Book description
Hearing "The Outsiders" as an audiobook isn't just listening to a story-it's stepping right into Ponyboy's world, feeling the weight of his greaser life and the sting of those Socs' fists. The narrator's voice, raw and real, makes you lean in, like you're sitting with Johnny and Two-Bit, sharing secrets in the lot. You feel the tension in every line, especially when the night turns violent-the kind of moment that changes everything. And it's wild to think this book, written by a teen in the 60s, literally rewrote YA fiction. As The New York Times put it, it moved the genre from "prom queens and crushes" to something darker, deeper, and utterly true. The Chicago Tribune nailed it: "Taut with tension, filled with drama." That's the magic here. You don't just read about Ponyboy's struggle to belong; you live it, hearing the fear in his voice, the loyalty in his brothers' words. It's not just a classic-it's a heartbeat. Fifty years later, it's still the soundtrack for anyone who's ever felt like an outsider, and the 2024 Tony-winning musical proves it's more alive than ever. If you haven't heard this audiobook yet, do yourself a favor: press play. You'll find yourself not just hearing the story, but feeling why it's never felt more urgent, more human, than right now. It's the kind of book that stays with you long after the last word fades.
Trip
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Fire Queen
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Poppy Coffee
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Neophyte Believer
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Cool Law Topping
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Reed Lady
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Gabriel Dandelion
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Roadblock
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Sherm
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Jelly Camber
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Club Nola
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Ship Whip
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The Howling Swede
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is a feature I can't live without. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature enhances my immersion in every audiobook, regardless of surroundings. is a breeze with ListenBook. It's convenient and reliable. A decent listen overall. The narration was clear, though some character voices sounded similar. The story was interesting but had moments where it dragged slightly. Still, it was a good way to pass the time.
Woodland Beauty
This app has made my commutes and long drives a source of joy and learning. Audiobooks anytime, anywhere β this app's functionality is a reader's delight. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a game-changer. It enhances the audio quality and ensures that I can immerse myself fully in the content.
Sβmore Vixen
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Wild Kitten
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DreamDiver
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Sly Silvermoon
Thanks to ListenBook's automatic extraction of artwork and metadata, my library looks organized and appealing. This app's dedication to providing high-quality narration has made all the difference. Looping playback is a fantastic study tool. It helps me focus and retain information effectively.
High-Fructose
ListenBook's support for a variety of audio formats ensures that my audiobook collection is always accessible. Book groups are a thoughtful addition. They help me keep related titles together for 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