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NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER Read with Jenna Book Club Pick as Featured on Today A "dazzling" novel that "will break your heart and put it back together again" (J. Courtney Sullivan, bestselling author of Saints for All Occasions) about a young boy who must learn to go on after surviving tragedy NAMED ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR BY The Washington Post Parade LibraryReads * "A reading experience that leaves you profoundly altered for the better . . . Don't miss this one."--Jodi Picoult, bestselling author of Small Great Things and A Spark of Light What does it mean not just to survive, but to truly live? One summer morning, twelve-year-old Edward Adler, his beloved older brother, his parents, and 183 other passengers board a flight in Newark headed for Los Angeles. Among them are a Wall Street wunderkind, a young woman coming to terms with an unexpected pregnancy, an injured veteran returning from Afghanistan, a business tycoon, and a free-spirited woman running away from her controlling husband. Halfway across the country, the plane crashes. Edward is the sole survivor. Edward's story captures the attention of the nation, but he struggles to find a place in a world without his family. He continues to feel that a part of himself has been left in the sky, forever tied to the plane and all of his fellow passengers. But then he makes an unexpected discovery--one that will lead him to the answers of some of life's most profound questions: When you've lost everything, how do you find the strength to put one foot in front of the other? How do you learn to feel safe again? How do you find meaning in your life? Dear Edward is at once a transcendent coming-of-age story, a multidimensional portrait of an unforgettable cast of characters, and a breathtaking illustration of all the ways a broken heart learns to love again. Praise for Dear Edward "Dear Edward made me think, nod in recognition, care about its characters, and cry, and you can't ask more of a novel than that."--Emma Donoghue, New York Times bestselling author of Room "Weaving past and present into a profoundly beautiful, page-turning story of mystery, loss, and wonder, Dear Edward is a meditation on survival, but more important, it is about carving a life worth living. It is about love and hope and caring for others, and all the transitory moments that bind us together."--Hannah Tinti, author of The Twelve Lives of Samuel Hawley and The Good Thief
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER Read with Jenna Book Club Pick as Featured on Today A "dazzling" novel that "will break your heart and put it back together again" (J. Courtney Sullivan, bestselling author of Saints for All Occasions) about a young boy who must learn to go on after surviving tragedy NAMED ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR BY The Washington Post Parade LibraryReads "A reading experience that leaves you profoundly altered for the better . . . Don't miss this one."-Jodi Picoult, bestselling author of Small Great Things and A Spark of Light What does it mean not just to survive, but to truly live? One summer morning, twelve-year-old Edward Adler, his beloved older brother, his parents, and 183 other passengers board a flight in Newark headed for Los Angeles. Among them are a Wall Street wunderkind, a young woman coming to terms with an unexpected pregnancy, an injured veteran returning from Afghanistan, a business tycoon, and a free-spirited woman running away from her controlling husband. Halfway across the country, the plane crashes. Edward is the sole survivor. Edward's story captures the attention of the nation, but he struggles to find a place in a world without his family. He continues to feel that a part of himself has been left in the sky, forever tied to the plane and all of his fellow passengers. But then he makes an unexpected discovery-one that will lead him to the answers of some of life's most profound questions: When you've lost everything, how do you find the strength to put one foot in front of the other? How do you learn to feel safe again? How do you find meaning in your life? Dear Edward is at once a transcendent coming-of-age story, a multidimensional portrait of an unforgettable cast of characters, and a breathtaking illustration of all the ways a broken heart learns to love again. Praise for Dear Edward "Dear Edward made me think, nod in recognition, care about its characters, and cry, and you can't ask more of a novel than that."-Emma Donoghue, New York Times bestselling author of Room "Weaving past and present into a profoundly beautiful, page-turning story of mystery, loss, and wonder, Dear Edward is a meditation on survival, but more important, it is about carving a life worth living. It is about love and hope and caring for others, and all the transitory moments that bind us together."-Hannah Tinti, author of The Twelve Lives of Samuel Hawley and The Good Thief
Bleeker
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Wolf Tribune
Adjusting the narrator's voice tone is a fun way to personalize the listening experience. Looping playback is my favorite study tool. It's a game-changer for mastering challenging content. Tone adjustment adds a personalized touch to the narration, making the audiobook experience even more immersive. Beautiful layout and easy access to chapters. Really impressed with ListenBook. This served its purpose as background listening while I worked. I probably missed some details but the narrator's voice was pleasant enough.
