Book description
The fate of all life on Earth may depend on the bravery of two little seeds in this epic adventure from the #1 New York Times bestselling creator and Caldecott Medalist of The Invention of Hugo Cabret.“The tale of the natural world is the greatest story we have to tell, and Brian delivers a brilliant chapter of that tale throughout the pages of Big Tree.” — STEVEN SPIELBERG“We need brave, big stories like [Big Tree].” —The New York Times Book Review“Has the power to intrigue...affecting.” — The Wall Street Journal* “An enthralling and expansive meditation on what it means to be alive on this planet.” — Booklist, starred review* “A balanced and rich book. . . . Powerful.”—The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books, starred and recommended review* “In evocative prose and peppery dialogue . . . the cinematic story journeys across time and space, contemplating the power of life to heal.” —Publishers Weekly, starred review* "A special, one-of-a-kind book for the whole family that readers won’t soon forget." — School Library Journal, starred review* “Masterful.” — The Horn Book, starred review"Inspirational, important, and beautiful. A fable for our times." — Alan Gratz, bestselling author of Refugee and Ground Zero"Hello, stars. I thought I heard you calling me."A mysterious voice has been speaking to Louise in her dreams. She and her brother Merwin are Sycamore seeds, who hope to one day set down roots and become big trees. But when a fire forces them to leave their mama tree prematurely, they find themselves catapulted into the unknown, far from home. Alone and unprepared, they must use their wits and imagination to navigate a dangerous world—filled with dinosaurs, meteors, and volcanoes!—and the fear of never finding a safe place to grow up. As the mysterious voice gets louder, Louise comes to realize their mission in life may be much bigger than either of them ever could have imagined!Brimming with humor, wonder, mystery, and a profound sense of hope, Big Tree is a trailblazing adventure, illustrated with nearly 300 pages of breathtaking pictures. It is Selznick's most imaginative and far-reaching work to date and a singular reading experience for the whole family.The audiobook edition of BIG TREE is brought magnificently to life by Meryl Streep and features music composed by Ernest Troost.
Mental Prophet
This app's compatibility with various formats ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks hassle-free. ListenBook's drag-and-drop download feature is a time-saving convenience that I greatly appreciate. ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch adds convenience to my audiobook routine. ListenBook's loop and shuffle playback features add versatility to my audiobook listening experience. ListenBook makes organizing my audiobooks simple. The app is very user-friendly.
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Trixie Doodle
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Back Bett
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Delicious
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Little General
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BuzzMouse
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WanderWord
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Kimono Goddess
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Flame OUT
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Candy Butcher
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Iron Jesus
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Wings
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Swedish Pixie
ListenBook's support for playlists in the CUE format makes organizing and enjoying audiobook series a delightful experience. ListenBook's commitment to user experience shines through its thoughtful design and seamless functionality. The ability to play various audio formats without conversion is very convenient. ListenBook is a great app.
Cardinal Rebel
I love how ListenBook extracts artwork and metadata from audio files, adding a visual touch to my listening experience. Audiobook multitasking made simple – this app's design is a game-changer. ListenBook’s audio quality is excellent. The app enhances my listening experience.
Red Woman
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Junkyard Dog
The narrators' voices on this app are so soothing – it's my relaxation therapy. I can't believe how quickly I finish books now, all thanks to this app. Efficiency meets audiobooks – this app's functionality is a true triumph. ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is an innovative touch that adds a layer of personalization.
Succubus In Training
This app's convenience has made reading a consistent part of my life. 💡 This app has made my daily schedule more interesting – 'reading' on the go! 📱🚶♂️ ListenBook's integration with AirDrop and sharing options makes it simple to spread the joy of storytelling.
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The statistics feature in ListenBook provides valuable insights into my audiobook habits, helping me learn and grow. Has every feature I need. My top choice for audiobooks!
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