Book description
A mesmerizing first collection from the cross-genre author, science writer, and artist J. Dianne Dotson, THE SHADOW GALAXY features short stories and poetry spanning magical realism, science fiction, fantasy, horror, and Appalachian tales. With stories and poetry spanning three decades of work, the author taps into journeys both fantastical and deeply personal. Categories include Shadow Shores: Tales from the Sea; Other Futures: Tales of the Galaxy and a Place Called Earth; Into the Darkest Hollow: Tales of Horror; Love and Other Moments: Traces of the Heart; Far Appalachia: Tales from the Ancient Mountains; and Resonant Thoughts: Some Poetry. Among these pages, Dotson captures the longing, regrets, and dreams of those living by the sea, such as in "One Evening in Fogvale." In "RODER," a young woman risks her life to help find a robot who captured her heart. "Topaz Sundered" explores an exoplanet mining expedition gone horribly wrong. In "The Queen and the Mountain Laurel," a young Appalachian girl teaches her father an important lesson with the help of mountain spirits. The poem "Obsidian" eviscerates with raw pain from betrayal. Dotson weaves these and many other tales and poems of mysticism, exploration, horror, pain, nostalgia, and wonder, for no shadow can exist without light.
Digital Moonshine
I can't imagine my life without this app β it's my daily dose of literary magic. Quick access to chapters is a blessing. No more scrolling through endless content.
Orange Teflon
Thanks for making my daily commute to work enjoyable and engaging! π Grooving to the rhythm of stories while tackling household chores β a dance of productivity! πΆπ
Mad Kid
This app has made me appreciate the art of storytelling even more. I've become addicted to this app β in the best possible way! Audiobooks have never been this accessible β this app is a true innovation. ListenBookβs CarPlay support makes listening in the car a seamless experience.
Duke Electro
I can't get enough of this app β it's like having a personal library with me. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a blessing for clear dictaphone recordings. The app supports a wide range of formats. ListenBook is very versatile.
Renegade Slugger
Being able to customize the listening duration is perfect for quick breaks. ListenBook's sleek interface and precise controls make it a joy to use during my daily listening sessions. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is a feature I can't live without. I'm hooked on this app's sleek design and seamless performance β it's a must-have for any reader.
California Goddess
This app has made my road trips and flights infinitely more enjoyable. ListenBook has revolutionized my audiobook enjoyment. It's an essential part of my daily routine. My workouts have become more enjoyable and productive with ListenBook's compatibility with Apple Watch. The audio filters make a noticeable difference. ListenBook provides an excellent listening experience. The app is so versatile. It works with all my audiobook formats.
DriftDetector
ListenBook's features make it the ultimate audio companion for any audiobook enthusiast. With this app, I've turned my daily commutes into exciting journeys through the world of literature. Efficiency meets audiobooks β this app's functionality is a true triumph. Looping playback is my favorite feature. It's perfect for revisiting complex content. Adjusting the narrator's voice tone is a fun way to personalize the listening experience.
Manimal
Effortless audiobook exploration β this app's functionality is remarkable. The variety of supported formats means I can enjoy audiobooks from different sources hassle-free.
Green Scavenger
User-friendly brilliance! This app's functionality enhances my audiobook experience. The narration elevated an already good book to greatness! The performer's subtle vocal variations conveyed nuance I might have missed while reading. Their ability to maintain consistent character voices across many hours was impressive. Technical quality was flawless throughout.
Bad Badminton
This app has reignited my passion for literature β I'm devouring books like never before. ListenBook has given me the gift of time β turning daily tasks into moments of inspiration. I'm blown away by how this app has made my workouts more enjoyable and my mind more active. Looping playback is my favorite feature. It's perfect for revisiting complex content.
Undergrad Split
I'm no longer missing out on great stories β this app fits perfectly into my lifestyle. π‘ Embracing audiobooks while tidying up the house β it's like having a helper! π π Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a delightful way to share the joy of storytelling. ListenBook has transformed my daily activities into opportunities for learning and enjoyment.
Dangle
With this app, I've found a way to make long flights and road trips more enjoyable and enlightening. The audiobook player's silky-smooth playback is like music to my ears. Flawless performance! The app's performance is remarkable β it's fast, stable, and designed to cater to audiobook enthusiasts. It's a pleasure to use. Highly engaging! The combination of a well-written story and skilled narration made this audiobook hard to pause. I finished it much faster than I expected because I just couldnβt stop listening.
Liquid Science
This app's convenience has transformed my screen time into meaningful reading sessions. Flawless support for various audio formats. Very happy with it.
Marigold Loot
With this app, I can read anytime, anywhere β it's a reader's dream come true. π Simplifying my reading routine β this app's user-friendly design ensures I'm always in sync with my favorite stories. πβ¨ Downloading over WiFi is super efficient. Saves a lot of time. ListenBookβs interface is sleek and user-friendly. Finding and playing my audiobooks has never been easier. ListenBookβs interface is clean and intuitive. Itβs a joy to use.
MicroStar
This app's convenience has revolutionized the way I experience books. πΆπ Enriching my environment with the power of storytelling β audiobooks infuse my home with literary magic. π§π Bookmarks are a lifesaver for my study materials. I can easily revisit important sections. The app never crashes. Itβs reliable and stable.
Switch
ListenBook's compatibility with various audio formats ensures that I can enjoy a wide range of content hassle-free. π Say goodbye to boredom during long drives β this app makes road trips fly by! ππ Download options are abundant, from WiFi to iTunes. It's all about convenience with this app. Binaural audio processing reduces fatigue during long listening sessions. A fantastic feature! Auto-rewind is incredibly helpful. Excellent functionality.
Twiddle Twix
The 'Explore' feature has introduced me to authors I might never have discovered otherwise. ListenBook's focus on quality and user experience has made it my go-to app for audiobooks and educational content. I'm hooked on this app's ability to make reading fit into every nook and cranny of my day.
Clover Dragon
The range of self-help and personal development audiobooks is truly enriching. π Making every moment count β this app turns everyday activities into a reading adventure! ππ« Downloading over WiFi is super efficient. Saves a lot of time. I love the ability to change the playback speed. Itβs perfect for my needs.
Snapdragon
ππ Road trips have never been this entertaining β this app keeps me engaged on the highway! ππ Audiobooks at my fingertips β this app's ease of use is a game-changer. ListenBook's user-friendly interface and quick controls make it my preferred choice for audiobook enjoyment. ListenBook has revolutionized the way I consume content. It's like having a personal tutor in my ear.
Little Cobra
Precise controls on ListenBook give me complete command over my audio playback. ListenBook has made managing and enjoying audiobooks, lectures, and speeches effortless and enjoyable.
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