Book description
Named a Best Cookbook of the Year/Best Cookbook to Gift by Saveur, Los Angeles Times, San Francisco Chronicle, Dallas Morning News, Charleston Post & Courier, Thrillist, and more Long-Listed for The Art of Eating Prize for Best Food Book of 2021 "Dazzling. . . . [Polzine] brings a fresh approach and singular panache. . . . Her clear voice and precise, idiosyncratic instructions will allow home bakers to make exquisite fruit tarts with strawberries and plums, elegant cookies and layer cakes." --Emily Weinstein, New York Times, The 14 Best Cookbooks of Fall 2020 "This book . . . just keeps on giving. An absolute joy for bakers." --Diana Henry, The Telegraph (U.K.), The 20 Best Cookbooks to Buy This Autumn Admit it. You're here for the famous honey cake. A glorious confection of ten airy layers, flavored with burnt honey and topped with a light dulce de leche cream frosting. It's an impressive cake, but there's so much more. Wait until you try the Dobos Torta or Plum Kuchen or Vanilla Cheesecake. Throughout her baking career, Michelle Polzine of San Francisco's celebrated 20th Century Cafe has been obsessed with the tortes, strudels, Kipferl, rugelach, pierogi, blini, and other famous delicacies you might find in a grand cafe of Vienna or Prague. Now she shares her passion in a book that doubles as a master class, with over 75 no-fail recipes, dozens of innovative techniques that bakers of every skill level will find indispensable (no more cold butter for a perfect tart shell), and a revelation of ingredients, from lemon verbena to peach leaves. Many recipes are lightened for contemporary tastes, and are presented through a California lens--think Nectarine Strudel or Date-Pistachio Torte. A surprising number are gluten-free. And all are written with the author's enthusiastic and singular voice, describing a cake as so good it "will knock your socks off, and wash and fold them too." Who wouldn't want a slice of that? With Schlag, of course.
Soda Delirium
This app has made me realize that there's always time for a good book. The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening time.
Coma Stalk
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Mad Irishman
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Impulse
ListenBook has become my workout buddy. It's seamlessly integrated with Apple Watch. This app is a game-changer for audiobook enthusiasts. The interface is intuitive, and the playback is seamless! The user-friendly interface and precise controls make listening to audiobooks an absolute delight. This audiobook exceeded all my expectations! The narrator's ability to convey emotion through voice alone was remarkable. I laughed, I gasped, I might have even teared up at points - all because of the incredible vocal performance. The story came alive in a way reading alone couldn't achieve.
Woo Woo
Download options are versatile, making it easy to get audiobooks from various sources. I love the ability to import books from my computer. It’s so easy. The app is so well-designed. It’s clear the developers put a lot of thought into it.
Liquid Science
Precise controls on ListenBook give me complete command over my audio playback. Adjusting the tone of the narrator's voice adds a layer of personalization that I never knew I needed. High-quality playback even with complex formats like FLAC. Impressive! Downloading over WiFi is super efficient. Saves a lot of time.
Snout Pixie
The interface is clean and intuitive. I was up and running in seconds. Good but not great. The narration was competent but lacked the extra spark that makes some audiobooks truly special. Still worth a listen though.
Whipsaw
I can't get enough of the celebrity narrators – they add a unique charm to each book. Thank you for making my reading goals more achievable and enjoyable. ListenBook's library organization and book groups have made managing my audiobooks a breeze. 🎉 This app has ignited my passion for reading – I can't get enough of its convenience! 📚🔥 Audiobook magic at my fingertips! This app's thoughtful features, such as statistics tracking and audio filters, have added a new layer of excitement to my reading journey. 📚✨
Divine Quasar
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StorySculptor
This app is a blessing for those with busy schedules – it's like time travel through stories. 🎉 Unveiling the joy of reading once again – this app is my gateway to literary wonders! 📚🔓 🚗 Turning road trips into unforgettable adventures – audiobooks keep me entertained on the journey! 🚗📖 Audiobooks on demand – this app's functionality is a true technological gem. The app is constantly updated with new features. The developers really care.
Knight Light
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Bruh
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Romance Guppy
Finally, an app that turns my daily commute into an adventure through literature. Chapters make navigation a breeze. I can easily pick up where I left off. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun way to introduce them to captivating stories. I love the ability to change the playback pitch. It’s a unique feature.
Mother Night
Looping playback is my secret weapon for language learning. It's revolutionized my approach. ListenBook is the best audiobook player I’ve ever used. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate, making it a joy to use. Five stars!
Steel
I can't stop raving about this app – it's like having a personal library in my pocket. ListenBook's audio filters are a valuable tool for customizing my audiobook playback to perfection. Finally, an app that supports all audiobook formats! Flawless playback.
Freeway
With ListenBook, my daily commutes have become a cherished time for learning and enjoyment. 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!
Mum Mary
This app has turned long waits into exciting opportunities to dive into a new story. ListenBook's integration with CarPlay and Apple Watch is seamless. I can now enjoy my favorite audiobooks during commutes and workouts.
Impulsive Flower
I can't get over how smooth the playback is. Even high-quality files play flawlessly. ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay is a major convenience during road trips.
Street Squirrel
The ability to adjust playback speed is a game-changer for faster or more immersive listening. The ability to highlight passages and take notes while listening is a fantastic feature. I'm hooked on this app's seamless performance – it's like having a personal audiobook curator. The app's ability to extract artwork and metadata automatically is a huge time-saver. ListenBook’s bookmarking feature is incredibly useful. I never lose my place in a book.
Rando Tank
ListenBook's features make it the ultimate audio companion for any audiobook enthusiast. ListenBook has redefined my audiobook experience. It's an essential tool that enhances every listening session. ListenBook has united my love for audiobooks with my passion for learning. What a brilliant app! Tone adjustment adds a new layer of personalization to my audiobook experience. It's like having the narrator tailor the voice to my preferences.
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