Book description
A New York Times Editors’ Choice One of NPR’s Best Books of the Year “A beautifully wrought ode to life…a precious gift to the world.” —The Washington Post From the bestselling author of I Miss You When I Blink comes a poignant and powerful new memoir that tackles the big questions of life, death, and existential fear with humor and hope.As a daughter, mother, and friend, Mary Laura Philpott considered herself an “anxious optimist”—a natural worrier with a stubborn sense of good cheer. And while she didn’t really think she had any sort of magical protective powers, she believed in her heart that as long as she loved her people enough, she could keep them safe. Then, in the early hours of one dark morning at home, her belief was upended. In the months that followed, she turned to poignant memories, priceless stories, and a medley of coping mechanisms (with comically mixed success) to regain her equilibrium and find meaning in everyday wonders. Hailed by The Washington Post as “Nora Ephron, Erma Bombeck, Jean Kerr, and Laurie Colwin all rolled into one,” Philpott tackles the big questions of life, death, and existential fear—not to mention the lessons of an inscrutable backyard turtle—with hope, humor, and joy.
Leaf Assassin
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Steel Solstice
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Call Back Queen
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Demand Chopper
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Low Voltage
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Freeze Queen
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Reno Monarch
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CyberScribe
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Spider Fuji
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Phoenix Sparrow
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VisionVortex
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RedMouth
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Lady In Red
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Judge
Audiobook multitasking made simple – this app's functionality is a true delight. The auto-rewind feature is a thoughtful addition that enhances my listening journey. I appreciate it! The app is so reliable. I’ve never had any issues with it.
Bleeker
This app's convenience has turned my daily chores into moments of literary escape. This app's ease of use has made reading more accessible and enjoyable than ever before. Adjusting the narrator's voice tone is a creative feature that adds a personal touch to the experience. Auto-rewind is a brilliant feature. Never lose track of where I left off. One of the best audiobooks I’ve heard! The story was compelling, and the narrator’s delivery added depth to every scene. I found myself looking for excuses to listen just a little longer. Will definitely revisit this one!
Journeyman
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Dez Bonbon
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Drift
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Soiled Dove
Sharing audiobooks via AirDrop is incredibly convenient. Great feature! ListenBook’s playback speed control is very useful. I can listen at my own pace.
Phoenix Sparrow
This app has enriched my daily routine and added a touch of intellectual stimulation. ListenBook's features are a dream come true for anyone who loves to learn on the go. The app's compatibility with CarPlay is a dream for road trips. It keeps me entertained.
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