Book description
WINNER OF THE PORCHLIGHT BUSINESS BOOK AWARD - "A delightful, compelling book that offers a dazzling array of practical, thoughtful exercises designed to spark creativity, help solve problems, foster connection, and make our lives better."--Gretchen Rubin, New York Times bestselling author and host of the Happier podcast In an era of ambiguous, messy problems--as well as extraordinary opportunities for positive change--it's vital to have both an inquisitive mind and the ability to act with intention. Creative Acts for Curious People is filled with ways to build those skills with resilience, care, and confidence. At Stanford University's world-renowned Hasso Plattner Institute of Design, aka "the d.school," students and faculty, experts and seekers bring together diverse perspectives to tackle ambitious projects; this book contains the experiences designed to help them do it. A provocative and highly visual companion, it's a definitive resource for people who aim to draw on their curiosity and creativity in the face of uncertainty. Teeming with ideas about discovery, learning, and leading the way through unknown creative territory, Creative Acts for Curious People includes memorable stories and more than eighty innovative exercises. Curated by executive director Sarah Stein Greenberg, after being honed in the classrooms of the d.school, these exercises originated in some of the world's most inventive and unconventional minds, including those of d.school and IDEO founder David M. Kelley, ReadyMade magazine founder Grace Hawthorne, innovative choreographer Aleta Hayes, Google chief innovation evangelist Frederik G. Pferdt, and many more. To bring fresh approaches to any challenge-world changing or close to home-you can draw on exercises such as Expert Eyes to hone observation skills, How to Talk to Strangers to foster understanding, and Designing Tools for Teams to build creative leadership. The activities are at once lighthearted, surprising, tough, and impactful-and reveal how the hidden dynamics of design can drive more vibrant ways of making, feeling, exploring, experimenting, and collaborating at work and in life. This book will help you develop the behaviors and deepen the mindsets that can turn your curiosity into ideas, and your ideas into action.
Nibbler
I'm grateful for ListenBook's seamless compatibility with a variety of formats β it's a true lifesaver. Great for multitasking! I listened while cooking, driving, and even working out, and it kept me entertained the whole time. The narratorβs voice was pleasant, and the story flowed smoothly. Very enjoyable!
ByteBard
This app's ease of use has made my daily tasks so much more enjoyable. Navigating chapters is a breeze with ListenBook. It's a user-friendly and seamless experience. This audiobook was an absolute pleasure to listen to! The narrator's voice was rich and expressive, perfectly capturing the tone of the material. I found myself completely immersed in the story, often sitting in my car longer than necessary just to hear what happened next. The production quality was excellent with clear audio throughout.
Mt. Indiana
ListenBook's intuitive controls and beautiful layout make my audiobook experience a delightful one. ListenBook's sleek interface and precise controls make it a joy to use during my daily listening sessions. π Making each day a new chapter β this app keeps me hooked from morning to night! ππ I love the chapter navigation feature. ListenBook makes it easy to find specific sections. Iβve been using ListenBook for months, and itβs been a fantastic experience. The app is lightweight, doesnβt drain my battery, and works perfectly in the background. The equalizer and voice boost features are amazing. Highly recommend!
The Final Judgement
No more straining my eyes to read β now I can simply immerse myself in storytelling. This app's customizable features, from playback speed to filters, are fantastic. ListenBook has redefined my audiobook experience. It's an essential tool that enhances every listening session. The app is so easy to set up. I was listening to my books in no time. I love the ability to change the playback speed. Itβs perfect for my needs.
Midnight Rider
An audiobook lover's dream come true. So many options, I'm in heaven! Looping playback is a game-changer for my study routine. It helps me retain information effectively. The app's support for multiple formats is flawless. Very satisfied. ListenBookβs audio quality is excellent. The app enhances my listening experience.
Frenzy
Audiobooks have become my escape from reality β a journey into captivating worlds. I never knew my daily walks could be so fulfilling β all thanks to this app. With ListenBook, I can keep track of my audiobook consumption and explore new content with ease. The audio filters in ListenBook allow me to customize my listening experience. Speed up or slow down playbackβit's all up to me!
