Book description
Whether you’re installing a new garden bed or trying to attract orioles for the first time, it helps to start with the right information. And here it is! In this book, experts and readers from North America's #1 Bird and Garden Magazine, Birds & Blooms, give their tried-and-true advice.A Comprehensive Guide to Gardening for Birds, Butterflies, and Bees: A comprehensive guide for feeding birds, attracting hummingbirds, veggie gardening, composting, fall gardening, taking backyard photos, and bird feeder pest control—just to name a few. You can even get clever DIY ideas, homemade suet recipes, bird profiles, plant recommendations, and more. Attracting birds and butterflies has never been simpler—plus you’ll get the latest tips and advice for supporting the dwindling bee population, which experts say is essential for the future of gardening. Inside this book, you’ll find irresistible plants for birds, butterflies, and bees, creative garden designs for year-round beauty, and our top plant lists to take the guesswork out of gardening. Birds, butterflies and bees rely on plants, trees and shrubs to survive and thrive. That’s why doing your part for the environment by establishing critter-friendly areas in your own backyard is so crucial. This book, brought to you by the editors of Birds & Blooms magazine, can serve as your guide to attracting new visitors to your landscape. Birds & Blooms has helped lead the trend we like to call “gardening with a purpose” for over 20 years. We’ve always recognized the importance of going beyond just the beauty of a garden, and purposefully choosing flowers, trees and shrubs specifically for their environmental benefits. Birds count on healthy trees and plants as natural food sources and nesting sites. Butterflies need nectar-rich blooms for nourishment. Very specific host plants are key to caterpillar survival. And as bee populations decline, flowers that provide nectar and pollen are more essential than ever. Each of these creatures requires natural shelter as well, which trees and shrubs readily provide. All of the 250+ featured plants are not only gorgeous and colorful, but they offer a lot of environmental benefits, too. We made sure to include amazing photos of every plant we’re recommending, so you’ll be able to see what each plant looks like and immediately know if it’s a good fit for your garden. We even went a step further and put together some handy symbols to help you achieve the wildlife-friendly backyard of your dreams. Look for the symbols next to each plant profile to discover what the plant will attract. (Some plants are a triple whammy and attract birds, butterflies and bees!) For extra guidance, check the light-requirement symbols. You’ll be able to quickly see if a plant should be grown in shade, part-shade or full sun—vital info you need to know to create a great habitat. Throughout this book, we’ve highlighted about 70 bird species and 35 butterfly species you might see in your space. Have fun identifying all of the birds, butterflies and bees in your own backyard!
Uncle Buddy
I'm addicted to the personalized recommendations – it's like the app knows me! ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch, combined with its chapters, controls, and filters, make it the ultimate audiobook app! ListenBook's support for looping and shuffling playback adds versatility to my audiobook enjoyment. Highly engaging! The combination of a well-written story and skilled narration made this audiobook hard to pause. I finished it much faster than I expected because I just couldn’t stop listening.
SprkR
Audiobooks made easy – this app's functionality is truly a gift. Audiobook enthusiasts, rejoice! This app's elegant design and robust functionality make it a must-have for anyone who loves to listen on the go. 🎧📱 My audiobook collection has never looked better. Thanks to automatic artwork and metadata.
Microwave
The app's stability and reliability make it my go-to choice for audiobooks. 🌟 Who needs a dull commute when you can embark on literary journeys with this app? 🚗📖 CUE playlist support is a fantastic organizational feature. It keeps my audiobooks neatly arranged. Has every feature I need. My top choice for audiobooks!
Spicy Thunder
This app has given me the joy of reading even when my hands are full. Tone adjustment is such a unique feature. It's like customizing the narrator's voice. The download options are versatile, making it a breeze to get my favorite audiobooks on the go.
StarZen
This app is my travel companion – making long journeys enjoyable and insightful. This app has given me the joy of reading even when my hands are full. 💪 Achieving double wins – workouts become invigorating with stories to fuel my motivation! 💪🎧 ListenBook's comprehensive format support makes it the ultimate companion for audiobook enthusiasts.
Chicago Blackout
This app's ease of use has made my downtime more enriching and enjoyable. 🧘♂️ Finding zen in the art of listening – this app takes mindfulness to a new level! 🧘♂️🎧 🏝️🎧 Soaking up the sun while indulging in beach reads – this app is my ultimate relaxation companion. 🏖️📚 ListenBook has made my daily commutes so much more enjoyable. I look forward to listening every day!
