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 LappΓ©, 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!
Dahlia
I can't believe how much time I've gained by listening while cooking and doing chores. Audiobook enjoyment has never been this convenient. This app's sleek design and efficient organization ensure that every story is accessible and enjoyable. ππ Organization made easy! This app's efficient management of my audiobook collection ensures I'm always engrossed in a captivating tale. ππ±
Soda Delirium
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook is a fantastic way to spread the joy of listening. ListenBook's support for a wide range of formats means I can listen to all my favorite content without worries. I can't get enough of this app's intuitive design β it's like a personal library right at my fingertips. With this app, audiobook listening has become a seamless and enjoyable part of my everyday life.
All Natural
Quick access to chapters and controls ensures a seamless listening experience with ListenBook. It's effortless to use. Elegant design and user-friendly interface. Love it! I love the auto-rewind feature. ListenBook always picks up right where I left off. The app is so well-designed. Itβs clear the developers put a lot of thought into it. 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!
General Finish
ListenBook's clean interface and organized layout make it a pleasure to browse through my audiobooks. π Adding excitement to everyday tasks β this app is my partner in productivity! ππ π Rekindling my love for reading β this app makes each day a new adventure! ππ The auto-rewind feature is a small detail that has a big impact on my listening experience. I love it! ListenBook has completely transformed how I enjoy audiobooks. The chapter navigation is seamless, and the statistics feature is a fun way to track my listening progress. The app is stable, fast, and incredibly user-friendly. Five stars!
Virgo Moon
ListenBook's dedication to providing an exceptional listening experience shines through in every aspect of the app. The app is perfect for multitaskers. I can listen while working out.
WanderWord
ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is an innovative touch that adds a layer of personalization. Sharing audiobooks with friends is a great way to connect over stories. The app's compatibility with CarPlay is a dream for road trips. It keeps me entertained. Adjusting the tone of the voice is an innovative feature that allows for a personalized listening experience.
Marine Dre
Listening to audiobooks while cooking has made meal prep much more enjoyable. The chapters feature on ListenBook enhances my audiobook exploration β it's like flipping through pages. Kudos to the developers for crafting an app that understands readers' needs. The smooth playback and sleek design are pure perfection. ππ A reasonable choice for casual listening. The audiobook was well-produced, but the pacing felt uneven in places. I didnβt dislike it, but I also didnβt feel strongly about it one way or another. The subtle background music at key moments enhanced the experience without being distracting. More audiobooks should use this technique when appropriate!
Sweetness
ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch integration has elevated my listening experience. is a breeze. It's incredibly convenient for building my collection. Great for fans of this genre! The pacing, narration, and production quality were all excellent. It felt like a movie playing in my mind. Iβll be checking out more from this narrator for sure.
Sly Bible
I've become a more empathetic listener thanks to the emotional depth of audiobooks. Finally, an app that caters to audiobook enthusiasts like me. The diverse format support and user-friendly design are a game-changer. π±π ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a unique touch that adds personalization to my audiobook journey. Flawless support for various audio formats. Very happy with it.
Princess Dove
Listening to audiobooks with my kids has become a cherished bonding activity. The app never crashes. Itβs reliable and stable. The app is perfect for language learners. The playback speed control is a game-changer.
Vermilion
Audiobooks on the go β this app's design prioritizes convenience. ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a fun way to experiment with the audiobook experience.
Sugar Apple
Audiobooks have become my travel companions, and this app is my guide. π Adding excitement to everyday tasks β this app is my partner in productivity! ππ πΆββοΈπ Discovering new worlds on my daily walks β this app is my travel companion! ππ§ The app is perfect for people who love to read but donβt have the time. ListenBook is a game-changer for audiobook lovers. The app supports all formats, and the import process is seamless. I love the playback history featureβitβs so easy to revisit my favorite parts. Highly recommend this app!
ThickSKN
This app has introduced me to genres I never thought I'd enjoy β it's eye-opening. With this app, I've unlocked the secret to reading even on the busiest days. π± It's like having a personal audiobook library at my fingertips! This app's functionality is a dream come true for book lovers. ππ₯ ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has significantly improved the audio quality of my recordings. ListenBook is hands down the best audiobook player Iβve 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!
Mrs. Voltage
With ListenBook, I can now enjoy my favorite audiobooks and speeches with the utmost comfort and convenience. Audiobooks have become a staple in my routine, all thanks to this app's seamless integration and user-friendly design. It's a must-have for any book lover. ππ±
Fire Fish
ListenBook has redefined my audiobook journey, making it more enjoyable and convenient than ever before. πͺ Doubling the impact of my workouts β exercising and exploring stories, all thanks to this app! πͺπ§
Stacker of Wheat
Effortless and enriching β that's how I'd describe my experience with this app. Its functionality, from seamless downloads to binaural audio processing, has truly raised the bar. π±π My productivity has soared since I started using ListenBook for my study materials. The app's performance is top-notch. It's stable, responsive, and optimized for a seamless audiobook experience. Kudos to the developers! Downloading over WiFi is quick and efficient. Saves a lot of time.
Celtic Charger
The diverse selection of audiobooks has made me fall in love with storytelling all over again. This app's compatibility with different devices ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks anywhere, anytime. This app's ease of use has made my daily tasks so much more enjoyable. Listening stats keep me motivated to read more. Great addition! Not bad, but not amazing either. The narratorβs voice was pleasant, though some parts felt a bit rushed. The story had its moments, but I wouldnβt necessarily recommend it over similar titles in the genre.
Take Away
This app has made my daily routines more meaningful and enjoyable. πΌ Elevating my work-from-home routine with this app's delightful audiobook selection! π»π ListenBook's user-friendly interface and quick controls make it my preferred choice for audiobook enjoyment. ListenBook is my constant companion during workouts. The controls are so easy to use.
Snout Pixie
This app's efficient downloading process ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks whenever and wherever. ListenBook Pro is worth every penny. The unlimited audiobook length is a dream come true. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has made my recordings sound clearer than ever.
Trouble Mittens
With ListenBook, I can now enjoy my favorite audiobooks and speeches with the utmost comfort and convenience. Audiobooks have never been this engaging β this app takes them to the next level. Savoring audiobooks without complications β this app's design is commendable.
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