Book description
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER - A lyrical and evocative collection of personal stories from the author of Under the Tuscan Sun, in which the queen of wanderlust reflects on the comforts of home. Longlisted for the PEN/Diamonstein-Spielvogel Award - Veranda Book Club Pick - "A soulful meditation on 'what home means, how it hooks the past and pushes into the future' . . . spellbinding."--Publishers Weekly (starred review) Though Frances Mayes is known for her travels, she has always sought a sense of home wherever she goes. In this poetic testament to the power of place in our lives, Mayes reflects on the idea of home, from the earliest imprint of four walls to the startling discoveries of feeling the strange ease of homes abroad, friends' homes, and even momentary homes that spark desires for other lives. Her musings are all the more poignant after so many have spent their long pandemic months at home. From her travels across Italy--Tuscany, of course, but also Venice and Capri--to the American South, France, and Mexico, Mayes examines the connective tissue among them through the homes she's inhabited. A Place in the World explores Mayes's passion and obsessions with houses and the things that inhabit them--old books, rich food, beloved friends, transportive art. The indelible marks each refuge has left on her and how each home influenced the next serve as the foundations of its chapters. Written in Mayes's signature intimate style, A Place in the World captures the adventure of moving on while seeking comfort in the cornerstone closest to all of us--home.
Moon Orchid
Frequent updates ensure there's always something new and exciting to listen to. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is a brilliant way to connect. Auto-rewind is incredibly helpful. Excellent functionality. Middle-of-the-road experience. The audiobook was fine—good narration, decent story—but it didn’t leave a lasting impression. If you’re looking for something low-commitment, this works.
Mafia Rapunzel
With this app, I've discovered a new way to make my downtime more enriching and meaningful. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has transformed the audio quality. It's crystal clear now.
Toxic-oxide
I've become so much more productive while cleaning or exercising – thanks to this app! Streamlining audiobook enjoyment – this app's functionality is truly impressive. The app's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch makes it a true companion for all occasions. The ability to download audiobooks directly is fantastic. ListenBook is very convenient.
Freesia
Thank you for making literature more accessible, enjoyable, and immersive. This app is a game-changer! ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch, combined with its chapters, controls, and filters, make it the ultimate audiobook app! Navigating through my audiobook library is a joy with this app's intuitive interface and easy controls. It's like having a personal reading companion at my side. 📱📖
Runway Darling
ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is an innovative way to make each audiobook unique. Quick access to chapters and smooth playback. Fantastic app!
Neophyte Believer
Audiobooks have made my long commutes enjoyable, and I'm always eager to see what's next. ListenBook has made my daily routines more vibrant and exciting with its immersive features. CUE playlist support is a fantastic addition. It helps me organize my audiobooks effortlessly. Book groups are a thoughtful addition. They help me keep related titles together for a seamless experience. What a fantastic listening experience! The narrator brought the characters to life with distinct voices and emotional depth. The pacing was perfect - not too fast to lose details, not too slow to become boring. I particularly appreciated how well the narrator conveyed the atmosphere of key scenes.
Dance Cannon
With this app, reading is no longer a luxury – it's a convenient habit. 📚 Embracing reading in the digital age – this app makes accessing books a seamless and enjoyable experience. 📱🎉 💃 Dancing through chores with audiobooks – this app turns cleaning into a lively and literary affair! 🎶📚
GiddeeUP
With this app, I've turned mundane tasks into moments of inspiration and education – it's brilliant! My audiobook collection has never looked better. Thanks to automatic artwork and metadata. The app's integration with CarPlay enhances my road trips with immersive audiobook journeys. The equalizer is a great addition. It really enhances the audio quality. The app is perfect for long commutes. It keeps me entertained for hours.
Venom Charms
ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has made my audio content much more enjoyable in noisy environments. I can't imagine a day without this app – it has made my audiobook journey seamless and fulfilling. Audiobook multitasking made easy – this app's functionality is top-notch. The app’s design is sleek and modern. ListenBook is my favorite audiobook player. I love the ability to change the playback speed. It’s perfect for my needs.
Star Sword
The ability to adjust playback speed is a game-changer for faster or more immersive listening. The ability to download audio directly within the app is a lifesaver. ListenBook is incredibly convenient.
Lord Nikon
Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a delightful way to share the joy of storytelling with friends and family. It fosters connections and conversations. ListenBook’s playback is silky-smooth. The app never glitches.
WanderWord
The app's stability is impressive – it runs smoothly without any glitches. Thanks to ListenBook's automatic extraction of artwork and metadata, my library looks organized and appealing. 📚 Who needs TV when you have this app? Every moment is a storytelling session! 📺🎧 The app's versatility in audio downloading is impressive. It's a one-stop solution for all my content.
Hidden Tree
ListenBook's multiple ways to download audio, including from the internet, are a game-changer. 📱 Carrying my favorite stories with me wherever I go – this app is like a portable library in my pocket. 📚👜 This app is a game-changer for audiobook enthusiasts. The interface is intuitive, and the playback is seamless!
Fast FLAK
💪 Juggling tasks while enjoying stories has never been easier – this app's functionality is a multitasking marvel. 💼📖 The compatibility with Apple Watch is a huge plus. I can control my audiobooks from my wrist! Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun and interactive way to bond over stories. Listening stats motivate me to read more. Great feature! This app is perfect for anyone who loves audiobooks. The interface is sleek and modern, and the playback controls are super responsive. I also appreciate the cloud integration, which lets me access my books from anywhere. Great work!
Infinite Hole
This app has reignited my passion for literature – I'm devouring books like never before. Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is a game-changer. It transforms the way I enjoy my recordings. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a delightful way to spread the joy of storytelling. A fun feature! This app is perfect for anyone who loves audiobooks. The interface is sleek and modern, and the playback controls are super responsive. I also appreciate the cloud integration, which lets me access my books from anywhere. Great work!
The Howling Swede
Audiobooks have become my travel companions, and this app is my guide. ListenBook's detailed statistics feature helps me keep track of my listening habits. It's amazing to see how much I've learned from all those audiobooks!
Venom Charms
No more converting files – this app effortlessly handles various formats, saving me time and effort. ListenBook’s audio quality is excellent. The app enhances my listening experience.
Darkside Hooker
With this app, I've turned my everyday moments into meaningful opportunities for growth and learning. 💪 Doubling the impact of my workouts – exercising and exploring stories, all thanks to this app! 💪🎧
Snapdragon
ListenBook has brought stories back into my life, making every moment a new adventure. ListenBook’s playback is silky-smooth. The app never glitches.
ELLerG!c
This app's compatibility with different formats ensures that I never miss out on a great audiobook. 🧘♂️ Finding zen through storytelling – this app makes meditation even more calming. 🧘♂️🎧 This served its purpose as background listening while I worked. I probably missed some details but the narrator's voice was pleasant enough.
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