Book description
*Recommended by Reese Witherspoon's Book Club!*Voted One of Book Riot's Most Influential Queer Books & Horror Novels of All Time!Before Buffy, before Twilight, before Octavia Butler's Fledgling, there was The Gilda Stories, Jewelle Gomez's sexy vampire novel.This remarkable novel begins in 1850s Louisiana, where Gilda escapes slavery and learns about freedom while working in a brothel. After being initiated into eternal life as one who "shares the blood" by two women there, Gilda spends the next two hundred years searching for a place to call home. An instant lesbian classic when it was first published in 1991, The Gilda Stories has endured as an auspiciously prescient book in its explorations of blackness, radical ecology, re-definitions of family, and yes, the erotic potential of the vampire story."The Gilda Stories is groundbreaking not just for the wild lives it portrays, but for how it portrays them--communally, unapologetically, roaming fiercely over space and time."--Emma Donoghue, author of Room"Jewelle Gomez sees right into the heart. This is a book to give to those you want most to find their own strength."--Dorothy Allison, author of Bastard Out Of CarolinaJewelle Gomez is a writer, activist, and the author of many books including Forty-Three Septembers, Don't Explain, The Lipstick Papers, Flamingoes and Bears, and Oral Tradition. The Gilda Stories was the recipient of two Lambda Literary Awards, and was adapted for the stage by the Urban Bush Women theater company in thirteen United States cities.Alexis Pauline Gumbs was named one of UTNE Reader's 50 Visionaries Transforming the World, a Reproductive Reality Check Shero, a Black Woman Rising nominee, and was awarded one of the first-ever "Too Sexy for 501c3" trophies. She lives in Durham, North Carolina.
White Swan
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Snowflake Pixie
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Street Squirrel
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Mechani-Man
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Troubadour
This app has broadened my literary horizons, introducing me to new authors. The ability to play various audio formats without conversion is very convenient. ListenBook is a great app.
MysticMingle
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is fantastic. With this app, I'm discovering the joy of reading during my commutes. π§ Immerse yourself in stories effortlessly β this app's functionality is the gateway to endless audiobook adventures. ππ Audiobook pleasure without the fuss β this app's functionality is top-notch.
Widow Curio
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Snapple Whistler
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Nessie
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Mt. Indiana
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East Army
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Scooby Did
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Guncap Slingbad
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Mad Viral
ListenBook's support for various formats means I can explore a wide range of content without limitations. The app is so well-designed. Itβs clear the developers put a lot of thought into it. ListenBook is the ultimate audiobook player. The app supports all formats, and the import process is seamless. I love the playback history featureβitβs so easy to revisit my favorite parts. Highly recommend this app!
CloudFrenzy
I can't thank the developers enough for constantly updating and improving the app. Tone adjustment adds a unique touch to my listening experience. I'm hooked! I love how ListenBook makes it easy to organize my audiobook library. The app supports all formats, and the import process is a breeze. The playback controls are responsive, and the sound quality is excellent. Highly recommend!
InsightfulInk
The bookmark feature is a lifesaver β no more losing my place in the story! The diverse range of narrators adds a new layer of depth to each story. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction makes sure that background distractions don't interfere with my listening. The audio quality is excellent, and the interface is intuitive. ListenBook is my go-to app for audiobooks.
Dr. WMD
Kudos to the creators for making literature so accessible and enjoyable. Listening to audiobooks has become my guilt-free indulgence, and I love it. ListenBook has transformed my daily activities into opportunities for learning and enjoyment. Beautiful design and intuitive interface. Very pleased.
X-Dew
With this app, I've found a way to make my daily errands more enjoyable and intellectually stimulating. I love how this app makes my daily commute a journey through literature. π± My secret to staying well-read β this app ensures that I'm never without a book, no matter where I am! ππ± Auto-rewind feature is a lifesaver. I never lose my place! Fairly enjoyable, but forgettable. I didnβt have any major complaints, but I also donβt see myself revisiting this one. It was a decent way to spend a few hours, though.
Marshmallow
ListenBook's versatile features have made my audiobook experience more enjoyable than ever. A serviceable audiobook that met basic expectations. The narration was clear if somewhat unremarkable, and the production quality was standard without any noticeable technical issues. It kept me moderately engaged during workouts but didn't leave a lasting impression.
Red Delicious
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Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience