Book description
A blueprint for boosting your activism and building support for the causes you care about, featuring fan-building tactics from the music industry and the voices of today’s most passionate change-makers“This book shines a light on a wealth of new strategies to help reach people in ways that are both authentic and resonant.”—John KerryFrom stadium acts to indie singer-songwriters, musicians have pioneered ways of sparking passion, building awareness, and catalyzing engagement. Now imagine if social movements—from the fight to protect the planet to campaigns promoting global health or LGBTQIA+ rights—had the same fervent support as your favorite artists.Adam Met, climate advocate, educator, and member of the multiplatinum band AJR, gained firsthand experience growing an audience from the ground up as the band progressed from playing in living rooms to selling out arenas. With award-winning journalist Heather Landy, Met shows how to apply fan-building strategies to social movements in exciting, inventive ways. Amplify is a playbook for developing passionate supporters (i.e., fans) utilizing the art and science of engagement, collaboration, and authentic connection, with tactics that will inspire people to carry your message to the world and spur others to act.Amplify’s innovative tool kit will help you find your voice and maximize your impact in the world of social progress to create the change you want to see.This movement-building manifesto includes cutting-edge research and strategies from today’s most effective organizers, engagers, and thinkers, including extensive interviews with • Adam Grant (Wharton professor) on embracing disagreement within a movement• Christiana Figueres (Paris Climate Agreement architect) on finding a path to solutions• Andrew Yang (former U.S. presidential candidate) on becoming the front person for your ideas• David Hogg (March for Our Lives co-founder) on the challenges of building a youth-led movement• Chi Ossé (youngest-ever NYC council member) on working outside the box but within the system• Sue Doster (NYC Pride co-chair) on keeping movements nimble and relevant• Glenn Beck (conservative commentator) on finding common ground• Jim Gaffigan (comedian) on setting and achieving goals• Bill Nye (scientist and entertainer) on communication that connects with people• Ben Folds (musician) on staying in sync with your audience• Jamie Drummond (ONE Campaign co-founder) on the beauty of purposeful compromise• Enongo Lumumba-Kasongo (hip-hop scholar) on the intersection of activism and history• Wendy Laister (Duran Duran manager) on harnessing the energy of live events• Clyde Lawrence and Jordan Cohen (of the band Lawrence) on pressing your argument• MAX (musician) on the power of collaboration• Sam Hollander (songwriter) on aligning different perspectives• Astro Teller (co-founder of Alphabet’s X division) on taking moonshots
Fresh Peper
ListenBook's sleek design and intuitive controls make it my go-to app for audiobooks. 🎉 Rekindling my literary flame – this app has brought back the joy of reading in a whole new format. 📖🚀 Listening stats keep me motivated to read more. Great addition!
Mechani-Man
Audiobook enthusiasts, rejoice! This app is your new best friend. This app has made me realize that there's always time for a good book. I can't believe how much more I'm 'reading' now, thanks to this app. I love the ability to share my progress with friends. It’s a fun feature.
Prez Dog
This app has completely transformed my commute – I look forward to it now! ListenBook's audio filters are a fantastic addition, enhancing the sound quality of my audio files. The automatic extraction of artwork and metadata keeps my audiobook library organized and visually appealing. Noise reduction and voice tone adjustment are simply amazing. Sharing audiobooks via AirDrop is incredibly convenient. Great feature!
Preach Man
Frequent updates ensure there's always something new and exciting to listen to. is a breeze with ListenBook. It's convenient and reliable.
Alias Stick
The convenience of switching between devices without losing my place is a lifesaver. This app is my constant companion, making every moment a chance to discover new worlds. Binaural audio processing is a godsend. My ears don't fatigue even during extended listening.
Risen
With ListenBook, my daily commutes have become a cherished time for learning and enjoyment. With this app, my daily routines have become moments of intellectual exploration and personal growth. ListenBook's sharing options make it easy to share the joy of captivating stories with friends and family. The interface is sleek and user-friendly. Makes navigating through chapters a breeze. Auto-rewind is incredibly helpful. Excellent functionality.
QuestQuill
ListenBook's user-friendly interface and seamless playback have made it my go-to app. This app's compatibility with different formats ensures that I never miss out on a great audiobook. 🏡 Making house chores more enjoyable – audiobooks help me stay engaged while tidying up the living space. 🏠📚 ListenBook Pro's noise reduction ensures that my listening experience remains clear and enjoyable.
