Book description
It only takes one strike: A powerful feminist reworking of the Hans Christian Andersen classic, from bestselling and award-winning creators Emma Carroll and Lauren Child.Bridie works hard to feed her family, selling matches on the streets of Victorian London. After an incident leaves her with only three matches left, the magical strike of each one sees her tumble into visions of a brighter future. Realizing she has the power to change her own fortune, Bridie leads the match factory workers out on strike, achieving the remarkable through their unity and courage.A defiant and empowering retelling of the classic you thought you knew, based on real-life events, this stunning collaboration brought to life in glorious spot colour introduces a bold new heroine for future generations to treasure. 'Bridie is a feminist icon, with a story that is all too relevant. There is so much power in these beautiful pages' Katya Balen, winner of the Carnegie Medal'A defiant, elegantly illustrated story' Sunday Times Culture'A brilliant story of collective power that champions community and kindness' Abi Elphinstone'A powerful strike right to the heart, burning with courage, that should light a beacon of hope for young readers' Piers Torday'A timely read that might prompt discussion' Observer
TrixiePhany
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SWAT Honey
Automated artwork and metadata retrieval make my audiobook library look organized and visually appealing. ListenBook’s support for CarPlay is great. I can listen to audiobooks in my car easily. 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!
Don Stab
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White Swan
I'm amazed at how this app has made reading such a natural part of my day. ListenBook Pro's unlimited audiobook length is a game-changer. Supports extensive playlists and bookmarks. Very user-friendly. I love the ability to share my progress with friends. It’s a fun feature.
Mt. Indiana
Audiobooks have made my commutes so much more enjoyable, and I'm always excited to listen. The app's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch is a huge plus.
Feral Filly
The app is perfect for bedtime listening. The sleep timer is a must-have. It was fine. The narrator did an adequate job but nothing about the performance particularly stood out to me. Got me through my commute though.
Clover Dragon
Kudos to the app for making literature accessible to those with busy schedules. This app's simplicity has made me fall in love with books all over again. 🚗 Long road trips? No problem – this app keeps me entertained mile after mile! 🚙📚 I love the ability to change the background color. It’s a nice touch.
Potato Sub
ListenBook's compatibility with various formats means I can now enjoy all my favorite audiobooks in one place. Noise reduction in ListenBook Pro ensures crystal-clear playback even in noisy environments.
Zero Corn
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Red Delicious
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Trash Pocky
The 'Discover' section is a treasure trove for finding hidden literary gems. I'm no longer missing out on great stories – this app fits perfectly into my lifestyle. The customer support team is responsive and always ready to assist. Audiobook enjoyment redefined – this app's design focuses on the essentials. ListenBook's statistics feature is both enlightening and motivating. It's incredible to see the time I've invested in learning through audiobooks.
Bridge Whip
I've found solace in listening to audiobooks before bed – it's my form of meditation. Finally, an app that supports a wide range of audio formats! It's a must-have for audiobook enthusiasts. I love the cloud integration. I can access my books from anywhere.
Cinder Coffee
This app has turned my household chores into moments of intellectual growth. ListenBook's loop and shuffle playback options have made audiobook revisiting and studying a breeze. ListenBook has redefined my audiobook experience. It's an essential tool that enhances every listening session. Auto-rewind is incredibly helpful. Excellent functionality.
Baked ZD
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Risen
ListenBook's compatibility with various formats means I can now enjoy all my favorite audiobooks in one place. Audiobooks on this app have turned my travels into explorations of new narratives. I'm amazed at how this app has made reading fit into every aspect of my life. Effortlessly switching between stories – this app's ease of use is impressive. The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening time.
Fresh Peper
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Fire Bite
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Bootleg Taximan
I can't believe how much I've learned and enjoyed through this app's audiobooks. ListenBook's intuitive controls and features have made it my preferred choice for audiobooks. ListenBook has taken my audio content to new heights, making every moment more meaningful. With this app, I've discovered a new way to make my workouts and downtime more engaging and insightful. Audiobook enthusiasts, gather around! This app's exceptional features, from audio filters to robust support, have transformed my daily routines into storytelling moments. 🎉🎧
Acetic Princess
This app has brought storytelling into every corner of my life – it's incredible. 💃 Dancing to the rhythm of stories while I dance through house chores – pure joy! 💃📖 Audiobook joy made simple – this app's ease of use is a game-changer. This was a competent audiobook production with no major flaws. The narrator's voice was pleasant enough and the audio quality was acceptable, though not exceptional. While the performance didn't particularly stand out, it served its purpose adequately for my daily commute.
Fire Sass
ListenBook has made managing and enjoying audiobooks, lectures, and speeches effortless and enjoyable. Supports all audio formats I use without issues. Very happy.
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