Book description
Part artistic retreat, part guide to living a creative lifeVenture into a space that intimately discusses how to find time to express yourself and develop your talents. Author Brandon Stosuy (co-founder of The Creative Independent) taps into a diverse network of working artists to provide perspective on how creativity can be prioritized among the other demands on your time. Posing a series of questions on the themes of defining work-life balance, forming daily rituals, setting intentions, meeting goals, and taking time off from creativity, this book provides an inspiring framework for building your own creative process and using your time meaningfully. Includes quotes by: Hanif Abdurraqib, Matthew Barney, David Byrne, Vernon Chatman, Cynthia Daignault, Sadie Dupuis, Tina Roth Eisenberg, Josh Fadem, Haley Fohr, Brooks Ginnan, Sasha Hecht, Hermione Hoby, Chelsea Hodson, Jenny Hval, Matthew Day Jackson, Elaine Kahn, Emma Kohlmann, Prem Krishnamurthy, R. O. Kwon, Dorothea Lasky, Sigrid Lauren, Shanekia McIntosh, Mitski, Eileen Myles, Henry Rollins, JD Samson, Sufjan Stevens, Lavender Suarez, Jia Tolentino, Amelia Trask, Justin Vernon, Clive Smith, and Chariot Wish
Phoenix Sparrow
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Fire Feline
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Cougar Fuzz
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Wild Hair
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Sky Dahlia
Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a wonderful way to share stories and connect with friends. Drag and drop downloads directly from my web browser? That's a level of convenience I appreciate. The perfect balance between dramatic reading and natural storytelling. Felt like a friend telling me an amazing story rather than someone just reading words.
Scooby Did
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Evil Smith
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Candy Butcher
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Mustard Centaur
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Venom Petunia
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Undergrad Split
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Spunky Comet
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Sidewalk Enforcer
Thank you for making my reading goals more achievable and enjoyable. The app's performance is nothing short of impressive β smooth, responsive, and designed with audiobook lovers in mind. The app is perfect for bedtime listening. The sleep timer is a must-have. Decent narration, predictable story. The voice actor did a good job, but the plot followed a familiar formula. If youβre looking for something new and groundbreaking, this might not be it.
Golden Cougar
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MuseMaster
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Toolmaker
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ByteBard
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Viceswerve
This app's compatibility with different formats ensures that I never miss out on a great audiobook. ListenBook has seamlessly integrated into my daily routine, becoming an indispensable companion for various activities. Its user-friendly interface, features, and performance make it a must-have for audiobook enthusiasts. ListenBook has transformed the way I engage with literature. It's like having a virtual bookshelf in my pocket. Makes listening to audiobooks easy and enjoyable. Thank you, ListenBook! Perfect for repeat listening! The narrator's performance was so rich with detail that I'm sure I'll discover new layers on a second listen. Their interpretation felt authentic to the material while bringing fresh insights. The audio production was pristine from start to finish.
Moon Peaches
π Rekindling my love for reading β this app has reintroduced me to the joy of books in a whole new way. ππ₯ The app's performance is exceptional, ensuring a smooth and uninterrupted audiobook experience. It's clear that it's designed with audiobook enthusiasts in mind. Great app for audiobook enthusiasts. ListenBook supports a wide range of formats.
Jigsaw
This app has turned my long walks into delightful literary adventures. ListenBook's library organization and book groups have made managing my audiobooks a breeze. Audiobook excellence simplified β this app's functionality is a true delight. ListenBook has redefined my workout routine. The controls are so user-friendly. Adjusting the tone of the narrator's voice is a unique feature. I'm loving it!
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