Book description
What does it mean to be a body behind a screen, lost in the hustle of an online world? In our age of digital hyper-connection, Athena Dixon invites us to consider this question with depth, heart, and ferocity, investigating the gaps that technology cannot fill and confronting a lifetime of loneliness. Living alone as a middle-aged woman without children or pets and working forty hours a week from home, more than three hundred fifty miles from her family and friends, Dixon begins watching mystery videos on YouTube, listening to true crime podcasts, and playing video game walk-throughs just to hear another human voice. She discovers the story of Joyce Carol Vincent, a woman who died alone, her body remaining in front of a glowing television set for three years before the world finally noticed. Searching for connection, Dixon plumbs the depths of communal loneliness, asking essential questions of herself and all of us: How have her past decisions left her so alone? Are we, as humans, linked by a shared loneliness? How do we see the world and our place in it? And finally, how do we find our way back to each other? Searing and searching, The Loneliness Files is a groundbreaking memoir in essays that ultimately brings us together in its piercing, revelatory examination of how and why it is that we break apart.
Miss Lucky
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Solo Kill
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RiddleRover
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JesterZilla
Listening to audiobooks while gardening has made my outdoor time even more relaxing. Bookmarks are a must-have for any audiobook lover. They help me stay organized and engaged.
JigKraken
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Bones
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Snapdragon
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Unseen
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FireBerry
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CosPlatoon
Book Groups on ListenBook make it easy to categorize and access my audiobooks. With ListenBook, I can now enjoy my favorite audiobooks and speeches with the utmost comfort and convenience. ListenBook has turned my audio content into an immersive, personalized, and unforgettable experience. ListenBook's audio filters are a valuable tool for customizing my audiobook playback to perfection. Auto-rewind is incredibly helpful. Excellent functionality.
Trigger Warming
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Firefly
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Amphibi-Dangerous
The bookmarking feature ensures I never lose my place in a book β so convenient! Audiobooks have made waiting in lines and queues so much more bearable. ππ Road trips have never been this entertaining β this app keeps me engaged on the highway! ππ Noise reduction and voice tone adjustment enhance the listening experience significantly.
Sugar Domino
I can't thank the developers enough for constantly updating and improving the app. The narrator's voice in some audiobooks is so soothing, it's like a spa for the ears. This app has made my road trips and flights infinitely more enjoyable. I'm addicted to this app's ability to seamlessly blend books into my life. I love the auto-rewind feature after interruptions. No more searching for where I left off!
Coma Stalk
Effortlessly managing my audiobook library β this app's design is commendable. No need to convert files anymore β ListenBook's seamless playback of various formats is a game-changer for audiobook enthusiasts like me! Download options are versatile, making it easy to get audiobooks from various sources. Sharing audiobooks with friends is a fantastic way to introduce them to new stories.
Lumberyard
I appreciate the option to listen to samples before committing to a book. This app's customizable features, from playback speed to filters, are fantastic. ListenBook's seamless integration with CarPlay has made my drives more informative. This app's compatibility with different file types means that my entire audiobook collection is at my fingertips. The app's versatility in audio downloading is impressive. It's a one-stop solution for all my content.
Lounge Master
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ByteBard
The app's recommendations are surprisingly accurate β it's like they know my taste perfectly! I'm blown away by how this app has made my commutes productive and my downtime entertaining.
Trash Master
ListenBook's support for binaural audio processing is a thoughtful touch that reduces listening fatigue. π Rekindling my love for stories β this app's accessibility has reignited my passion! ππ Audiobooks at my fingertips β this app's functionality is truly impressive. ListenBook's user-friendly interface and quick access to chapters enhance my overall listening experience.
WeldMaster
I'm rediscovering my favorite classics in a whole new way β through audiobooks! I'm addicted to the personalized recommendations β it's like the app knows me! Audiobook magic at my fingertips! This app's comprehensive features, from statistics tracking to enhanced audio quality, enrich my reading. πβ¨ Quick access to chapters and controls makes ListenBook a joy to use. It's a seamless experience.
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