Book description
A poignant, personal reflection on basketball, life, and home--from the author of the National Book Award finalist A Little Devil in America Growing up in Columbus, Ohio, in the 1990s, Hanif Abdurraqib witnessed a golden era of basketball, one in which legends like LeBron James were forged and countless others weren't. His lifelong love of the game leads Abdurraqib into a lyrical, historical, and emotionally rich exploration of what it means to make it, who we think deserves success, the tension between excellence and expectation, and the very notion of role models, all of which he expertly weaves together with intimate, personal storytelling. "Here is where I would like to tell you about the form on my father's jump shot," Abdurraqib writes. "The truth, though, is that I saw my father shoot a basketball only one time." There's Always This Year is a triumph, brimming with joy, pain, solidarity, comfort, outrage, and hope. No matter the subject of his keen focus--whether it's basketball, or music, or performance--Hanif Abdurraqib's exquisite writing is always poetry, always profound, and always a clarion call to radically reimagine how we think about our culture, our country, and ourselves.
Starshine
With ListenBook, I can explore new genres, learn new topics, and enjoy classic literature with ease. ListenBook’s support for CarPlay is great. I can listen to audiobooks in my car easily. 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!
Petite Flurry
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ZenaCake
This app is a true treasure for audiobook lovers – it's my go-to source for literary adventures! ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a playful addition that lets me tweak the audiobook experience.
Grave Digger
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Eye Candy Kitten
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Betty Cricket
The family subscription option is a money-saver – everyone gets to enjoy their favorite books. With its powerful audio downloading features, I can have my favorite audiobooks ready to go, anytime and anywhere.
Aqua Monsoon
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Cumulo
This app's sleek design and effortless controls have made audiobook listening an immersive experience. This app's intuitive controls and user-friendly layout have made audiobook listening a true pleasure.
Gullyway
With this app, I've discovered the joy of learning while I'm on the move – it's like having a tutor by my side. This app's support for various formats and genres ensures that there's always something new to explore. Book groups feature keeps series and related titles together. Neat and tidy! Adjusting the tone of the voice is a unique feature that adds a personalized touch to the listening experience. ListenBook’s audio quality is excellent. The app enhances my listening experience.
Slug-em-dog
Thanks for making my daily commute to work enjoyable and engaging! 💪 Crushing workouts while devouring books – this app makes fitness fun and educational! 🏋️♀️🎉
TrixiePhany
Thanks to ListenBook, I can enjoy my audiobooks without the need for constant synchronization. This app's convenience has transformed my screen time into meaningful reading sessions. Unlimited length audiobooks with ListenBook Pro are a huge plus! I love how ListenBook makes it easy to organize my audiobook library. The app supports all formats, and the import process is a breeze. The playback controls are responsive, and the sound quality is excellent. Highly recommend! A textbook example of great audiobook narration! The performer's diction was flawless, their pacing ideal, and their emotional range impressive. I never felt like I was being "read to" but rather like I was experiencing the story firsthand. The audio engineering was equally professional.
Racy Babe
I love how ListenBook caters to various formats, making it versatile and accommodating for all my audiobooks. ListenBook's absence of synchronization requirements adds to its convenience and flexibility. ListenBook’s audio quality is excellent. The app enhances my listening experience.
Bruh
💼 Making work hours enjoyable – audiobooks turn my tasks into learning opportunities and moments of joy. 💻📖 The adjustable playback speed feature is a true innovation. It adds a personalized touch to my listening. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun and interactive way to bond over stories.
Lady Katniss
Say goodbye to cumbersome interfaces – this app's intuitive controls and user-friendly design have elevated my audiobook experience to new heights. 📱🔊 Downloading audiobooks is a breeze, thanks to the variety of options available. The app is perfect for language learners. The playback speed control is a game-changer.
Plenty Orange
My audiobook collection has never looked better. Thanks to automatic artwork and metadata. The statistics tracking is a nice touch. ListenBook helps me keep track of my audiobook habits.
Liquid Death
🌌 Igniting my imagination while preparing dinner – this app adds flavor to every meal! 🍲📖 I'm amazed by the app's versatility in downloading audio. It accommodates various sources seamlessly. A wonderful performance! The narrator captured the mood of the book perfectly, making it easy to visualize each scene. The audio quality was crisp, and the pacing kept me hooked from start to finish.
Lunar Treat
Background play feature lets me multitask while enjoying a book – brilliant! 🎉 Rekindling my love for reading – this app has reintroduced me to the joy of books in a whole new way. 📚🔥 📱 An app that truly understands audiobook enthusiasts – it's all about functionality, and this app nails it! 📚💡 Audiobook immersion without fuss – this app's ease of use is commendable. Audiobook lovers, meet your new best friend! This app's smooth playback and easy organization have transformed my reading experience. 🎉🎧
Backstreet
Audiobooks have become my constant companions during my daily activities. ListenBook has redefined the way I experience stories, turning every moment into an adventure. Audiobooks on demand? Yes, please! With this app's robust features, I'm always just a tap away from immersing myself in captivating narratives. 📚📱 I'm amazed by the extensive statistics tracking. It's fascinating to see my listening habits. I love how ListenBook makes it easy to organize my audiobook library. The app supports all formats, and the import process is a breeze. The playback controls are responsive, and the sound quality is excellent. Highly recommend!
Kitchen
I've rediscovered the joy of reading through the convenience of audiobooks. Middle-of-the-road experience. The audiobook was fine—good narration, decent story—but it didn’t leave a lasting impression. If you’re looking for something low-commitment, this works.
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