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
Helmet Destroyer
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Automatic Slicer
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Spunky Comet
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Impulsive Flower
is a time-saver. It's convenient for accessing my content. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a delightful way to share the joy of storytelling.
Drop Stone
I've found hidden gems in genres I never thought I'd be interested in. This app's compatibility with different formats has made my audiobook collection diverse and enjoyable. 🎉 This app is a testament to thoughtful design – its functionality seamlessly blends with my lifestyle, making reading effortless. 📚✨ Audiobooks on the go – this app's design prioritizes convenience. ListenBook's audio filters allow me to customize the audio playback to suit my preferences perfectly.
Grotas
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Bugger
Hands down, the best audiobook collection I've ever come across. It has everything I want to listen to. Listening to books in their original language has improved my foreign language skills. ListenBook's sleek layout and quick chapter access have made my audiobook journey incredibly enjoyable. Binaural audio processing is amazing. Reduced my listening fatigue significantly.
Highway
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Delirious Supernova
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Parallax Sugar
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Tin Mutt
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Blue Despair
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Stud Buster
ListenBook has elevated my audiobook enjoyment to a whole new level – it's a must-have for any audio enthusiast. This app has transformed my daily walks into insightful journeys of knowledge – talk about efficiency! An absolutely stellar production from start to finish! The narrator's command of pacing and tone was masterful, knowing exactly when to speed up for excitement or slow down for dramatic effect. The audio quality was pristine with no distracting mouth sounds or uneven volume. I've found my new favorite narrator! Their voice was perfectly suited to this material, with just the right blend of authority and approachability. The production quality was broadcast-level - no distracting breaths, clicks, or inconsistent volume. Already looking for more of their work.
Mafia Princess
ListenBook's dedication to providing a smooth and enjoyable listening experience is evident in every aspect of the app. The convenience of having a library at my fingertips is unparalleled. ListenBook has turned my everyday moments into extraordinary journeys of imagination. Effortless audiobook exploration – this app's design is a reader's dream. Audiobook lovers, meet your new best friend! This app's smooth playback and easy organization have transformed my reading experience. 🎉🎧
New Magoo
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VisionVortex
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ThreadTraveler
ListenBook's unlimited length of audiobooks with the Pro version is a fantastic value for avid listeners. 📱 A world of books at my fingertips – this app's user-friendly design makes it a true reading companion. 📚📱 CUE playlist support is a brilliant feature that allows me to create customized listening experiences for different moods, activities, and moments of the day. Elegant design and easy-to-navigate interface. Very pleased with ListenBook.
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ListenBook's dedication to delivering a top-notch experience is evident in every detail. With this app, audiobook listening has become an integral part of my daily routines – it's a game-changer. 🎉 Adding a touch of magic to mundane tasks – this app turns errands into epic quests! 🛒📖
Midas
This app has rekindled my love for literature, and I'm spreading the word to everyone I know. 🏃♂️📚 Running through chapters, literally! This app keeps me motivated on the track. 🏃♂️📖 🌟 Adding excitement to each day – this app ensures that every moment is an opportunity to explore new stories. 📚🚀
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