Book description
"A moving portrait . . . funny and touching, intellectually and emotionally stimulating. There's pride and prejudice, family drama, and a love story. I loved this book. You will too."--Victor LaValle, author of The ChangelingDarrin Bell was six years old when his mother told him he couldn't have a realistic water gun. She said she feared for his safety, that police tend to think of little Black boys as older and less innocent than they really are. Through evocative illustrations and sharp humor, Bell examines how The Talk shaped intimate and public moments from childhood to adulthood. While coming of age in Los Angeles--and finding a voice through cartooning--Bell becomes painfully aware of being regarded as dangerous by white teachers, neighbors, and police officers and thus of his mortality. Drawing attention to the brutal murders of African Americans and showcasing revealing insights and cartoons along the way, he brings us up to the moment of reckoning when people took to the streets protesting the murders of George Floyd and Breonna Taylor. And now Bell must decide whether he and his own six-year-old son are ready to have The Talk.
Goatee Shield
Listening to audiobooks with my kids has become a cherished bonding activity. With this app, I've rediscovered the joy of reading through my ears, making every moment more valuable. Drag and drop downloads directly from my web browser? That's a level of convenience I appreciate. The app supports a wide range of formats. ListenBook is very versatile. The ability to download audiobooks directly is fantastic. ListenBook is very convenient.
Phoenix Tetra
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Kickstart
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Leaf Assassin
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Kawaii Red
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Shady Lady
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Sokol
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Omega Sub
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Lightweight
Listening to books in their original language has improved my foreign language skills. Kudos to the app for making literature accessible to those with busy schedules. Auto-rewind feature is very useful. Excellent app! The detailed listening stats are fantastic. Helps me keep track of my progress.
Pixie
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Queen Bee
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Wings
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Frosty
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Mad Irishman
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Slow Trot
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Flash
I'd love to see more classic titles, but the current selection is already fantastic. Now I can enjoy my favorite books anytime, even during workouts. ListenBook's dedication to excellence is evident in its well-designed interface, smooth playback, and powerful features. Simplifying my audiobook experience β this app's design is a game-changer. With support for various audio formats, ListenBook ensures I can enjoy my favorite audiobooks without worries.
VisionVortex
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FRMhndshk
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ThoughtTrail
The selection of classics is a treasure trove for literature enthusiasts. I can't believe how much I've 'read' since I started using this app. This app's convenience has turned my daily chores into moments of intellectual discovery β a win-win! This app is a game-changer for audiobook enthusiasts. The interface is intuitive, and the playback is seamless! ListenBook's player features are incredibly helpful. Chapters and bookmarks make navigation easy.
Frosty
The interface is clean and intuitive. I was up and running in seconds. ListenBookβs playback speed control is very useful. I can listen at my own pace.
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