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.
Serendipity
ListenBook's seamless integration with CarPlay has made my drives more informative. ποΈ Basking in the sun while indulging in literary adventures β this app makes outdoor relaxation even better. βοΈπ Audiobook multitasking made easy β this app's functionality is top-notch. I love how customizable the playback speed is. It makes listening so much more enjoyable. I love the ability to change the playback pitch. Itβs a unique feature.
Mad Kid
ListenBook has revolutionized my audiobook experience. Now I can enjoy my favorite lectures and speeches with ease! ListenBook's seamless integration with CarPlay has made my drives more informative. Effortlessly managing my audiobook collection β this app's functionality is a winner. Bookmarks are a lifesaver for my study materials. I can easily revisit important sections. I love the ability to share my progress with friends. Itβs a fun feature.
Roadspike
This app has made multitasking a breeze β I can 'read' while I work! ListenBook has transformed my daily activities into opportunities for learning and enjoyment.
Shooter
ListenBook has become my workout buddy. It keeps me entertained and motivated during exercise. Finally, an audiobook player that supports all formats! No more converting files.
Sugar Apple
Audiobooks have made my workouts more enjoyable, and I'm seeing results! ListenBook's support for various download methods means I can acquire new content in a way that suits me best. ListenBook's audio filters have transformed the way I experience audio content β it's a real game-changer. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a fantastic addition that enhances my audio experience. With this app, my daily routines have become moments of intellectual discovery and personal fulfillment.
Mr. Lucky
The ListenBook app has enriched my daily life, adding a layer of intellectual and emotional fulfillment. 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. The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening time.
Marine Dre
ListenBook's focus on quality and user experience has made it my go-to app for audiobooks and educational content. I can't imagine my daily rituals without this app β it's a constant source of joy. With this app, I can read anytime, anywhere β it's a reader's dream come true. ListenBook's easy sharing options make it a breeze to introduce friends to my favorite audiobooks. Sharing is caring! ListenBookβs playback is silky-smooth. The app never glitches.
Trouble Mittens
The ability to listen to books while multitasking is a game-changer for me. ListenBook has turned my ordinary moments into extraordinary journeys of the mind.
Granola
The diverse selection of audiobooks has made me fall in love with storytelling all over again. Looping playback is my secret weapon for language learning. It's revolutionized my approach.
Low Menace
ListenBook has redefined the way I experience stories, turning every moment into an adventure. With this app, audiobook listening has become an integral part of my daily routines β it's pure bliss.
Lady Fantastic
I can now explore books beyond my preferred genre, broadening my reading horizons. ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch integration has made multitasking with audio content a breeze. This audiobook was a fantastic listen! The narrator's voice was clear and engaging, making it easy to follow along. The pacing was just rightβnot too fast, not too slow. Perfect for long commutes or relaxing at home. Highly recommend!
Nightmare King
Effortless audiobook exploration β this app's functionality is a true delight. ListenBook has streamlined my audiobook experience. It's a must-have app for enthusiasts. I love the download options. ListenBook gives me so many ways to get my audiobooks onto my device.
Star Scratch
I've started reading more books than ever before, all thanks to this app. Chapters, configurable auto-rewind, and bookmarks on ListenBook keep me in control of my content.
MrOnsTr
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro adds a personalized touch to my audiobook experience. Audiobook multitasking made simple β this app's functionality is a true delight. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun way to spread the joy.
Tunez
I'm blown away by ListenBook's ability to play diverse formats flawlessly β it's a game-changer. ListenBook has redefined my workout routine. The controls are so user-friendly. This app is perfect for anyone who loves audiobooks. The interface is sleek and modern, and the playback controls are super responsive. I also appreciate the cloud integration, which lets me access my books from anywhere. Great work!
RiddleRover
π‘ This app has made my daily schedule more interesting β 'reading' on the go! π±πΆββοΈ The app is so easy to use. I was up and running in minutes.
Dez Bonbon
I can't believe I waited so long to start listening to audiobooks β this app has converted me! I can't imagine my life without this app β it's my daily dose of literary magic. The interface is clean and intuitive. I was up and running in seconds. The app is so user-friendly. Even my grandma can use it! The app is perfect for people who love to multitask. I can listen while cooking.
Roadspike
ListenBook has taken my audio content to new heights, making every moment more meaningful. I love how this app's user-friendly interface allows me to navigate through chapters and controls effortlessly. CUE playlist support is a rare gem. Perfect for organizing content efficiently. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a revelation. It elevates the audio quality, providing a clear and immersive listening experience that enhances my enjoyment.
Cupid Dust
Audiobooks at my fingertips β this app's functionality is a true marvel. The playback history is a great feature. I can easily revisit my favorite parts.
Fire Fish
ListenBook's powerful audio downloading features are a dream come true β no more hassles! This app has transformed my screen time into valuable learning and entertainment. πΆββοΈπ Exploring stories as I stroll β audiobooks have turned my walks into inspiring journeys of imagination. ποΈπ§ Binaural audio processing reduces listening fatigue. Fantastic feature!
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