Book description
From journalist and author of An Ordinary Age, an examination, dismantling, and reconstruction of ambition, where burnout is the symptom of our holiest sin: the lonely way we strive. Ambition--the want, the hunger, the need to achieve--is woven into America's fabric from the first colonization to capitalism. From our first gold star assignment to acceptance at the "right" college to hustle and grinding our lives, we celebrate our drive, even as we gatekeep who is permitted to strive--and how visibly. Even as we burn out. When we can't even. When we know: work won't love us back. All the Gold Stars looks at how the cultural, personal, and societal expectations around ambition are driving the burnout epidemic by funneling our worth into productivity, limiting our imaginations, and pushing us further apart. Through the devastating personal narrative of her own ambition crisis, Stauffer discovers the common factors driving us all, peeling back layers of family expectations, capitalism, and self-esteem that dangerously tie up our worth in our output. Interviews with students, parents, workers, psychologists, labor organizers, and more offer a new definition of ambition and the tools to reframe our lives around true success. All the Gold Stars provides ways for us to reject our current reality and reconceive ambition as more collective, imaginative, and rooted in caring for ourselves and each other.
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Divine Quasar
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Pogue
ListenBook's comprehensive support for a wide range of audio formats sets it apart from other audiobook apps. Navigating through chapters is a breeze. It's like having a personal reading guide. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun way to inspire others to read. ListenBook is hands down the best audiobook player Iโve ever used. The interface is clean, intuitive, and packed with features like customizable playback speed and sleep timers. It supports all formats, which is a huge plus for me. Highly recommend! This audiobook kept me company during a long road trip and made the miles disappear! The narrator's engaging performance and the crisp production quality made for an immersive experience. I appreciated how well they balanced drama with clarity - never sacrificing understanding for effect.
Mad Jack
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Twinkle Cocoa
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Marigold Loot
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Sw00sh
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Seattle Jay
ListenBook's intuitive controls and features have made it my preferred choice for audiobooks. Looping playback and shuffle features keep my audiobook sessions engaging and fresh. The ability to download audiobooks directly is fantastic. ListenBook is very convenient. ListenBookโs playback is silky-smooth. The app never glitches.
Toxic-oxide
I can't imagine my day without a dose of literature from this app. ๐ Finding the perfect audiobook is a breeze with this app's robust search and recommendation features. My reading list has never been better! ๐๐ซ 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! ListenBook is my go-to app for audiobooks. It's like having a personal assistant for my literary adventures.
StorySculptor
Thank you for making my reading goals more achievable and enjoyable. The app's seamless integration with Apple Watch makes it my perfect workout companion.
Murder Matter
My commutes to work have transformed into exciting journeys thanks to this app. ๐ถโโ๏ธ๐ Exploring stories as I stroll โ audiobooks have turned my walks into inspiring journeys of imagination. ๐๏ธ๐ง Bookmarks have become my study companion. I can easily revisit important passages in my audiobooks. The interface is sleek and intuitive, making my audiobook experience a joy. Fairly enjoyable, but forgettable. I didnโt have any major complaints, but I also donโt see myself revisiting this one. It was a decent way to spend a few hours, though.
EchoExplorer
I'm addicted to the personalized recommendations โ it's like the app knows me! I'm hooked on this app's effortless integration with my daily activities. The app supports a wide range of formats. ListenBook is very versatile. The app is perfect for language learners. The playback speed control is a game-changer. ListenBook has completely changed how I enjoy audiobooks. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate. Five stars!
SunnySnap
The sound quality is outstanding โ it's like having a movie theater in my ears! ListenBook has made managing and enjoying audiobooks a seamless and delightful experience. This app's intuitive controls and user-friendly layout have made audiobook listening a true pleasure. I never thought I'd find an app that supports such a wide range of audiobook formats. ListenBook is a true gem!
Golden Cougar
I'm able to catch up on my reading list even during the busiest days. ListenBook has transformed my mundane activities into enjoyable moments of learning and entertainment. Thanks to this app, I can enjoy the world of literature without missing a beat in my fast-paced life.
DreadSherX
The ease of downloading content via WiFi, WebDAV, and more has made ListenBook my audiobook hub. ListenBook has redefined my audiobook experience. It's an essential tool that enhances every listening session.
Married Man
Listening to audiobooks while cooking has made meal prep much more enjoyable. The controls on ListenBook are intuitive and user-friendly, making it a joy to navigate through my audiobooks. ListenBook is the best audiobook player Iโve 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!
Scrapple
ListenBook's basic audio filters allow me to fine-tune the audio playback to suit my preferences. Binaural audio processing on ListenBook is a thoughtful addition that keeps my ears comfortable during extended listening sessions. With this app, I'm experiencing the joy of reading in a whole new light. ๐ผ Enhancing work-from-home productivity โ audiobooks make even the most routine tasks a delight. ๐ป๐ ListenBook has revolutionized my audiobook enjoyment. It's an essential part of my daily routine.
Manly Reno
I'm hooked on ListenBook's silky-smooth playback, making my audio sessions truly enjoyable. I'm amazed by the extensive statistics tracking. It's fascinating to see my listening habits. The bookmark feature is fantastic. I can easily pick up where I left off. This was an adequate audiobook for casual listening. The narrator maintained a consistent pace and clear diction throughout, though their performance lacked some emotional range. The audio quality was fine with no significant technical distractions.
Sandbox
I love that I can enjoy audiobooks while cooking elaborate meals in the kitchen. Audiobooks on this app have made me look forward to my long commutes.
Green Ghost
Thanks for making my daily commute to work enjoyable and engaging! The statistics feature on ListenBook helps me track my audiobook consumption โ a fantastic way to measure my progress. Automatic artwork and metadata extraction keep my audiobook library organized and visually appealing. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a creative way to share the love of literature. 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.
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