Gabriel Dandelion
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RealmRanger
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Cream
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Jungle King
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Crumb Cake
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ButterQuest
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CuriousCrafter
Audiobook enthusiasts, rejoice! This app's thoughtful features, such as auto-rewind and chapter navigation, cater perfectly to our storytelling cravings. 🎉📚 Binaural audio processing really works. Less fatigue during long listening sessions.
Eye Candy Kitten
The family subscription option is a money-saver – everyone gets to enjoy their favorite books. ListenBook has revolutionized my audiobook experience. Now I can enjoy my favorite lectures and speeches with ease! I’ve been using ListenBook for months, and it’s been a fantastic experience. The app is lightweight, doesn’t drain my battery, and works perfectly in the background. The equalizer and voice boost features are amazing. Highly recommend! ListenBook has completely changed how I enjoy audiobooks. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate. Five stars!
Star Jammer
I can't believe how easily this app has fit into my daily routine. 💡 This app's convenience is a blessing – I can squeeze in reading time between managing household tasks! 📱👩🍳 The adjustable playback speed feature is a true innovation. It adds a personalized touch to my listening. ListenBook is the ultimate audiobook player. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate, making it a joy to use. Five stars! A perfectly acceptable audiobook that fulfilled its purpose. The narration was competent if not particularly memorable, and the production quality was standard for the genre. It served as decent background entertainment during mundane tasks.
Mr. 44
This app has made me appreciate the art of storytelling even more. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is fantastic. ListenBook's extensive library and user-friendly interface have made it my go-to app. ListenBook Pro has taken my audiobook experience to the next level. No regrets! CUE playlist support is a brilliant feature that allows me to create customized listening experiences for different moods, activities, and moments of the day.
Hyper Kong
I'm grateful for this app, as it allows me to keep up with my reading even while multitasking. With this app, I can dive into captivating narratives while cooking, cleaning, or commuting – pure magic! Looping playback is my favorite feature. It's perfect for revisiting complex content. Automated artwork and metadata retrieval add a professional touch to my carefully curated audiobook collection.
Feral Cookie
The bookmark feature is a lifesaver – no more losing my place in the story! ListenBook's intuitive design and thoughtful features have made my audiobook experience delightful. CUE playlist support is a brilliant feature that allows me to create customized listening experiences for different moods, activities, and moments of the day. ListenBook has rekindled my passion for learning. I'm exploring new topics every day. The voice boost feature is amazing. It makes every word crystal clear.
RealmRanger
Gone are the days of straining my eyes to read – this app lets me 'read' with my ears, anywhere, anytime. Automated artwork and metadata retrieval add a professional touch to my carefully curated audiobook collection. I love the bookmarking feature. ListenBook makes it easy to pick up where I left off. 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!
Mallow Man
I've been able to tackle my reading list like never before, thanks to this app. I'm addicted to this app's ability to seamlessly blend books into my life. The library organization feature is a blessing. My audiobooks are finally organized and easy to find.
Forger
I've become a more empathetic listener and reader, thanks to the power of audiobooks. I'm amazed at how this app has made my daily activities more enjoyable and intellectually stimulating. The app's compatibility with CarPlay adds an extra layer of convenience, especially during road trips. No need for file conversion is a game-changer. Love using ListenBook on my iPhone. ListenBook’s interface is clean and intuitive. It’s a joy to use.
ManBreaker
With this app, I can seamlessly switch between audiobooks and real life. The interface is clean and intuitive. I was up and running in seconds. ListenBook Pro is worth every penny. Unlimited audiobook length? Count me in! Automated artwork and metadata extraction make my audiobook library look neat and professional.
Pusher
Listening to audiobooks has turned mundane tasks into enjoyable experiences. I can't imagine my audiobook routine without ListenBook's intuitive and user-friendly design. With this app, my daily routines have become moments of intellectual discovery and personal fulfillment. Decent audiobook but I think I would have enjoyed reading it more. Some of the more subtle humor didn't quite land in the audio format.
Tea Kettle
My child has also fallen in love with audiobooks, all thanks to the app's kid-friendly collection. I've never been this excited about my daily commute – thank you, audiobooks! ListenBook has brought stories back into my life, making every moment a new adventure. This app is my constant companion, making every moment a chance to discover new worlds. The app's performance is unparalleled. It's like it's tailor-made for my device.
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