Book description
Translated from the Danish by Jennifer RussellAn artist in her thirties weaves and unravels connections between the loom and the computer, DNA and technology, dreams and decisionsThread Ripper is a double-stranded novel about weaving, programming, and pioneering women. A tapestry-weaver in her thirties embarks on her first big commission: a digitally woven tapestry for a public building. As she works, devoting all her waking hours to the commission, she draws engrossing connections between the stuff that life is made from - DNA, plant tissue, algorithms, text, and textile - and that which disrupts it - radiation, pests, entropy, and doubt. In the novel's second strand, we meet Ada Lovelace, the 1830s mathematician and pioneer of computer programming, and mythical figures such as Penelope, the faithful wife of Odysseus, who wove and unpicked a shroud to put off her 108 suitors.Contemplative yet clear-sighted, and reviving women's histories, Amalie Smith's bracing hybrid of a novel bares the aching interwovenness of art and life.
Crash Enforcer
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MythMaker
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Dandelion
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Trick Baron
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Flyswat Briggs
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New York Mood
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Breezy Mustang
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Divine Bramble
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xFRST
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Scooby Did
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Marine Dre
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Mr. Peppermint
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Crash Enforcer
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Sneaky Lady
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Stone Boomstick
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Subzero Taffy
The sleep timer is a brilliant addition – I drift off to sleep with amazing stories. The ability to download audio from network devices directly within ListenBook is incredibly convenient. Thanks to this app, I can enjoy the world of literature without missing a beat in my fast-paced life. ListenBook's drag-and-drop download feature simplifies the process of adding new audiobooks to my collection.
Sprinkle Lovenuts
ListenBook's support for a wide range of formats means I can listen to all my favorite content without worries. is a breeze. It's incredibly convenient for building my collection. The app is very user-friendly. ListenBook makes listening to audiobooks a breeze. The bookmark feature is fantastic. I can easily pick up where I left off.
Swampmasher
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Skylark
ListenBook's support for various formats ensures that no audiobook is out of reach. Good but not great. The narration was competent but lacked the extra spark that makes some audiobooks truly special. Still worth a listen though.
Demo
Book groups keep my related titles together for a cohesive listening experience. A thoughtful feature! The app is perfect for multitaskers. I can listen while working out. I love the ability to change the background color. It’s a nice touch.
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