Book description
Sixty-five of the world's leading writers open up about the books and authors that have meant the most to themEvery Sunday, readers of The New York Times Book Review turn with anticipation to see which novelist, historian, short story writer, or artist will be the subject of the popular By the Book feature. These wide-ranging interviews are conducted by Pamela Paul, the editor of the Book Review, and here she brings together sixty-five of the most intriguing and fascinating exchanges, featuring personalities as varied as David Sedaris, Hilary Mantel, Michael Chabon, Khaled Hosseini, Anne Lamott, and James Patterson.By the Book contains the full uncut interviews, offering a range of experiences and observations that deepens readers' understanding of the literary sensibility and the writing process. The questions and answers admit us into the private worlds of these authors, as they reflect on their work habits, reading preferences, inspirations, pet peeves, and recommendations. For the devoted reader, By the Book is a way to invite sixty-five of the most interesting guests into your world. It's a book party not to be missed.Featuring Conversations with . . . Lena Dunham John IrvingElizabeth Gilbert Ira Glass Junot DΓaz J. K. RowlingIan McEwanJared Diamond Alain de Botton Katherine Boo Sheryl Sandberg Isabel Allende Anna Quindlen Jonathan Franzen Dan Brown James McBrideJhumpa Lahiri Christopher BuckleyMalcolm Gladwell Donna Tartt Ann Patchett Neil deGrasse TysonChang-Rae LeeGary Shteyngart . . . among others
King Bass
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Lady Petal
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CuriousCrafter
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WanderWord
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Broomspun
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Santa's Little Helper
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Are Ess Tee
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Tall Sally
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Lord Nikon
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DARK HQ
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Trash Master
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Senior Smurf
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Succubus In Training
Thanks to ListenBook's automatic extraction of artwork and metadata, my library looks organized and appealing. This app is a game-changer for anyone who's always on the go β it's like carrying a library in my pocket. ListenBook has become an essential part of my routine. It's more than an app β it's a companion. The ability to download audiobooks directly is fantastic. ListenBook is very convenient.
Beetle King
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Tin Mutt
This app's convenience has made reading a consistent part of my life. Unlimited audiobook length with ListenBook Pro is a game-changer.
Pepper Mouse
This app has reignited my passion for reading, and I'm forever grateful. π± Carrying my favorite stories with me wherever I go β this app is like a portable library in my pocket. ππ ListenBook has redefined my audiobook experience. It's a true companion for all my literary adventures.
QuestQuill
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Sylvester Eye
ListenBook's support for network device downloads and drag-and-drop is a time-saving delight. My audiobook collection has never been more organized. Library management is a breeze. Automatic metadata retrieval adds a professional touch to my audiobook collection.
Frosty
With ListenBook, I've found a reliable and enjoyable way to listen to audiobooks and expand my knowledge. I can't get enough of this app's intuitive design β it's like a personal library right at my fingertips. Thanks to ListenBook, downloading audiobooks is a hassle-free process, regardless of the source.
ButterQuest
ListenBook's versatility and user-friendly interface make it a must-have for audiobook lovers. I love how this app seamlessly integrates into my busy schedule, making multitasking a breeze. This audiobook transformed my household chores into enjoyable moments! The narrator's lively yet measured delivery kept me engaged throughout. I particularly appreciated how they handled exposition - making potentially dry information interesting through thoughtful inflection and pacing.
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