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.
Star Scratch
ListenBook has completely changed my audiobook experience – it's like having a personal audio library. ListenBook's variety of ways to download audio makes it incredibly convenient. This app's compatibility with various formats ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks hassle-free. 🎧 Carrying a world of literature in my headphones – this app's convenience is truly remarkable. 📚💫 ListenBook's drag-and-drop download feature simplifies the process of adding new audiobooks to my collection.
Kitchen
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Sneaky Lady
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Tacklebox
ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch integration has made multitasking with audio content a breeze. I can't imagine a day without this app – it has made my audiobook journey seamless and fulfilling.
Stud muffin
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QuantumQuill
With this app, I've found a way to turn every moment into an opportunity for learning and enrichment. ListenBook has truly transformed my audiobook experience. The sleek interface, extensive format support, and easy downloading options make it my go-to app! AirDrop and sharing make it easy to spread the audiobook love with friends. The app's performance is top-notch. It's stable, responsive, and optimized for a seamless audiobook experience. Kudos to the developers!
VisionVortex
The narrator's voices are so soothing – a perfect way to unwind after a stressful day. 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!
Unseen
My audiobook collection has never looked better. Thank you, ListenBook! The adjustable playback speed is a secret weapon for getting through educational content faster. ListenBook’s interface is clean and intuitive. It’s a joy to use.
Shadow Gal
With ListenBook, I can enjoy my audiobooks with enhanced sound quality and personalized settings. With ListenBook, I can enjoy my audiobooks with enhanced sound quality and personalized settings. Audiobooks made convenient – this app's functionality is a true gift. Download options are plenty – I can get my audiobooks from various sources hassle-free. 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.
Palomino
Gone are the days of fumbling with different formats – this app's comprehensive support ensures I can enjoy any audiobook without a hitch. 🎉🔊 ListenBook is my trusted partner for all things audiobooks. It's reliable, intuitive, and user-friendly. ListenBook has redefined my audiobook experience. It's an essential tool that enhances every listening session. Bookmarks are a lifesaver for my study materials. I can easily revisit important sections. This was a competent audiobook production with no major flaws. The narrator's voice was pleasant enough and the audio quality was acceptable, though not exceptional. While the performance didn't particularly stand out, it served its purpose adequately for my daily commute.
Prone
ListenBook's support for various download methods means I can acquire new content in a way that suits me best. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a game-changer. My audio quality has improved dramatically. The sleek and user-friendly interface makes navigating the app a breeze. It's a pleasure to use. AirDrop sharing is a very convenient feature. Thanks, ListenBook! I love how customizable the playback speed is. It makes listening so much more enjoyable.
Esquire
This app has made literature accessible and engaging for all ages. ListenBook has made my daily activities more interesting and meaningful – I'm hooked! 🧘♀️☕ Savoring moments of tranquility with a cup of tea and captivating tales! 🍵📖
SprkR
Looping playback is my secret weapon for language learning. It's revolutionized my approach. Automatic artwork and metadata retrieval is a time-saver. My library looks fantastic. Sharing audiobooks with friends is a thoughtful gesture that ListenBook makes seamless. I love the car mode. It’s so convenient for listening while driving.
Apex
The ease of downloading content via WiFi, WebDAV, and more has made ListenBook my audiobook hub. Navigating my audiobook library is a breeze – thank you, app developers! Looping playback is a valuable study tool. It helps me grasp complex content and retain information. The app supports a wide range of formats. ListenBook is very versatile.
Scrapper
Background play feature lets me multitask while enjoying a book – brilliant! Finally, an audiobook player that supports all formats! No more converting files.
Gr8 Flick
ListenBook's user-friendly controls and innovative features have made it an indispensable tool for my audiobook enjoyment. This app's convenience has made me fall in love with audiobooks all over again. This app is a must-have for anyone who loves audiobooks. The interface is intuitive, and the app supports all formats. I love the auto-bookmark feature—it saves my place automatically, so I never lose track. Highly recommend!
StarZen
ListenBook's integration with CarPlay and Apple Watch has streamlined my multitasking. I can't get enough of this app's convenience – it has transformed my audiobook journey into a joyous experience.
Father Abbot
Effortlessly managing my audiobook collection – this app's functionality is a winner. ListenBook has transformed my daily commute. I look forward to my journeys with this app by my side.
Bugger
📱 Unlocking the world of literature with just a tap – this app is my digital library card! 📚📱 💼 Workday blues? Not anymore – this app turns my office hours into reading time! 💻📖 Downloading audiobooks is a breeze, thanks to the variety of options available. ListenBook’s bookmarking feature is incredibly useful. I never lose my place in a book. The app is perfect for long commutes. It keeps me entertained for hours.
Grotas
I've recommended ListenBook to all my fellow bookworms. It's a true companion for audiobook lovers. I love the compatibility with iOS 16. The app runs smoothly and flawlessly. Highly engaging! The combination of a well-written story and skilled narration made this audiobook hard to pause. I finished it much faster than I expected because I just couldn’t stop listening.
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