Book description
As so many Americans feel powerless to confront a financial system designed to serve the few, Shuman offers us real choices: tools that align our lives with our values. That's power. I love this highly readable, timely, surprising book. --Frances Moore Lappé, author of Daring Democracy and Diet for a Small Planet Americans agree on very little these days, but red state conservatives and blue state progressives can agree on one critical point: Wall Street can no longer be trusted. Yet most of us continue to invest our money in the stocks and bonds of Fortune 500 companies, transferring our capital far from where we live and work. Local investing expert Michael Shuman offers another alternative. He shows how we can use two well-established--but rarely used--investment tools to keep our money close and get a return as good as or better than what we'd get investing in distant, indifferent corporations. Shuman explains the nuts and bolts of self-directed IRAs and solo 401(k)s and how they can be combined with other recently legalized local investing tools. He details how to set these accounts up, identify and evaluate a whole range of local investment opportunities, and make sure account holders stay on the right side of the law. While the book is written for people without a lot of investment experience--Shuman explains concepts like liquidity and diversification in simple terms--even if you're as experienced as Warren Buffett, this book will make you rethink everything you know about investing. With Shuman's expert advice, you can strengthen your investment portfolio and your community, neighborhoods, and schools at the same time!
Thumb Candy
It's like having a personal library that fits in my pocket – truly amazing! I love how ListenBook extracts artwork and metadata from audio files, adding a visual touch to my listening experience. I'm blown away by ListenBook's ability to maintain audio quality even for formats like FLAC and AWB. My productivity has soared since I started using ListenBook for my study materials. CUE playlist support is a thoughtful feature that keeps my audiobook listening organized and enjoyable.
Magenta
Looping playback is my favorite study tool. It's a game-changer for mastering challenging content. The app's compatibility with CarPlay enhances my driving experience. Audiobooks on the road have never been better.
Hitch Frenzy
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RealmRanger
Audiobook enthusiasts, rejoice! This app's design focuses on seamless interaction. Navigating audiobooks seamlessly – this app's design is top-notch. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books while commuting.
Cardinal Rebel
The ability to highlight passages and take notes while listening is a fantastic feature. 💼 Elevating my work-from-home routine with this app's delightful audiobook selection! 💻📖 The app’s design is sleek and modern. ListenBook is my favorite audiobook player.
Moon Cricket
Bravo to the creators of this app – they've truly captured the essence of convenient audiobook enjoyment. The smooth playback and thoughtful design have won me over. 📚👏 Noise reduction is magic. I can finally enjoy dictaphone recordings without discomfort. ListenBook’s bookmarking feature is incredibly useful. I never lose my place in a book.
Judge
I never thought I'd enjoy audiobooks as much as I do now – all thanks to this app. I love how ListenBook makes it easy to organize my audiobook library. The app supports all formats, and the import process is a breeze. The playback controls are responsive, and the sound quality is excellent. Highly recommend!
Tornado Maker
With ListenBook, my daily commutes have become a cherished time for learning and enjoyment. ListenBook is packed with useful features. It’s the best audiobook app I’ve used.
Overrun
Gone are the days of struggling with formats. Thanks to this app, my audiobook journey is a breeze, and every tale is a tap away. Highly recommended! 📚🎧 Decent narration, predictable story. The voice actor did a good job, but the plot followed a familiar formula. If you’re looking for something new and groundbreaking, this might not be it.
Pepper Mouse
ListenBook has brought the joy of audiobooks back into my life in a whole new way. Audiobook immersion without fuss – this app's ease of use is commendable.
Sw33per
Organizing my audiobook library has never been easier. The app keeps everything tidy. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun way to inspire others to read.
Vortex
ListenBook's unlimited length of audiobooks with the Pro version is a fantastic value for avid listeners. I love how this app turns even the dullest tasks into exciting storytelling moments. This app has added a new layer of enjoyment to my downtime – I'm truly grateful. Navigating through chapters has never been easier. It's a user-friendly delight. The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening time.
Whipsaw
No more carrying heavy books – this app has transformed my reading habits. Chapters make navigation a breeze. I can easily pick up where I left off. The app is perfect for people who love to read but don’t have the time.
Hightower
This app has turned even my mundane tasks into exciting learning opportunities. This app's library is a treasure trove – I'm always discovering new favorites. ListenBook's features make it the ultimate audio companion for any audiobook enthusiast.
Jack Cassidy
ListenBook has transformed my daily activities into opportunities for personal growth. ⭐️ Kudos to the developers for creating an app that's both functional and user-friendly. I can navigate and enjoy my books effortlessly. 📚👏 Binaural audio processing is a godsend. My ears don't fatigue even during extended listening. The app is so easy to set up. I was listening to my books in no time.
Waylay Dave
I'm impressed by how much more I'm learning through audiobooks compared to traditional reading. This app has added a touch of magic to my mundane moments – I'm forever grateful. Navigating chapters and genres is a breeze with this app's functionality. An average audiobook experience. Nothing was wrong with it—the narration was fine, and the story was okay—but nothing particularly stood out. It served its purpose as entertainment during my commute.
Baby Spell
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RoarSweetie
I've found solace and relaxation in the pages of countless audiobooks. This app's compatibility with different formats has made my audiobook collection diverse and enjoyable. I can't imagine my life without this app – it's my constant source of books.
Diamond Gamer
Audiobook enthusiasts, gather round! This app's remarkable features, including audio filters and compatibility, have transformed my commutes into captivating journeys. 🎉🎧 Elegant design and easy-to-navigate interface. Very pleased with ListenBook.
Grave Scuttlebutt
With ListenBook, I can enjoy my audiobooks with enhanced sound quality and personalized settings. This app is my secret to staying ahead on my reading list, even during my busiest days. Kudos to the developers for optimizing this app for iOS 16. It runs like a dream on my device.
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