Book description
"Compelling," (Cal Newport) "Liberating," (Amy Dickinson) and "as entertaining as it is important" (Steven Levitt) -- How to Do Nothing meets Think Again in this lively and inspiring exploration of how quitting is, counterintuitively, the key to success. "If you're thinking about quitting a job or leaving a marriage, don't--at least not until you have read this book. Blending scientific research with stories of real-life decisions, Keller shows how quitting can be a powerful way to take control of your life."βJoseph T. Hallinan, Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and bestselling author of Why We Make Mistakes Simone Biles quit the Olympics. Prince Harry and Meghan Markle quit The Firm. Millions of people have quit their jobs, seeking happiness and defining success on their own terms. Is it a mistake? As Pulitzer prize-winning journalist Julia Keller found out, it's not. And, in fact, it might even save your life. Diving into the neuroscience of nope and the cultural messages that drive our reluctance to throw in the towel, Keller dismantles the myth of perseverance once and for all. Because grit isn't always great. Sticking it out doesn't always pay off. And quitting can be an unexpected act of self-love. Quitting: A Life Strategy humanely reminds us that, in order to live meaningful, satisfying lives, sometimes we have to say "no"--full stop. With Keller's guidance, readers will learn the art of the quasi quit, see how quitting makes space for key breakthroughs, navigate the relationship between quitting and our public lives, manage quitter's guilt, and more. As she weaves reportage from the front lines of scientific research, incisive pop culture commentary, and conversations with people who have made profound change in their own lives, Keller gives readers the rationale and confidence they need to pull the plug. Ultimately, quitting becomes a chance to shape our lives without fear--at work, at home, in our relationships, and beyond.
Feral Mayhem
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Silver Cup
As an audiobook aficionado, this app is a dream come true. Its support for various formats and effortless navigation make it my perfect reading companion. ππ§ The app is perfect for road trips. It keeps me entertained for hours.
WanderWord
ListenBook's dedication to delivering a top-notch experience is evident in every detail. I love how this app makes my daily commute a journey through literature. Looping playback is my favorite feature. It's perfect for revisiting complex content.
Cujo
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun way to introduce them to captivating stories. ListenBook is fantastic! Supports every audiobook format I have. Super convenient! Iβm so impressed with ListenBook. The app is reliable, fast, and packed with features like customizable themes and playback speed. The sleep timer is a lifesaver for bedtime listening. Highly recommend this app!
Barbwire
ListenBook Pro is totally worth it. Unlimited audiobook length β I'm in! Looping playback is a valuable study tool. It helps me grasp complex content and retain information.
Queen Ginger
Audiobooks have brought a new level of enjoyment to my daily workout routine. Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is impressive. My recordings sound crystal clear. An acceptable audiobook that met basic expectations. No complaints about quality but nothing remarkable either. Would listen to this narrator again but wouldn't seek them out.
Jersey
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ButterQuest
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Sick Saurus
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Tacklebox
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InsightInkwell
π This app is a game-changer β its intuitive design and seamless functionality make listening to audiobooks a joy. ππ§ Managing my audiobook collection is a pleasure thanks to this app's usability. The app's compatibility with CarPlay has made my road trips so much more enjoyable. Beautiful design and intuitive interface. Very pleased. ListenBookβs support for Apple Watch is a great touch. I can control my audiobooks on the go.
Call Back Queen
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QuestWeaver
With ListenBook, I've found a versatile and enjoyable way to listen to audiobooks and expand my knowledge. With ListenBook, my audio content is organized, accessible, and ready to inspire me. Decent narration, predictable story. The voice actor did a good job, but the plot followed a familiar formula. If youβre looking for something new and groundbreaking, this might not be it.
StorySculptor
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Granola
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Don Stab
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Pitfall Whiskers
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LuminaLore
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Pluto
ListenBook's chapters, controls, and filters have transformed my listening sessions into immersive journeys. π‘ This app truly understands the needs of audiobook enthusiasts β it delivers an effortless and enjoyable listening experience. ππ§ ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is an innovative way to make each audiobook unique. The range of supported formats is astounding. No more compatibility issues! The statistics tracking feature is eye-opening. I never realized how much time I spend on audiobooks until now!
Lady Peach
This app's user-friendly layout and quick access to controls have made audiobook listening a breeze. π± Audiobooks at my fingertips β this app's ease of use is a booklover's dream come true! ππ₯ Iβve been using ListenBook for months, and itβs been a fantastic experience. The app is lightweight, doesnβt drain my battery, and works perfectly in the background. The equalizer and voice boost features are amazing. Highly recommend! This audiobook transformed my household chores into enjoyable moments! The narrator's lively yet measured delivery kept me engaged throughout. I particularly appreciated how they handled exposition - making potentially dry information interesting through thoughtful inflection and pacing. This was a competent audiobook production with no major flaws. The narrator's voice was pleasant enough and the audio quality was acceptable, though not exceptional. While the performance didn't particularly stand out, it served its purpose adequately for my daily commute.
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