Book description
"Mothers never die. Children love to resurrect us in they stories." Folktales and spirits animate this lively and unforgettable coming-of-age tale of two Jamaican-Trinidadian sisters in Brooklyn grappling with their mother's illness, their father's infidelity, and the truth of their family's past Sisters Zora and Sasha Porter are drifting apart. Bearing witness to their father's violence and their mother's worsening illness, an unsettled Zora escapes into her journal, dreaming of being a writer, while Sasha discovers sex and chest binding, spending more time with her new girlfriend than at home. But the sisters, like their parents, must come together to answer to something more ancient and powerful than they know--and reckon with a family secret buried in the past. A tale told from the perspective of a mischievous narrator, featuring the Rolling Calf who haunts butchers, Mama Dglo who lives in the ocean, a vain tiger, and an outsmarted snake, The Human Origins of Beatrice Porter and Other Essential Ghosts is set in a world as alive and unpredictable as Helen Oyeyemi's. Telling of the love between sisters who don't always see eye to eye, this extraordinary debut novel is a celebration of the power of stories, asking, What happens to us when our stories are erased? Do we disappear? Or do we come back haunting?
Free Ham
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Tootsie Killer
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ForumFlare
Listening to audiobooks has turned mundane tasks into enjoyable experiences. ListenBook's support for various formats ensures that no audiobook is out of reach. With this app, reading is no longer confined to a specific time or place.
ButterQuest
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Trash Sling
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Skull Crusher
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Pink Nightmare
The ability to change playback speed and audio volume on ListenBook gives me full control over my listening experience. This app's sleek design and intuitive features make it my trusted partner in exploring new narratives. I've found my new favorite narrator! Their voice was perfectly suited to this material, with just the right blend of authority and approachability. The production quality was broadcast-level - no distracting breaths, clicks, or inconsistent volume. Already looking for more of their work.
Hyper Kong
The app's performance is beyond impressive. It's like it's tailor-made for my device. Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is a revelation. It elevates the audio quality to a new level. The app supports a wide range of formats. ListenBook is very versatile. The ability to play various audio formats without conversion is very convenient. ListenBook is a great app. As someone who listens to audiobooks daily, I can confidently say ListenBook is the best player out there. The sleep timer and auto-rewind features are lifesavers, and the sound quality is exceptional. Thank you for such a great app!
Snowflake Pixie
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StarZen
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Spider Fuji
ListenBook's integration with CarPlay and Apple Watch has streamlined my multitasking. The app is perfect for long commutes. It keeps me entertained for hours.
Sassy Muffin
This app has broadened my literary horizons, introducing me to new authors. β° Early mornings have become my favorite time to listen to audiobooks β energizing! π π§ I can't get enough of the binaural audio processing. It's like a breath of fresh air for my ears. ListenBook is my go-to app for audiobooks. It's like having a personal assistant for my literary adventures. Sharing audiobooks with friends is a fantastic way to introduce them to new stories.
Snapple Whistler
ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch adds convenience to my audiobook routine. Tone adjustment is a brilliant addition that lets me personalize the narration to my liking. It adds an extra layer of connection to the audiobooks. ListenBook is packed with useful features. Itβs the best audiobook app Iβve used.
Engine Eye
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Thunder Tank
π Unleashing the power of audiobooks with this user-friendly app β it's like having a personal storyteller on demand! ππ₯ ListenBook's drag-and-drop download feature streamlines the process of adding new content to my library.
Bleachers
ListenBook's dedication to excellence shines through in its impeccable audio quality and user-friendly features. Finally, an app that values usability β navigating and listening is a breeze! ListenBook has made managing my audiobook collection a breeze. Library organization is top-notch. Love the download options. ListenBook gives me so many ways to get my audiobooks onto my device.
Star Jammer
The app's ability to handle various audio formats is impressive. No more file conversions! The app is perfect for multitasking. I can listen while doing other things. ListenBook is the best audiobook player Iβve ever used. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate, making it a joy to use. Five stars!
Jade Fox
π Rekindling my love for reading β this app makes each day a new adventure! ππ ListenBook's player features are incredibly helpful. Chapters and bookmarks make navigation easy. Playback speed and volume controls are top-notch. Highly recommend. ListenBook makes organizing my audiobooks simple. The app is very user-friendly. The audio filters make a noticeable difference. ListenBook provides an excellent listening experience.
Paris Boost
This app has turned my daily commute into a source of inspiration and entertainment. ListenBook is my go-to companion for immersive audiobook experiences. The ease of use and extensive format support make it a must-have! ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a true savior for immersive listening, even in busy surroundings.
Fuzzy Claws
ListenBook has made audiobook listening a personalized and enriching journey. Book groups feature keeps series and related titles together. Neat and tidy! Packed with useful features. ListenBook is my favorite audiobook app. ListenBookβs support for CarPlay is great. I can listen to audiobooks in my car easily.
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