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.
High Heel Goddess
The 'Continue Listening' feature ensures I never lose my place, no matter where I am. ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch has made my listening experience even more seamless. I can't get enough of this app – it's like having a personal storyteller in my pocket. ListenBook has become my workout companion of choice. It keeps me motivated and entertained during exercise.
Loot
ListenBook's commitment to providing a smooth and enjoyable listening experience is evident in every detail. This app's library is a treasure trove – I'm always discovering new favorites. I can't imagine my audio routine without ListenBook's seamless and user-friendly design. This audiobook made my workouts fly by! The engaging narration kept me motivated to keep listening, which meant longer gym sessions. The narrator's energy matched the material perfectly - upbeat when needed, somber when appropriate. A great example of how narration can enhance text.
Hoover Spark
Absolutely love this app! It's made my daily commute so much more enjoyable. Perfect for listening to educational content. Highly recommend!
Wanted Candy
Thanks to ListenBook, I've rediscovered the joy of exploring my favorite content on multiple devices. Looping playback helps me immerse myself in the content. It's my secret study weapon. Highly engaging! The combination of a well-written story and skilled narration made this audiobook hard to pause. I finished it much faster than I expected because I just couldn’t stop listening. A textbook example of great audiobook narration! The performer's diction was flawless, their pacing ideal, and their emotional range impressive. I never felt like I was being "read to" but rather like I was experiencing the story firsthand. The audio engineering was equally professional.
Delirious Supernova
I'm exploring new genres and authors I wouldn't have considered otherwise. This app has brought stories to life in a way that traditional reading never could. Listening to audiobooks has made my daily commute more enjoyable and productive. ListenBook is like a personal audiobook library in my pocket. Organized and easily accessible. 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!
Celtic Charger
Adjusting playback speed has revolutionized the way I learn and enjoy audiobooks. I can adapt the pace to my needs, maximizing comprehension and retention. Noise reduction and voice tone changing are brilliant features. The app is so intuitive. I didn’t even need to read the instructions.
Stud
I've become a loyal fan of audiobooks, and this app is the reason why! I'm in awe of this app's ability to make reading so accessible and convenient. Adjustable playback speed and volume controls are fantastic features.
Mad Kid
📱 Turning my phone into a portal of endless stories – this app is pure magic! 📚✨ 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!
RiddleRover
Hands down, the best audiobook collection I've ever come across. It has everything I want to listen to. I'm amazed at how this app has made my workouts more motivating and my audiobooks more accessible. Finally, an app that lets me enjoy audiobooks without worrying about file formats! The ability to download audiobooks directly is fantastic. ListenBook is very convenient.
The Happy Jock
ListenBook's support for various download methods means I can acquire new content in a way that suits me best. I'm amazed at how this app has made reading a seamless part of my life. 💡 This app is a brilliant way to squeeze in reading time amidst my busy schedule! 📱👩🍳 🏝️ Basking in the sun with an audiobook – relaxation meets storytelling paradise! ☀️📖
Mad Kid
I'd love to see more classic titles, but the current selection is already fantastic. This app's ease of use has made reading a seamless part of my daily routine. ListenBook's tone adjustment feature in the Pro version is a creative tool that adds a fun twist to my audiobook journey.
Shivers
The customer support team is responsive and always ready to assist. I'm rediscovering my love for literature through this app – it's revitalizing. With ListenBook, I've found a versatile and enjoyable way to listen to audiobooks and expand my knowledge. 🏃♂️📚 Combining fitness and fiction – this app keeps me motivated during workouts with its engaging stories! 🏃♂️📖 ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a game-changer for improving audio quality and clarity.
Liquid Science
I love that ListenBook supports a wide range of formats, making my library diverse. ListenBook is a prime example of user-centered design. It's clear that the developers understand audiobook lovers' needs. ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay is a major convenience during road trips. I love the download options. ListenBook gives me so many ways to get my audiobooks onto my device.
Sky Herald
Audiobook enthusiasts, rejoice! This app's design focuses on seamless interaction. The range of supported formats is astounding. No more compatibility issues! Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is a game-changer. It transforms the way I enjoy my recordings. The app's support for multiple formats is flawless. Very satisfied.
RiddleRover
ListenBook's sleek layout and quick chapter access have made my audiobook journey incredibly enjoyable. ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch has made audiobook listening a part of my daily routine. ListenBook has become my trusted companion for literary adventures. The app's features are exceptional.
Junkyard Dog
Audiobooks on this app have turned my travels into explorations of new narratives. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun way to introduce them to captivating stories.
Dez Bonbon
Audiobook journey simplified – this app's functionality is a wonderful surprise. ListenBook has redefined my audiobook experience. It's an essential tool that enhances every listening session.
Gabriel Dandelion
This app is a treasure trove of knowledge, entertainment, and imagination. This audiobook was a fantastic listen! The narrator's voice was clear and engaging, making it easy to follow along. The pacing was just right—not too fast, not too slow. Perfect for long commutes or relaxing at home. Highly recommend!
Racy Lady
I've become the storyteller of my family, sharing the amazing audiobooks I've discovered. ListenBook's commitment to enhancing the audiobook experience is evident in its thoughtful features and design. Quick access to chapters and smooth playback. Fantastic app!
FrankenGrin
Audiobooks have become my favorite workout companions, making exercise a breeze. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature elevates my listening experience, allowing me to focus on the content. I love the compatibility with iOS 16. The app runs smoothly and flawlessly.
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