Book description
Life Is Short (No Pun Intended) - Audiobook Review
Jennifer Arnold's Life Is Short turns the intimate, heart-warming moments that fans of TLC's The Little Couple have loved on screen into an engaging audio journey. From the very first word, the narrator-whose warm tone and clear diction capture the cadence of a heartfelt conversation-draws listeners into the story of two extraordinary people who refused to let size define their destiny.
The book is structured like a guided tour through Jen's neonatology career, Bill's entrepreneurial ventures, and the tender moments that brought them together. As the narrator recounts how they first met, listeners feel the spark in the air; each anecdote-whether it's their first date or the day they announced their adoption-unfolds with a mix of humor and reverence. The audio format shines when the duo shares behind-the-scenes details: the long hours of research that turned Jen's cancer diagnosis into a triumph, or the challenges Bill faced while building a pet shop that could accommodate families of all sizes.
What makes this audiobook especially compelling is its focus on resilience. When the narration pauses for reflection after discussing infertility and adoption, you can almost hear the quiet determination in their voices-reminding us that obstacles are merely stepping stones. The narrator's occasional interjections ("I love how...") add a conversational flair that feels like listening to friends over coffee.
The production quality is top-notch: crisp sound, subtle background music that never overwhelms, and balanced pacing that keeps you hooked from the first chapter to the last. Whether you're a devoted fan of The Little Couple or simply seeking inspiration, this audiobook offers a generous dose of optimism. Jennifer Arnold's life story-filled with love, perseverance, and an unwavering belief in making the world better-is delivered in a way that feels both personal and universally uplifting. It's not just a memoir; it's a reminder that life is indeed short, so let's live it fully-and this recording invites you to do just that.
Contrary Mary
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Digital Equinox
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Skool
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Venom Petunia
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Scratch
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Legacy
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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