Book description
FINALIST FOR THE 2019 NATIONAL BOOK AWARDNamed a notable book of 2019 by the New York Times Book Review, Chicago Tribune, Time, and The GuardianAs featured by The Daily Show, NPR, PBS, CBC, Time, VIBE, Entertainment Weekly, Well-Read Black Girl, and Chris Hayes, "incisive, witty, and provocative essays" (Publishers Weekly) by one of the "most bracing thinkers on race, gender, and capitalism of our time" (Rebecca Traister)"Thick is sure to become a classic." --The New York Times Book ReviewIn eight highly praised treatises on beauty, media, money, and more, Tressie McMillan Cottom--award-winning professor and acclaimed author of Lower Ed--is unapologetically "thick" deemed "thick where I should have been thin, more where I should have been less," McMillan Cottom refuses to shy away from blending the personal with the political, from bringing her full self and voice to the fore of her analytical work. Thick "transforms narrative moments into analyses of whiteness, black misogyny, and status-signaling as means of survival for black women" (Los Angeles Review of Books) with "writing that is as deft as it is amusing" (Darnell L. Moore).This "transgressive, provocative, and brilliant" (Roxane Gay) collection cements McMillan Cottom's position as a public thinker capable of shedding new light on what the "personal essay" can do. She turns her chosen form into a showcase for her critical dexterity, investigating everything from Saturday Night Live, LinkedIn, and BBQ Becky to sexual violence, infant mortality, and Trump rallies.Collected in an indispensable volume that speaks to the everywoman and the erudite alike, these unforgettable essays never fail to be "painfully honest and gloriously affirming" and hold "a mirror to your soul and to that of America" (Dorothy Roberts).
Frosty Squid
I'm blown away by the quality of narration on this app β it's like being in the story. Audiobook enjoyment redefined β this app's design focuses on the essentials. ListenBookβs bookmarking feature is incredibly useful. I never lose my place in a book. The app is very easy to use. ListenBook makes managing my audiobook library simple.
Cool Law Topping
πββοΈπ Combining exercise and exploration β audiobooks make my runs more exciting! πββοΈπ§ Efficiency meets audiobooks β this app's functionality is a true winner. The user-friendly interface and precise controls make listening to audiobooks an absolute delight. ListenBook has streamlined my audiobook experience. It's a must-have app for enthusiasts. 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!
Mental Prophet
ListenBook's support for various audio formats makes it a versatile app for all kinds of audiobook enthusiasts. Audiobooks have become my travel companions, and this app is my guide. π Transforming my mundane routine into a captivating journey β thank you, this app! β¨π ListenBook has revolutionized my audiobook experience. It's my go-to app for literary adventures.
Darling Peacock
I can't believe how much more productive I am β I'm learning and growing while multitasking! ListenBook has become an essential part of my daily routine. It's like having a library on my phone! Binaural audio reduces listening fatigue. Such a great feature!
Hidden Tree
ListenBook's seamless integration with CarPlay makes my daily commute a delightful opportunity to indulge in audiobooks. ListenBookβs audio filters are great. The app provides a high-quality listening experience.
Sherwood Gladiator
The ability to adjust the tone of the narrator's voice is a creative touch that adds depth to my listening. ListenBook has revolutionized the way I consume content. It's like having a personal tutor in my ear. Perfect for my daily walks. The story was engaging enough to keep me motivated to exercise but not so complex that I got lost in thought. Great production quality too.
Fuzzy Logic Hottie
I'm blown away by ListenBook's ability to play diverse formats flawlessly β it's a game-changer. ListenBook's versatility with various audio formats means I can enjoy audiobooks from multiple sources effortlessly. ListenBookβs bookmarking feature is incredibly useful. I never lose my place in a book. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books while commuting.
Old Felix
With this app, reading has become an integral part of my daily routine. π‘ This app is a brilliant way to squeeze in reading time amidst my busy schedule! π±π©βπ³ π This app is a testament to thoughtful design β its functionality seamlessly blends with my lifestyle, making reading effortless. πβ¨ From MP3 to FLAC, this app plays them all flawlessly. Say goodbye to compatibility issues! ListenBook makes my commute enjoyable. The audio filters really enhance the listening experience.
CosPlatoon
I'm hooked on this app's ability to make every moment a reading moment. π± An app that respects my time and delivers on functionality β audiobook listening has never been this effortless. ππ ListenBook's player features are incredibly helpful. Chapters and bookmarks make navigation easy. The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening time.
Sugar Hiccup
This app has made reading a part of my lifestyle, no matter where I am. This app has transformed my daily commute into a captivating journey of knowledge and entertainment. ListenBook makes organizing my audiobooks simple. The app is very user-friendly.
Universe Bullet
I'm amazed at how this app has expanded my reading horizons. Looping playback has transformed my study sessions. It's an invaluable tool for retaining information. ListenBookβs support for CarPlay is great. I can listen to audiobooks in my car easily. The playback controls are so responsive. No lag at all.
Friday Fox
This app has made me realize that there's always time for a good book. I'm impressed with the wide range of supported formats. Finally, an app that plays all my audiobooks flawlessly. ListenBook's library organization keeps my audiobooks neat and accessible. A true organizational lifesaver!
Chip Queen
This app has completely transformed my commute β I look forward to it now! The voice actors are incredible β they make the characters come alive. Savoring captivating stories has become a breeze with this app's sleek design and convenient features. It's like having a personal reading assistant! π±π The app is perfect for people who love to read but donβt have the time. Decent audiobook but I think I would have enjoyed reading it more. Some of the more subtle humor didn't quite land in the audio format.
Natural Mess
ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch integration has made my daily activities more seamless and convenient. ListenBook's user-friendly interface and quick controls make it my preferred choice for audiobook enjoyment.
Gullyway
The offline mode is a lifesaver on flights β I'm never without a good story. I'm amazed at how this app has made my workouts more motivating and my audiobooks more accessible. This app has transformed my daily routine into moments of literary delight. I love the ability to share my progress with friends. Itβs a fun feature. I love the ability to share my progress with friends. Itβs a fun feature.
Midnight Bat
ListenBook's user-friendly controls and innovative features have made it an indispensable tool for my audiobook enjoyment. I can't believe how convenient this app has made my reading experience. This app has transformed my daily commute into a captivating journey of knowledge and entertainment. Great app! ListenBook supports so many formats, and the playback is always smooth.
Dez North
π± My secret to staying well-read β this app ensures that I'm never without a book, no matter where I am! ππ± The audio quality is superb. ListenBook enhances my audiobook experience.
Light Lion
This app's compatibility with various devices ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks wherever I am. Streamlining my audiobook journey β this app's design is top-notch. Automated artwork and metadata retrieval make my library look organized and professional. Automated artwork and metadata retrieval make my audiobook library look organized and polished.
Oblivion
I'm impressed by ListenBook's ability to extract artwork and metadata automatically. Looping playback has taken my language learning to new heights. Highly recommended! I can't get enough of the binaural audio processing. It's like a breath of fresh air for my ears.
Mud Eye
The ability to adjust the playback speed has made my commute even more efficient. ListenBook has turned my daily routines into audiobook-driven journeys of imagination. π My audiobook haven β this app is like a door to endless adventures and knowledge! ππ This was my first audiobook in this genre and I'm hooked! The performance brought the story to life in a way reading never could. Already downloaded another by the same narrator.
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