Troubled Chick
Adjusting the tone of the narrator's voice is a unique feature that adds a personal touch. The app never crashes. It’s reliable and stable. 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!
LuminaLore
Unwinding with a good audiobook has become my favorite self-care ritual. I'm amazed at how this app seamlessly integrates with my daily routine. Kudos to the developers for optimizing this app for iOS 16. It runs like a dream on my device. The customizable controls and playback options cater perfectly to different audiobook preferences.
Voodoo Cyclone
🎉 The ease and functionality of this app make it my go-to choice for immersive audiobook experiences. 📱🎧 Makes audiobook listening super easy and enjoyable. Thanks, ListenBook!
Shimmy Shammy
ListenBook's user-friendly interface and seamless playback have made it my go-to app. This audiobook app is an absolute lifesaver! It brings my favorite stories to life with unparalleled convenience. The app's compatibility with CarPlay has made my road trips so much more enjoyable. Absolutely loved the narration! The voice actor brought the characters to life with distinct tones and emotions. The production quality was top-notch, with no background noise or distractions. A truly immersive experience! A textbook example of great audiobook narration! The performer's diction was flawless, their pacing ideal, and their emotional range impressive. I never felt like I was being "read to" but rather like I was experiencing the story firsthand. The audio engineering was equally professional.
VileHero
This app has brought storytelling into every corner of my life – it's incredible. The app is so versatile. It works with all my devices.
Carrot Joker
The speed adjustment feature is my secret weapon for studying complex materials. Looping playback of a single track helps me focus and absorb complex content. Smooth playback and great sound quality. ListenBook is my new favorite app!
NoiseFire
Unlimited audiobook length with ListenBook Pro is a game-changer. Downloading audiobooks over WiFi is super easy. Saves time. ListenBook is the best audiobook player I’ve ever used. 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! Good but not great. The narration was competent but lacked the extra spark that makes some audiobooks truly special. Still worth a listen though.
ForumFusion
As a visually impaired person, this app has opened up a new world of stories for me. I'm blown away by ListenBook's ability to maintain audio quality even for formats like FLAC and AWB. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is such a fun way to spread joy. Adjusting playback speed has revolutionized the way I consume audiobooks. I can cover more ground while maintaining comprehension. The app's performance is top-notch. It's stable, responsive, and optimized for a seamless audiobook experience. Kudos to the developers!
General Finish
ListenBook has made audiobook listening a personalized and enriching journey. ListenBook is my constant companion during workouts. The controls are so easy to use. This audiobook exceeded all my expectations! The narrator's ability to convey emotion through voice alone was remarkable. I laughed, I gasped, I might have even teared up at points - all because of the incredible vocal performance. The story came alive in a way reading alone couldn't achieve.
RedMouth
🔥 Streamlined functionality that's music to my ears – audiobook enjoyment has reached a new level of convenience. 🎵📖 ListenBook's library organization keeps my audiobooks neat and accessible. A true organizational lifesaver! Perfect for listening to educational content. Highly recommend! I love the ability to change the background color. It’s a nice touch.
Cabbie
The narrator's voices are so engaging, it's like having a personal storytelling session. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a blessing for enjoying clear audio in any environment. This app has made reading a part of my lifestyle, no matter where I am. Enhancing my daily routines – this app's design makes listening a joy. ListenBook’s playback is silky-smooth. The app never glitches.
Jersey
With ListenBook, my iPhone and iPad have become a gateway to a world of captivating stories. This app is a game-changer for anyone who's always on the go – it's like carrying a library in my pocket. 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.
Tokyo Dream
With ListenBook Pro, I can customize the tone of the sound to match my preferences – it's a fantastic touch. The noise reduction feature in ListenBook Pro is a game-changer for enjoying clear recordings. A reasonable choice for casual listening. The audiobook was well-produced, but the pacing felt uneven in places. I didn’t dislike it, but I also didn’t feel strongly about it one way or another.
RZR
I'm amazed at how this app has made my daily routines more enjoyable and intellectually fulfilling. ListenBook has rekindled my love for audiobooks. The app's interface is beautiful and user-friendly.
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