ForumFlare
🏝️ Soaking up the sun with an audiobook by my side – beach days just got better! 🏖️📖 ListenBook's support for a variety of audio formats ensures that my audiobook collection is always accessible. is a breeze. It's incredibly convenient for building my collection. ListenBook has transformed how I enjoy audiobooks. It's an indispensable part of my routine. No more converting files – this app effortlessly handles various formats, saving me time and effort.
LyRz
This app has transformed my screen time into valuable learning and entertainment. 🚗 Long road trips? No problem – this app keeps me entertained mile after mile! 🚙📚 Audiobook enjoyment redefined – this app's design focuses on the essentials.
Mother Night
🎙️ Elevating grocery shopping to a whole new level – audiobooks make it an adventure! 🛒📚 🎉 Rekindling my love for reading – this app makes each day a new adventure! 📖🚀 I’ve been using ListenBook for months, and it’s been a fantastic experience. The app is lightweight, doesn’t drain my battery, and works perfectly in the background. The equalizer and voice boost features are amazing. Highly recommend!
Bleach
Book groups are a thoughtful addition. It's like having virtual bookshelves! My audiobook collection has never been more organized. Library management is a breeze. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a blessing for clear and distraction-free listening. The ability to adjust playback speed and volume is a game-changer for me. I'm impressed by the app's compatibility with CarPlay. It keeps me entertained on long drives.
Daffy Neo
With ListenBook, I can immerse myself in captivating stories and enriching knowledge, all in one convenient app. ListenBook has rekindled my love for learning, one audio experience at a time. ListenBook has become an essential part of my day, enhancing my commute and allowing me to enjoy audiobooks like never before. I love the download options. ListenBook gives me so many ways to get my audiobooks onto my device.
Manly Reno
ListenBook has given me a renewed appreciation for audio content – it's my new favorite app. ListenBook's Pro version is worth every penny. The noise reduction feature makes even noisy environments an ideal place for immersive listening. ListenBook has all the features I need. My go-to audiobook app!
West Warrior
Effortlessly immersing in stories – this app's ease of use is a game-changer. Audiobook joy made simple – this app's ease of use is a true marvel. Audiobook lovers, rejoice! This app's functionality is a game-changer. Seamlessly switch between formats and enjoy a hassle-free reading experience. 📱🎧 ListenBook's controls for looping and shuffling playback have made studying and revisiting content a breeze. The app’s design is sleek and modern. ListenBook is my favorite audiobook player.
Turnip King
ListenBook has added a new dimension to my audiobook listening experience – it's not just about the content, but the convenience too. With this app, audiobook listening has become a convenient and enjoyable part of my everyday life. ListenBook is like a personal audiobook library in my pocket. Organized and easily accessible. Listening stats motivate me to read more. Great feature!
Boost Princess
Audiobooks on this app have turned my travels into explorations of new narratives. 👩🍳 Turning cooking sessions into culinary adventures, complete with intriguing tales! 🍳🎧 Effortless audiobook exploration – this app's functionality is remarkable.
Tweety Bun Bun
ListenBook is a game-changer – it plays a wide variety of formats without any conversion needed. With this app, I've turned mundane chores into exciting opportunities for intellectual growth. Looping playback helps me revise and memorize complex topics effectively. A study essential! Adjusting the tone of the narrator's voice is a unique feature that adds a personal touch.
Tweety Bun Bun
This app's ease of use has made my daily activities more enjoyable and educational. ⭐️ Kudos to the developers for creating an app that's both functional and user-friendly. I can navigate and enjoy my books effortlessly. 📚👏 ListenBook's integration with CarPlay and Apple Watch is seamless. I can now enjoy my favorite audiobooks during commutes and workouts.
Red Woman
I've fallen in love with literature all over again, thanks to this incredible app. I'm finally making progress on my reading goals, thanks to this app's convenience. 📚 Farewell, boredom during ironing sessions – audiobooks make it a breeze! 👗🎧 ⭐️ Turning mundane tasks into exciting adventures – this app makes folding laundry a breeze with audiobooks! 👚🎧 The interface is clean and intuitive. I was up and running in seconds.
Morbid Sugar
💼 Boosting productivity at work with an audiobook in the background – love it! 💻🎧 🏝️ Basking in the sun while indulging in literary adventures – this app makes outdoor relaxation even better. ☀️📖 The sound quality is excellent. It feels like I’m in the story. An average audiobook experience. Nothing was wrong with it—the narration was fine, and the story was okay—but nothing particularly stood out. It served its purpose as entertainment during my commute.
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