Book description
"Grisham knocks it out of the park."--The Washington Post
It's the summer of 1973, and Joe Castle is the boy wonder of baseball, the greatest rookie anyone has ever seen. The kid from Calico Rock, Arkansas, dazzles Chicago Cubs fans as he hits home run after home run, politely tipping his hat to the crowd as he shatters all rookie records. Calico Joe quickly becomes the idol of every baseball fan in America, including Paul Tracey, the young son of a hard-partying and hard-throwing New York Mets pitcher. On the day that Warren Tracey finally faces Calico Joe, Paul is in the stands, rooting for his idol but also for his dad. Then Warren throws a fastball that will change their lives forever.
#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER
"An enjoyable, heartwarming read that's not just for baseball fans."--USA Today
"Grisham has hit a home run. . . . Calico Joe is a great read, a lyrical ode to baseball, small-town America, youthful innocence and a young boy's search for heroes."--The Buffalo News
"[A] pleasure . . . Suffice to say [Grisham] knows his way around the ballpark as well as he does a courtroom."--The Washington Times
Follows the divergent paths of a rookie hitter for the Chicago Cubs and a hard-hitting Mets pitcher.
Twisty Dew
The playback speed adjustment is a game-changer for busy individuals. Time saver! Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a great way to spread the joy of storytelling with friends. The auto-rewind feature is a small detail that enhances my listening experience. It's these thoughtful touches that matter! The app is perfect for people who love to read but don’t have the time. Perfect for both first-time listeners and audiobook veterans! The narrator's warm, inviting tone made this an incredibly comfortable listening experience. I particularly appreciated how well they handled dialogue - each character felt distinct without being cartoonish. The pacing kept me engaged throughout.
Wings
I'd love to see more classic titles, but the current selection is already fantastic. With its powerful audio downloading features, I can have my favorite audiobooks ready to go, anytime and anywhere.
Eerie
I'm addicted to the personalized recommendations – it's like the app knows me! I love how this app makes even the most mundane tasks exciting with audio stories. ListenBook's interface is so intuitive. I was up and running in no time. I don't have strong feelings about this one either way. The narration was competent but forgettable. The story itself was more engaging than the performance.
Sepukku
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Homerun Diva
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Cereal Killer
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Mule Skinner
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MysticMingle
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Bambi Wings
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Broomspun
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The Shield Toronto
This app's compatibility with different formats ensures that no audiobook is off-limits – truly impressive. Audiobooks made simple – this app's functionality is a breath of fresh air. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a true savior for immersive listening, even in busy surroundings. Download options are abundant, from WiFi to iTunes. It's all about convenience with this app. Solid performance, but not outstanding. The narrator did a fine job, though their tone was a bit monotonous at times. The story itself was engaging enough, but I wouldn’t call it unforgettable.
Find It Girl
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NexusNinja
ListenBook has elevated my learning experience. I'm retaining more information than ever. Supports all my playlists and bookmarks. Very convenient.
Slacker Cat
Audiobooks have become my go-to gift for friends – and they all love it! Audiobook listening has never been this easy and convenient – it's like having a personal narrator. The compatibility with Apple Watch is a huge plus. I can control my audiobooks from my wrist! The interface is so clean and clutter-free. It’s a pleasure to use.
Sherwood Gladiator
I'm amazed at how effortlessly I can immerse myself in books through this app. Audiobooks made accessible – this app's ease of use is a true blessing. Book groups are a thoughtful addition. It's like having virtual bookshelves!
Spicy Thunder
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Sultan of Speed
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Twister Hero
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Boo
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Eye Devil
ListenBook's library organization and book groups help me keep my content neatly sorted. Audiobooks have become my travel companions, and this app is my guide. ListenBook’s support for CarPlay is great. I can listen to audiobooks in my car easily.
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