Book description
A poetic and philosophical and brave and uplifting meditation on how important it is to make peace and meaning of our lives while we still have them." -Elizabeth Gilbert, bestselling author of Eat Pray Love Illuminating, unflinching and ultimately inspiring... A book to treasure." -People MagazineA hospice chaplain passes on wisdom on giving meaning to life, from those taking leave of it. As a hospice chaplain, Kerry Egan didn't offer sermons or prayers, unless they were requested; in fact, she found, the dying rarely want to talk about God, at least not overtly. Instead, she discovered she'd been granted a powerful chance to witness firsthand what she calls the "spiritual work of dying"--the work of finding or making meaning of one's life, the experiences it's contained and the people who have touched it, the betrayals, wounds, unfinished business, and unrealized dreams. Instead of talking, she mainly listened: to stories of hope and regret, shame and pride, mystery and revelation and secrets held too long. Most of all, though, she listened as her patients talked about love--love for their children and partners and friends; love they didn't know how to offer; love they gave unconditionally; love they, sometimes belatedly, learned to grant themselves. This isn't a book about dying--it's a book about living. And Egan isn't just passively bearing witness to these stories. An emergency procedure during the birth of her first child left her physically whole but emotionally and spiritually adrift. Her work as a hospice chaplain healed her, from a brokenness she came to see we all share. Each of her patients taught her something about what matters in the end--how to find courage in the face of fear or the strength to make amends; how to be profoundly compassionate and fiercely empathetic; how to see the world in grays instead of black and white. In this hopeful, moving, and beautiful book, she passes along all their precious and necessary gifts.
Wild Hair
The convenience of having an entire library at my fingertips is a dream come true. As a visually impaired person, this app has opened up a new world of stories for me. I'm amazed by the variety of genres available โ there's something for everyone. Audiobooks at my fingertips โ this app's functionality is a game-changer. ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a unique touch that adds personalization to my audiobook journey.
Demo Tequila
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Esquire
With this app, reading is no longer confined to a specific time or place. The speed adjustment feature is my secret weapon for studying complex materials.
Arsenic Coo
I'm blown away by the silky-smooth playback, even for high-quality formats like FLAC. Top-notch performance! Automated extraction of artwork and metadata adds a professional touch to my library.
Cupid Dust
ListenBook's commitment to excellence shines through in its user-friendly interface and smooth playback. I love that ListenBook offers both basic and advanced features, catering to all types of users. ๐ง Audiobooks anywhere, anytime โ this app's convenience is unbeatable! ๐๐ ListenBook's support for a variety of audio formats ensures that my audiobook collection is always accessible.
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Alley Cat
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RetroMirage
User-centric audiobook joy โ this app's ease of use is a true marvel. The auto-rewind feature is a small detail that has a big impact on my listening experience. I love it! Book groups are a thoughtful addition. I can group related titles for easy access.
Genghis Glyph
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My commutes to work have transformed into exciting journeys thanks to this app. This app has reignited my love for literature and made it a part of my everyday life. ๐ Making every moment count โ this app turns everyday activities into a reading adventure! ๐๐ซ Navigating audiobooks with ease โ this app's functionality is a standout.
Darkside Orbit
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Shay
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Hang 11
Automatic artwork and metadata extraction keep my audiobook library organized and visually appealing. ListenBook Pro's unlimited audiobook length is a game-changer.
Disco Thunder
ListenBook's dedication to delivering top-notch audio quality is evident in every detail. The app supports a wide range of formats. ListenBook is very versatile.
Kinged
This audiobook app is an absolute lifesaver! It brings my favorite stories to life with unparalleled convenience. With this app, I'm discovering the joy of reading during my commutes. I'm impressed by the extensive statistics feature, allowing me to track my audiobook consumption over time. My workouts have become more enjoyable and productive with ListenBook's compatibility with Apple Watch.
Murder Cherry
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Bad Bunny
With ListenBook, downloading audiobooks has become hassle-free, thanks to the various download options. Adjusting playback speed has revolutionized the way I consume audiobooks. I can cover more ground while maintaining comprehension. I love the compatibility with iOS 16. The app runs smoothly and flawlessly.
Deano
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Mule Lock
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Unseen
The diverse range of narrators adds a new layer of depth to each story. Navigating through chapters is effortless with ListenBook. It's a user-friendly and intuitive experience. The audio quality is excellent, and the interface is intuitive. ListenBook is my go-to app for audiobooks.
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