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.
SprkR
This app's ease of use has made reading an integral part of my everyday life. Audiobook joy made simple – this app's ease of use is commendable. I can’t believe how easy it is to manage my audiobook library with ListenBook. Highly recommended! ListenBook’s audio filters are great. The app provides a high-quality listening experience.
CuriousCoder
ListenBook's library organization and book groups help me keep my content neatly sorted. Audiobooks on this app have made my workouts more enjoyable and productive. I'm impressed by ListenBook's ability to extract artwork and metadata automatically. 📚 Who needs TV when you have this app? Every moment is a storytelling session! 📺🎧 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.
DuckDuck
I'm hooked on this app – it's like Netflix for book lovers! Tone adjustment is a brilliant addition that lets me personalize the narration to my liking. It adds an extra layer of connection to the audiobooks. I love how easy it is to download audiobooks with ListenBook. The app is incredibly convenient. I love the ability to change the playback pitch. It’s a unique feature.
Candy Butcher
The extensive statistics feature on ListenBook helps me track my audiobook consumption habits – so cool! Noise reduction is magic. I can finally enjoy dictaphone recordings without discomfort. Automated metadata extraction is a time-saver. My library is so organized now. This audiobook was an absolute pleasure to listen to! The narrator's voice was rich and expressive, perfectly capturing the tone of the material. I found myself completely immersed in the story, often sitting in my car longer than necessary just to hear what happened next. The production quality was excellent with clear audio throughout.
Leaf Assassin
ListenBook's support for various download methods and audio formats ensures that I can always find what I'm looking for. The noise reduction feature on ListenBook Pro is a godsend for clear and comfortable listening. ListenBook has brought a whole new level of convenience and enjoyment to my audiobook experience. ListenBook's player features are incredibly helpful. Chapters and bookmarks make navigation easy. I'm amazed by the app's compatibility with different audio formats. It's truly versatile.
Onion King
This app is a book lover's dream come true – a vast library right at your fingertips. Who knew that commuting could become such an enjoyable reading session? I can't believe how seamless the integration with Apple Watch is. My workouts just got better. Quick access to chapters is a blessing. No more scrolling through endless content. Adjusting playback speed has transformed the way I consume audiobooks. I can tailor the pacing to match my learning style and preferences.
Sky Dahlia
I'm hooked on this app's ability to transform my ordinary moments into exciting opportunities for learning. 🎧 This app is my saving grace! Now I can enjoy my beloved books while cooking up a storm! 📚🍳 Effortless audiobook management – this app's usability is a winner. ListenBook is like a personal audiobook library in my pocket. Organized and easily accessible. Auto-rewind feature is a lifesaver. I never lose my place!
Pexxious
Automated artwork and metadata retrieval make my audiobook library look organized and polished. This app is perfect for audiobook lovers. The interface is beautiful and easy to navigate. ListenBook’s playback speed control is very useful. I can listen at my own pace.
Boo
ListenBook's compatibility with various formats ensures I never miss out on any audio gem. ListenBook has revolutionized how I consume content. It's like having a personal library in my pocket. I don't have strong feelings about this one either way. The narration was competent but forgettable. The story itself was more engaging than the performance.
Romance Guppy
This app has reignited my passion for literature – I'm devouring books like never before. 🎶 Swapping background music for the soothing voices of narrators – audiobooks have become my soundtrack for daily life. 🎵📚
Spider Fuji
Savoring audiobooks without fuss – this app's design is impressive. The app's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch is a huge plus. Finally, an app that understands the power of CUE playlists. Perfect for organizing. With features like auto-rewind, I never lose my place when I pause listening.
Fire Bite
Audiobooks have made my commutes so much more enjoyable, and I'm always excited to listen. Auto-rewind is a brilliant feature. Never lose track of where I left off. The ability to play various audio formats without conversion is very convenient. ListenBook is a great app.
Betty Cricket
The statistics tracking feature is eye-opening. I never realized how much time I spend on audiobooks until now! ListenBook has made listening to audiobooks a breeze. The smooth playback and intuitive interface are unmatched. The audio quality is superb. ListenBook enhances my audiobook experience.
Scare Stone
The basic audio filters are a game-changer. Adjusting playback speed is a breeze. The playback controls are so responsive. No lag at all.
Valley Guardian
Kudos to the developers for making this app iOS 16 optimized. It runs like a dream! ListenBook Pro's unlimited audiobook length is a game-changer.
Bowler
Looping playback is a study aid sent from heaven. It's helping me ace my exams! ListenBook has completely elevated my audiobook experience. It's an integral part of my daily routine.
Hermopolis
ListenBook's comprehensive support for a wide range of audio formats sets it apart from other audiobook apps. I love the compatibility with iOS 16. The app runs smoothly and flawlessly.
Skirble
I can't believe how much I've learned and enjoyed through this app's audiobooks. Drag and drop downloads directly from my web browser? That's a level of convenience I appreciate. I love the statistics feature. It’s fun to see how much I’ve listened.
Take Away
This app is like having a personal library with me wherever I go. Adjusting playback speed has given me greater control over my audiobook experience. I can optimize my learning and enjoyment by customizing the pacing. Perfect narration for this genre! The voice actor’s tone matched the atmosphere of the book, enhancing the overall experience. No complaints—just a smooth, enjoyable listen from beginning to end.
Sw33per
I can't get enough of this app – it's a true game-changer for book lovers. 📚 Farewell, boredom during ironing sessions – audiobooks make it a breeze! 👗🎧 Audiobook lovers, you need this app in your life. The innovative features, from audio filters to compatibility, enhance my reading journey. 🎉🎧 ListenBook's attention to detail in design and functionality sets it apart from other audiobook apps.
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