Book description
For fans of Shuggie Bain and A Burning, a queer coming-of-age novel set in 1990s India, about a young man who joins a traveling street theater troupe, seeking to outrun the dark secrets of his past "An exquisite novel destined to be a classic." βEric Nguyen, author of Things We Lost to the Water Shagun knows he will never be the kind of son his father demands. After the sudden deaths of his beloved twin sisters, Shagun flees his own guilt, his mother's grief, and his father's violent disapproval by enrolling at an all-boys boarding school. But he doesn't find true belonging until he encounters a traveling theater troupe performing the Hindu myths of his childhood. Welcomed by the other storytellers, Shagun thrives, easily embodying mortals and gods, men and women, and living on the road, where his father can't catch him. When Shagun meets Marc, a charming photographer, he seems to have found the love he always longed for, too. But not even Marc can save him from his lingering shame, nor his father's ever-present threat to send him to a conversion center. As Shagun's past begins to engulf him once again, he must decide if he is strong enough to face what he fears most, and to boldly claim his own happiness. Utterly immersive and spellbinding, The Sea Elephants is both dark and beautiful, harrowing and triumphant. An ode to the redemptive joys of art, Shastri Akella's debut novel is a celebration of hard-won love--of others and for ourselves.
Turnip King
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Slug-em-dog
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Murder Cherry
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Red Heroine
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X-Dew
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Spitfire
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Energy
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Stud muffin
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Betty Cricket
I'm hooked on this app β it's like Netflix for book lovers! This app's compatibility with different file types means that my entire audiobook collection is at my fingertips.
Atlantic Rim
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Elder Pogue
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Pepper Prada
ListenBook has turned my downtime into an opportunity for exploration and growth. This app's intuitive features and easy navigation make it the perfect companion for any audiobook lover. With this app, reading is no longer a task β it's a delightful habit. Audiobook pleasure simplified β this app's design is a standout. ListenBook is like a personal audiobook curator, allowing me to enjoy my favorite speeches and lectures with unmatched comfort and convenience.
Hyper
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Fire Fish
ListenBook's ability to extract artwork and metadata automatically adds a visual touch to my audiobook collection. ListenBook's audio filters have given me the power to tailor my listening experience to my preferences.
9Lives
The controls on ListenBook are intuitive and user-friendly, making it a joy to navigate through my audiobooks. ListenBook Pro takes my experience to the next level. Unlimited audiobook length, noise reduction, and voice tone adjustment? Count me in! This app is a must-have for anyone who loves audiobooks. The interface is intuitive, and the app supports all formats. I love the auto-bookmark featureβit saves my place automatically, so I never lose track. Highly recommend!
Digger
I'm in awe of how this app has made reading a part of my busy life. This app is a game-changer for audiobook lovers! The interface is clean and easy to use.
Mr. Lucky
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is a feature I can't live without. This app's versatility and convenience have transformed my screen time into a productive reading journey. This app's intuitive features and easy navigation make it a must-have for audiobook enthusiasts. This app has made 'reading' more versatile and enjoyable than ever. The range of supported formats is impressive. No more converting files!
QuantumQuill
This app's sleek design and intuitive navigation have made audiobook listening a seamless experience. This app's convenience has transformed my reading habits β it's 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