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.
Mad Robin
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Stick Shift
ListenBook's seamless audio player has turned my listening sessions into moments of pure delight. Good for background listening. I didnβt get fully immersed, but it was pleasant enough to have on while doing chores. The narratorβs voice was easy to listen to, even if the delivery lacked some energy.
Mosquit-No
Hands down, the best audiobook collection I've ever come across. It has everything I want to listen to. If you love stories but have a busy schedule, this app is your solution! The speed adjustment feature is my secret weapon for studying complex materials. The versatility of this app is mind-boggling. It's like a one-stop solution for audiobooks.
Old Regret
ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch has made my listening experience even more seamless. I'm amazed at how this app has brought back the joy of reading into my daily routine β thank you! Navigating through my audiobook library is a joy with this app's intuitive interface and easy controls. It's like having a personal reading companion at my side. π±π The app is so reliable. Iβve never had any issues with it.
Bit Sentinel
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Mad Jack
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Sir Squire
This app is a game-changer for anyone who's always on the go β it's like carrying a library in my pocket. Effortlessly enjoying audiobooks on the go β kudos to this app's functionality. Noise reduction and voice tone changing are brilliant features. Noise reduction and voice tone adjustment enhance the listening experience significantly. Good but not great. The narration was competent but lacked the extra spark that makes some audiobooks truly special. Still worth a listen though.
Taz Ringer
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Princess Dove
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Bang Shift
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Sofa King
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Nessie
With ListenBook, I've found a way to make the most of my free time while indulging in my love for audiobooks. ListenBook's commitment to delivering an exceptional audiobook experience is evident in its thoughtful features and design. π Who needs a dull commute when you can embark on literary journeys with this app? ππ
SubWoof330
Audiobooks made accessible and enjoyable β this app's design is a triumph. Kudos to the developers for making this app iOS 16 optimized. It runs like a dream! Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a delightful way to share the joy of storytelling. 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!
Springheel Jack
I'm hooked on this app β it's my escape to different worlds and adventures. ListenBook's customizable audio filters are a game-changer for tailoring my audiobook playback. ListenBook Pro is totally worth it. Unlimited audiobook length β I'm in! The customer support is amazing. They responded to my query within hours.
Shady Lady
I'm absolutely in love with this app! The interface is so intuitive and user-friendly. ListenBook's commitment to delivering an exceptional audiobook experience is evident in its thoughtful features and design. I love the ability to change the playback speed. Itβs perfect for my needs. Iβve been using ListenBook for months, and itβs been a fantastic experience. The app is lightweight, doesnβt drain my battery, and works perfectly in the background. The equalizer and voice boost features are amazing. Highly recommend!
Heaven Sent
I'm finally making progress on my reading goals, thanks to this app's convenience. Adjusting the tone of the voice is a unique feature that adds a personalized touch to the listening experience.
Berry Succubus
With ListenBook, I can immerse myself in captivating stories and enriching knowledge, all in one convenient app. ListenBook's support for a wide range of formats means I can listen to all my favorite content without worries.
TrinitySoul
Adjusting the narrator's voice tone is a creative feature that adds a personal touch to the experience. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature enhances the audio quality to an impressive degree.
MythMaker
Effortlessly immersing in stories β this app's ease of use is a game-changer. Drag and drop downloads are genius. It simplifies the entire process. I canβt believe how easy it is to manage my audiobook library with ListenBook. Highly recommended! The playback controls are so responsive. No lag at all.
StorySculptor
πͺ Juggling tasks while enjoying stories has never been easier β this app's functionality is a multitasking marvel. πΌπ Organization made easy! This app's efficient management of my audiobook collection ensures I'm always engrossed in a captivating tale. ππ± Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a delightful feature. Sharing is caring! Tone adjustment adds a unique touch to my listening experience. I'm hooked! I've listened to hundreds of audiobooks and this narrator is now in my top 5. Their timing and inflection were masterful. Never a dull moment in the entire performance.
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