Book description
A close friendship is one of the most influential and important relationships a human life can contain. Anyone will tell you that! But for all the rosy sentiments surrounding friendship, most people don't talk much about what it really takes to stay close for the long haul. Now two friends, Aminatou Sow and Ann Friedman, tell the story of their equally messy and life-affirming Big Friendship in this honest and hilarious book that chronicles their first decade in one another's lives. As the hosts of the hit podcast Call Your Girlfriend, they've become known for frank and intimate conversations. In this book, they bring that energy to their own friendship--its joys and its pitfalls. Aminatou and Ann define Big Friendship as a strong, significant bond that transcends life phases, geographical locations, and emotional shifts. And they should know: the two have had moments of charmed bliss and deep frustration, of profound connection and gut-wrenching alienation. They have weathered life-threatening health scares, getting fired from their dream jobs, and one unfortunate Thanksgiving dinner eaten in a car in a parking lot in Rancho Cucamonga. Through interviews with friends and experts, they have come to understand that their struggles are not unique. And that the most important part of a Big Friendship is making the decision to invest in one another again and again. An inspiring and entertaining testament to the power of society's most underappreciated relationship, Big Friendship will invite you to think about how your own bonds are formed, challenged, and preserved. It is a call to value your friendships in all of their complexity. Actively choose them. And, sometimes, fight for them.
White Dragon
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DeathDancer
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Aqua Monsoon
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Darkside Hooker
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VenusXX
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Mr. Alien
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Whipsaw
This app is like having a personal library with me wherever I go. ListenBook's loop and shuffle playback options are essential for my audiobook enjoyment and study. The ability to play various audio formats without conversion is very convenient. ListenBook is a great app.
Disco Thunder
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Jade Fox
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McDreamy
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Winded On Friday
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Most Wanted
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Bad Bunny
ListenBook's support for playlists in CUE format is a thoughtful touch I appreciate. Audiobooks at my fingertips β this app's ease of use is a game-changer. Finally, an app that respects my busy lifestyle. Whether I'm commuting or exercising, this app's smooth playback and smart controls keep me engaged. πββοΈπ§ ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature elevates my listening experience, allowing me to focus on the content.
Doughboy, Esq
ListenBook's compatibility with different formats ensures I never have to worry about file conversions. Finally, an app that values usability β navigating and listening is a breeze!
9Lives
I love that I can switch between devices seamlessly and continue where I left off. Audiobooks have made my morning routine something to look forward to. ListenBook's user-friendly design and compatibility with different formats have made it my go-to app. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun way to connect over shared interests. ListenBook has all the features I need. My go-to audiobook app!
Rooster
The 'Continue Listening' feature ensures I never lose my place, no matter where I am. I'm addicted to this app β it's a non-stop journey through captivating tales. This app's versatility and convenience have transformed my screen time into a productive reading journey. Effortlessly enjoying audiobook journeys β this app's ease of use is a delight. The user-friendly interface and smooth navigation make this app a pleasure to use daily.
Troubled Pie
Listening to books while doing chores? This app makes it possible! ListenBookβs playback is silky-smooth. The app never glitches.
Whip 2T
The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening time. A serviceable audiobook that met basic expectations. The narration was clear if somewhat unremarkable, and the production quality was standard without any noticeable technical issues. It kept me moderately engaged during workouts but didn't leave a lasting impression.
Day Hawk
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CodeExia
ListenBook's dedication to delivering a top-notch experience is evident in every detail. π‘ This app is a brilliant way to squeeze in reading time amidst my busy schedule! π±π©βπ³ Adjusting the tone of the voice is a creative feature. It allows for a unique and personalized experience.
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