Book description
"Each new day is a singular moment, a singular opportunity. No day is like the last and no day is like what's to come. We have arrived, and we are simultaneously arriving." In this expansive debut, A Recipe for More: Choosing a Life of Pleasure and Abundance, creative, host, and "pleasure doula" Sara Elise offers a profound and challenging inquiry into the forces that keep us in a state of survival and limitation and asks us to consider a new way to live. Sara Elise leaves us with what it means to be present to what's unfolding around us and open to the change that is possible in that empty space.A Recipe for More is a quest to examine the ingredients of our lives, those essential components that make up our days. Have we chosen rest, breath, movement, agency, visibility, play, and pleasure? Or are we trapped in the numbing and violent pattern of self-inflicted suffering? Do we celebrate the unique and precious wiring of our brains? Are our relationships a garden of ever-growing and evolving roots? Do we nourish our bodies with what it requires to sense and receive? Are we liberated, awakened, and alive? In the tradition of Adrienne Maree Brown and Sonya Renee Taylor, A Recipe for More is a radical argument for dismantling the systems that oppress us. But it begins with the individual, and the simple recipe of our every day. Groundbreaking, persuasive, inclusive, and warm, A Recipe for More brings the ingredients of an abundant life to all readers so that we might honor ourselves, deepen our communities, and finally be present in each miraculous and life-giving singular moment.With contributions by Fariha Róisín, Tourmaline, Tatyana Fazlalizadeh, Ryann Holmes (bklyn boihood), Naima Green, J Wortham, and more.
Sass Burst
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Stud
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High Heel Goddess
Audiobooks on this app have made my workouts more enjoyable and productive. 🚶♀️📖 Discovering new worlds on my daily walks – this app is my travel companion! 🌍🎧 The playback history is a great feature. I can easily revisit my favorite parts.
Vortex
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LocKz
As an audiobook aficionado, this app is a dream come true. Its support for various formats and effortless navigation make it my perfect reading companion. 🌟🎧 This audiobook was neither good nor bad - simply average. The narrator's delivery was professional but uninspired, and the recording quality was clean though not exceptional. It provided satisfactory entertainment without standing out from similar titles.
Cosmo
Automatic extraction of artwork and metadata adds a touch of elegance to my audiobook collection. 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!
Mafia Princess
I'm in awe of how this app has made reading a part of my busy life. 🎶📚 Enriching my environment with the power of storytelling – audiobooks infuse my home with literary magic. 🎧🏠 Navigating through chapters is a breeze. It's like the app knows what I need.
Twinkle Cocoa
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Grinch Cheese
Finally, an audiobook player that supports all formats! No more converting files. This audiobook spoiled me for others! The narrator's professional delivery set a high bar - perfect diction, ideal pacing, and emotional authenticity. The recording quality was equally impressive with no distracting artifacts. I finished it far too quickly because I couldn't stop listening. I've listened to hundreds of audiobooks and this narrator is now in my top 5. Their timing and inflection were masterful. Never a dull moment in the entire performance.
Little Drunk Girl
The ability to switch between devices seamlessly is a game-changer for busy readers. This app's sleek design and effortless navigation have made my audiobook journey a true delight. I'm grateful for this app – it's made reading a part of my everyday life. ListenBook's drag-and-drop download feature simplifies the process of adding new audiobooks to my collection. Auto-rewind feature is very useful. Excellent app!
Bad Beret
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Red Delicious
This app's support for various formats ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks without any limitations. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a delightful way to share the joy of storytelling with friends and family. It fosters connections and conversations. This was a competent audiobook production with no major flaws. The narrator's voice was pleasant enough and the audio quality was acceptable, though not exceptional. While the performance didn't particularly stand out, it served its purpose adequately for my daily commute.
Mindless Bobcat
ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature enhances my immersion in every audiobook, regardless of surroundings. The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening time.
Chlorine
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Tin Fox
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Pogue
This app has broadened my literary horizons, introducing me to new authors. This app has made my downtime so much more productive and enjoyable. Audiobook multitasking made simple – this app's functionality is a true delight.
Blizzard Vixen
This app is a blessing for those with busy schedules – it's like time travel through stories. Audiobooks on this app have turned my travels into explorations of new narratives. This app has made 'reading' more versatile and enjoyable than ever. The statistics feature in ListenBook is a valuable tool for monitoring and optimizing my audiobook consumption. The ability to adjust playback speed and volume is a game-changer for me.
Snapple Whistler
The quality of the audio is top-notch, making the experience truly immersive. ListenBook's smooth playback and easy navigation ensure that my audiobook experience is always top-notch. With this app, I've discovered a whole new way to enjoy literature. ListenBook's audio filters allow me to customize the audio playback to suit my preferences perfectly.
Starshine
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MythMaker
The narrators have a way of bringing characters to life – it's a unique experience. 🎧 An audiobook treasure trove in the palm of my hand – this app is pure convenience! 📚🌟
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