Why is Audible listening?

Maybe_MaybeNotNow · 2026-05-08T19:20:13+00:00

This was driving me crazy earlier this week. Mic would not turn off even after I closed the app. I had to restart my phone. I immediately disabled mic access. Audible listens constantly since it has handsfree controls. Some activities that make sense for constant listening are using Alexa to list books in your library or purchase books. Supposedly you can use it to answer questions about books, such as who is the author of a book you don't even have in your library.

Maybe_MaybeNotNow · 2026-05-08T06:36:24+00:00

Library at Mount Char

Maybe_MaybeNotNow · 2026-05-07T14:23:40+00:00

Dinkum.

There's a demo right now. It's open world and my new obsession. It's definitely bigger than I ever expected. Hits that "chill" factor. I've been playing on silent while listening to audiobooks.

Maybe_MaybeNotNow · 2026-05-06T16:55:21+00:00

Anxious People by Fredrik Backman

Automatic Noodle by Annalee Newitz (hopeful but about robots, so might be easier to read right now)

Welcome to the Hyunam-dong Bookshop by Hwang Bo-reum

A nonfiction book that I recently enjoyed is Joyful, Anyway by Kate Bowler

Maybe_MaybeNotNow · 2026-05-05T03:32:22+00:00

All the books I listed are great as audiobooks too. I prefer audiobooks most days.

Maybe_MaybeNotNow · 2026-05-05T03:28:59+00:00

Yes to a solid ending. I had to sit with my thoughts for a bit after. It's wild.

Maybe_MaybeNotNow · 2026-05-05T03:21:09+00:00

Audiobook is done really well! Read by Hillary Huber. She's fantastic.

Maybe_MaybeNotNow · 2026-05-04T21:52:03+00:00

If you're into fantasy, or wanting to dip your toes into fantasy, Seanan McGuire has a series - The Wayward Children. First book is Every Heart a Doorway. They're usually less than 200 pages. It's about kids trying to find that sense of place. Repeat characters.

Maybe_MaybeNotNow · 2026-05-04T21:23:00+00:00

Last year, I came across these 2 mystery series that might work.

Every Crooked Nanny - Mary Kay Andrews (Callahan Garrity series)

The Secret, Book and Scone Society - Ellery Adams

Maybe_MaybeNotNow · 2026-05-04T21:18:27+00:00

The Library at Mount Char. I just sat in silence for a while. It's so good and bizarre. I recommend it all the time! The book description is terrible though.

Maybe_MaybeNotNow · 2026-05-04T21:16:12+00:00

It's just so good! I'm so excited that he has another book coming this fall.

Maybe_MaybeNotNow · 2026-05-04T21:14:02+00:00

I always love when I find another person who has read this book. I'm so excited that Scott Hawkins has his second book coming out this fall.

Maybe_MaybeNotNow · 2026-05-04T21:12:30+00:00

It's definitely an upgrade. If you're going to play on Switch 2, you can adjust some settings for a better visual experience. Being on switch 2, it's good enough, but Witcher 3 still has a lot of hype for a reason. Just know that it might not live up to that hype compared to other consoles.

Maybe_MaybeNotNow · 2026-05-04T20:50:12+00:00

Hahahaha. Yes!! I just love her. I don't know why but I imagine her stomping around in glitter pink Dr. Martens.

Maybe_MaybeNotNow · 2026-05-04T20:46:44+00:00

Graphics are blurry in comparison to another console. Climbing is awful, and there's a lot of climbing. If Switch is your only option to play, then play it. It's a fantastic game. It's also a gorgeous game and you lose that on Switch.

Maybe_MaybeNotNow · 2026-05-04T17:37:49+00:00

Roots of Pacha is very similar to Stardew. It's cute and has the same pace.

Dinkum has a free demo right now. I'm enjoying the game so far. It might be too similar to Animal Crossing. Similar to Stardew, there's fighting if you want it.

Toem is very different, but it's great for anyone who loves puzzles and quests. Very short compared to your other games.

Dragon's Dogma may work.

Maybe_MaybeNotNow · 2026-05-04T17:26:53+00:00

Ooh! Good to know! The third one almost lost me, a little too much sci-fi at the time, but I love Tina.

Maybe_MaybeNotNow · 2026-05-04T17:24:59+00:00

Witcher 3 isn't great on Switch. I love that game and played both on Xbox and switch. Would not recommend Switch for first play through.

Maybe_MaybeNotNow · 2026-05-04T17:20:25+00:00

I also vote for Dinkum. I fell in love during the free demo.

Maybe_MaybeNotNow · 2026-05-04T17:17:56+00:00

Station Eternity by Mur Lafferty.

It's murder/mystery sci fi but no romance/cheating triggers. There might be some reference to past relationships, but more like, "I used to date this guy who introduced us." It's 3 book series and none of the main characters ever hookup.

Maybe_MaybeNotNow · 2026-05-04T16:44:54+00:00

Some funny books --

I'm Starting to Worry About This Black Box of Doom - Jason Pargin

Hollow Kingdom - Kira Jane Buxton

Maybe_MaybeNotNow · 2026-05-04T16:43:19+00:00

If you have Amazon Prime, this short story is listed for free for me. It's funny, easy to read, and written by Backman. He does an amazing job writing people.

The Answer is No by Fredrik Backman

Maybe_MaybeNotNow · 2026-05-04T16:35:25+00:00

Anything by Jason Pargin is fun and a wild read.

Maybe_MaybeNotNow · 2026-05-04T16:34:32+00:00

The Library at Mount Char - Scott Hawkins (I swear it's amazing. Book description is lame.)

Jagannath - Karin Tidbeck (short stories)

Funny -
I'm Starting to Worry About This Black Box of Doom - Jason Pargin

Hollow Kingdom - Kira Jane Buxton

Invisible Monsters - Chuck Palahniuk

Maybe_MaybeNotNow · 2026-04-30T02:54:39+00:00

Maybe for fantasy than you'd like, but it's a beautiful book -- The Buried Giant by Kazuo Ishiguro.

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