the Culture series by Iain Banks sucked me in completely! it starts with Consider Phlebas for anyone looking to jump in.

I loved revelation space! unfortunately, most of Alastair Reynolds audio books are narrated by by a voice actor who’s narration I personally find off-putting. I find him very affected and self absorbed, so much so that it distracts from the characters and story. it’s nice to actually stop and read though, just harder to find the time.

Micky 7 works on similar lines. a bit longer with a bit more to say, but basically a fun read

are there any phone apps you know of it might recommend?

I had one of these about 7 years ago. didn’t realize their history went so far back

yep, my bad. I misunderstood what the program does.

I dislike having to use Spotify b/c of the crap royalties the artists get from it. isn’t this worse for the artists?