Book description
A podcast producer agrees to host a new series about modern dating—but will the show jeopardize her chance at finding real love? From the New York Times bestselling author of Evvie Drake Starts Over and Flying Solo. Cecily Foster loves to make podcasts. She fiercely protects her colleagues, dearly adores her friends, and never misses dinner with her sister. But after a disastrous relationship with a colleague who stole her heart and her ideas, she's put romantic love on hold. When the boss who's disappointed her again and again finally offers her a chance to host her own show, she wants to be thrilled. But there's a catch—actually, two catches. First, the show will be about Cecily's dating life. And second, she has to follow the guidance of influencer and newly minted relationship coach Eliza Cassidy, whose relentlessly upbeat attitude seems ready-made for social media, not real life. Cecily would rather do anything other than put her singledom on display (ugh) or take advice from the internet (UGH). But when her boss hints that doing the show is the only way to protect a friend's job, she realizes she has no choice. To make matters more complicated, once she's committed to go on twenty blind dates of Eliza's choosing, Cecily finds herself unable to stop thinking about Will, a photographer she helped to rescue a very big and very lovable lost dog. Even though there are sparks between the two, Will's own path is uncertain, and Eliza's skeptical comments about Cecily's decision-making aren't helping. On the one hand, Will seems great. But on the other hand . . . don't they all? As Cecily struggles to balance the life she truly desires and the one Eliza wants to create for her, she finds herself at a crossroads. Can Cecily sort through all the advice and find a way to do what she loves without losing herself in the process?Review“I can’t imagine a more delightful meditation on the value of listening to your own voice in a loud, loud world. Back After This is romantic, smart, and exactly the book we all need right now. I adored this.”—Annabel Monaghan, bestselling author of Nora Goes Off Script “Back After This is a sweetheart of a novel—fun and warm, full of Linda Holmes’s signature charm. You’ll sink into this story and never want it to end. The dialogue is sweet and snappy, and the characters so real you could touch them. There’s so much to love in this book: dreamy men who do backflips, found family, the perfect revenge, and an adorable dog. What more could a reader want?”—Elissa Sussman, bestselling author of Funny You Should Ask “To know Linda Holmes—whether through her work at NPR as a correspondent and host of the Pop Culture Happy Hour podcast or as the author of warm-hearted, chatty novels Evvie Drake Starts Over and Flying Solo—is to love Linda Holmes. Her third novel, Back After This, is a delightful combination of her two fields.”—BookPageAbout the AuthorLinda Holmes is the New York Times bestselling author of Evvie Drake Starts Over and Flying Solo, a pop culture correspondent for NPR, and one of the hosts of the popular podcast Pop Culture Happy Hour, which has held sold-out live shows in New York, Los Angeles, Washington D.C., and elsewhere. She appears regularly on NPR's radio shows including Morning Edition, All Things Considered, and Weekend Edition. Before NPR, she wrote for New York magazine online and for TV Guide, as well as for the groundbreaking website Television Without Pity. In her free time, she watches far too many romantic comedies, bakes bread, plays with her wonderful dog, and tries to keep various plants thriving.
Corny
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Chapstick
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Metal Aphrodite
Shuffle playback is a fun feature. It keeps me engaged with my audiobooks. I'm impressed with the wide range of supported formats. Finally, an app that plays all my audiobooks flawlessly. ListenBook has seamlessly integrated into my daily life, enhancing my workouts, commutes, and relaxation periods. It's an indispensable part of my routine.
MindfulMingle
ListenBook has turned my ordinary moments into extraordinary journeys of the mind. With this app, audiobook listening has become an integral part of my daily routines – it's pure bliss. 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.
Cujo
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Mosquit-No
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Manly
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Fuzzy Logic Hottie
Kudos to the creators for making literature so accessible and enjoyable. Listening to audiobooks has never been this convenient and enjoyable! I'm in awe of how this app has brought new dimensions to my reading experience. 🚗 Transforming long drives into memorable journeys through the magic of audiobooks! 🚗📚 ⭐️ Turning mundane tasks into exciting adventures – this app makes folding laundry a breeze with audiobooks! 👚🎧
ThoughtTracer
Effortless audiobook management – this app's usability is impressive. ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a fascinating way to add a personal touch to my audiobook journey.
Duke Electro
ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch integration has elevated my listening experience. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a delightful way to connect with fellow book lovers. 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.
Flyswat Briggs
I'm amazed by how this app effortlessly turns my daily routines into enjoyable learning sessions. I've never experienced such a smooth audiobook player. The playback is seamless.
Night Magnet
ListenBook's features are a bookworm's dream come true – from chapters to bookmarks, it's got everything. ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch integration has made multitasking with audio content a breeze. This app has turned my household chores into moments of intellectual growth. The app's performance is remarkable – it's fast, stable, and designed to cater to audiobook enthusiasts. It's a pleasure to use. Noise reduction and voice tone adjustment are simply amazing.
Iron Butterfly
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Steel Ginger
Audiobooks have become my preferred way to unwind – and this app is my partner in crime. ListenBook has turned my ordinary moments into extraordinary journeys of the mind.
Prof. Smirk
Seamless integration with all my devices and flawless synchronization – top-notch. Shuffle playback is a fun feature. It keeps me engaged with my audiobooks. Tone adjustment adds a new layer of personalization to my audiobook experience. It's like having the narrator tailor the voice to my preferences. I love the chapter navigation feature. ListenBook makes it easy to jump between sections.
Marine Dre
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All Natural
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Slug-em-dog
I've started reading more books than ever before, all thanks to this app. Effortless audiobook management – this app's usability is impressive.
Wings
I've become the storyteller of my family, sharing the amazing audiobooks I've discovered. With this app, every moment is an opportunity to dive into a new story. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature turns any environment into a cozy listening haven. With features like auto-rewind, I never lose my place when I pause listening. 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.
Mad Rascal
I've found solace in listening to audiobooks before bed – it's my form of meditation. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a thoughtful and enjoyable way to share my favorite stories with friends and introduce them to new worlds of literature. I love how ListenBook makes it easy to organize my audiobook library. The app supports all formats, and the import process is a breeze. The playback controls are responsive, and the sound quality is excellent. Highly recommend!
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