Book description
What if we viewed reading as not just a personal hobby or a pleasurable indulgence but a spiritual practice that deepens our faith?In Reading for the Love of God, award-winning author Jessica Hooten Wilson does just that--and then shows readers how to reap the spiritual benefits of reading. She argues that the simple act of reading can help us learn to pray well, love our neighbor, be contemplative, practice humility, and disentangle ourselves from contemporary idols.Accessible and engaging, this guide outlines several ways Christian thinkers--including Augustine, Julian of Norwich, Frederick Douglass, and Dorothy L. Sayers--approached the act of reading. It also includes useful special features such as suggested reading lists, guided practices to approaching texts, and tips for meditating on specific texts or Bible passages. By learning to read for the love of God, readers will discover not only a renewed love of reading but also a new, vital spiritual practice to deepen their walk with God.
ThoughtTrailblazer
I've found hidden gems in genres I never thought I'd be interested in. This app has turned my long walks into delightful literary adventures. With ListenBook, I've found a convenient and enjoyable way to engage with audiobooks and educational content. This app has rekindled my passion for storytelling in the most convenient way. ListenBook’s interface is clean and intuitive. It’s a joy to use.
New York Sixlet
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro adds a personalized touch to my audiobook experience. ListenBook has redefined the way I experience stories, turning every moment into an adventure. Audiobooks made delightful – this app's usability is a breath of fresh air. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a delightful feature. Sharing is caring! Great for listening to lectures and educational content. Very useful!
Cream
The interface is sleek and modern. It's a pleasure to navigate and use the app. Great app! ListenBook supports so many formats, and the playback is always smooth.
Street Squirrel
Audiobooks have become my escape from reality – a journey into captivating worlds. Thank you for making literature more accessible, enjoyable, and immersive. This app is a game-changer! Audiobooks on this app have turned my travels into explorations of new narratives. 📱 A world of books at my fingertips – this app's user-friendly design makes it a true reading companion. 📚📱
McDreamy
I can't believe how easy it is to discover new titles and genres. Pure delight! I'm in awe of this app's ability to make reading so accessible and convenient. 🛌 Indulging in soothing bedtime stories – this app is my nightly retreat into imagination. 🌙📚 The playback history is a great feature. I can easily revisit my favorite parts.
Impulse
Bookmarks are a lifesaver for study materials. I never lose my place again. Absolutely loved the narration! The voice actor brought the characters to life with distinct tones and emotions. The production quality was top-notch, with no background noise or distractions. A truly immersive experience!
Red Delicious
🌟 Who needs a dull commute when you can embark on literary journeys with this app? 🚗📖 The audio filters in ListenBook allow me to customize my listening experience. Speed up or slow down playback—it's all up to me! I've listened to hundreds of audiobooks, and this one stands out for its professional quality. The narrator struck the ideal balance between dramatic interpretation and letting the text speak for itself. The audio engineering was superb with consistent volume levels and crystal-clear recording.
Oblivion
ListenBook's dedication to optimizing for iOS 16 ensures a seamless experience on the latest devices. Book groups are a thoughtful addition. I can group related titles for easy access.
Onion King
I never thought I'd enjoy audiobooks as much as I do now – all thanks to this app. Audiobooks have become my bedtime companions, soothing me into a peaceful sleep. The app's compatibility with CarPlay is a dream for road trips. It keeps me entertained. ListenBook has revolutionized my audiobook enjoyment. It's an essential part of my daily routine.
AlertXis
I'm amazed at how this app's narrators bring characters and stories to life. The app is so reliable. I’ve never had any issues with it. I've listened to hundreds of audiobooks and this narrator is now in my top 5. Their timing and inflection were masterful. Never a dull moment in the entire performance.
Proper
Thank you for making literature more accessible, enjoyable, and immersive. This app is a game-changer! With ListenBook, I can listen to my favorite audiobooks and speeches with maximum comfort and convenience. Effortless audiobook management – this app's usability is impressive. ListenBook’s support for CarPlay is great. I can listen to audiobooks in my car easily. The app is super intuitive. I was up and running in minutes.
Pop Bee
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook is a fun feature that adds a unique touch to my audiobook experience. With ListenBook, I can enjoy my audiobooks with enhanced sound quality and personalized settings. ListenBook has transformed my daily routine into an opportunity to learn, relax, and enjoy.
Kabuki
ListenBook's focus on quality and user experience has made it my go-to app for audiobooks and educational content. This app has made my road trips and flights infinitely more enjoyable.
Steel Heart
ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a blessing for enjoying clear audio in any environment. The auto-rewind feature after interruptions is a small thing that makes a big difference. Adjusting the narrator's voice tone is a fantastic feature. It adds a personal touch.
Nibbler
Effortless audiobook management – this app's usability is a winner. Quick access to chapters is a blessing. No more scrolling through endless content. The playback history is a great feature. I can easily revisit my favorite parts.
360
The fact that ListenBook doesn't just play, but enhances audio quality, is truly remarkable. ListenBook has revolutionized the way I consume content. It's like having a personal tutor in my ear. The perfect balance between dramatic reading and natural storytelling. Felt like a friend telling me an amazing story rather than someone just reading words.
Indigo Red
I've become a loyal fan of audiobooks, and this app is the reason why! ListenBook's library organization and book groups help me keep my content neatly sorted. I'm hooked on this app's effortless downloading process – I can have my favorite audiobooks in seconds. 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.
Sexual Chocolate
ListenBook's compatibility with various audio formats ensures that I can enjoy a wide range of content hassle-free. Thanks to ListenBook, I'm now exploring different genres and formats I never thought I would. ListenBook's ability to extract artwork and metadata automatically adds a visual touch to my audiobook collection. The app is so easy to use. I was up and running in minutes.
The Final Judgement
With ListenBook, I've unlocked a world of educational and entertaining content right at my fingertips. ListenBook's dedication to providing an excellent user experience sets a new standard in audiobook apps. ListenBook's user-friendly interface and quick controls make it my preferred choice for audiobook enjoyment.
Sly Silvermoon
📱 It's like having a personal audiobook library at my fingertips! This app's functionality is a dream come true for book lovers. 📚🔥 ListenBook's tone adjustment feature in the Pro version is a creative tool that adds a fun twist to my audiobook journey. Finally, an app that understands the power of CUE playlists. Perfect for organizing. Highly engaging! The combination of a well-written story and skilled narration made this audiobook hard to pause. I finished it much faster than I expected because I just couldn’t stop listening.
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