Book description
"As I've been told on more than one occasion, my expectation that a courtship will mimic a Victorian novel's plot might lean toward the unrealistic. But when seeking advice to bolster [my] love life...I shy away from current romantic self-help books... Enter Much Ado About Loving, in which dating blogger Maura Kelly and sex columnist Jack Murnigan comb classic literature for love lessons." --Elle "A treat for any book lover, happily mated or cheerfully single." --USA Today "A clever, amusing hybrid of lit crit and relationship advice." --Publisher's Weekly "Like a Cliff Notes for the lovelorn, as told by two authors who've 'been there.' Much Ado is as sage as it is funny. " --Lucinda Rosenfeld, "Friend or Foe" columnist at Slate and author of the novels, I'm So Happy for You and The Pretty One "I'll take my advice from Toni Morrison over Suzanne Somers any day, even if it doesn't come in bullet-point format, with a weight-loss chart. Wisdom rarely does. [Much Ado About Loving] is a clever mash-up of dating advice and literary discussion, with the authors alternating chapters and subjects...That's probably the first time Virgil has been used for romantic advice, at least in this century - and that alone is an achievement. " --The New York Daily News "I find reading novels to be more entertaining than reading advice columns, so why not combine the two? Dear Jane instead of Dear Abby." --Columbus Ledger-Enquirer "In Much Ado About Loving: What Our Favorite Novels Can Teach You About Date Expectations, Not-So-Great Gatsbys and Love in the Time of Internet Personals, authors Kelly and Murnighan demonstrate that most literary classics contain great lessons about romance that are still relevant today... The authors take a magnifying glass to some of literature's great and not-so-great hookups, injecting some of their own dating triumphs and faux pas, both relatable and comical." --The New Jersey Monthly " Much Ado About Loving... plumb[s] great literature for relationship advice." - New York Times Book Review jQuery(function() { jQuery( "#tabs" ).tabs(); });
Goldman
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Stacker of Wheat
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Kimono Goddess
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Ember Rope
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Starshine
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Stick Shift
Savoring audiobooks without complications – this app's design is commendable. ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a fascinating way to add a personal touch to my audiobook journey. Fairly enjoyable, but forgettable. I didn’t have any major complaints, but I also don’t see myself revisiting this one. It was a decent way to spend a few hours, though.
Miss Rum Punch
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Cooger
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Upper D3ckR
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Sidewalk Enforcer
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Elder Pogue
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WanderWord
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EchoEmissary
I can't get enough of the binaural audio processing. It's like a breath of fresh air for my ears. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun way to inspire others to read. With ListenBook Pro, I can enjoy super long audiobooks. It's fantastic! Unlimited length audiobooks with ListenBook Pro are a huge plus! A perfectly acceptable audiobook that fulfilled its purpose. The narration was competent if not particularly memorable, and the production quality was standard for the genre. It served as decent background entertainment during mundane tasks.
Fuzzy Rainbow
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German Coach
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Demand Chopper
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Mule Lock
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Lincoln Rider
Discovering new worlds through audiobooks has never been easier! This app's intuitive interface and seamless functionality make every listening session a delight. 📚🎧 The app's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch makes it a true companion for all occasions.
Carrot Joker
This app has introduced me to authors I'd never heard of – now they're my favorites! This app has added a new layer of enjoyment to my downtime – I'm truly grateful. Audiobooks made delightful – this app's usability is a breath of fresh air.
Noise Toy
No more straining my eyes – this app lets me 'read' with my ears! 🚶♀️🎧 Strolling through captivating narratives while I take my daily walks – pure bliss! 🏞️📚 Effortlessly immersing in stories – this app's ease of use is a game-changer.
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