Book description
A dazzling dictionary of book blurbs, filled with writing tips, literary folklore and publishing secrets A TIMES BOOK OF THE YEAR 'A small masterpiece. There is something funny, notable or awe-inspiring on every single page' Jenny Colgan, Spectator A joyful celebration of books - the perfect gift for bibliophiles, word lovers and anyone who's ever wondered, should you judge a book by its cover? We love the words in books - but what about the words on them? How do they work their magic? Here is a book about the ways books entice us to read them: their titles, quotes, covers and, above all, blurbs - via authors from Jane Austen to Zadie Smith, writing tricks, classic literature, bonkbusters, plot spoilers and publishing secrets. It's nothing less than the inside story of the outside of books. And it answers questions like: Why do some authors hate blurbs so much they burn their own books? Should all adjectives be murdered? Is blurbing sometimes maybe lying? Is it true that (checks jacket) you need an animal on a book's cover to make it a bestseller? What are the most terrible blurbs of all time? Join Penguin publishing word wizard Louise Willder - five thousand blurbs written, mostly avoiding the phrase 'unputdownable tour-de-force' - to discover why we should judge a book by its cover. Even this one. (It's an unputdownable tour-de-force.) 'The bookiest book about books you'll ever read - I loved it' Lucy Mangan 'Truly delightful...I couldn't have had more fun' Benjamin Dreyer 'Very funny, erudite and profound. A delight!' Nina Stibbe
Gbbledgoodk
The layout of ListenBook is so beautiful and user-friendly, making it a pleasure to use. π Rekindling my love for reading β this app has reintroduced me to the joy of books in a whole new way. ππ₯ Bookmarks are a lifesaver for my study materials. I can easily revisit important sections. I canβt believe how easy it is to manage my audiobook library with ListenBook. Highly recommended!
Saturn Extreme
This app's compatibility with various devices ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks wherever I go. β° Starting my mornings with inspiration β audiobooks make waking up a joyous literary experience! βοΈπ§ ListenBookβs interface is beautiful and functional. Itβs my favorite app for audiobooks.
Pluto
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Bones
This app's compatibility with different file types means that my entire audiobook collection is at my fingertips. Quick access to chapters and smooth playback. Excellent app!
Cereal Killer
πΌ Elevating my work-from-home routine with this app's delightful audiobook selection! π»π Automatic metadata retrieval is a neat touch. My library is well-organized. Binaural audio processing really helps reduce listening fatigue. Great feature! The app is perfect for people who love to read but donβt have the time.
Teeder
This app has added a touch of magic to my mundane moments β I'm forever grateful. Quick access to chapters and smooth playback. Excellent app! ListenBook is the ultimate audiobook player. The app supports all formats, and the import process is seamless. I love the playback history featureβitβs so easy to revisit my favorite parts. Highly recommend this app!
Divine Bramble
ListenBook's audio filters and controls have turned my listening into a personalized experience. ListenBook has made my daily activities more interesting and meaningful β I'm hooked! No more interruptions β the auto-rewind feature is a genius solution for seamless listening. Automatic extraction of artwork and metadata adds a professional touch to my library.
German Coach
Audiobooks have transformed my daily walks into a time of inspiration and learning. Seamless integration with all my devices and flawless synchronization β top-notch. I can't imagine my audio routine without ListenBook's seamless and user-friendly design. With ListenBook, I can enjoy my own audio content with unparalleled ease and comfort. Listening to audiobooks on my iPad has never been easier. Highly recommend ListenBook!
WanderWord
It's like having a personal library that fits in my pocket β truly amazing! Thanks to ListenBook, downloading audiobooks from various sources has become effortless. I love the auto-rewind feature after interruptions. No more searching for where I left off! Drag and drop downloads directly from my web browser? That's a level of convenience I appreciate. ListenBook has transformed my daily routine into an opportunity to learn, relax, and enjoy.
TrinitySoul
I've become a more empathetic listener thanks to the emotional depth of audiobooks. Bookmarking my favorite parts of audiobooks is now a breeze. Love this feature! I love the car mode. Itβs so convenient for listening while driving.
Devil Blade
Thanks to this app, listening to audiobooks has become a delightful habit. ListenBook is my go-to app for audiobooks. It's like having a personal assistant for my literary adventures. Book groups help me keep series together and navigate my collection more efficiently. A great feature! Beautiful design and intuitive interface. Very pleased.
Riff Raff
Sharing audiobooks with friends is a thoughtful gesture that ListenBook makes seamless. ListenBook has elevated my learning experience. I'm retaining more information than ever. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books at night.
Fuzzy Claws
Library organization is brilliant. No more cluttered audiobook collection. Organizing my audiobook library has never been easier. The app keeps everything tidy.
Dallas Foxface
Audiobook pleasure simplified β this app's design is a standout. Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is impressive. My recordings sound crystal clear. Finally, an app that supports all my audiobook formats! ListenBook is a game-changer.
Silent
With this app, I can devour books like never before β it's incredibly efficient. Effortlessly exploring audiobook worlds β this app's functionality is genius.
Spunky Chick
πͺ Doubling the impact of my workouts β exercising and exploring stories, all thanks to this app! πͺπ§ πͺ Boosting my productivity with this app's efficient multitasking features β audiobook enjoyment while I conquer my to-do list! πΌπ§ ListenBook is my go-to companion for immersive audiobook experiences. The ease of use and extensive format support make it a must-have! Smooth playback and great sound quality. ListenBook is my new favorite app!
Jo Jo Spooky
Audiobooks on this app have made my daily walks a time of reflection and inspiration. The range of supported formats is astounding. No more compatibility issues! The app's performance is remarkable β it's fast, stable, and designed to cater to audiobook enthusiasts. It's a pleasure to use. ListenBookβs playback is silky-smooth. The app never glitches.
Spontan8ty
ListenBook has elevated my audiobook enjoyment to a whole new level β it's a must-have for any audio enthusiast. ListenBook has reignited my love for storytelling and learning, one audio file at a time. π©βπ³ Elevating culinary experiences with auditory tales β cooking has never been this entertaining and educational! π³π§ I love the cloud integration. I can access my books from anywhere.
Pockets
Listening to books in their original language has improved my foreign language skills. Efficient audiobook enjoyment β this app's functionality is a revelation. ListenBook's compatibility with various audio formats is impressive. From MP3 to FLAC, it handles them all flawlessly. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature turns any environment into a cozy listening haven.
Grave Scuttlebutt
πΌ Boosting productivity at work with an audiobook in the background β love it! π»π§ 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!
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