# Riveted in the Word — multimedia electronic book

> Multimedia ebook about stroke recovery and regaining language through kinetic typography. (iPhone/iPad app by AltSalt Media, LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/riveted-in-the-word/id1588132518 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [AltSalt Media, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1191368576)
- Category: Books, Games, Word
- Price: $4.99
- Rating: 4.75/5 from 8 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 184 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2024-05-31
- Data updated: 2026-06-05
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/riveted-in-the-word/id1588132518/reviews.md

## What is Riveted in the Word?

RIVETED IN THE WORD is an electronic book inspired by the true story of a writer’s hard-fought battle to regain language after a devastating stroke. Written and designed by author/designer/visual literature pioneer Warren Lehrer, this multimedia book app places the reader inside the mind of a retired history professor as she recalls her journey with Broca Aphasia. The custom interface toggles between columns of text that readers navigate at their own pace, and animated sections that evoke gaps between perceptions (thoughts, memories, desires) and the words needed to communicate. This deeply moving story about overcoming seemingly insurmountable obstacles is told in a dynamic new way, with kinetic typography choreographed by Lehrer, and an original soundtrack by composer/multi-instrumentalist Andrew Griffin. Programmed by electronic literature developer Artemio Morales at AltSalt, this e-edition of RIVETED IN THE WORD is made for iPad, iPhone, and Mac computers (system 12 and above).

“Warren Lehrer’s breakthrough electronic book plunges us in the cinematic and poetic drama of the nightmarish loss of the ability to process words to the outside world. Why has this happened? Because a small blood clot got stuck in the brain at a crucial place. In Riveted in the Word, words become operatic characters: they pop out of shadows, revolve inside; the smallest needs of daily life turn into a dream, a struggle to communicate. But the author/designer, who immersed himself in the knowledge of stroke, Broca Aphasia, and rehabilitation, turns this dreadful event into an inspiring message of hope. Experience Riveted in a quiet place so you can savor the form and the content of this innovative, ‘hyper-graphic’ work at your own pace.”
Jean Paul Curtay, MD, member of the New York Academy of Sciences

“An accomplished work of sincere mediated fiction that offers the reader a journey inside the mind of a person rehabilitating from a stroke... The text animations, which explore a wide array of kinetic text and concrete poetry, effectively emulate psychological conditions/dilemmas in the healing process. Congratulations Warren Lehrer and collaborators Artemio Morales and Andrew Griffin on having produced a work that is poignant and very readable. Riveted in the Word is an insightful, audacious exploration—I hope it receives the wide readership it deserves.”
David Jhave Johnson, digital poet, media artist, theorist & critic, author Aesthetic Animism

“Warren Lehrer’s new creation, Riveted in the Word, goes beyond the conventional limits of the e-book to plunge us into a veritable typographic cinema. The text—an interior narrative of a writer regaining language after a massive stroke—comes to life to the rhythm of a spellbinding soundtrack, creating a delicate choreography in a minimalist, vaporous space. An unforgettable, original, rare, and emotionally-charged reading experience.”
Frédéric Chauvreau, Editorial Director Revue Poésies Plastiques

## Key features

- Multimedia electronic book
- Kinetic typography
- Original soundtrack
- Customizable text navigation
- Evocative animated sections
- Story of stroke recovery


## Frequently asked questions about Riveted in the Word

### What is Riveted in the Word about?

Riveted in the Word is a multimedia ebook inspired by a writer's journey to regain language after a stroke. It uses animated text and a soundtrack to convey the experience of Broca Aphasia.

### What makes Riveted in the Word unique?

Its uniqueness lies in its multimedia approach, featuring kinetic typography choreographed by Warren Lehrer and an original soundtrack by Andrew Griffin. The custom interface allows readers to navigate text and animated sections at their own pace.

### What devices is Riveted in the Word available on?

Riveted in the Word is available for iPad, iPhone, Mac computers, and iPods, requiring system 12 and above.

### How much does Riveted in the Word cost?

Riveted in the Word is a paid application, priced at $4.99.

### What is the age rating for Riveted in the Word?

The app has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide audience.

### How often is Riveted in the Word updated?

The latest version, 1.0.4, was released on July 11, 2024, indicating active development and updates.

### Does Riveted in the Word have ads?

No, Riveted in the Word does not contain advertisements. As a paid application, it offers an uninterrupted reading experience.

### What do users like about Riveted in the Word?

Users appreciate its innovative format, emotional depth, and the unique way it explores the challenges of stroke recovery. The kinetic typography and soundtrack are frequently highlighted as engaging elements.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.0.4 — 2024-07-11

We're happy to announce we'll be presenting Riveted in the Word at the Electronic Literature Conference on July 19th! This new version updates the app subtitle to "multimedia electronic book" rather than "typographic electronic book."

### 1.0.3 — 2024-06-08

Thanks you for making Riveted in the Word one of the top 10 book apps, and thanks to everyone who came to our launch events in New York City! In this latest version, we've added a popup in the credits to make reviewing the app easier.

### 1.0.2 — 2024-05-31

A few users reported having problems with the audio; however, in all cases, it turned out that their audio was just turned off. So we've updated the audio splash screen with more explicit instructions on how users can enable audio to hear the soundtrack.

### 1.0.1 — 2024-05-14

Updated preview screenshots.

### 1.0 — 2024-05-09

No release notes.

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