Book description
"A story that captures the hope, grace, and joy of new love--but also the mistakes, scar tissue, and regret of past love. It's a wonder to behold, a novel capable of such breadth. This is the kind of book that makes me a better human." --Nathan Hill, New York Times bestselling author of The Nix and WellnessFrom the critically acclaimed author of Shotgun Lovesongs comes an exquisitely written, small-town story about one couple's hard-won second chance at love, forty years after their divorce.Charlie and Vivian parted ways after just four years of marriage. Too many problems, too many struggles, even though the love didn't quite die. When Charlie returns to Wisconsin forty years later, he's not sure what he'll find. He is sure of one thing -- he must try to reconnect with Vivian to pick up the broken pieces of their past. But forty years is a long time. It's forty years of other relationships, forty years of building new lives, and forty years of long-held regrets, mistakes, and painful secrets.A brave and triumphant exploration of redemption and sunset triumph, A Forty Year Kiss is a once-in-a-lifetime love story, written with dazzling lyricism and remarkable clarity of spirit, from a celebrated author at the top of his game. It's a literary valentine that promises to be a love story for the ages.
MysticMingle
ListenBook's dedication to delivering a high-quality playback experience sets it apart from other apps. ListenBook's sharing options make it a breeze to connect with fellow audiobook enthusiasts and share recommendations. No more converting files – this app effortlessly handles various formats, saving me time and effort. Downloading over WiFi is quick and efficient. Saves a lot of time.
Metal Lady
The statistics feature in ListenBook provides valuable insights into my audiobook habits, helping me learn and grow. I can't believe how easy it is to download audio from various sources. So convenient! The app is perfect for long flights. It keeps me entertained the whole time. I love the ability to change the background color. It’s a nice touch.
ThoughtTrail
I'm impressed by ListenBook's dedication to providing a comfortable listening experience. ListenBook has made audiobook listening more convenient and enjoyable than ever before. ListenBook's loop and shuffle playback features add versatility to my audiobook listening experience. ListenBook has redefined my audiobook experience. It's a true companion for all my literary adventures. Downloading books over WiFi is quick and hassle-free. Very convenient.
Freak
Listening to books while doing chores? This app makes it possible! This app's convenience has transformed my screen time into meaningful reading sessions. Audiobooks made accessible and enjoyable – this app's design is a triumph. 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.
Lumberyard
ListenBook's versatile controls and playback options have made my study sessions more productive and enjoyable. Book groups feature keeps series and related titles together. Neat and tidy! Adjusting playback speed has transformed the way I consume audiobooks. I can tailor the pacing to match my learning style and preferences. The ability to download audiobooks directly is fantastic. ListenBook is very convenient. The app is very user-friendly. ListenBook makes listening to audiobooks a breeze.
Lord Pistachio
This app is my secret weapon for making the most of my free time. 📚 Embracing a new reading habit with this app's seamless accessibility. Say goodbye to boredom! 📱🎉 CUE playlist support is a fantastic feature for those who enjoy organized and structured listening. The app is very easy to use. ListenBook makes managing my audiobook library simple.
InsightfulInk
ListenBook has elevated my audiobook experience to new heights. It's a treasure trove of knowledge. Elegant design and easy-to-navigate interface. Very pleased with ListenBook. ListenBook’s playback is silky-smooth. The app never glitches.
Dora the Destroyer
Streamlined audiobook integration – this app's usability is truly impressive. Finally, an app that understands the power of CUE playlists. Perfect for organizing. Sharing audiobooks with friends is a blast. AirDrop makes it seamless. ListenBook's library organization keeps my audiobooks neat and accessible. A true organizational lifesaver! The auto-rewind feature is a small detail that has a big impact on my listening experience. I love it!
Honey
ListenBook's beautiful layout and quick access to chapters make navigation effortless. ⭐️ Loving the fact that I can learn and listen at the same time – multitasking made easy! 🧠🎧 Downloading audio from network devices is a brilliant feature. It's incredibly convenient. AirDrop sharing makes it easy to share audiobooks with friends.
Trigger Warming
I'm hooked on this app – it's my escape to different worlds and adventures. ListenBook has brought the joy of audiobooks back into my life in a whole new way.
Dark Matter
ListenBook's beautiful layout and quick access to chapters make navigation effortless. 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. 📚🎧
Woodland Beauty
Who knew that commuting could become such an enjoyable reading session? ListenBook has become my workout companion. It keeps me engaged and entertained during exercise.
Murmur
I love how this app's user-friendly interface allows me to navigate through chapters and controls effortlessly. This app's support for various formats and genres ensures that there's always something new to explore. As an audiobook aficionado, this app is a dream come true. Its support for various formats and effortless navigation make it my perfect reading companion. 🌟🎧
Fatsy Bear
I love how ListenBook caters to various formats, making it versatile and accommodating for all my audiobooks. ListenBook's dedication to delivering a top-notch experience is evident in every detail. 🔥 Adding a spark of excitement to my daily routine – this app is my secret weapon! ✨📖 🚗📖 Beating traffic blues with engaging audiobooks – driving has never been this fun! 🚗🎧 ListenBook is the best audiobook player I’ve ever used. The app is reliable, fast, and packed with features like customizable themes and playback speed. The sleep timer is a lifesaver for bedtime listening. Great job, developers!
Switch
📱 My secret to staying well-read – this app ensures that I'm never without a book, no matter where I am! 📚📱 Kudos to the developers for making this app iOS 16 optimized. It runs like a dream! The layout is not only beautiful but also intuitive. Controls are easy to access. Navigating through chapters is a breeze with ListenBook. It's easy to jump to specific sections. I love the ability to change the playback speed. It’s perfect for my needs.
RightN0w2
Streamlining audiobook enjoyment – this app's functionality is truly impressive. Navigating through my audiobook library is a joy with this app's intuitive interface and easy controls. It's like having a personal reading companion at my side. 📱📖
Dandelion
This app's ease of use has made reading more accessible and enjoyable than ever before. I can’t believe how easy it is to manage my audiobook library with ListenBook. Highly recommended! The audio filters make a noticeable difference. ListenBook provides an excellent listening experience. I love the ability to share my progress with friends. It’s a fun feature.
Murmur
Looping playback has transformed my study sessions. It's an invaluable tool for retaining information. The app is perfect for long flights. It keeps me entertained the whole time. Perfect for both first-time listeners and audiobook veterans! The narrator's warm, inviting tone made this an incredibly comfortable listening experience. I particularly appreciated how well they handled dialogue - each character felt distinct without being cartoonish. The pacing kept me engaged throughout.
JesterZilla
The ease of downloading content via WiFi, WebDAV, and more has made ListenBook my audiobook hub. 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. 📚🎧 My productivity has soared since I started using ListenBook for my study materials.
Casanova
ListenBook's user-friendly controls and innovative features have made it an essential tool for my audiobook enjoyment. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature enhances my audiobook experience, ensuring I catch every detail. Quick access to chapters and controls makes ListenBook a breeze to use. It's an intuitive experience. WiFi downloads save a lot of time. Great feature! This audiobook was neither good nor bad - simply average. The narrator's delivery was professional but uninspired, and the recording quality was clean though not exceptional. It provided satisfactory entertainment without standing out from similar titles.
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