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.
Kingfisher
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Devil Blade
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Homerun Diva
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Sir Squire
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Beetle King
Streamlined audiobook integration β this app's usability is truly impressive. The app is so easy to set up. I was listening to my books in no time.
Sloth
I'm no longer missing out on great stories β this app fits perfectly into my lifestyle. Audiobooks on this app have made studying and learning a more enjoyable process. Effortless audiobook management β this app's usability is impressive. Organization made easy! This app's efficient management of my audiobook collection ensures I'm always engrossed in a captivating tale. ππ±
Mr. Wholesome
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro is a unique feature that adds a personal touch to my listening. This audiobook was a fantastic listen! The narrator's voice was clear and engaging, making it easy to follow along. The pacing was just rightβnot too fast, not too slow. Perfect for long commutes or relaxing at home. Highly recommend! A functional audiobook production that met basic requirements. The narrator's voice was pleasant enough to listen to for extended periods, though their performance didn't add much interpretation to the text. The audio engineering was competent without being remarkable.
Gold Dahlia
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Ginger Chaos
ListenBook's dedication to providing an excellent user experience sets a new standard in audiobook apps. This app has made my workouts and chores so much more enjoyable. π Long road trips? No problem β this app keeps me entertained mile after mile! ππ ListenBook's audio filters allow me to customize the audio playback to suit my preferences perfectly. Drag and drop downloads directly from my web browser? That's a level of convenience I appreciate.
Fatsy Bear
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Earl of Arms
I'm grateful for ListenBook's support for a wide range of formats, making it a one-stop solution for audio content. Finally, an app that lets me enjoy my personal audiobooks, lectures, and speeches effortlessly. I'm hooked on this app's ease of use β it's a reader's dream come true.
Swing Setter
Unparalleled support for CarPlay and Apple Watch means I can take my audiobooks anywhere, anytime. ListenBook's beautiful layout and quick access to chapters make navigation effortless. ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch enhances my audiobook experience during daily activities.
Taz Ringer
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Genghis Glyph
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Club Nola
The extensive audiobook collection for children is a blessing for my little ones. ListenBook's customizable features, from playback speed to audio filters, cater to every audiobook lover's preferences. ListenBook's dedication to providing a smooth and enjoyable listening experience is evident in every aspect of the app. ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch integration has made multitasking with audio content a breeze. π Farewell, boredom during ironing sessions β audiobooks make it a breeze! ππ§
Sofa King
ListenBook has brought stories back into my life, making every moment a new adventure. ListenBook is fantastic! Supports every audiobook format I have. Super convenient!
HighBomber
I love that I can enjoy audiobooks while cooking elaborate meals in the kitchen. ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch, combined with its chapters, controls, and filters, make it the ultimate audiobook app! This app is a lifesaver! I can now enjoy my favorite books on the go. Quick access to chapters is so handy. Navigating through content is a breeze.
Duke Electro
The app is so versatile. It works with all my audiobook formats. 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!
Palomino Cake
I can't imagine my life without this app β it has made audiobook enjoyment effortless and convenient. With this app, reading has become an integral part of my daily routine. I'm blown away by the app's performance. It's fast, reliable, and tailored for audiobook lovers. Listening to audiobooks on my iPad has never been easier. Highly recommend ListenBook!
Jade Fox
As a language learner, this app has been invaluable in improving my listening skills. Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook is a fun feature that adds a unique touch to my audiobook experience. Automated artwork and metadata extraction make my library look organized and visually appealing.
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