Book description
"A searing collection about gentrification, racism, and sexuality. [...] Varela provides invaluable insight on the ways stress impacts the characters' lives, and how they persevere. Readers will be floored."--Publishers Weekly (Starred Review) "Alejandro Varela is one of my favorite short story writers . . . An iconoclast of tenderness, a compass in the storm this life always is." --Alexander Chee, author of How to Write an Autobiographical Novel "The People Who Report More Stress dissects the minutiae of relationships to self, city, space, and sensibility so we don't numbly succumb to the 'structured order of things.'"--Mattilda Bernstein Sycamore, author of The Freezer Door The People Who Report More Stress is a collection of interconnected stories brimming with the anxieties of people who retreat into themselves while living in the margins, acutely aware of the stresses that modern life takes upon the body and the body politic. In "Midtown-West Side Story," Álvaro, a restaurant worker struggling to support his family, begins selling high-end designer clothes to his co-workers, friends, neighbors, and the restaurant's regulars in preparation for a move to the suburbs. "The Man in 512" tracks Manny, the childcare worker for a Swedish family, as he observes the comings and goings of an affluent co-op building, all the while teaching the children Spanish through Selena's music catalog. "Comrades" follows a queer man with radical politics who just ended a long-term relationship and is now on the hunt for a life partner. With little tolerance for political moderates, his series of speed dates devolve into awkward confrontations that leave him wondering if his approach is the correct one. A collection of humorous, sexy, and highly neurotic tales about parenting, long-term relationships, systemic and interpersonal racism, and class conflict from the author of The Town of Babylon, The People Who Report More Stress deftly and poignantly expresses the frustration of knowing the problems and solutions to our society's inequities but being unable to do anything about them.
Uncle Psycho
The app is very user-friendly. ListenBook makes listening to audiobooks a breeze. ListenBook is the ultimate audiobook player. The app supports all formats, and the import process is seamless. I love the playback history feature—it’s so easy to revisit my favorite parts. Highly recommend this app! Not bad, but not amazing either. The narrator’s voice was pleasant, though some parts felt a bit rushed. The story had its moments, but I wouldn’t necessarily recommend it over similar titles in the genre.
Psycho Thinker
This app has rekindled my love for literature, and I'm spreading the word to everyone I know. Unparalleled support for CarPlay and Apple Watch means I can take my audiobooks anywhere, anytime. This app has become my go-to companion, making my daily routine more exciting and insightful. ListenBook has made managing my audiobook collection a breeze. Library organization is top-notch. This audiobook spoiled me for others! The narrator's professional delivery set a high bar - perfect diction, ideal pacing, and emotional authenticity. The recording quality was equally impressive with no distracting artifacts. I finished it far too quickly because I couldn't stop listening.
NexusNavigator
This app's convenience has turned my daily chores into moments of literary escape. ListenBook’s audio quality is excellent. The app enhances my listening experience. The app is so well-designed. It’s clear the developers put a lot of thought into it.
Show Boat
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Achilles Mountain
The audio filters in ListenBook allow me to customize my listening experience. Speed up or slow down playback—it's all up to me! Auto-rewind is a brilliant feature. Never lose track of where I left off. Not bad, but not amazing either. The narrator’s voice was pleasant, though some parts felt a bit rushed. The story had its moments, but I wouldn’t necessarily recommend it over similar titles in the genre. Not the best audiobook I've heard but far from the worst. The production quality was good and there were no major issues with the narration.
Kamikaze Grandma
The statistics feature on ListenBook helps me track my audiobook consumption – a fantastic way to measure my progress. The compatibility with Apple Watch is a game-changer. Controlling my audiobooks from my wrist is genius.
MuseMaster
With this app, I can switch seamlessly between my iPhone and iPad, making my reading experience continuous. 💪 Crushing workouts while devouring books – this app makes fitness fun and educational! 🏋️♀️🎉 The auto-rewind feature after interruptions is a small thing that makes a big difference. The app is lightweight and doesn’t drain my battery.
The Flying Mouse
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Avenge Paws
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Beo
ListenBook's library organization and book groups help me keep my content neatly sorted. ListenBook's library organization and book groups have made managing my audiobooks a breeze. The quick access to chapters and controls makes the app a joy to use. I'm always in control. The app is so versatile. It works with all my audiobook formats. This served its purpose as background listening while I worked. I probably missed some details but the narrator's voice was pleasant enough.
Low Menace
The app's stability is impressive – it runs smoothly without any glitches. I'm in awe of how this app has brought new dimensions to my reading experience. Effortlessly managing my audiobook library – this app's design is a triumph. I can't get enough of the smooth playback experience. It's like a symphony for my ears.
Microwave
ListenBook's controls for looping and shuffling playback have made studying and revisiting content a breeze. I'm blown away by the app's performance. It's fast, reliable, and tailored for audiobook lovers. Tone adjustment adds a unique touch to my listening experience. I'm hooked! The ability to download audiobooks directly is fantastic. ListenBook is very convenient.
Kimono Goddess
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Noise Toy
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook is a fun feature that adds a unique touch to my audiobook experience. I'm hooked on this app's seamless performance – it's like having a personal audiobook curator. 🎧 This app has changed my reading game! Now I can 'read' while I work – genius! 📚💼 ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a playful addition that lets me tweak the audiobook experience. Fairly enjoyable, but forgettable. I didn’t have any major complaints, but I also don’t see myself revisiting this one. It was a decent way to spend a few hours, though.
Black Walnut
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Star Scratch
ListenBook has become my ultimate audiobook companion. It enhances every listening session. The app is perfect for people who love to multitask. I can listen while cooking.
AxelRoad
I'm hooked on this app's intuitive features – from chapters to playback controls. This app's customizable features, from playback speed to filters, are fantastic. Audiobooks made accessible and enjoyable – this app's design is a triumph.
Thunder Nut
This app is a game-changer for anyone who's always on the go – it's like carrying a library in my pocket. 💪 Doubling the impact of my workouts – exercising and exploring stories, all thanks to this app! 💪🎧 This app is a game-changer for audiobook enthusiasts. The interface is intuitive, and the playback is seamless! Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a wonderful way to share the joy of storytelling with friends, sparking engaging conversations and connections that transcend boundaries. Binaural audio processing really helps reduce listening fatigue. Great feature!
Bambi Benz
The narrator's voices are so captivating, it's like they bring the stories to life. Audiobooks have become my constant companions during my daily activities. I can finally listen to all my audiobooks seamlessly with ListenBook. The customizable playback controls and chapter navigation make it a breeze. The customizable controls and playback options cater perfectly to different audiobook preferences. Tone adjustment adds a personalized touch to the narration, making the audiobook experience even more immersive.
CyberScribe
Audiobooks have become my preferred way to unwind – and this app is my partner in crime. ListenBook's versatile controls and playback options have made my study sessions more productive and enjoyable. Bookmarks are a fantastic tool for keeping track of important moments. They're a game-changer.
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