Book description
--Best Book Awards Finalist (Travel & Essays Category)."A story of courage, the author's drive to survive, to heal, to manifest a new reality. If you are looking for an inspiring memoir, this is it!"--Reader's Favorite Book Reviews.Her wilderness adventure turned into a nightmare. After skiing more than 200 miles along California's John Muir Trail, Jean faces death from a mountaineering accident on Mount Whitney. Broken and bleeding on the highest peak in the continental United States, she vows to realize her greatest dreams if she lives until morning. Her escape from the Sierra Nevada Mountains turns into an amazing five-day survival story. Jean's recovery is equally daunting. In this outdoor adventure memoir, her three-decade journey takes her from the depths of despair and chronic pain, to the heights of the Himalayas and on travels around the world. When the specter of Mount Whitney continues to shatter her life, Jean befriends Tibetan Buddhist lamas. Their ancient wisdom guides her on a path beyond her wildest dreams. "An incredible, beautiful story."--Backpacker Radio
Serendipity
Listening to audiobooks has become my guilt-free indulgence, and I love it. I'm addicted to this app's curated playlists and recommendations – they're spot on. This app's customizable features, from playback speed to filters, are fantastic. I can’t believe how easy it is to manage my audiobook library with ListenBook. Highly recommended!
Corny
ListenBook's compatibility with various formats ensures I never miss out on any audio gem. Adjusting the narrator's voice tone is a creative feature that adds a personal touch to the experience.
CuriousCoder
With this app, I can enjoy my favorite stories while traveling, making my journeys more delightful. I'm amazed at how effortlessly this app has made reading a constant in my life. This app's convenience has made my downtime more rewarding and enriching. ListenBook is hands down the best audiobook player I’ve ever used. The interface is clean, intuitive, and packed with features like customizable playback speed and sleep timers. It supports all formats, which is a huge plus for me. Highly recommend!
Silver Cup
An audiobook lover's dream come true. So many options, I'm in heaven! I'm amazed at how this app has made my workouts more motivating and my audiobooks more accessible. Middle-of-the-road experience. The audiobook was fine—good narration, decent story—but it didn’t leave a lasting impression. If you’re looking for something low-commitment, this works.
VPR
I'm amazed at how this app has expanded my reading horizons. The app's performance is nothing short of impressive – smooth, responsive, and designed with audiobook lovers in mind. I love the ability to change the playback speed. It’s perfect for my needs. I’m blown away by how feature-rich ListenBook is. From the customizable themes to the car mode, everything is designed with the user in mind. The app works flawlessly, and I’ve had zero issues with crashes or bugs. Highly recommend! The narrator was good but spoke a bit too slowly for my taste. I had to speed it up to 1.2x which then made some parts sound slightly unnatural.
Bad Princess
I've rediscovered my love for reading, all thanks to this app's convenience. Looping playback is my secret weapon for language learning. It's revolutionized my approach.
Achilles Mountain
ListenBook's innovative features, from audio filters to statistics, make it a standout app. ListenBook's sharing options make it a breeze to connect with fellow audiobook enthusiasts and share recommendations.
Twister Hero
ListenBook has made audiobook listening a personalized and enriching journey. 🎶📚 Replacing tunes with stories – my house is alive with the sound of narration! 🎧🏠 Streamlining my audiobook journey – this app's design is top-notch. Tone adjustment is such an innovative feature. It adds a personal touch to narration.
Pixie Soldier
Audiobook multitasking made easy – this app's functionality is top-notch. 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! 🌟📚
Accidental Genius
I've never been so entertained while doing household chores – this app is a lifesaver! I'm in awe of how this app has brought new dimensions to my reading experience. Chapters, configurable auto-rewind, and bookmarks on ListenBook keep me in control of my content. 📚 Turning my phone into a portal of stories – this app's ease of use is remarkable! 📱💫 Downloading over WiFi saves so much time. Very efficient.
Manly
With this app, I've turned mundane chores into exciting opportunities for intellectual growth. This app has made long flights and road trips so much more enjoyable. Kudos to the developers for crafting an app that understands readers' needs. The smooth playback and sleek design are pure perfection. 📚👏 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!
Bearded Angler
The statistics feature in ListenBook is a valuable tool for monitoring and optimizing my audiobook consumption. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is like a magic wand, transforming noisy environments into serene listening spaces. Automatic extraction of artwork and metadata adds a professional touch to my library. The app is lightweight and doesn’t drain my battery.
Moon Solitaire
ListenBook's chapters, controls, and filters have transformed my listening sessions into immersive journeys. If you love stories but have a busy schedule, this app is your solution! With this app, reading is as simple as pressing play – it's genius! The app supports a wide range of formats. ListenBook is very versatile.
Chicago Blackout
The noise reduction feature on ListenBook Pro is a godsend for clear and comfortable listening. 🚶♀️📖 Discovering new worlds on my daily walks – this app is my travel companion! 🌍🎧 ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch has made audiobook listening a part of my daily routine. Binaural audio processing really helps reduce listening fatigue. Great feature!
Silver Cup
Audiobooks have become my companions during daily chores, making them enjoyable. This app's dedication to providing high-quality narration has made all the difference. I'm hooked on ListenBook's silky-smooth playback, making my audio sessions truly enjoyable. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has made my recordings sound clearer than ever. Playback speed and volume controls are top-notch. Highly recommend.
Clover Rabbit
Thank you for making my reading goals more achievable and enjoyable. I'm amazed at how this app has brought back the joy of reading into my daily routine – thank you! I'm amazed at how this app has made my daily routines more enjoyable and intellectually fulfilling. ListenBook is the ultimate audiobook player. The app supports all formats, and the import process is seamless. I love the playback history feature—it’s so easy to revisit my favorite parts. Highly recommend this app! Perfect narration for this genre! The voice actor’s tone matched the atmosphere of the book, enhancing the overall experience. No complaints—just a smooth, enjoyable listen from beginning to end.
Married Man
The family subscription option is a money-saver – everyone gets to enjoy their favorite books. I can't remember the last time I was this excited about 'reading' books! As an audiobook aficionado, this app is a dream come true. Its support for various formats and effortless navigation make it my perfect reading companion. 🌟🎧
Kamikaze Granny
Kudos to the app for making literature accessible to those with busy schedules. This app has introduced me to authors I'd never heard of – now they're my favorites! The noise reduction feature is a game-changer for clearer dictaphone recordings. Looping playback is a study tool that I can't live without. It helps me master challenging content.
Black Fantastic
Audiobooks on this app have turned my travels into explorations of new narratives. I can't imagine my life without this app – it's my daily dose of literature. ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch makes it an essential companion for my daily commutes and workouts. It's convenience at its finest! Audiobook magic at my fingertips! This app's comprehensive features, from statistics tracking to enhanced audio quality, enrich my reading. 📚✨
StorySculptor
Audiobooks have never been this engaging – this app takes them to the next level. I'm amazed at how this app's features cater to audiobook enthusiasts' every need. The ability to download audiobooks directly is fantastic. ListenBook is very convenient.
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