Book description
Encounter the sacred in the ordinary and not-so-ordinary of the holiday season with this beautiful book of blessings. For so many of us, the season leading up to Christmas is a time of huge expectations, huge busyness, and often huge grief. Ordinary Blessings for the Christmas Season, from gifted poet and empathetic pastor Meta Herrick Carlson, is a beautiful collection of prayers, poems, and meditations to help us recognize the holy beneath the hustle and hibernation of the season. While we travel, spend time with family, contend with consumerism, confront grief, and soak up joyful moments, the blessings in this book are a lovely companion for all of us who are looking to access the deeper meaning of the holidays The book includes blessings for all the ordinary and not-so-ordinary moments of the season, like addressing Christmas cards, setting boundaries with family, shoveling snow, and the first Christmas without a loved one. Also included are blessings dedicated to beloved nativity characters like Mary and the magi, blessings for each of the twelve days of Christmas, and a beautiful collection of sacred-word-inspired blessings that readers can use as daily Advent readings, connecting us to the ancient story of Christmas. Let this beautiful little book be a reminder that the holy can be found in the routine and the ritual of the holiday season.
Hex Panther
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Mule Skinner
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Plum Moon
I love that ListenBook Pro allows me to customize the tone of the sound – it adds a personal touch. This app has reignited my love for literature in the most delightful way. I'm grateful for this app – it's made reading a part of my everyday life. Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is impressive. My recordings sound crystal clear. This app is perfect for audiobook lovers. The interface is beautiful and easy to navigate.
Queen Bee
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Chasm Face
🎶 Swapping background music for the soothing voices of narrators – audiobooks have become my soundtrack for daily life. 🎵📚 The user-friendly interface and precise controls make listening to audiobooks an absolute delight. The app is so intuitive. I didn’t even need to read the instructions.
Pepper Mouse
The attention to detail is commendable. Artwork and metadata are sorted automatically. Has every feature I need. My top choice for audiobooks!
Lady Pomegranate
Audiobooks on this app have become my go-to entertainment for winding down. I love that ListenBook supports a wide range of formats, making my library diverse. The statistics tracking is a nice touch. ListenBook helps me keep track of my audiobook habits. The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening time.
ByteBard
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Sleek Assassin
I love how this app allows me to enjoy books even when I'm on the move. ListenBook's user-friendly interface and seamless playback have made it my go-to app. I'm amazed at how this app has brought back the joy of reading into my daily routine – thank you! Effortlessly managing my audiobook library – this app's design is commendable.
Hightower
I'm amazed at how this app's features cater to audiobook enthusiasts' every need. Audiobook journey simplified – this app's functionality is a wonderful surprise. Seamless audiobook integration – this app's functionality is a technological marvel. Automatic metadata extraction is a time-saver. My library is finally well-organized. ListenBook’s playback is silky-smooth. The app never glitches.
Dr. Jam Man
ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a true blessing for enjoying clear audio even in noisy environments. ListenBook's seamless integration with CarPlay has made my drives more informative.
Daffy Neo
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ByteBard
ListenBook's interface is sleek and user-friendly, making navigation a breeze. ListenBook's support for various download methods means I can access my content in the way that suits me best. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a game-changer for immersive listening in any environment. Adjusting the tone of the narrator's voice adds a layer of personalization that I never knew I needed. The seamless integration with CarPlay adds convenience and entertainment during my daily commutes.
GuTzd
I've started reading more books than ever before, all thanks to this app. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is like a magic wand, transforming noisy environments into serene listening spaces. Navigating through chapters has never been easier. It's a user-friendly delight.
SereneScribe
Seamless integration with all my devices and flawless synchronization – top-notch. ListenBook's versatile controls and playback options have made my study sessions more productive and enjoyable. I can't believe I waited this long to discover the joy of audiobooks through this app. Adjusting the tone of the voice is an innovative feature that enhances the immersion in the content. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books while exercising.
Engine Eye
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Dance Bloom
ListenBook's commitment to enhancing the audiobook experience is evident in its thoughtful features and design. ListenBook's support for various formats means I can explore a wide range of content without limitations. I love how this app turns even the dullest tasks into exciting storytelling moments. Managing my audiobook collection is a pleasure thanks to this app's usability.
Betty Cricket
Efficiency meets audiobooks – this app's functionality is a true triumph. ListenBook's sleek layout and quick chapter access have made my audiobook journey incredibly enjoyable. Makes audiobook listening super easy and enjoyable. Thank you! ListenBook is hands down the best audiobook player I’ve ever used. The interface is clean, intuitive, and packed with features like customizable playback speed and sleep timers. It supports all formats, which is a huge plus for me. Highly recommend!
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