Feral Filly
ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch integration ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks wherever I go. The ability to download audio from network devices directly within ListenBook is incredibly convenient. An audiobook lover's dream come true! This app's seamless functionality and diverse format support make it my go-to choice for immersive storytelling. ππ§ ListenBook has redefined my audiobook experience. It's an essential tool that enhances every listening session. A wonderful performance! The narrator captured the mood of the book perfectly, making it easy to visualize each scene. The audio quality was crisp, and the pacing kept me hooked from start to finish.
Jungle King
ListenBook's compatibility with various formats means I can now enjoy all my favorite audiobooks in one place. ListenBook's seamless audio player has turned my listening sessions into moments of pure delight.
Preach Man
This app has reignited my passion for reading, and I'm forever grateful. This app is like having a personal library with me wherever I go. ListenBook has made my daily walks so much more enjoyable. I'm always learning now! Unlimited length audiobooks with ListenBook Pro are a huge plus! The app is so versatile. It works with all my audiobook formats.
Rusty Vortex
I can't get enough of this app's convenience β it has turned my audiobook journey into a delightful habit. Adjusting the tone of the narrator's voice adds a layer of personalization that I never knew I needed. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature enhances the audio quality to an impressive degree.
Trixie
The bookmark feature is a lifesaver β no more losing my place in the story! Audiobook enjoyment redefined β this app's design focuses on the essentials.
Wings
π§ Fueling my audiobook addiction with this fantastic app β pure listening pleasure! ππ₯ Automated artwork and metadata retrieval add a professional touch to my carefully curated audiobook collection. I love the download options. ListenBook gives me so many ways to get my audiobooks onto my device.
Stone Boomstick
I've become a more empathetic listener thanks to the emotional depth of audiobooks. With this app, reading is as simple as pressing play β it's genius! I'm amazed at how this app has made reading such a natural part of my day. Quick access to chapters is so handy. Navigating through content is a breeze.
Cool Whip
I've become addicted to this app β in the best possible way! π Say goodbye to boredom during long drives β this app makes road trips fly by! ππ Effortless audiobook exploration β this app's design is a reader's dream.
Short Firecracker
This app is my secret weapon for making the most of my free time. This app is a blessing for those with busy schedules β it's like time travel through stories. ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a fascinating way to add a personal touch to my audiobook journey. A serviceable audiobook that met basic expectations. The narration was clear if somewhat unremarkable, and the production quality was standard without any noticeable technical issues. It kept me moderately engaged during workouts but didn't leave a lasting impression.
IdeaAlchemy
ListenBook's commitment to providing a smooth and enjoyable listening experience is evident in every detail. As someone who listens to audiobooks daily, I can confidently say ListenBook is the best player out there. The sleep timer and auto-rewind features are lifesavers, and the sound quality is exceptional. Thank you for such a great app!
Atomic Blastoid
ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch integration is a brilliant touch. Kudos to ListenBook for the intuitive design and easy-to-use controls. It's evident that they've put a lot of thought into user experience. The intuitive chapter navigation and quick access to controls make my audiobook experience seamless. The app is perfect for long flights. It keeps me entertained the whole time.
Ice
ListenBook's seamless integration with CarPlay enhances my daily commute, making it a productive and enjoyable experience. With this app, I've found a way to make long flights and road trips more enjoyable and enlightening. Downloading over WiFi is super efficient. Saves a lot of time.
Rando Tank
Audiobooks have become my escape from reality β a journey into captivating worlds. π§ββοΈ Finding zen through storytelling β this app makes meditation even more calming. π§ββοΈπ§
Lava Nibbler
I love that I can enjoy audiobooks while cooking elaborate meals in the kitchen. ππ Reigniting my passion for books β this app is my newfound reading obsession! π₯π§ ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a blessing for clear and distraction-free listening. The listening stats feature is awesome. I can track my audiobook habits effortlessly.
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