Book description
As a woman with a husband and other partners, philosopher Carrie Jenkins knows that love is complicated. Love is most often associated with happiness, satisfaction and pleasure. But it has a darker side we ignore at our peril. Love is often an uncomfortable and difficult feeling. The people we love can let us down badly. And the ways we love are often quite different to the romantic ideals society foists upon us. Since we are inevitably disappointed by love, wouldn't we be better off without it? No, says Carrie Jenkins. Instead, we need a new philosophy of love, one that recognizes that the pain and suffering love causes are a natural, even a good part of what makes love worthwhile. What Jenkins calls "sad love" offers no bogus "happy ever afters". Rather, it tries to find a way properly to integrate heartbreak and disappointment into the lived experience of love. It's time we liberated love.
DreadSherX
The narrator's voices are so engaging, it's like having a personal storytelling session. Automated artwork and metadata retrieval make my audiobook library look organized and polished. The audio filters make a noticeable difference. ListenBook provides an excellent listening experience. I appreciate the dark mode option. Itโs easy on the eyes during nighttime listening.
BloodEater
Audiobooks have turned road trips into unforgettable journeys of imagination. I can't believe how easy it is to download and manage my audio content using ListenBook. Audiobook enjoyment without the hassle โ this app's design is a win. Effortless audiobook management โ this app's usability is a triumph. ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch has made audiobook listening a part of my daily routine.
Riff Raff
Unlocking a world of literary possibilities, this app's extensive compatibility and user-friendly controls have made audiobook enjoyment an everyday joy. ๐ฑ๐ Sharing audiobooks with friends is a bonding experience made easy through AirDrop and sharing options. 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!
Houston
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Nutmeg
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Raid Bucker
I love how ListenBook extracts artwork and metadata from audio files, adding a visual touch to my listening experience. With support for various formats, I can finally listen to my diverse audiobook collection.
Lucky Martian
Gone are the days of waiting for the right time to read โ this app is always ready. ๐๐ Reigniting my passion for books โ this app is my newfound reading obsession! ๐ฅ๐ง ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is an innovative way to make each audiobook unique. Iโm 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!
SkyGod
Precise controls on ListenBook give me complete command over my audio playback. ListenBook has made my daily activities more interesting and meaningful โ I'm hooked! Iโve been using ListenBook for months, and itโs been a fantastic experience. The app is lightweight, doesnโt drain my battery, and works perfectly in the background. The equalizer and voice boost features are amazing. Highly recommend! ListenBook is the ultimate audiobook player. The app supports all formats, and the import process is seamless. I love the playback history featureโitโs so easy to revisit my favorite parts. Highly recommend this app!
Opulent Gamer
ListenBook's audio filters and controls have turned my listening into a personalized experience. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a great way to spread the joy of storytelling with friends.
Joker's Grin
The variety of narrators adds a unique touch to each book, making every experience special. ListenBook's support for a variety of download methods means I can access my content in the way that suits me best. ListenBook's support for binaural audio processing is a thoughtful touch that reduces listening fatigue. This app's convenience has made reading a consistent part of my life. The ability to play various audio formats without conversion is very convenient. ListenBook is a great app.
Serendipity
Automated metadata extraction is a time-saver. My library is so organized now. Library organization and book groups make managing my audiobook collection a breeze.
Green Ghost
๐ก Embracing audiobooks while tidying up the house โ it's like having a helper! ๐ ๐ Automatic extraction of artwork and metadata adds a professional touch to my library.
Undergrad
With this app, I've found a way to turn every moment into an opportunity for learning and enrichment. Bravo to the creators of this app โ they've truly captured the essence of convenient audiobook enjoyment. The smooth playback and thoughtful design are a win. ๐๐ ListenBook has made my daily commutes so much more enjoyable. I look forward to listening every day! The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening time. ListenBook is the best audiobook player Iโve ever used. The app is reliable, fast, and packed with features like customizable themes and playback speed. The sleep timer is a lifesaver for bedtime listening. Great job, developers!
Willow Dragon
With ListenBook, I can keep track of my audiobook consumption and explore new content with ease. This app's ease of use has made my long drives educational and enjoyable. ๐ Rekindling my love for stories โ this app's accessibility has reignited my passion! ๐๐
Twinkle Cutlass
I love that ListenBook offers both basic and advanced features, catering to all types of users. ListenBook's intuitive design and thoughtful features have made my audiobook experience delightful.
DollFaceKillah
I'm amazed at how this app's features cater to audiobook enthusiasts' every need. Audiobook multitasking made easy โ this app's functionality is a marvel. Listening statistics motivate me to read more. Excellent feature!
Blade
I can't believe how much time I've gained by listening while cooking and doing chores. ListenBook Pro offers amazing value with unlimited audiobook length and noise reduction features. ListenBook has elevated my audiobook experience to new heights. It's a treasure trove of knowledge. Navigating through chapters is a breeze. It's like having a personal reading guide. ListenBookโs interface is sleek and user-friendly. Finding and playing my audiobooks has never been easier.
ThreadTraveler
Listening to audiobooks while cooking has made meal prep much more enjoyable. The app is so versatile. It works with all my devices. It was fine. The narrator did an adequate job but nothing about the performance particularly stood out to me. Got me through my commute though.
Shadow Bishop
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Dallas Burn
Streamlining audiobook enjoyment โ this app's functionality is truly impressive. The app is constantly updated with new features. The developers really care. The app is perfect for multitaskers. I can listen while working out. Iโve been using ListenBook for months, and itโs been a fantastic experience. The app is lightweight, doesnโt drain my battery, and works perfectly in the background. The equalizer and voice boost features are amazing. Highly recommend! A perfectly acceptable audiobook that fulfilled its purpose. The narration was competent if not particularly memorable, and the production quality was standard for the genre. It served as decent background entertainment during mundane tasks.
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