Book description
"The No. 1 celebrity memoir of the past 10 years."--USA Today "McConaughey's book invites us to grapple with the lessons of his life as he did--and to see that the point was never to win, but to understand."--Mark Manson, author of The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck I've been in this life for fifty years, been trying to work out its riddle for forty-two, and been keeping diaries of clues to that riddle for the last thirty-five. Notes about successes and failures, joys and sorrows, things that made me marvel, and things that made me laugh out loud. How to be fair. How to have less stress. How to have fun. How to hurt people less. How to get hurt less. How to be a good man. How to have meaning in life. How to be more me. Recently, I worked up the courage to sit down with those diaries. I found stories I experienced, lessons I learned and forgot, poems, prayers, prescriptions, beliefs about what matters, some great photographs, and a whole bunch of bumper stickers. I found a reliable theme, an approach to living that gave me more satisfaction, at the time, and still: If you know how, and when, to deal with life's challenges--how to get relative with the inevitable--you can enjoy a state of success I call "catching greenlights." So I took a one-way ticket to the desert and wrote this book: an album, a record, a story of my life so far. This is fifty years of my sights and seens, felts and figured-outs, cools and shamefuls. Graces, truths, and beauties of brutality. Getting away withs, getting caughts, and getting wets while trying to dance between the raindrops. Hopefully, it's medicine that tastes good, a couple of aspirin instead of the infirmary, a spaceship to Mars without needing your pilot's license, going to church without having to be born again, and laughing through the tears. It's a love letter. To life. It's also a guide to catching more greenlights--and to realizing that the yellows and reds eventually turn green too. Good luck.
Phoenix Tetra
ListenBook has transformed my daily activities into opportunities for personal growth. The app's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch makes it a true companion for all occasions. ListenBook's player features are incredibly helpful. Chapters and bookmarks make navigation easy. I love the ability to change the playback pitch. It’s a unique feature. Solid performance overall though some character voices sounded too similar. I occasionally got confused about who was speaking in dialogue-heavy scenes.
Flyswat Briggs
With ListenBook, I can enjoy my own audio content with unparalleled ease and comfort. Book groups are a thoughtful addition. I can group related titles for easy access. The app's support for multiple formats is flawless. Very satisfied. Elegant design and easy-to-use interface. Very happy with ListenBook.
Zero Corn
ListenBook has given me the gift of time – turning daily tasks into moments of inspiration. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a blessing for clear dictaphone recordings.
Swampmasher
Audiobooks have become my travel companions, and this app is my guide. Seamless audiobook integration – this app's functionality is truly remarkable. The app's performance is top-notch. It's stable, responsive, and optimized for a seamless audiobook experience. Kudos to the developers!
Suicide Jockey
The download options are versatile, making it a breeze to get my favorite audiobooks on the go. The statistics tracking feature is eye-opening. I never realized how much time I spend on audiobooks until now! ListenBook's versatility with various audio formats means I can enjoy audiobooks from multiple sources effortlessly. 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. This was my first audiobook in this genre and I'm hooked! The performance brought the story to life in a way reading never could. Already downloaded another by the same narrator.
Poptart AK47
This app is a boon for book lovers who are always on the go. ListenBook's customizable features, from playback speed to audio filters, cater to every audiobook lover's preferences. Simplifying my reading routine – this app's ease of use is remarkable. The app is so well-designed. It’s clear the developers put a lot of thought into it.
Vicious Street
With ListenBook, I've rediscovered my love for audiobooks. The binaural audio processing is a game-changer for comfortable, fatigue-free listening. The narration elevated an already good book to greatness! The performer's subtle vocal variations conveyed nuance I might have missed while reading. Their ability to maintain consistent character voices across many hours was impressive. Technical quality was flawless throughout.
Old Orange Eyes
This app's compatibility with different formats has made my audiobook collection diverse and enjoyable. ⏰ Early mornings have become my favorite time to listen to audiobooks – energizing! 🌅🎧 I love the cloud integration. I can access my books from anywhere.
Daffy Girl
🎶📚 Tuning in to the symphony of stories – audiobooks are the soundtrack of my daily routines. 🎵📚 Tone adjustment is an innovative touch that adds a personal connection to the audiobook narration. It's like having a custom reading experience. The app is super intuitive. I was up and running in minutes.
Gingersnap Woman
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is a brilliant way to connect. I can't get enough of the binaural audio processing. It's like a breath of fresh air for my ears. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a delightful way to share the joy of storytelling with friends and family. It fosters connections and conversations. Listening stats motivate me to read more. Great feature! ListenBook’s playback speed control is very useful. I can listen at my own pace.
Slow Trot
Audiobooks have made my workouts more enjoyable, and I'm seeing results! Looping playback has revolutionized my language learning journey. I'm making rapid progress.
Tokyo Dream
ListenBook's versatile features have made my audiobook experience more enjoyable than ever. ListenBook has taken my audio content to new heights, making every moment more meaningful. 🏝️🎧 Packing for vacation just got better – this app is my getaway entertainment! 🌴📖 The app is perfect for people who love to read but don’t have the time.
Sky
🎙️ Grocery shopping has taken an exciting turn – I'm on a mission to explore new worlds through audiobooks! 🛒📚 Thanks to ListenBook, downloading audiobooks has become effortless, regardless of the source. The app supports background playback, which is a must for me. I love the cloud integration. I can access my books from anywhere. This app is a must-have for anyone who loves audiobooks. The interface is intuitive, and the app supports all formats. I love the auto-bookmark feature—it saves my place automatically, so I never lose track. Highly recommend!
K-Tin Man
Finally, a way to enjoy literature on the go without straining my eyes. Organizing my audiobook library has never been easier. The app keeps everything tidy. An absolutely stellar production from start to finish! The narrator's command of pacing and tone was masterful, knowing exactly when to speed up for excitement or slow down for dramatic effect. The audio quality was pristine with no distracting mouth sounds or uneven volume. 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.
ChatterChampion
Looping playback of a single track helps me master difficult concepts. So helpful! The app is perfect for multitasking. I can listen while doing other things.
Subzero Taffy
ListenBook has become my go-to workout companion. It keeps me motivated and entertained. Binaural audio processing reduces listening fatigue. Fantastic feature! I love the chapter navigation feature. ListenBook makes it easy to find specific sections. I love the car mode. It’s so convenient for listening while driving.
Icy Avenger
This app has made 'reading' more versatile and enjoyable than ever. I’d listen to this narrator read anything! Their voice was so expressive and fitting for the material. The story itself was great, but the narration took it to the next level. Definitely a 5-star experience.
Morbid Angel
I've discovered authors I'd never heard of before, and now they're among my favorites. 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. 📱📖 Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a wonderful way to share stories and connect with friends. The ability to download audio directly within the app is a lifesaver. ListenBook is incredibly convenient.
Murmur
🌟 Say goodbye to boredom during long drives – this app makes road trips fly by! 🚗🎉 📱 Carrying stories in my pocket – this app's convenience is a game-changer! 📚🛍️ ListenBook's sleek layout and quick chapter access have made my audiobook journey incredibly enjoyable.
Lounge Master
ListenBook's versatile player features are like having a personal audio assistant – it's that good! I'm blown away by ListenBook's ability to play diverse formats flawlessly – it's a game-changer. ListenBook's dedication to delivering an exceptional experience is evident in every detail. 🏃♀️📚 Running with purpose – audiobooks keep my mind engaged as I conquer my fitness goals. 🏃♀️🎧
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