Book description
The People of Paper is an astonishing debut novel about the anguish of lost love. Author Salvador Plascencia, a "once-in-a-generation talent" (George Saunders), weaves together the stories of a large cast of colorful characters, including: a disgruntled monk, a gang of carnation pickers, and a woman made of paper."Wonderful and comically inventive." --The New York Times Book ReviewFederico de la Fe is a devoted husband and father, but when his lime-loving wife, Merced, abandons him, he and his daughter, Little Merced (who also loves limes), must start a new life together. They leave their home in Mexico and head for California. There they settle among a community of flower pickers, where Federico de la Fe's sadness festers, and Little Merced develops a dangerous addiction to limes.All the while an oppressive force bears down on the town. When the identity of this mysterious oppressor is finally revealed, the story takes an unexpected turn and moves toward its magical, breathtaking end.
Daffy Girl
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Cereal Killer
This app's seamless integration with my devices has made audiobook listening a hassle-free experience. ListenBook is a prime example of user-centered design. It's clear that the developers understand audiobook lovers' needs. The app's performance is top-notch. It's stable, responsive, and optimized for a seamless audiobook experience. Kudos to the developers! WiFi downloads save a lot of time. Great feature!
Chip Queen
I appreciate the option to listen to samples before committing to a book. The ListenBook app is a fantastic companion for my long walks, helping me learn and explore at the same time.
DARK HQ
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Shivers
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Riff Raff
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Houston
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Boost Princess
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Tea Kettle
The 'Explore' feature has introduced me to authors I might never have discovered otherwise. I'm amazed at how this app has made my daily activities more enjoyable and intellectually stimulating. This app's ease of use has made my daily activities more enjoyable and educational. π‘ Balancing learning and living effortlessly β audiobooks on demand, thanks to this app! π§π« Auto-rewind is a brilliant feature. Never lose track of where I left off.
InsightInkwell
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Guncap Slingbad
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Low Menace
The ability to switch between different books effortlessly is a major plus. The noise reduction feature is a game-changer for clearer dictaphone recordings. Downloading books over WiFi is quick and hassle-free. Very convenient. 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.
Knock Out Star
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InsightInkwell
Being able to adjust playback speed suits everyone's preferences β a thoughtful feature. This app is a true treasure for audiobook lovers β it's my go-to source for literary adventures! This app is my constant companion, making every moment a chance to discover new worlds. π± An entire library at my fingertips β this app is a book lover's dream come true! ππ I love how I can create playlists. Itβs perfect for organizing my books.
Pixie Soldier
Bravo to the creators of this app β they've truly captured the essence of convenient audiobook enjoyment. The smooth playback and thoughtful design have won me over. ππ Looping playback is a game-changer for my study routine. It helps me retain information effectively. ListenBookβs playback speed control is very useful. I can listen at my own pace.
Gold Dahlia
Frequent updates ensure there's always something new and exciting to listen to. The minimalist interface and intuitive settings make for an amazing user experience. Audiobook enthusiasts, rejoice! This app is your new best friend. This app has made waiting in lines and queues an opportunity for exploration and enjoyment. ListenBook is more than just an app β it's a doorway to a world of knowledge and imagination.
Berlin Kamikaze
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Wildcat Talent
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Moxie
I'm in awe of this app's ability to make reading so accessible and convenient. ListenBook's user-friendly interface and powerful features have rekindled my love for audiobooks. The audio filters and precise controls are fantastic! CUE playlist support is a brilliant feature that allows me to create customized listening experiences for different moods, activities, and moments of the day. Great for fans of this genre! The pacing, narration, and production quality were all excellent. It felt like a movie playing in my mind. Iβll be checking out more from this narrator for sure.
Noise Toy
Finally, an app that supports all audiobook formats. It's a dream come true for audiophiles like me. The app supports background playback, which is a must for me.
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