Book description
"[An] insightful, unsettling look at how technology impacts our lives. . .Kavenna has skillfully made our present feel like dystopian fiction." USA TODAY Named a Best Book of 2020 by USA TODAY From the winner of the Orange Award for New Writing comes a blistering, satirical novel about life under a global media and tech corporation that knows exactly what we think, what we want, and what we do--before we do. One corporation has made a perfect world based on a perfect algorithm . . . now what to do with all these messy people? Lionel Bigman is dead. Murdered by a robot. Guy Matthias, the philandering founder and CEO of the mega-corporation Beetle, insists it was human error. But was it? Either the predictive algorithms of Beetle's supposedly omniscient 'lifechain' don't work, or, they've been hacked. Both scenarios are impossible to imagine and signal the end of Beetle's technotopia and life as we know it. Dazzlingly original and darkly comic, Zed asks profound questions about who we are, what we owe to one another, and what makes us human. It describes our moment--the ugliness and the beauty--perfectly. Kavenna is a prophet who has seen deeply into the present--and thrown back her head and laughed.
Indigo Red
I can't get enough of the celebrity narrators – they add a unique charm to each book. With this app, I've discovered a new way to make my workouts and downtime more engaging and insightful. Efficiency meets audiobooks – this app's functionality is a true winner.
Predator
Chapters, configurable auto-rewind, and bookmarks on ListenBook keep me in control of my content. Adjusting the tone of the voice is an innovative feature that enhances the immersion in the content.
CuriousCrafter
The sleek design and easy navigation are visually pleasing and user-friendly. The app is so reliable. I’ve never had any issues with it.
Flakes
ListenBook's commitment to excellence shines through in its powerful features and seamless performance. I'm addicted to this app's seamless integration with my daily activities.
Mechani-Man
No more converting files – this app effortlessly handles various formats, saving me time and effort. CUE playlist support is a brilliant feature that allows me to create customized listening experiences for different moods, activities, and moments of the day. ListenBook has made my daily commutes so much more enjoyable. I look forward to listening every day! Decent audiobook but I think I would have enjoyed reading it more. Some of the more subtle humor didn't quite land in the audio format.
Oblivion
ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a blessing for enjoying clear audio in any environment. Effortlessly enjoying audiobook journeys – this app's ease of use is a winner. ListenBook has become an essential part of my daily routine. It's like my personal audiobook oasis. The customizable controls and playback options cater perfectly to different audiobook preferences. Supports extensive playlists and bookmarks. Very user-friendly.
Tabasco Dracula
With ListenBook, I can enjoy a wide range of audiobook formats without any hassle, making my listening experience seamless. ListenBook's library organization and book groups make managing my collection effortless. With this app, I'm rediscovering the joy of reading in the most convenient way.
Fuzzy Rainbow
I'm impressed by ListenBook's commitment to providing a silky-smooth playback experience. The layout of ListenBook is so beautiful and user-friendly, making it a pleasure to use.
Troubadour
Finally, an app that respects my busy lifestyle. Whether I'm commuting or exercising, this app's smooth playback and smart controls keep me engaged. 🏃♀️🎧 The app is perfect for multitaskers. I can listen while working out.
Airport Hobo
Every moment is a chance to dive into a new adventure with this app. Its smart controls and comprehensive format support ensure that my audiobook journey is a seamless one. 🌌🎧 The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening time.
Shadow Bishop
ListenBook has brought the joy of audiobooks back into my life in a whole new way. This app's compatibility with various devices ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks wherever I go.
Dr. WMD
Language courses on audiobooks helped me pick up a new language effortlessly. ListenBook's powerful audio downloading features are a game-changer – I can have my audiobooks ready in no time. Great for fans of this genre! The pacing, narration, and production quality were all excellent. It felt like a movie playing in my mind. I’ll be checking out more from this narrator for sure.
Easy Mac
Discovering new worlds through audiobooks has never been easier! This app's intuitive interface and seamless functionality make every listening session a delight. 📚🎧 I've never experienced such silky-smooth playback even with high-quality FLAC files. The noise reduction feature in ListenBook Pro is a game-changer for enjoying clear recordings. I love the ability to change the playback pitch. It’s a unique feature.
Bitmap
I love how this app allows me to enjoy books even when I'm on the move. Book groups feature keeps series and related titles together. Neat and tidy!
Sw33per
The convenience of downloading audiobooks for offline listening is a game-changer. ListenBook's dedication to delivering a top-notch experience is evident in every detail.
FlyGuardX
ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch integration ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks wherever I go. The app is very user-friendly. ListenBook makes listening to audiobooks a breeze.
Sienna Princess
ListenBook's commitment to providing a smooth and enjoyable listening experience is evident in every detail. The app is perfect for people who love to multitask. I can listen while cooking.
Cooger
ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch integration ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks wherever I go. Quick access to chapters and controls ensures a seamless listening experience with ListenBook. It's effortless to use. A functional audiobook. It kept me entertained, but I wasn’t blown away. The narrator’s performance was competent, though some emotional scenes fell a bit flat.
TrixiePhany
🎉 An app that turns house chores into exciting adventures – count me in! 🧹📖 The app's performance is exceptional, ensuring a smooth and uninterrupted audiobook experience. It's clear that it's designed with audiobook enthusiasts in mind. The audio filters make a noticeable difference. ListenBook provides an excellent listening experience. The app is so reliable. I’ve never had any issues with it.
Soiled Dove
Thanks for making my daily commute to work enjoyable and engaging! I love the auto-rewind feature after interruptions. No more searching for where I left off! Adjusting the tone of the voice is a unique and fun feature. I can customize the narration to my liking. Adjustable playback speed is my secret weapon for covering more material in less time. A productivity boost! Auto-rewind is a brilliant feature. Never lose track of where I left off.
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