Book description
A powerful coming-of-age story about chance encounters, injustice and how the choices that we make can completely change our future. The second YA novel from the critically acclaimed Danielle Jawando, perfect for fans of Angie Thomas, Gayle Foreman, Jennifer Niven and Nikesh Shukla.'Jawando's writing is incredibly raw and real; I felt completely immersed' Alice OsemanWhen fourteen-year-old Shaq is stabbed outside of a busy shopping centre in Manchester, three teenagers from very different walks of life are unexpectedly brought together. What follows flips their worlds upside down and makes Chantelle, Jackson, and Marc question the deep-rooted prejudice and racism that exists within the police, the media, and the rest of society.Praise for When Our Worlds Collided:'A raw, unflinching and powerful story that will stay with me for a long time' Manjeet Mann, author of The Crossing 'A beautiful ode to found family, and a compassionate look at the power of connection borne from the ashes of tragedy and apathy' Christina Hammonds Reed, author of The Black Kids 'Hard-hitting yet still hopeful, this is an emotional powerhouse of a book' Alexandra Sheppard, author of Oh My GodsPraise for And the Stars Were Burning Brightly:'An outstanding and compassionate debut' Patrice Lawrence, author of Orangeboy'An utter page turner from a storming new talent. Passionate, committed and shines a ray of light into the darkest places - the YA novel of 2020!' Melvin Burgess, author of Junk'One of the brightest up and coming stars of the YA world' Alex Wheatle, author of Crongton Knights
Day Hawk
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California Goddess
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Old Felix
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Freak
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Killer Grenade
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Cool Iris
Audiobook enthusiasts, rejoice! This app's elegant design and robust functionality make it a must-have for anyone who loves to listen on the go. 🎧📱 I appreciate the dark mode option. It’s easy on the eyes during nighttime listening. 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!
Bourbon Mirage
This app makes traffic jams a breeze – time flies by while I'm engrossed in a story. An average audiobook experience. Nothing was wrong with it—the narration was fine, and the story was okay—but nothing particularly stood out. It served its purpose as entertainment during my commute.
Hemlock
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Star Scratch
The chapters feature on ListenBook enhances my audiobook exploration – it's like flipping through pages. ListenBook's compatibility with various formats has made it my go-to app for all audio content. The app's ability to handle various audio formats is impressive. No more file conversions!
Sexy
Effortlessly exploring new worlds – this app's design is user-centric and efficient. Binaural audio processing is amazing. Reduced my listening fatigue significantly. Adjustable playback speed and volume control make for a customized experience. This audiobook was an absolute pleasure to listen to! The narrator's voice was rich and expressive, perfectly capturing the tone of the material. I found myself completely immersed in the story, often sitting in my car longer than necessary just to hear what happened next. The production quality was excellent with clear audio throughout.
Gov Skull
I'm hooked on this app's seamless performance – it's like having a personal audiobook curator. The narrator's voice was like butter - smooth, rich, and utterly pleasant to listen to for hours. They handled complex sentences with ease, making even dense material accessible. I never had to rewind because I missed something due to unclear delivery. Perfection!
PixelPilgrim
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Popeye Wipeout
The app's stability is impressive – it runs smoothly without any glitches. ListenBook's powerful audio downloading features are a game-changer – I can have my audiobooks ready in no time. The ListenBook app has enriched my daily life, adding a layer of intellectual and emotional fulfillment. ListenBook's integration of artwork and metadata adds a visually appealing touch to my library. ListenBook's versatility with various audio formats means I can enjoy audiobooks from multiple sources effortlessly.
Gabriel Dandelion
I'm hooked on this app's ability to turn any moment into a reading opportunity. As an audiobook enthusiast, I'm in awe of ListenBook's advanced features. The ability to adjust the reader's voice tone is a unique and fun addition.
Serendipity
I'm amazed at how this app has made my daily routines more enjoyable and intellectually stimulating. I can't imagine my life without this app – it's my daily dose of literature. I can't get enough of this app – it's like having a personal storyteller in my pocket. The interface is beautiful and functional. ListenBook is my go-to app for audiobooks. This audiobook spoiled me for others! The narrator's professional delivery set a high bar - perfect diction, ideal pacing, and emotional authenticity. The recording quality was equally impressive with no distracting artifacts. I finished it far too quickly because I couldn't stop listening.
Spontan8ty
ListenBook has made me fall in love with audiobooks all over again – it's a must-have app. The statistics tracking is a nice touch. ListenBook helps me keep track of my audiobook habits.
Thunder Tank
This app has made me appreciate the art of storytelling even more. I'm amazed at how this app has expanded my reading horizons. The tone adjustment feature in ListenBook Pro is a novel addition that allows me to personalize my audiobook experience. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a delightful way to share the joy of storytelling.
Acetic Princess
ListenBook has revolutionized my audio experience, making it both personalized and engaging. ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch makes it an essential companion for my daily commutes and workouts. It's convenience at its finest! Elevating my reading experience to a whole new level, this app's user-friendly interface and easy navigation have me hooked. Audiobooks have never been this enjoyable! 📱🔊 ListenBook is fantastic! Supports every audiobook format I have. Super convenient! Unlimited length audiobooks with ListenBook Pro are a huge plus!
Grabber
ListenBook's support for a variety of audio formats ensures that I can access my content without any limitations. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is a fantastic way to spread the joy. Audiobooks have made waiting in lines and queues so much more bearable. 📱 Carrying my favorite stories with me wherever I go – this app is like a portable library in my pocket. 📚👜 ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has significantly improved the audio quality of my recordings.
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