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BOOK RIOT'S BEST BOOKS OF 2021 "This is a novel of great empathy, about connections and coming-of-age, built families and self-acceptance. It contains heartbreak and redemption, and a plucky, irresistible protagonist...[A] propulsive, empathetic novel." --Shelf Awareness Little River, New York, 1994: April Sawicki is living in a motorless motorhome that her father won in a poker game. Failing out of school, picking up shifts at a local diner, she's left fending for herself in a town where she's never quite felt at home. When she "borrows" her neighbor's car to perform at an open mic night, she realizes her life could be much bigger than where she came from. After a fight with her dad, April packs her stuff and leaves for good, setting off on a journey to find a life that's all hers. Driving without a chosen destination, she stops to rest in Ithaca. Her only plan is to survive, but as she looks for work, she finds a kindred sense of belonging at Cafe Decadence, the local coffee shop. Still, somehow, it doesn't make sense to her that life could be this easy. The more she falls in love with her friends in Ithaca, the more she can't shake the feeling that she'll hurt them the way she's been hurt. As April moves through the world, meeting people who feel like home, she chronicles her life in the songs she writes and discovers that where she came from doesn't dictate who she has to be. This lyrical, luminous tale "is both a profound love letter to creative resilience and a reminder that sometimes even tragedy can be a kind of blessing" (Caroline Leavitt, New York Times bestselling author).
DragonBlood
I can't believe how much time I've gained by listening while cooking and doing chores. Every moment is a chance to dive into a new adventure with this app. Its smart controls and comprehensive format support ensure that my audiobook journey is a seamless one. ππ§ No more hassle with file conversion. This app handles all formats effortlessly.
Night Magnet
Audiobooks have made my morning routine something to look forward to. 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!
The Flying Mouse
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Married Man
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Lady Pomegranate
ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has made my dictaphone recordings much more comfortable to listen to. I'm amazed at how this app has expanded my reading horizons. Has every feature I need. My top choice for audiobooks! The app is very user-friendly. ListenBook makes listening to audiobooks a breeze.
Mafia Princess
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360
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ManManMan
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Lord Theus
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Club Nola
My commutes to work have transformed into exciting journeys thanks to this app. I'm amazed at how this app's narrators bring characters and stories to life. πΆββοΈπ Discovering new worlds on my daily walks β this app is my travel companion! ππ§
Mr. Wholesome
The audio filters to adjust playback speed and volume are a fantastic addition for customizing my experience. The statistics tracking is a nice touch. ListenBook helps me keep track of my audiobook habits. The app is so easy to set up. I was listening to my books in no time.
Poppin Loot
The narrator's voices are so engaging, it's like having a personal storytelling session. Audiobooks have become a source of inspiration and motivation, thanks to this app. Audiobook listening has never been this easy and convenient β it's like having a personal narrator. ποΈ Basking in the sun with an audiobook β relaxation meets storytelling paradise! βοΈπ Automatic metadata extraction is a time-saver. My library is finally well-organized.
QuestWeaver
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101
This app has completely transformed my commute β I look forward to it now! This was an adequate audiobook for casual listening. The narrator maintained a consistent pace and clear diction throughout, though their performance lacked some emotional range. The audio quality was fine with no significant technical distractions.
Universe Bullet
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LifeRobber
ListenBook has become my go-to app for all things audio β from lectures to speeches, it's got it all. ListenBook has rekindled my love for audiobooks. The app's interface is beautiful and user-friendly. This served its purpose as background listening while I worked. I probably missed some details but the narrator's voice was pleasant enough.
Crash Enforcer
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Father Abbot
ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch integration ensures that I can enjoy my content wherever I go. The chapters feature on ListenBook enhances my audiobook exploration β it's like flipping through pages. This app has broadened my literary horizons, introducing me to new authors. A perfectly acceptable audiobook that fulfilled its purpose. The narration was competent if not particularly memorable, and the production quality was standard for the genre. It served as decent background entertainment during mundane tasks.
Milan Call Back
The minimalist interface and intuitive settings make for an amazing user experience. ListenBook's looping playback, shuffle feature, and configurable controls make learning a breeze. ListenBook's commitment to a seamless user experience is evident in its sleek design and intuitive controls. I'm blown away by the silky-smooth playback, even for high-quality formats like FLAC. Top-notch performance! The interface is sleek and modern. It's a pleasure to navigate and use the app.
Koi Diva
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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