Book description
A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER WALL STREET JOURNAL #1 Best-selling Business Book Based on the highly acclaimed NPR podcast, How I Built This with Guy Raz, this book offers priceless insights and inspiration from the world's top entrepreneurs on how to start, launch, and build a successful venture.Great ideas often come from a simple spark: A soccer player on the New Zealand national team notices all the unused wool his country produces and figures out a way to turn them into shoes (Allbirds). A former Buddhist monk decides the very best way to spread his mindfulness teachings is by launching an app (Headspace). A sandwich cart vendor finds a way to reuse leftover pita bread and turns it into a multimillion-dollar business (Stacy's Pita Chips).Award-winning journalist and NPR host Guy Raz has interviewed more than two-hundred highly successful entrepreneurs to uncover amazing true stories like these. In How I Built This, he shares tips for every entrepreneur's journey: from the early days of formulating your idea, to raising money and recruiting employees, to fending off competitors, to finally paying yourself a real salary. This is a must-read for anyone who has ever dreamed of starting their own business or wondered how trailblazing entrepreneurs made their own dreams a reality.
Star Jammer
Listening to books in their original language has improved my foreign language skills. The interface is so clean and clutter-free. It’s a pleasure to use. I’ve been using ListenBook for months, and it’s been a fantastic experience. The app is lightweight, doesn’t drain my battery, and works perfectly in the background. The equalizer and voice boost features are amazing. Highly recommend!
Firefly
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Accidental Genius
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Subzero Taffy
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Bad Beh8vior
The sleep timer is a brilliant addition – I drift off to sleep with amazing stories. I can't imagine my daily activities without this app – it's my go-to for staying informed and entertained.
NemesisX
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Tart Voodoo
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Sidewalk Enforcer
This app is not just about convenience – it's a gateway to new horizons of knowledge. ⏰ Waking up to audiobooks – mornings have never been this magical and inspiring! ☀️🎧 ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has significantly enhanced my audio quality. The app is so easy to set up. I was listening to my books in no time.
Commando
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Winded On Friday
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Crash Enforcer
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro is a fun and unique feature I can't get enough of. With this app, I've turned my daily commutes into exciting journeys through the world of literature. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books while exercising. Listened to this on a road trip and it made the hours fly by. Even my passengers who weren't following along commented on how nice the narrator's voice was.
Wolf Tribune
The ability to change playback speed and audio volume on ListenBook gives me full control over my listening experience. Audiobooks have become my companions during daily chores, making them enjoyable. Looping playback is a study aid sent from heaven. It's helping me ace my exams! The intuitive chapter navigation and quick access to controls make my audiobook experience seamless. Listening statistics are a great motivator. Love this feature!
Woodland Beauty
I love that ListenBook Pro allows me to customize the tone of the sound – it adds a personal touch. This app's ease of use has made reading an integral part of my everyday life. From novels to speeches, this app's versatility in playing various audio formats has turned my daily activities into enriching listening sessions. What a game-changer! 🌟📚 The statistics tracking feature is a gem. I'm surprised by how much time I spend on audiobooks! The seamless integration with CarPlay adds convenience and entertainment during my daily commutes.
Tan Stallion
Every moment is an adventure with this app by my side. Its intuitive features and diverse format support ensure that my audiobook journey is seamless and exciting. 🌌🎧 I'm impressed by the extensive statistics feature, allowing me to track my audiobook consumption over time. Noise reduction in ListenBook Pro ensures crystal-clear playback even in noisy environments.
Mafia Rapunzel
With this app, I'm discovering the joy of reading during my commutes. 🎉📚 Reigniting my passion for books – this app is my newfound reading obsession! 🔥🎧 Bravo to the creators of this app – they've truly captured the essence of convenient audiobook enjoyment. The smooth playback and thoughtful design have won me over. 📚👏 ListenBook is packed with useful features. It’s the best audiobook app I’ve used.
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This audiobook app is an absolute lifesaver! It brings my favorite stories to life with unparalleled convenience. I've never experienced such a smooth audiobook player. The playback is seamless. I'm impressed with the wide range of supported formats. Finally, an app that plays all my audiobooks flawlessly. Book groups are a thoughtful addition. I can group related titles for easy access.
Grinch Cheese
The variety of narrators adds a unique touch to each book, making every experience special. The ease of downloading content via WiFi, WebDAV, and more has made ListenBook my audiobook hub. ListenBook's audio filters have transformed the way I experience audio content – it's a real game-changer. Automated metadata extraction is a time-saver. My library is so organized now.
Infinite Hole
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Pink Hopper
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Indestructible Potato
I can't imagine my daily activities without this app – it's my go-to for staying informed and entertained. 🏃♂️📚 Running through chapters has never been smoother – the app's streamlined functionality keeps me on track with my reading goals. 🏃♂️🎧 Bravo to the creators of this app – they've truly captured the essence of convenient audiobook enjoyment. The smooth playback and thoughtful design are a win. 📚👏
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