Book description
The bestselling guide to learning a new language and remembering what you learned, now revised and updated"A brilliant and thoroughly modern guide . . . If you want a new language to stick, start here."-Gary Marcus, cognitive psychologist and author of the New York Times bestseller Guitar ZeroGabriel Wyner speaks seven foreign languages fluently. He didn't learn them in school-who does? Rather, he mastered each one on his own, drawing on free online resources, short practice sessions, and his knowledge of neuroscience and linguistics.In Fluent Forever, Wyner shares his foolproof method for learning any language. It starts by hacking the way your brain naturally encodes information. You'll discover how to hear new sounds and train your tongue to produce them accurately. You'll connect spellings and sounds to images so that you start thinking in a new language without translating. With spaced-repetition systems, you'll build a foundation for your language in a week and learn hundreds of words a month-with just a few minutes of practice each day. This revised edition also shares fresh strategies that Wyner has refined over years of study. You'll learn to use your interests to curate vocabulary that you'll actually be excited to study fast-track fluency, with a new appendix devoted to conversation strategies with native speakers compile the best language-learning tool kit for your budget harness the science of motivation and habit building to turbocharge your progress find the perfect level of difficulty with reading and listening comprehension to stay engaged and avoid frustrationWith suggestions for helpful study aids and a wealth of free resources, the intuitive techniques in this book will offer you the most efficient and rewarding way to learn a new language.
Metal Lady
I've started a book club with my friends, and this app has been our go-to source for titles. As a visually impaired person, this app has opened up a new world of stories for me. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a delightful way to share the joy of storytelling with friends and family. It fosters connections and conversations. Binaural audio processing really works. Less fatigue during long listening sessions.
Canine Hannibal
ListenBook's compatibility with different formats ensures I never have to worry about file conversions. With this app, reading is no longer a luxury – it's an essential part of my day. Navigating through chapters is effortless with ListenBook. It's a user-friendly and intuitive experience. I'm impressed by the app's compatibility with CarPlay. It keeps me entertained on long drives.
Trash Pocky
Audiobook enthusiasts, rejoice! This app's design focuses on seamless interaction. Book groups help me keep series together and navigate my collection more efficiently. A great feature! The interface is sleek and intuitive, making my audiobook experience a joy.
Hidden Tree
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Pitfall Whiskers
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Jetta Talent
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Tabasco Dracula
The bookmark feature is a lifesaver – no more losing my place in the story! 💼 Making every minute count – this app's ease of use ensures I'm always making progress in my audiobook adventures. 📱📖 The app's performance is beyond impressive. It's like it's tailor-made for my device.
Con Mammoth
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LyRz
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Mr. Alien
Thanks to this app, I can enjoy the world of literature without missing a beat in my fast-paced life. The statistics tracking feature is a gem. I'm surprised by how much time I spend on audiobooks! ListenBook’s support for CarPlay is great. I can listen to audiobooks in my car easily. ListenBook’s playback is silky-smooth. The app never glitches. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books while exercising.
Infinite Hole
No more straining my eyes to read – now I can simply immerse myself in storytelling. This app makes traffic jams a breeze – time flies by while I'm engrossed in a story. I love how this app's user-friendly interface allows me to navigate through chapters and controls effortlessly. This app's convenience has made me fall in love with audiobooks all over again.
Eerie
Adjustable playback speed is a brilliant feature. It adds a layer of customization to my audiobook enjoyment. An average audiobook experience. Nothing was wrong with it—the narration was fine, and the story was okay—but nothing particularly stood out. It served its purpose as entertainment during my commute.
Rook
This app has made my road trips and flights infinitely more enjoyable. 🧘♀️☕ Savoring moments of tranquility with a cup of tea and captivating tales! 🍵📖 The app's compatibility with CarPlay has made my road trips so much more enjoyable. The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening time.
Boo
ListenBook has revolutionized my audiobook experience. Now I can enjoy my favorite lectures and speeches with ease! I'm hooked on this app's ability to make every moment a reading moment. The ability to download audio directly within the app is a lifesaver. ListenBook is incredibly convenient.
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Audiobooks have transformed my daily walks into a time of inspiration and learning. Audiobooks have made waiting in lines and queues so much more bearable. 🏃♀️🌟 Experiencing stories while staying active – this app's functionality enhances my walks and runs like never before. 🎧🏞️ The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books while exercising.
EchoEnigma
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Skull Crusher
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3D Waffle
This app has transformed my daily walks into exciting literary adventures. 🎶📚 Replacing tunes with stories – my house is alive with the sound of narration! 🎧🏠 Finally, an app that lets me organize my audiobooks effortlessly. The library organization and book groups feature make navigation a breeze. ListenBook's sharing options make it easy to share the joy of captivating stories with friends and family.
Goatee Shield
The ability to download audio from network devices directly within ListenBook is incredibly convenient. I'm in awe of how this app has made reading seamlessly fit into my lifestyle.
High Deck
ListenBook's dedication to providing an exceptional listening experience shines through in every aspect of the app. ListenBook's user-friendly interface and quick access to chapters enhance my overall listening experience.
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