Book description
Translated by Kit Maude'Every so often, a slim book absolutely clobbers you with its exuberance and beauty - for me, this was that book' Torrey Peters, author of Detransition, Baby'A beautiful novel, moving, disturbing, raw and honest' Fernanda Melchor, author of Hurricane Season'Fun, tragic, political and full of marvel ... It will break your heart and at the same time make you want to laugh and dance' Mariana EnriquezAuntie Encarna's is the queerest boarding house in the world.For Camila, it is a refuge, and the raggle-taggle band of queens who gather there are like family. At night they dress up and head out to Sarmiento Park to earn money. They stand together in the cold, sharing stories and a hip flask of whiskey, waiting for a car to slow down.Until, one freezing evening, Auntie Encarna hears crying in the bushes and wades in to investigate. When she finds an abandoned baby boy, she will hear no arguments: she is bringing him home to care for him. Life for Camila and the others will never be the same again.With a cast of larger-than-life, unforgettable characters, The Queens of Sarmiento Park combines brutal, unflinching realism with flourishes of surrealism to tell a story about the clash of hope with prejudice and fear. Wildly imaginative, darkly funny and devastatingly sad, it is a queer fairy tale about sex work, gender identity and chosen family; an anguished howl of pain and rage; and an unruly hymn to love and care on the outskirts of society.
Virgo Moon
The app's support for different audio formats is like a dream come true for audiophiles. The interface is beautiful and functional. ListenBook is my go-to app for audiobooks.
Ginger Chaos
This app has transformed my daily routine into moments of literary delight. The intuitive chapter navigation and quick access to controls make my audiobook experience seamless. Excellent support for various audio formats. Very satisfied.
RedFeet
ListenBook's absence of synchronization requirements adds to its convenience and flexibility. ListenBook's dedication to delivering a top-notch experience is evident in every detail. With this app, I can enjoy my favorite stories while traveling, making my journeys more delightful. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a game-changer. It enhances the clarity of recordings and makes my listening sessions more enjoyable. The app is perfect for people who love to multitask. I can listen while cooking.
Geneva Cuffs
The ability to change playback speed and audio volume on ListenBook gives me full control over my listening experience. The noise reduction feature in ListenBook Pro is a game-changer for enjoying clear recordings.
Kamikaze Granny
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The Flying Mouse
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Digital Equinox
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Darkside Isis
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Lumberyard
Download options are abundant, from WiFi to iTunes. It's all about convenience with this app. Good for background listening. I didn’t get fully immersed, but it was pleasant enough to have on while doing chores. The narrator’s voice was easy to listen to, even if the delivery lacked some energy.
Daisy Stick
I'm rediscovering my favorite classics in a whole new way – through audiobooks! Adjusting the tone of the voice is an innovative feature that allows for a personalized listening experience. The app is perfect for people who love to read but don’t have the time.
Kitchen
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Sexy
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Koi Diva
ListenBook's seamless integration with CarPlay makes my daily commute a delightful opportunity to indulge in audiobooks. I'm amazed by ListenBook's versatility in handling different formats – it truly supports all my audio needs. Kudos to ListenBook for the intuitive design and easy-to-use controls. It's evident that they've put a lot of thought into user experience.
Ladysmith
Audiobooks have become my escape from reality – a journey into captivating worlds. High-quality playback even with complex formats like FLAC. Impressive! The narrator was good but spoke a bit too slowly for my taste. I had to speed it up to 1.2x which then made some parts sound slightly unnatural.
Silver Agent
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Cali Yacht
This app has turned my daily routine into a source of excitement and joy. The library organization feature is a blessing. My audiobooks are finally organized and easy to find. I’ve been using ListenBook for months, and it’s been a fantastic experience. The app is lightweight, doesn’t drain my battery, and works perfectly in the background. The equalizer and voice boost features are amazing. Highly recommend!
Widow Curio
I love how this app brings stories to life, even during my morning jogs. With this app, audiobook listening has become a convenient and enjoyable part of my everyday life. With this app, audiobook listening has become an integral part of my daily routines – it's a game-changer. Kudos to ListenBook for the intuitive design and easy-to-use controls. It's evident that they've put a lot of thought into user experience. The app is super intuitive. I was up and running in minutes.
DriftDetector
I'm exploring new genres and authors I wouldn't have considered otherwise. Easy sharing with friends via AirDrop. Very convenient.
Knight Light
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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