Book description
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER - In her stunning debut, the creator of Black Liturgies weaves stories from three generations of her family alongside contemplative reflections to discover the "necessary rituals" that connect us with our belonging, dignity, and liberation."This is the kind of book that makes you different when you're done."--Ashley C. Ford, New York Times bestselling author of Somebody's Daughter "Reaches deep beneath the surface of words unspoken, wounds unhealed, and secrets untempered to break them open in order for fresh light to break through."--Morgan Jerkins, New York Times bestselling author of This Will Be My Undoing and Caul Baby ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR: The Root, Library Journal "From the womb, we must repeat with regularity that to love ourselves is to survive. I believe that is what my father wanted for me and knew I would so desperately need: a tool for survival, the truth of my dignity named like a mercy new each morning." So writes Cole Arthur Riley in her unforgettable book of stories and reflections on discovering the sacred in her skin. In these deeply transporting pages, Arthur Riley reflects on the stories of her grandmother and father, and how they revealed to her an embodied, dignity-affirming spirituality, not only in what they believed but in the act of living itself. Writing memorably of her own childhood and coming to self, Arthur Riley boldly explores some of the most urgent questions of life and faith: How can spirituality not silence the body, but instead allow it to come alive? How do we honor, lament, and heal from the stories we inherit? How can we find peace in a world overtaken with dislocation, noise, and unrest? In this indelible work of contemplative storytelling, Arthur Riley invites us to descend into our own stories, examine our capacity to rest, wonder, joy, rage, and repair, and find that our humanity is not an enemy to faith but evidence of it. At once a compelling spiritual meditation, a powerful intergenerational account, and a tender coming-of-age narrative, This Here Flesh speaks potently to anyone who suspects that our stories might have something to say to us.
Hermopolis
This app's compatibility with various devices ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks wherever I am. This app's support for various formats and genres ensures that there's always something new to explore. The ability to adjust the tone of the narrator's voice is a creative touch that adds depth to my listening.
Alley Frog
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Freeway
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CoB@lt
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Wildcat Talent
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Ella of Light
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Spitfire
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Tan Stallion
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Scrapper
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Fist Wizard
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Beetle King
This app is a boon for book lovers who are always on the go. With ListenBook, I can now enjoy my favorite audiobooks and speeches with the utmost comfort and convenience. With ListenBook Pro, I can enjoy super long audiobooks. It's fantastic! 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 serviceable audiobook that met basic expectations. The narration was clear if somewhat unremarkable, and the production quality was standard without any noticeable technical issues. It kept me moderately engaged during workouts but didn't leave a lasting impression.
Mr. Fabulous
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Moon Peaches
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DreadSherX
Supports artwork and metadata perfectly. My library looks great! Supports all my playlists and bookmarks. Very convenient.
The Belgian
Gone are the days of straining my eyes to read β this app lets me 'read' with my ears, anywhere, anytime. Supports a wide range of formats flawlessly. Very happy with it.
MysticMingle
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California Goddess
The convenience of switching between devices without losing my place is a lifesaver. Audiobooks made accessible β this app's ease of use is a true blessing.
Washer
This app's versatility and convenience have transformed my screen time into a productive reading journey. I'm impressed by the extensive statistics feature, allowing me to track my audiobook consumption over time. Noise reduction and voice tone adjustment are excellent additions.
Mad Viral
Seamless integration with all my devices and flawless synchronization β top-notch. ListenBook's audio filters and controls have revolutionized the way I enjoy my audio content. The automatic extraction of artwork and metadata adds a professional touch to my audiobook collection. Supports all my playlists and bookmarks. Very convenient. This app is a must-have for anyone who loves audiobooks. The interface is intuitive, and the app supports all formats. I love the auto-bookmark featureβit saves my place automatically, so I never lose track. Highly recommend!
Campfire Mama
This app's convenience has made me fall in love with audiobooks all over again. With ListenBook, I can finally enjoy my audiobooks without worrying about format compatibility. It handles everything! ListenBook has become my gateway to new worlds, allowing me to explore stories, ideas, and knowledge. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun way to inspire others to read. The narrator's voice took some getting used to - a bit nasal at first - but I grew to like it after a few chapters. Their pacing was excellent throughout.
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