Book description
The Instant Sunday Times Bestseller'The words awaken the magic of life by celebrating the ordinary' - Giovanna Fletcher 'Beautifully heartfelt, inspiringly poignant and therapeutically validating' - Anna Mathur Motherhood is messy and beautiful, and hard and humbling. We adore our children, and sometimes we miss ourselves. Beautiful Chaos is a collection of raw, honest poems about motherhood - capturing everything from pregnancy to school age. Upon becoming a mother, poet Jessica Urlichs was reminded that the everyday ordinary is extraordinary. Beautiful Chaos is a collection that chronicles it all - the highs, the lows, the confusion, the loss of identity, the becoming, and the brutal but beautiful ways our children hold up a mirrors to ourselves. This collection inspires vulnerability and will be a cathartic, healing read for anyone who needs it. These poems will remind you of a time gone by or ground you in the current moment. Either way, they will make you feel seen and comforted amid the beautiful chaos that is motherhood.
About the Author
Jess is an author and poet who lives in New Zealand with her husband and three children. She has written a variety of children's books to help babies and young children navigate their emotions in their early years. Her three poetry books on early motherhood - 'From One Mom to a Mother', 'My After All' and 'All I See is You' - grace the homes of thousands around the world and have proven to be very popular and of great help amongst mothers at all stages of their journey, resonating mostly on early motherhood and with first time mothers. Jess' honest and heartfelt poetry about her family and motherhood continue to be a source of guidance for mothers and parents alike around the world to connect, with her most popular poetry book of all time- 'From One Mom to a Mother'.
ManMaker
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360
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Friday Ferrari
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DZE
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Chameleon
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Eye Devil
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HOV
This app has brought back the joy of reading, even when I'm on the move. I don't have strong feelings about this one either way. The narration was competent but forgettable. The story itself was more engaging than the performance.
Sweet Bacon
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Golden Cougar
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Jungle King
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Centurion Sherman
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PixelPioneer
Audiobooks have made my long commutes enjoyable, and I'm always eager to see what's next. ποΈπ§ Escaping to paradise with a beach read β this app is my vacation in audio form! ποΈπ The narrator was good but spoke a bit too slowly for my taste. I had to speed it up to 1.2x which then made some parts sound slightly unnatural.
Snow Pharaoh
This app has completely transformed my commute β I look forward to it now! The adjustable playback speed feature is a true innovation. It adds a personalized touch to my listening. Looping playback has transformed my study sessions. It's an invaluable tool for retaining information. This was an adequate audiobook for casual listening. The narrator maintained a consistent pace and clear diction throughout, though their performance lacked some emotional range. The audio quality was fine with no significant technical distractions.
Hang 11
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Papa Smurf
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Sun Runner
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AirportHobo XD
ListenBook's configurable auto-rewind after interruptions is a smart addition that keeps me on track. From MP3 to FLAC, this app plays them all flawlessly. Say goodbye to compatibility issues! I love the ability to import books from my computer. Itβs so easy.
Ozzie Treat
ListenBook's support for various download methods means I can acquire new content in a way that suits me best. Looping playback is my secret weapon for language learning. It's revolutionized my approach. Looping playback is a game-changer for my study routine. It helps me retain information effectively. Supports all my playlists and bookmarks seamlessly. Very convenient. 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!
Frosty Snazz
ListenBook's commitment to a seamless user experience is evident in its sleek design and intuitive controls. The perfect balance between dramatic reading and natural storytelling. Felt like a friend telling me an amazing story rather than someone just reading words.
Aqua Diva
ListenBook's multiple ways to download audio, including from the internet, are a game-changer. Navigating audiobooks with ease β this app's design is user-centric. ListenBookβs playback is silky-smooth. The app never glitches. A middle-of-the-road audiobook that neither impressed nor disappointed. The narrator's voice was agreeable enough for extended listening, though their character differentiation could have been stronger. The production met basic industry standards without any standout qualities.
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