Book description
*FINALIST for the 2020 National Book Award for Fiction* *WINNER of the 2021 PEN/Faulkner Award* *WINNER of the 2020 Story Prize* *WINNER of the 2020 L.A. Times Book Prize, Art Seidenbaum Award for First Fiction* "Beguiling." --The New Yorker "Tender, fierce, proudly black and beautiful, these stories will sneak inside you and take root." --Kirkus Reviews (starred review) "Triumphant." --Publishers Weekly "Cheeky, insightful, and irresistible." --Ms. Magazine "This collection marks the emergence of a bona fide literary treasure." --Minneapolis Star Tribune "Full of lived-in humanity, warmth, and compassion." --Pittsburgh Current The Secret Lives of Church Ladies explores the raw and tender places where Black women and girls dare to follow their desires and pursue a momentary reprieve from being good. The nine stories in this collection feature four generations of characters grappling with who they want to be in the world, caught as they are between the church's double standards and their own needs and passions. There is fourteen-year-old Jael, who has a crush on the preacher's wife. At forty-two, Lyra realizes that her discomfort with her own body stands between her and a new love. As Y2K looms, Caroletta's "same time next year" arrangement with her childhood best friend is tenuous. A serial mistress lays down the ground rules for her married lovers. In the dark shadows of a hospice parking lot, grieving strangers find comfort in each other. With their secret longings, new love, and forbidden affairs, these church ladies are as seductive as they want to be, as vulnerable as they need to be, as unfaithful and unrepentant as they care to be, and as free as they deserve to be.
Toe
Audiobooks made accessible – this app's ease of use is a true blessing. Download options are versatile, making it easy to get audiobooks from various sources.
Cosmic Presence
Automated artwork and metadata extraction keeps my audiobook library visually appealing. I love the ability to share my progress with friends. It’s a fun feature. Perfect for both first-time listeners and audiobook veterans! The narrator's warm, inviting tone made this an incredibly comfortable listening experience. I particularly appreciated how well they handled dialogue - each character felt distinct without being cartoonish. The pacing kept me engaged throughout.
Rocky Highway
ListenBook's interface is sleek and user-friendly, making navigation a breeze. 🎉 Finding the perfect audiobook is a breeze with this app's robust search and recommendation features. My reading list has never been better! 📚💫 Looping playback helps me revise and memorize complex topics effectively. A study essential!
Uncle Buddy
🏡 Cleaning the house with an audiobook in the background – talk about productivity! 🧼📖 🎉 The ease and functionality of this app make it my go-to choice for immersive audiobook experiences. 📱🎧 ListenBook is more than just an app – it's a doorway to a world of knowledge and imagination. Adjusting the tone of the narrator's voice adds a layer of personalization that I never knew I needed.
Referee
I've started reading more books than ever before, all thanks to this app. I'm in awe of how this app has made reading a part of my busy life. Effortlessly exploring audiobook worlds – this app's functionality is genius. ListenBook has completely changed how I enjoy audiobooks. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate. Five stars!
Poppin Loot
ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch integration is a brilliant touch. With this app, audiobook listening has become an integral part of my daily routines – it's pure bliss. The automatic extraction of artwork and metadata adds a professional touch to my audiobook collection. ListenBook has become my go-to app for exploring a diverse range of audiobooks. It offers a wide array of features that cater to different preferences and needs.
Cricket
ListenBook's user-friendly controls and innovative features have made it an essential tool for my audiobook enjoyment. The detailed listening stats are fantastic. Helps me keep track of my progress.
Boost Princess
This app has ignited my passion for reading once again – but in a modern, convenient way. I'm blown away by the range of non-fiction audiobooks available – so much to learn! ListenBook has completely changed my audiobook experience – it's like having a personal audio library. The best app for audiobooks. Downloading and organizing files is super easy with ListenBook. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books at night.
MuseMaster
ListenBook's dedication to enhancing the audiobook experience has made it my preferred app for listening to content on the go. This app is my audiobook haven. With a user-friendly interface and features like audio filters, I'm engrossed in stories like never before. 📖🔊 The app is so versatile. It works with all my devices.
Undergrad
This app has become my loyal companion during travels and relaxation times. With this app, I've turned mundane chores into exciting opportunities for intellectual growth. 🌟 Unleashing the power of audiobooks with this user-friendly app – it's like having a personal storyteller on demand! 📚🔥 Efficiency and ease combined – this app is a must-have for book lovers. This app is like a personal audiobook concierge! The ability to download and organize audio files effortlessly is a game-changer for my reading routine. 📱📖
MrOnsTr
🎧 My daily chores just got an upgrade! Thanks to this app, I can dive into captivating stories while cooking and cleaning. 📚🍳 I never thought I'd find an app that supports such a wide range of audiobook formats. ListenBook is a true gem! ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a game-changer. It enhances the audio quality and ensures that I can immerse myself fully in the content. 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.
Sexy
This app has made 'reading' more versatile and enjoyable than ever. Tone adjustment adds a personalized touch to the narration, making the audiobook experience even more immersive. Listening stats feature keeps me motivated to read more. Love it!
Fuzzy Rainbow
This app has brought stories to life in a way that traditional reading never could. The statistics tracking feature is a gem. I'm surprised by how much time I spend on audiobooks!
Runway Darling
I'm blown away by the range of non-fiction audiobooks available – so much to learn! ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch integration has elevated my listening experience. Effortlessly managing my audiobook collection – this app's functionality is a winner.
Show Boat
ListenBook has turned my ordinary moments into extraordinary journeys of the mind. Noise reduction is magic. I can finally enjoy dictaphone recordings without discomfort.
Mafia Rapunzel
My commutes to work have transformed into exciting journeys thanks to this app. I love the ability to import books from my computer. It’s so easy.
EchoExplorer
Being able to download audiobooks for offline listening is a game-changer. 📱 My secret to staying well-read – this app ensures that I'm never without a book, no matter where I am! 📚📱 ListenBook’s interface is sleek and user-friendly. Finding and playing my audiobooks has never been easier.
Centurion Sherman
I love that I can switch between fiction and non-fiction effortlessly. The ListenBook app is a must-have for anyone who loves to learn and be entertained through audiobooks. The listening stats feature is awesome. I can track my audiobook habits effortlessly. I love the ability to change the playback pitch. It’s a unique feature.
Copilot
I appreciate the option to listen to samples before committing to a book. The interface is clean and intuitive. I was up and running in seconds. Download options are abundant, from WiFi to iTunes. It's all about convenience with this app. I love the ability to change the playback pitch. It’s a unique feature.
Disco Thunder
The convenience of downloading audiobooks for offline listening is a game-changer. I love the ability to change the playback speed. It’s perfect for my needs.
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