Book description
NEW YORK TIMES BEST SELLER - An insightful look into the mind of a master storyteller--and a unique look at the craft of writing from the beloved and best-selling author of 1Q84, Norwegian Wood, and What I Talk About When I Talk About Running. "Murakami is like a magician who explains what he's doing as he performs the trick and still makes you believe he has supernatural powers" --New York Times Book Review A MOST ANTICIPATED BOOK: Esquire, Vulture, LitHub, New York Observer Aspiring writers and readers who have long wondered where the mysterious novelist gets his ideas and what inspires his strangely surreal worlds will be fascinated by this engaging book from the internationally best-selling author. Haruki Murakami now shares with readers his thoughts on the role of the novel in our society; his own origins as a writer; and his musings on the sparks of creativity that inspire other writers, artists, and musicians. Here are the personal details of a life devoted to craft: the initial moment at a Yakult Swallows baseball game, when he suddenly knew he could write a novel; the importance of memory, what he calls a writer's "mental chest of drawers"; the necessity of loneliness, patience, and his daily running routine; the seminal role a carrier pigeon played in his career and more. "What I want to say is that in a certain sense, while the novelist is creating a novel, he is simultaneously being created by the novel as well." --Haruki Murakami
Swan Mustang
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NightWonka
I'm blown away by the range of non-fiction audiobooks available – so much to learn! ListenBook's support for various audio formats means I never have to worry about compatibility issues. 👀📚 Exploring stories even with my eyes off the page – this app is a bedtime dream! 😴🎧
Chameleon
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Keystone
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Ladysmith
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Pecan Oblivion
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Pepper Mouse
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Magenta
I love that ListenBook Pro allows me to customize the tone of the sound – it adds a personal touch. 🌟 Who needs a dull commute when you can embark on literary journeys with this app? 🚗📖 Bookmarks are a lifesaver for my study materials. I can easily revisit important sections.
Legacy
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Petite Flurry
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Clover Dragon
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Gamer Bean
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Soda Delirium
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Impulsive Flower
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Drift
Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a great way to spread the joy of storytelling with friends. Adjusting the tone of the voice is a unique feature that adds a personalized touch to the listening experience. Perfect for repeat listening! The narrator's performance was so rich with detail that I'm sure I'll discover new layers on a second listen. Their interpretation felt authentic to the material while bringing fresh insights. The audio production was pristine from start to finish.
Pixie Taze
ListenBook's seamless integration with CarPlay enhances my daily commute, making it a productive and enjoyable experience. With this app, audiobook listening has become an integral part of my daily routines – it's a game-changer. Audiobook excellence – this app's design enhances my reading experience. CUE playlist support is a fantastic addition. It helps me organize my audiobooks effortlessly. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a great way to spread the joy of reading.
Bones
ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch integration ensures that I can enjoy my content wherever I go. Adjusting the tone of the voice is a game-changer. It's like customizing my listening experience.
Take Away
The app's recommendations are surprisingly accurate – it's like they know my taste perfectly! Audiobook joy made simple – this app's ease of use is commendable. The app's versatility in audio downloading is impressive. It's a one-stop solution for all my content. ListenBook has made managing my audiobook collection a breeze. Library organization is top-notch. It was fine. The narrator did an adequate job but nothing about the performance particularly stood out to me. Got me through my commute though.
Intimidating Presence
This app's user-friendly layout and quick access to controls have made audiobook listening a breeze. Looping playback is an invaluable tool for my study sessions. It helps me grasp complex concepts. This audiobook spoiled me for others! The narrator's professional delivery set a high bar - perfect diction, ideal pacing, and emotional authenticity. The recording quality was equally impressive with no distracting artifacts. I finished it far too quickly because I couldn't stop listening.
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