Book description
New York Times bestselling author and poet Maggie Smith distills creativity and the craft of writing with a practical guide perfect for fans of Elizabeth Gilbert's Big Magic and Anne Lamott's Bird by Bird.Drawing from her twenty years of teaching experience and her bestselling Substack newsletter, For Dear Life, Maggie Smith breaks down creativity into ten essential elements: attention, wonder, vision, play, surprise, vulnerability, restlessness, tenacity, connection, and hope. Each element is explored through short, inspiring, and craft-focused essays, followed by generative writing prompts. Dear Writer provides tools that artists of all experience levels can apply to their own creative practices and carry with them into all genres and all areas of life.
Zero Corn
The narrators on this app are truly talented – they bring characters to life. I'm blown away by the silky-smooth playback, even for high-quality formats like FLAC. Top-notch performance! I can't get enough of the app's sleek interface and intuitive controls. It's a joy to use!
InfinityInsight
Thank you for making literature more accessible, enjoyable, and immersive. This app is a game-changer! Audiobooks made convenient – this app's functionality is a true gift. ListenBook’s support for CarPlay is great. I can listen to audiobooks in my car easily.
Trixie Doodle
This app has enriched my daily routine and added a touch of intellectual stimulation. 🎧 My daily chores just got an upgrade! Thanks to this app, I can dive into captivating stories while cooking and cleaning. 📚🍳 Bookmarks are a lifesaver for my study materials. I can easily revisit important sections. The app is very user-friendly. ListenBook makes listening to audiobooks a breeze. The app’s design is sleek and modern. ListenBook is my favorite audiobook player.
Dark Horse
ListenBook's audio filters have given me the power to tailor my listening experience to my preferences. Finally, an app that lets me enjoy audiobooks without worrying about file formats! I appreciate the dark mode option. It’s easy on the eyes during nighttime listening.
Despair
Background play feature lets me multitask while enjoying a book – brilliant! ListenBook's compatibility with multiple downloading methods ensures there's always a way to get my content.
Devil Blade
ListenBook's interface is sleek and user-friendly, making navigation a breeze. 🎉 This app's functionality is a masterpiece – it seamlessly integrates audiobooks into my daily routine. 📚🎨 Audiobook multitasking made easy – this app's functionality is a marvel. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books while commuting. This was a workmanlike audiobook that did the job without flair. The narration was clear and the pacing appropriate, though the delivery lacked some emotional depth. The production quality was acceptable with no major technical issues.
Moxie
The sheer variety of genres available ensures there's something for everyone. With ListenBook, my audio content is organized, accessible, and ready to inspire me. ⭐️ Turning mundane tasks into exciting adventures – this app makes folding laundry a breeze with audiobooks! 👚🎧 This is exactly what I look for in an audiobook! The narrator's pleasant voice and excellent diction made even complex passages easy to follow. I appreciated the subtle but effective use of pauses and emphasis that added depth to the listening experience. Finished it in record time because I couldn't stop listening.
Red Hot Kevorkian
ListenBook's features are a dream come true for anyone who loves to learn on the go. This app's convenience has transformed my reading habits – it's a game-changer. Audiobook multitasking simplified – this app's functionality is truly commendable. Great for both casual listening and studying. The audio filters are a nice touch. I love the ability to change the playback speed. It’s perfect for my needs.
InsightInkwell
ListenBook's features make it the ultimate audio companion for any audiobook enthusiast. Audiobook lovers, rejoice! This app's functionality is a game-changer. Seamlessly switch between formats and enjoy a hassle-free reading experience. 📱🎧 The range of supported formats is astounding. No more compatibility issues! Adjusting playback speed has transformed the way I consume audiobooks. I can tailor the pacing to match my learning style and preferences. Fairly enjoyable, but forgettable. I didn’t have any major complaints, but I also don’t see myself revisiting this one. It was a decent way to spend a few hours, though.
Sexual Chocolate
ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch has made my listening experience even more seamless. 💼 Making work hours fly by with captivating stories – a true work-life balance! 💻📖 This served its purpose as background listening while I worked. I probably missed some details but the narrator's voice was pleasant enough.
Pearl Girl
This app has turned my household chores into moments of intellectual growth. With this app, reading is as simple as pressing play – it's genius! The app's performance is beyond impressive. It's like it's tailor-made for my device. This app is a game-changer for audiobook lovers! The interface is clean and easy to use.
Stud
Audiobooks have become a part of my self-care routine, thanks to this app. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction is a lifesaver. I can hear clearly even in noisy environments. ListenBook has become my go-to app for all audiobooks. Full of useful features. The app is perfect for people who love to read but don’t have the time.
Good William
🎶📚 Tuning in to the symphony of stories – audiobooks are the soundtrack of my daily routines. 🎵📚 Perfect for studying with its playback controls and audio filters. Excellent app!
WordWanderer
🎧 Navigating through narratives has never been simpler – this app's functionality enhances my audiobook journey. 📚💫 ListenBook is my constant companion during workouts. The controls are so easy to use. No more fussing with synchronization – this app just gets it done! The app is very easy to use. ListenBook makes managing my audiobook library simple. The app is perfect for language learners. The playback speed control is a game-changer.
Phoenix Tetra
ListenBook's configurable auto-rewind after interruptions is a smart addition that keeps me on track. This app has turned even the most ordinary moments into reading sessions.
Low Menace
The narrator's voices are so engaging, it's like having a personal storytelling session. Finally, an app that lets me organize my audiobooks effortlessly. The library organization and book groups feature make navigation a breeze. ListenBook's extensive format support makes it the ultimate audiobook app for any audiobook lover.
Spider Fuji
Adjusting the tone of the voice is a creative feature. It allows for a unique and personalized experience. Binaural audio processing reduces fatigue during long listening sessions. A fantastic feature!
InsightInkwell
Binaural audio processing is amazing. Reduced my listening fatigue significantly. 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!
Feral Filly
Finally, an app that lets me organize my audiobooks effortlessly. The library organization and book groups feature make navigation a breeze. I've never experienced such silky-smooth playback even with high-quality FLAC files.
CosPlatoon
Thanks to ListenBook, I'm now exploring different genres and formats I never thought I would. 💡 The future of audiobook listening is here – this app's sleek functionality redefines how we enjoy our favorite stories. 🎧🔮 I love how ListenBook makes it easy to organize my audiobook library. The app supports all formats, and the import process is a breeze. The playback controls are responsive, and the sound quality is excellent. Highly recommend!
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