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.
Spellbinder
The narrator's voice in some audiobooks is so soothing, it's like a spa for the ears. ListenBook's audio filters and controls have turned my listening into a personalized experience. The app is very easy to use. ListenBook makes managing my audiobook library simple.
Blue Despair
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Hyper
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Digital Equinox
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Sneaky Lady
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Pistol Hydro
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Twiddle Twix
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JesterZilla
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Muzish
I can't stop raving about this app β it's like having a personal library in my pocket. Finally, an app that lets me enjoy my personal audiobooks, lectures, and speeches effortlessly.
Toy Town
This app's convenience has transformed my screen time into meaningful reading sessions. Easy sharing with friends via AirDrop. Very convenient.
Tweety
ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch integration is a brilliant touch. I'm in awe of this app's ability to make reading so accessible and convenient. ListenBook has become an essential part of my routine. It's more than an app β it's a companion.
Round Kick Boomer
I can't get enough of this app's convenience β it has turned my audiobook journey into a delightful habit. The user-friendly interface and precise controls make listening to audiobooks an absolute delight.
9Lives
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Con Mammoth
This app is my secret to staying ahead on my reading list, even during my busiest days. Streamlined audiobook integration β this app's usability is impressive. Quick access to chapters is a blessing. No more scrolling through endless content. The app's ability to extract artwork and metadata automatically is a huge time-saver. The audio quality is excellent, and the interface is intuitive. ListenBook is my go-to app for audiobooks.
Dez
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Tse Tse Guy
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Prone
Listening to books in their original language has improved my foreign language skills. This app's playback controls and features make it a breeze to customize my listening experience. Finally, an app that values usability β navigating and listening is a breeze! Configurable auto-rewind is genius. No more confusion when I pause and resume. Great for both casual listening and studying. The audio filters are a nice touch.
Truth
Audiobooks have made my commutes so much more enjoyable, and I'm always excited to listen. With ListenBook, I can enjoy my audiobooks with enhanced sound quality and personalized settings. I love the chapter navigation feature. ListenBook makes it easy to find specific sections.
Fist Wizard
The chapters feature on ListenBook enhances my audiobook exploration β it's like flipping through pages. This app is a time-saver β I can 'read' even when I'm on the move. Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is a revelation. It enhances the audio quality and makes listening comfortable. The app is well-designed and user-friendly. ListenBook makes listening to audiobooks a joy.
Winter Bite
Being able to download audiobooks for offline listening is a game-changer. Every moment is an adventure with this app by my side. Its intuitive features and diverse format support ensure that my audiobook journey is seamless and exciting. ππ§ ListenBook's sharing options make it easy to introduce others to the joys of audiobook storytelling. ListenBook has made managing my audiobook collection a breeze. Library organization is top-notch. ListenBookβs bookmarking feature is incredibly useful. I never lose my place in a book.
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