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.
Mindless Bobcat
With ListenBook, my iPhone and iPad have become a gateway to a world of captivating stories. 💃 Grooving to the rhythm of stories while tackling household chores – a dance of productivity! 🎶📖 ⭐️ Who knew cleaning could be this exciting? This app turns chores into adventures! 🧹🏰
FRMhndshk
The ability to highlight passages and take notes while listening is a fantastic feature. I've become an audiobook addict, all thanks to this amazing app. Configurable auto-rewind is genius. No more confusion when I pause and resume.
Gas Man
I'm amazed at how effortlessly I can immerse myself in books through this app. 🎉 Rekindling my love for stories – this app's accessibility has reignited my passion! 📖🚀 Auto-rewind feature is a lifesaver. I never lose my place!
Lady Fantastic
ListenBook's dedication to excellence shines through in its impeccable audio quality and user-friendly features. I'm amazed at how this app has made reading fit into every aspect of my life. This app's convenience has transformed my screen time into meaningful reading sessions. The app is perfect for language learners. The playback speed control is a game-changer. The interface is so clean and clutter-free. It’s a pleasure to use.
RiddleRanger
ListenBook's smooth playback and easy navigation ensure that my audiobook experience is always top-notch. ListenBook's basic audio filters enhance my listening experience and make it uniquely mine. This app's ease of use has made reading a seamless part of my daily routine. ListenBook's noise reduction feature in the Pro version is a testament to the app's commitment to audio quality. The noise reduction feature is a game-changer for clearer dictaphone recordings.
BearDrift
I can't imagine my life without this app – it's my constant source of books. Thanks to ListenBook, downloading audiobooks from various sources has become effortless. ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a playful addition that lets me tweak the audiobook experience. The auto-rewind feature is a small detail that makes a big difference. It enhances my listening experience.
Crash Enforcer
🌟 Unleashing the power of audiobooks with this user-friendly app – it's like having a personal storyteller on demand! 📚🔥 Audiobook excellence simplified – this app's functionality is a true delight. ListenBook has united my love for audiobooks with my passion for learning. What a brilliant app! I can’t believe how easy it is to manage my audiobook library with ListenBook. Highly recommended!
Roma Kabuki
No need for file conversion is a game-changer. Love using ListenBook on my iPhone. ListenBook Pro's unlimited audiobook length feature is fantastic. This app is a must-have for audiobook enthusiasts. The ability to adjust skip intervals and playback speed is fantastic. I also love the auto-bookmark feature—it saves my place automatically, so I never lose track. Worth every penny!
Impulsive Flower
I love that I can switch between fiction and non-fiction effortlessly. Download options are versatile, making it easy to get audiobooks from various sources. Adjustable playback speed and volume control make for a customized experience. 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!
Santa's Little Helper
ListenBook has seamlessly integrated into my daily life, enhancing my workouts, commutes, and relaxation periods. It's an indispensable part of my routine. Listening statistics are a great motivator. Love this feature!
Show Boat
Audiobooks have made my workouts more enjoyable, and I'm seeing results! ListenBook's innovation, seamless playback, and versatile features make it a standout app. I love the download options. ListenBook gives me so many ways to get my audiobooks onto my device.
Arsenic Coo
The audio filters to adjust playback speed and volume are a fantastic addition for customizing my experience. Binaural audio processing really helps reduce fatigue.
Manly Reno
ListenBook's audiobook player is a true workhorse – chapters, controls, and filters are all seamlessly integrated. ListenBook's dedication to excellence shines through in its impeccable audio quality and user-friendly features. I'm amazed at how this app has seamlessly integrated reading into my daily rhythm. Looping playback is my favorite study tool. It's a game-changer for mastering challenging content.
Gold Dahlia
Book Groups on ListenBook make it easy to categorize and access my audiobooks. This app has helped me achieve my reading goals and explore new genres effortlessly. My productivity has soared since I started using ListenBook for my study materials. ListenBook has revolutionized my audiobook enjoyment. It's an essential part of my daily routine.
Trick Baron
ListenBook's support for playlists in CUE format is a detail-oriented touch I truly appreciate. With this app, I've found a way to make my daily errands more enjoyable and intellectually stimulating. 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! The statistics tracking feature is a gem. I'm surprised by how much time I spend on audiobooks! With ListenBook Pro, long audiobooks are no problem. I love it!
QuestWeaver
With this app, my daily routines have become moments of intellectual discovery and personal fulfillment. ListenBook is the best audiobook player I’ve ever used. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate, making it a joy to use. Five stars!
Mr. Thanksgiving
The narrators have a way of bringing characters to life – it's a unique experience. I'm addicted to this app's seamless performance and impressive library.
Leaf Assassin
It's impressive how the app caters to both seasoned readers and newcomers. Thanks to ListenBook's extensive statistics, I can track my audiobook consumption and celebrate my progress. I'm hooked on this app's effortless downloading process – I can have my favorite audiobooks in seconds. Navigating chapters is a breeze with ListenBook. It's a user-friendly and seamless experience.
Brick Mooch
The ability to adjust the tone of the narrator's voice is a creative touch that adds depth to my listening. Middle-of-the-road experience. The audiobook was fine—good narration, decent story—but it didn’t leave a lasting impression. If you’re looking for something low-commitment, this works.
Classy Dancer
The app's features, like the sleep timer, make it clear that it's designed with readers in mind. I'm addicted to this app's seamless integration with my daily activities.
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