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
Eye Devil
I'm hooked on this app's ability to transform my ordinary moments into exciting opportunities for learning. Elegant design and easy-to-navigate interface. Very pleased with ListenBook.
Flint
ListenBook's beautiful layout and quick access to chapters make every listening session a pleasure. is a breeze with ListenBook. It's convenient and reliable. I love the compatibility with iOS 16. The app runs smoothly and flawlessly.
Bourbon Mirage
Library organization and book groups make managing my audiobook collection a breeze. With ListenBook Pro, I'm no longer limited by audiobook length. It's a liberating experience! Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a great way to spread the joy of reading. Listening statistics are a great motivator. Love this feature! Has every feature I need. My top choice for audiobooks!
Combo Saw
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Barbera Shift
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Reed Lady
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Bad Princess
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Apex
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Prez Dog
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Lewd Dice
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Dark Matter
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Sofa King
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Sofa King
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Mr. 44
I've become the storyteller of my family, sharing the amazing audiobooks I've discovered. Listening to audiobooks while gardening has made my outdoor time even more relaxing. The book groups feature is a thoughtful addition. It helps me keep my series and related titles together. Quick access to chapters and smooth playback. Excellent app!
Jo Jo Spooky
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Mule Skinner
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Jigsaw
As a language learner, this app has been invaluable in improving my listening skills. The attention to detail is commendable. Artwork and metadata are sorted automatically.
ByteBard
I can now explore books beyond my preferred genre, broadening my reading horizons. This app's efficient downloading process ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks whenever and wherever. No more limits on the genres I can explore! This app's versatility in downloading and organizing audiobooks ensures I always have a captivating tale at my fingertips. ππ± The statistics tracking feature is eye-opening. I never realized how much time I spend on audiobooks until now! Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a delightful way to connect with fellow book lovers.
Spoiler
I'd love to see more classic titles, but the current selection is already fantastic. This app is a time-saver β I can 'read' even when I'm on the move. The compatibility with Apple Watch is a huge plus. I can control my audiobooks from my wrist! I love the ability to share my progress with friends. Itβs a fun feature.
Day Hawk
With ListenBook, I've unlocked a world of educational and entertaining content right at my fingertips. I can't imagine my daily routine without ListenBook's intuitive layout and easy-to-access controls. ListenBook has rekindled my love for audiobooks. The app's interface is beautiful and user-friendly. AirDrop and sharing make it easy to spread the audiobook love with friends. Finally, an app that supports a wide range of audio formats! It's a must-have for audiobook enthusiasts.
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