Book description
From the legendary music producer, a master at helping people connect with the wellsprings of their creativity, comes a beautifully crafted book many years in the making that offers that same deep wisdom to all of us. "I set out to write a book about what to do to make a great work of art. Instead, it revealed itself to be a book on how to be." --Rick Rubin Many famed music producers are known for a particular sound that has its day. Rick Rubin is known for something else: creating a space where artists of all different genres and traditions can home in on who they really are and what they really offer. He has made a practice of helping people transcend their self-imposed expectations in order to reconnect with a state of innocence from which the surprising becomes inevitable. Over the years, as he has thought deeply about where creativity comes from and where it doesn't, he has learned that being an artist isn't about your specific output, it's about your relationship to the world. Creativity has a place in everyone's life, and everyone can make that place larger. In fact, there are few more important responsibilities. The Creative Act is a beautiful and generous course of study that illuminates the path of the artist as a road we all can follow. It distills the wisdom gleaned from a lifetime's work into a luminous reading experience that puts the power to create moments--and lifetimes--of exhilaration and transcendence within closer reach for all of us.Review"You'll probably read this extraordinary book four times. The first time, you'll gobble it up. The second time, you'll savour it. The third time, you'll take notes in the margins. But the fourth time, the fourth time it will be part of you as you create the work you were ready to ship." - Seth Godin "A gorgeous and inspiring work of art on creation, creativity, the work of the artist. It will gladden the hearts of writers and artists everywhere, and get them working again with a new sense of meaning and direction. A stunning accomplishment." -Anne LamottAbout the AuthorRick Rubin is a nine-time GRAMMY-winning producer, named one of the 100 most influential people in the world by Time and the most successful producer in any genre by Rolling Stone. He has collaborated with artists from Tom Petty to Adele, Johnny Cash to the Red Hot Chili Peppers, Beastie Boys to Slayer, Kanye West to the Strokes, and System of a Down to Jay-Z.
Patton Digger
Simplifying audiobook adventures – this app's ease of use is a delight. Noise reduction and voice tone adjustment are simply amazing.
Manly
I can't get enough of this app's convenience – it has turned my audiobook journey into a delightful habit. ListenBook has become an integral part of my daily routine. Its compatibility with Apple Watch and CarPlay makes it the ultimate companion for various activities. Makes audiobook listening super easy and enjoyable. Thank you! Supports all audio formats I use without issues. Very happy.
Intimidation Station
I've become an audiobook addict, all thanks to this amazing app. I can't imagine my life without this app – it's my daily dose of literature.
Lord Nikon
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London Fox
I'm amazed at how this app seamlessly integrates with my daily routine. This app has enriched my daily routine and added a touch of intellectual stimulation. This app's versatility and convenience have transformed my screen time into a productive reading journey. The app is perfect for road trips. It keeps me entertained for hours.
Cuff Queen
This app has become my loyal companion during travels and relaxation times. ListenBook's noise reduction feature in the Pro version is a testament to the app's commitment to audio quality. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a delightful feature. Sharing is caring!
Bowler
Looping playback is a game-changer for my study sessions. It helps me absorb information more effectively. ListenBook has all the features I need in an audiobook app. My top choice!
Miss Twilight
ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch makes it an essential companion for my daily commutes and workouts. It's convenience at its finest! Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a fun and convenient way to share the magic of storytelling with friends and family, sparking meaningful discussions.
BlackExcalibur
Listening to audiobooks has become my guilt-free indulgence, and I love it. Simplifying my audiobook experience – this app's design is a game-changer. Adjusting the tone of the voice is a unique feature that adds a personalized touch to the listening experience. I love the ability to import books from my computer. It’s so easy.
Rook
ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch integration has made my daily activities more seamless and convenient. 💼 Enhancing work-from-home productivity – audiobooks make even the most routine tasks a delight. 💻📖 The app's performance is unparalleled. It's like it's tailor-made for my device. Tone adjustment adds a new layer of personalization to my audiobook experience. It's like having the narrator tailor the voice to my preferences. 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.
Freak
The app's compatibility with CarPlay is a dream for road trips. It keeps me entertained. The statistics tracking feature is eye-opening. I never realized how much time I spend on audiobooks until now! Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is a revelation. It enhances the audio quality and makes listening comfortable. With ListenBook Pro, long audiobooks are no problem. I love it!
Ozzie Treat
ListenBook is a game-changer – it plays a wide variety of formats without any conversion needed. The statistics feature in ListenBook provides valuable insights into my audiobook consumption habits. Chapters make it so easy to pick up where I left off. No more hunting around. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a delightful feature. Sharing is caring! I love the ability to share my progress with friends. It’s a fun feature.
Wild Hair
This app has made audiobook listening an integral part of my daily routine – it's a habit I cherish. Simplifying my audiobook experience – this app's design is remarkable. This was a competent audiobook production with no major flaws. The narrator's voice was pleasant enough and the audio quality was acceptable, though not exceptional. While the performance didn't particularly stand out, it served its purpose adequately for my daily commute.
QuantumQuill
ListenBook's basic audio filters enhance my listening experience and make it uniquely mine. I love the chapter navigation feature. ListenBook makes it easy to find specific sections.
Flint
ListenBook has turned my audio content into an immersive, personalized, and unforgettable experience. The chapter navigation is a lifesaver. It makes finding my place so easy.
Cupid Dust
This app's convenience has revolutionized the way I experience books. Looping playback has revolutionized my language learning journey. I'm making rapid progress. The audio filters make a noticeable difference. ListenBook provides an excellent listening experience.
Darkside Isis
This app has turned my cooking sessions into culinary adventures with a side of stories. ListenBook's versatile features have made my audiobook experience more enjoyable than ever. WiFi downloads save a lot of time. Great feature! I love the ability to change the playback speed. It’s perfect for my needs. ListenBook is the ultimate audiobook player. The app supports all formats, and the import process is seamless. I love the playback history feature—it’s so easy to revisit my favorite parts. Highly recommend this app!
High Heel Goddess
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Jade Fox
🎉 Finding the perfect audiobook is a breeze with this app's robust search and recommendation features. My reading list has never been better! 📚💫 ListenBook's compatibility with a wide array of audio formats makes it my ultimate audiobook companion. The audio filters make a noticeable difference. ListenBook provides an excellent listening experience.
Juno Cream
🎧 Elevating my reading experience – this app's intuitive controls and organization features make audiobook enjoyment effortless. 📱📖 Finally, an app that lets me enjoy audiobooks without worrying about file formats! The sound quality is excellent. It feels like I’m in the story.
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