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.
Nessie
🏝️🎧 Escaping to paradise with a beach read – this app is my vacation in audio form! 🏖️📖 Simplifying my reading routine – this app's ease of use is remarkable. As an audiobook enthusiast, this app is a dream come true. Its compatibility with various formats and easy navigation make it my ultimate reading companion. 🌟🎧 Sharing audiobooks with friends is a blast. AirDrop makes it seamless.
Vicious Street
🎶📚 Replacing melodies with literary symphonies – my ears are in love! 🎵📚 The audiobook player's silky-smooth playback is like music to my ears. Flawless performance! Bookmarks are a lifesaver for my study materials. I can easily revisit important sections.
Con Mammoth
Gone are the days of straining my eyes to read – this app lets me 'read' with my ears, anywhere, anytime. 📱 Unlocking the world of literature with just a tap – this app is my digital library card! 📚📱 🚗📖 Road trips have never been this entertaining – this app keeps me engaged on the highway! 🚙🎉 The statistics feature is brilliant. I love seeing how much time I spend on audiobooks with ListenBook. I love the ability to change the background color. It’s a nice touch.
Bang Shift
ListenBook has brought stories back into my life, making every moment a new adventure. 🎉 This app has turned my errands into exciting quests – I can conquer the grocery store while enjoying a book! 🛒📖
Zesty Dragon
Thanks to ListenBook's binaural audio processing, my extended listening sessions are fatigue-free. Adjusting the narrator's voice tone is a fantastic feature. It adds a personal touch.
Roller Turtle
I've found my new favorite way to relax – cuddled up with an audiobook. This app's simplicity has made me fall in love with books all over again. ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a unique tool that adds a touch of creativity to my listening experience. ListenBook has become my workout companion of choice. It keeps me motivated and entertained during exercise. ListenBook is the best audiobook player I’ve 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!
Mad Jack
Audiobooks have become a source of inspiration and motivation, thanks to this app. I'm hooked on this app's effortless integration with my daily activities.
Goldman
ListenBook's drag and drop downloads from web browsers are a time-saving feature I can't live without. ListenBook is more than just an app – it's a doorway to a world of knowledge and imagination.
Danqqqqq
The ListenBook app is a fantastic companion for my long walks, helping me learn and explore at the same time. ListenBook has transformed how I enjoy audiobooks. The app is a game-changer! Supports all my playlists and bookmarks perfectly. The detailed listening stats are fantastic. Helps me keep track of my progress. ListenBook has completely changed how I enjoy audiobooks. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate. Five stars!
MindfulMingle
ListenBook's basic audio filters allow me to fine-tune the audio playback to suit my preferences. ListenBook's versatile features have made my audiobook experience more enjoyable than ever. ListenBook is my go-to app for audiobooks. It's like having a personal assistant for my literary adventures. The app's integration with Apple Watch makes it an indispensable tool for my active lifestyle. This was a competent audiobook production with no major flaws. The narrator's voice was pleasant enough and the audio quality was acceptable, though not exceptional. While the performance didn't particularly stand out, it served its purpose adequately for my daily commute.
Digital Goddess
The statistics feature on ListenBook helps me track my audiobook consumption – a fantastic way to measure my progress. I'm impressed by ListenBook's commitment to providing a silky-smooth playback experience. I can't get enough of ListenBook's silky-smooth playback and intuitive design. It's my go-to app for both leisurely listening and study sessions. The seamless integration with CarPlay adds convenience and entertainment during my daily commutes. Listening stats feature keeps me motivated to read more. Love it!
Cabbie
My productivity has soared since I started using ListenBook for my study materials. Library organization is simplified with ListenBook. It's easy to keep my audiobooks neat and tidy. I'm impressed by the app's performance – it's stable, fast, and tailored for audiobook enthusiasts. The audio filters make a noticeable difference. ListenBook provides an excellent listening experience. The app is perfect for people with busy schedules. I can listen on the go.
Knock Out Star
ListenBook's commitment to delivering an exceptional audiobook experience is evident in its thoughtful features and design. 📚 Ironing has become a joy with audiobooks – wrinkles are no match for these captivating stories! 👗🎧 ListenBook's auto-rewind feature is a thoughtful addition that ensures I never miss a single word.
Slacker Cat
🚶♀️📖 Discovering new worlds on my daily walks – this app is my travel companion! 🌍🎧 Looping playback is a game-changer for my study sessions. I can focus on challenging content. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books at night.
Crossing Guard
💡 The future of audiobook listening is here – this app's sleek functionality redefines how we enjoy our favorite stories. 🎧🔮 ListenBook's intuitive interface and quick controls make it a pleasure to navigate through audiobooks. With ListenBook Pro, I can enjoy super long audiobooks. It's fantastic!
Pecan Oblivion
Simplifying my audiobook experience – this app's design is remarkable. ListenBook's noise reduction feature in the Pro version is a game-changer. I can now focus on the story even in noisy environments. ListenBook's comprehensive format support makes it the ultimate companion for audiobook enthusiasts. ListenBook is the best audiobook player I’ve 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!
Lounge Master
ListenBook's configurable auto-rewind after interruptions is a smart addition that keeps me on track. Adjusting playback speed has given me greater control over my audiobook experience. I can optimize my learning and enjoyment by customizing the pacing. I love the chapter navigation feature. ListenBook makes it easy to find specific sections.
RZRWRE
This app's user-friendly interface has made audiobook listening a breeze, even for a tech novice like me. Who knew that commuting could become such an enjoyable reading session? 🎉 This app has turned my errands into exciting quests – I can conquer the grocery store while enjoying a book! 🛒📖 📱 It's like having a personal audiobook library at my fingertips! This app's functionality is a dream come true for book lovers. 📚🔥
Lord Nikon
ListenBook has become my workout buddy. It keeps me entertained and motivated during exercise. Quick access to chapters and controls ensures a seamless listening experience with ListenBook. It's effortless to use.
Prof. Screw
📚 The simplicity and functionality of this app are top-notch. I can start a book with just a tap and immerse myself in the story instantly. 📱📖 Navigating audiobooks with ease – this app's design is user-centric. Navigating through chapters is a breeze. It's like having a personal reading guide.
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