Book description
A soul-searching personal account of a young man's 1,700-kilometre kayak journey from Victoria, BC, to Gustavas, Alaska, illustrated with whimsical watercolour maps and illustrations of local flora, fauna, and landscapes. In 2014, twenty-four-year-old geography student David Norwell set off on a daunting kayak journey in search of purpose in his life. A jigsaw puzzle of jagged mainland and over 50,000 islands--stretching from southern Vancouver Island to Alaska--lay in front of him. A self-described ordinary kid from small-to-medium-town, British Columbia, David had paddled through the Gulf Islands and guided youth groups on a nine-day journey from Nanaimo to Victoria. But nothing could prepare him for this. For the next several months, David navigated the waters off the coastal British Columbia, recording his observations, musings, and daily activities in a notebook. The result is this one-of-a-kind travelogue, filled with more than 700 whimsical watercolour illustrations of coastlines, local plant and animal species, camping supplies, and portraits of people he met along the way. He wrote about the nature of solitude, the search for meaning and adventure, the wildlife he encountered, the survival skills he acquired, and the existence of his own privilege. A Complex Coast is an unforgettable coming-of-age story that will appeal to kayakers, naturalists, and anyone looking for adventure.
Ba1t
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Kimono Goddess
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Centurion Sherman
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Stacker of Wheat
ListenBook's drag-and-drop download feature simplifies the process of adding new audiobooks to my collection. Automatic extraction of artwork and metadata adds a professional touch to my library.
Acetic Princess
Seamless audiobook integration – this app's functionality is truly remarkable. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a wonderful way to spread the love of literature. It was fine. The narrator did an adequate job but nothing about the performance particularly stood out to me. Got me through my commute though.
Lightweight
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Flame OUT
Love the silky-smooth playback and easy-to-use interface. ListenBook is the best! ListenBook is the best audiobook player I’ve ever used. The app is reliable, fast, and packed with features like customizable themes and playback speed. The sleep timer is a lifesaver for bedtime listening. Great job, developers!
Scratch
This app's features, from bookmarking to customizable playback speed, are fantastic. This app is a must-have for anyone who loves audiobooks. The interface is intuitive, and the app supports all formats. I love the auto-bookmark feature—it saves my place automatically, so I never lose track. Highly recommend!
Jetta Talent
👀📚 Exploring stories even with my eyes off the page – this app is a bedtime dream! 😴🎧 With ListenBook Pro, I can enjoy super long audiobooks. It's fantastic!
Raggedy Ann
ListenBook has reignited my love for storytelling and learning, one audio file at a time. Looping playback has taken my language learning to new heights. Highly recommended!
Keystone
This app is my secret weapon for learning while I'm on the move. Effortlessly managing my audiobook collection – this app's functionality is a winner. Savoring audiobooks without fuss – this app's design is impressive. From novels to speeches, this app's versatility in playing different formats has turned my ordinary moments into extraordinary listening sessions. 📱🔊 Automated artwork and metadata extraction make my audiobook library look neat and professional.
Jelly Momentum
The smart recommendation feature keeps surprising me with books I never knew I'd love. I love that ListenBook supports a wide range of formats, making my library diverse.
Frenzy
ListenBook's customizable audio filters allow me to personalize my listening experience – a fantastic feature. Supports a wide range of formats flawlessly. Very happy with it.
2nd Hand Joe
💼 Making work hours enjoyable – audiobooks turn my tasks into learning opportunities and moments of joy. 💻📖 Easy access to chapters and silky-smooth playback. Love it!
WeldMaster
The ability to adjust the playback speed has made my commute even more efficient. Book Groups on ListenBook make it easy to categorize and access my audiobooks. Love how I can adjust playback speed and audio volume. ListenBook caters to all my needs. I love the ability to import books from my computer. It’s so easy.
The Happy Jock
🎉 The ease and functionality of this app make it my go-to choice for immersive audiobook experiences. 📱🎧 The app's interface is so sleek and modern. It's a joy to use. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books while exercising.
Pitfall
I love the ability to change the background color. It’s a nice touch. This was my first audiobook in this genre and I'm hooked! The performance brought the story to life in a way reading never could. Already downloaded another by the same narrator.
180
📱 An entire library at my fingertips – this app is a book lover's dream come true! 📚🌟 The statistics feature is a fantastic addition – knowing how much time I spend on audiobooks is eye-opening, and ListenBook makes tracking it a breeze. The app's versatility in audio downloading is impressive. It's a one-stop solution for all my content. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a blessing for clear and distraction-free listening. ListenBook has streamlined my audiobook experience. It's a must-have app for enthusiasts.
Hobo Samurai
ListenBook has revolutionized my audiobook experience. It's my go-to app for literary adventures. ListenBook’s playback is silky-smooth. The app never glitches.
Alley Fiend
Unparalleled support for CarPlay and Apple Watch means I can take my audiobooks anywhere, anytime. This app's versatility and convenience have transformed my screen time into a productive reading journey. 🔥 Simplifying my reading routine – the app's functionality ensures I'm always one click away from literary adventures. 📚🔗 A serviceable audiobook that met basic expectations. The narration was clear if somewhat unremarkable, and the production quality was standard without any noticeable technical issues. It kept me moderately engaged during workouts but didn't leave a lasting impression.
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