Book description
An adoption expert and transracial adoptee herself examines the unique perspectives and challenges these adoptees have as they navigate multiple cultures "Your parents are so amazing for adopting you! You should be grateful that you were adopted." Angela Tucker is a Black woman, adopted from foster care by white parents. She has heard this microaggression her entire life, usually from well-intentioned strangers who view her adoptive parents as noble saviors. She is grateful for many aspects of her life, but being transracially adopted involves layers of rejection, loss, and complexity that cannot be summed up so easily. In "You Should Be Grateful," Tucker centers the experiences of adoptees to share deeply personal stories, well-researched history, and engrossing anecdotes from mentorship sessions with adopted youth. These perspectives challenge the fairy-tale narrative of adoption, giving way to a fuller story that explores the impacts of racism, classism, family, love, and belonging.
Koi Diva
The Looping playback and Shuffle features on ListenBook help me customize my listening sessions to my liking. The compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch sets ListenBook apart from the rest. Audiobook enjoyment without the hassle β this app's design is a win.
Mantis Queen
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Sand Whiskers
Background play feature lets me multitask while enjoying a book β brilliant! I'm blown away by how this app has revolutionized my reading experience. The appβs design is sleek and modern. ListenBook is my favorite audiobook player.
Hoboken Nightingale
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Twinkle Cutlass
ListenBook has made me fall in love with audiobooks all over again β it's a must-have app. Looping playback has made memorization so much easier. I'm acing my exams! Decent narration, predictable story. The voice actor did a good job, but the plot followed a familiar formula. If youβre looking for something new and groundbreaking, this might not be it. The perfect balance between dramatic reading and natural storytelling. Felt like a friend telling me an amazing story rather than someone just reading words.
NexusNomad
This app has completely transformed my commute β I look forward to it now! With this app, I've turned my everyday moments into meaningful opportunities for growth and learning.
Mr. Peppermint
ListenBook has become my trusted companion, guiding me through the realms of imagination. ListenBook's customizable audio filters add a new dimension to my audiobook enjoyment. I'm amazed by the attention to detail, from automatic metadata extraction to customizable settings. The app is so reliable. Iβve never had any issues with it.
Arsenic Coo
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Acid Queen
π± Carrying stories in my pocket β this app's convenience is a game-changer! πποΈ The noise reduction feature is a game-changer for clearer dictaphone recordings.
Acid Gosling
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xFRST
ListenBook is like a personal audiobook curator, allowing me to enjoy my favorite speeches and lectures with unmatched comfort and convenience. ListenBookβs support for CarPlay is great. I can listen to audiobooks in my car easily. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books at night.
Tangerine
This app has turned even the most ordinary moments into reading sessions. ListenBook has transformed how I enjoy audiobooks. The app is a game-changer! The auto-rewind feature is a thoughtful addition that enhances my listening journey. I appreciate it! The app is perfect for people who love to read but donβt have the time.
WanderWord
I'm finally making progress on my reading goals, thanks to this app's convenience. Thank you for making my reading goals more achievable and enjoyable. ListenBook's seamless integration with CarPlay has made my drives more informative. I'm hooked on this app's ability to transform my ordinary moments into exciting opportunities for learning. Book groups keep my related titles together for a cohesive listening experience. A thoughtful feature!
Manly
ListenBook has transformed my daily activities into opportunities for personal growth. ππ Embarking on literary journeys even with my eyes closed β bedtime stories have taken a new form with this app! π΄π§ I can't get enough of ListenBook's silky-smooth playback and intuitive design. It's my go-to app for both leisurely listening and study sessions. Automated artwork and metadata retrieval make my library look organized and professional.
InfinityInsight
ListenBook's audiobook player is a true workhorse β chapters, controls, and filters are all seamlessly integrated. Audiobooks on this app have made studying and learning a more enjoyable process. I'm hooked on this app's ability to make reading fit into any moment. πΌ Merging work and pleasure β audiobooks keep me company during house admin tasks! π»π§
Granola
ListenBook's support for a variety of audio formats ensures that I can access my content without any limitations. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature enhances the audio quality to an impressive degree. 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!
MysticMingle
The narrator's voices are so engaging, it's like having a personal storytelling session. π Grooving to the rhythm of stories while tackling household chores β a dance of productivity! πΆπ Automatic metadata extraction keeps my library organized. It's a time-saver! The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening time.
Boo
ListenBook's dedication to excellence is evident in its well-designed interface, smooth playback, and powerful features. π§ An audiobook treasure trove in the palm of my hand β this app is pure convenience! ππ Audiobook lovers, you need this app in your life. The innovative features, from audio filters to compatibility, enhance my reading journey. ππ§ The range of supported formats is impressive. No more converting files!
Trouble Mittens
I can't believe how easily this app has fit into my daily routine. This app's simplicity has made me fall in love with books all over again. ListenBook's player features are incredibly helpful. Chapters and bookmarks make navigation easy.
Atomic Blastoid
This app has made multitasking a breeze β I can listen while I work, cook, or exercise. Audiobooks on this app have made my workouts more enjoyable and productive. The audiobook player's silky-smooth playback is like music to my ears. Flawless performance!
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