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
PixelPioneer
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Married Man
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Heavenly Connection
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Abyss Tamer
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Sky
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Station WMD
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Good-lookinโ
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Pink C
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Pocket Mazda
The narrator's voices are so captivating, it's like they bring the stories to life. I can't believe how much I've learned and enjoyed through this app's audiobooks. Listening stats feature keeps me motivated to read more. Love it!
NightDream
I'd love to see more classic titles, but the current selection is already fantastic. CUE playlist support is a fantastic organizational feature. It keeps my audiobooks neatly arranged.
Moonflower
The ability to switch between devices seamlessly is a game-changer for busy readers. With this app, I can seamlessly switch between audiobooks and real life.
Sun Washer
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RetroMirage
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Proper
ListenBook's dedication to excellence shines through in its impeccable audio quality and user-friendly features. Library organization has never been this easy. My audiobook collection is finally tidy. Tone adjustment adds a personalized touch to the narration, making the audiobook experience even more immersive. The app is so reliable. Iโve never had any issues with it.
Bowler
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Uncle Psycho
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Delicious Cupid
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WeldMaster
The ability to switch between different books effortlessly is a major plus. The app's support for different audio formats is like a dream come true for audiophiles. I'm blown away by the attention to detail in every aspect of this app. ListenBook has completely changed how I enjoy audiobooks. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate. Five stars!
Firefly
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Pexxious
Kudos to ListenBook for optimizing the app for iOS 16 โ it shows their dedication to excellence. Audiobooks have turned my quiet moments into imaginative journeys โ thank you, app! This app's compatibility with various devices ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks wherever I am. Noise reduction and tone changing enhance the listening experience. Love it! A textbook example of great audiobook narration! The performer's diction was flawless, their pacing ideal, and their emotional range impressive. I never felt like I was being "read to" but rather like I was experiencing the story firsthand. The audio engineering was equally professional.
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