Book description
CANADA READS 2020 WINNERSHORTLISTED FOR THE 2020 EDNA STAEBLER AWARD FOR CREATIVE NON-FICTIONNATIONAL BESTSELLER2020 LAMBDA LITERARY AWARD WINNERONE OF BOOK RIOT'S 100 MOST INFLUENTIAL QUEER BOOKS OF ALL TIME How do you find yourself when the world tells you that you don't exist? Samra Habib has spent most of their life searching for the safety to be themself. As an Ahmadi Muslim growing up in Pakistan, they faced regular threats from Islamic extremists who believed the small, dynamic sect to be blasphemous. From their parents, they internalized the lesson that revealing their identity could put them in grave danger. When their family came to Canada as refugees, Samra encountered a whole new host of challenges: bullies, racism, the threat of poverty, and an arranged marriage. Backed into a corner, their need for a safe space--in which to grow and nurture their creative, feminist spirit--became dire. The men in Samra's life wanted to police them, the women in their life had only shown them the example of pious obedience, and their body was a problem to be solved. So begins an exploration of faith, art, love, and queer sexuality, a journey that takes them to the far reaches of the globe to uncover a truth that was within them all along. A triumphant memoir of forgiveness and family, both chosen and not, We Have Always Been Here is a rallying cry for anyone who has ever felt out of place and a testament to the power of fearlessly inhabiting one's truest self.
The Happy Jock
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Sโmore Vixen
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HOV
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MysticMingle
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Flotsams54
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Nice Gnome
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Backstreet
Finally, an app that lets me enjoy my personal audiobooks, lectures, and speeches effortlessly. Looping playback is my favorite feature. It's perfect for revisiting complex content. Beautiful layout and easy access to chapters. Really impressed with ListenBook. The app's support for multiple formats is flawless. Very satisfied. ListenBookโs support for Apple Watch is a great touch. I can control my audiobooks on the go.
Dream Killer
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Nessie
ListenBook has rekindled my love for learning, one audio experience at a time. Listening stats motivate me to read more. Great feature! The ability to download audiobooks directly is fantastic. ListenBook is very convenient. Perfect for repeat listening! The narrator's performance was so rich with detail that I'm sure I'll discover new layers on a second listen. Their interpretation felt authentic to the material while bringing fresh insights. The audio production was pristine from start to finish.
Red Heroine
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Tweety Bun Bun
I'm impressed by ListenBook's ability to extract artwork and metadata automatically. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun way to spread the joy. ListenBook has redefined my audiobook experience. It's an essential tool that enhances every listening session. I don't have strong feelings about this one either way. The narration was competent but forgettable. The story itself was more engaging than the performance.
VPR
This app has introduced me to authors I'd never heard of โ now they're my favorites! Binaural audio processing really helps reduce fatigue. Listening stats keep me motivated to read more. Great addition!
Delicious Wing
Audiobooks have become my companions during long hours of household chores. I've rediscovered my love for reading, all thanks to this app's convenience. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a delightful way to share the joy of storytelling with friends and family. It fosters connections and conversations.
Pixie Soldier
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is such a fun way to spread joy. The app's compatibility with various sources for audio download is a true time-saver.
Duke Electro
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Palomino Cake
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Hightower
ListenBook has made audiobook listening a personalized and enriching journey. Audiobook pleasure simplified โ this app's design is a true winner. 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 featureโit saves my place automatically, so I never lose track. Highly recommend!
Turnip King
I'm absolutely in love with this app! The interface is so intuitive and user-friendly. ListenBook's customizable audio filters allow me to personalize my listening experience โ a fantastic feature. Seamless audiobook integration โ this app's design is a true delight. ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is an innovative touch that adds a layer of personalization.
Burn
I'm finally making progress on my reading goals, thanks to this app's convenience. Precise controls on ListenBook give me complete command over my audio playback. ๐ Transforming long drives into memorable journeys through the magic of audiobooks! ๐๐ This app is a game-changer for audiobook enthusiasts. The interface is intuitive, and the playback is seamless!
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