Book description
Life in Motion (Audiobook)
by Misty Copeland - narrated with the grace it deserves
From the first note to the final bow, Misty Copeland's memoir rings out like a perfectly choreographed piece of music-only this time the choreography is spoken word and the stage is your ear. As an audiobook, "Life in Motion" feels as intimate as if she were standing beside you on a rehearsal floor, sharing her secrets with whispered reverence.
Copeland opens with the image of a 13-year-old girl clutching a pair of ballet shoes at a community center, unaware that she would someday become the first African-American principal ballerina at the American Ballet Theatre. The narration captures her raw determination and the subtle vulnerability that made her story resonate beyond dance circles. Listeners are drawn into her world: the relentless practice sessions, the sting of family conflict, and the quiet moments where she wrestled with identity and ambition.
What makes this audiobook special is how it mirrors the very rhythm Copeland herself describes-fast-paced triumphs interspersed with slower, reflective passages that allow you to feel the weight of her struggles. The narrator's tone shifts seamlessly from fiery excitement during performance anecdotes to gentle introspection when recounting family tensions. It feels as if she were performing a pas de deux with your imagination.
Critics have praised Copeland's "sensitive" and "clear-eyed" storytelling, and the audiobook delivers on that promise. Her voice-both literally and metaphorically-remains steadfast, never allowing the grandeur of ballet to eclipse the humanity at its core. The sound design is minimal but effective: subtle background music swells during key scenes, yet never overpowers her words.
For anyone who has ever dreamt of a different life, "Life in Motion" offers more than inspiration-it provides a tangible soundtrack to perseverance. Whether you're a seasoned dancer or simply seeking motivation, let Copeland's journey echo through your headphones and remind you that every great performance begins with a single step.
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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