Book description
A moving examination of poverty, its root causes, and how to end it through movement-building by a leading philanthropy executiveFor the past two decades, the Marguerite Casey Foundation has dedicated its resources to building a movement of low-income families advocating on their own behalf. Now, founding president Luz Vega-Marquis offers a history of the foundation, intertwined with her own history as a Nicaraguan immigrant whose family was exiled, plunged into poverty, and forced to start over in the United States. Ask, Listen, Act is riveting in its description of the evolution of an iconoclastic foundation and of Vega-Marquis herself as she rises from a bookkeeper to become the first Latina to lead a major national foundation.In a powerful counter to the blame-laden narrative we tell ourselves about poverty in this nation, Vega-Marquis explores how the foundation has worked to eliminate poverty through intensive listening, movement building, and the leadership of families who have experienced poverty firsthand. The founder of Hispanics in Philanthropy and a member of numerous philanthropic boards, Vega-Marquis offers a vivid look at the worlds of philanthropy, social change, and, most importantly, the families we are most likely to ignore.Beautifully written and filled with moving stories, Ask, Listen, Act explores the world of philanthropy from the perspective of someone who is at once an insider and an outsider, offering illuminating insights for all.Jacques Books is a bespoke imprint of The New Press, dedicated to publishing culturally significant books that might not otherwise garner the attention of a trade publisher.
RealmRanger
The automatic extraction of artwork and metadata adds a professional touch to my audiobook collection. This app is perfect for anyone who loves audiobooks. The interface is sleek and modern, and the playback controls are super responsive. I also appreciate the cloud integration, which lets me access my books from anywhere. Great work!
Roller Girl
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SprkR
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Gbbledgoodk
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Infinite Hole
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PixelPathfinder
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Wanted Candy
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Natural Mess
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Classy Dancer
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Canary Apple Red
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Don Stab
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SubWoof330
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High Beam
I'm in awe of how technology has enhanced my reading experience through this app. Audiobook pleasure simplified β this app's functionality is a reader's delight. The adjustable playback speed feature is a true innovation. It adds a personalized touch to my listening. Controls are intuitive and user-friendly, making my audiobook experience seamless. I love how easy it is to download audiobooks with ListenBook. The app is incredibly convenient.
Scooby Did
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Prof. Smirk
ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch integration ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks wherever I go. ListenBook's beautiful layout and quick access to chapters make navigation effortless. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a revelation. It eliminates distractions and enhances the clarity of recordings, resulting in a more immersive experience. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a fun and convenient way to share the magic of storytelling with friends and family, sparking meaningful discussions. Playlists and bookmarks are super helpful. Love using ListenBook!
Alias Stick
I'm amazed at how this app's narrators bring characters and stories to life. ListenBook's integration with CarPlay and Apple Watch adds a new level of convenience to my audiobook journey. Tone adjustment is such a unique feature. It's like customizing the narrator's voice. The seamless integration with CarPlay adds convenience and entertainment during my daily commutes. ListenBook is the best audiobook player Iβve ever used. The app is reliable, fast, and packed with features like customizable themes and playback speed. The sleep timer is a lifesaver for bedtime listening. Great job, developers!
Doz Killer
I'm constantly amazed by the vast selection β there's always something new to discover. As a language enthusiast, this app has been a fantastic tool for learning new languages. With ListenBook, I can immerse myself in captivating stories and enriching knowledge, all in one app. Thanks to ListenBook, downloading audiobooks from various sources has become effortless.
Lady Peach
I'm addicted to this app β it's like having a library in my pocket. Looping playback is my favorite feature. It's perfect for revisiting complex content. I love the ability to change the playback pitch. Itβs a unique feature. A functional audiobook. It kept me entertained, but I wasnβt blown away. The narratorβs performance was competent, though some emotional scenes fell a bit flat.
Lord Pistachio
ListenBookβs interface is clean and intuitive. Itβs a joy to use. Iβve tried many audiobook players, and this one is by far the best. ListenBook is the best audiobook player Iβve 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!
Honey
ListenBook's dedication to delivering high-quality sound and user-friendly features has won me over. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a blessing for clear and distraction-free listening. CUE playlist support is a fantastic feature that allows me to curate customized listening sessions, whether for study, relaxation, or entertainment. As someone who listens to audiobooks daily, I can confidently say ListenBook is the best player out there. The sleep timer and auto-rewind features are lifesavers, and the sound quality is exceptional. Thank you for such a great app! Good but not great. The narration was competent but lacked the extra spark that makes some audiobooks truly special. Still worth a listen though.
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