Book description
How did a big-game fishing trip rudely interrupted by sharks inspire one of the key scenes in Hemingway's The Old Man and the Sea? How did Robert Louis Stevenson's cruise to the cannibal-infested South Sea islands prove instrumental in his writing of The Beach of Falesa and The Ebb Tide? How did Masefield survive Cape Horn and a near-nervous breakdown to write Sea Fever?The waters of this world have swirled through storytelling ever since the Celts spun the tale of Beowulf and Homer narrated The Odyssey. This enthralling book takes us on a tour of the most dangerous, exciting and often eccentric escapades of literature's sailing stars, and how these true stories inspired and informed their best-loved works. Arthur Ransome, Erskine Childers, Jack London and many others are featured as we find out how extraordinary fact fed into unforgettable fiction.
Twix Esses
I've become addicted to this app – in the best possible way! ⏰ Waking up to audiobooks – mornings have never been this magical and inspiring! ☀️🎧 I love the ability to share my progress with friends. It’s a fun feature.
Count Eagle
ListenBook's noise reduction feature in the Pro version is a testament to the app's commitment to audio quality. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun way to inspire others to read. The perfect balance between dramatic reading and natural storytelling. Felt like a friend telling me an amazing story rather than someone just reading words.
Landfill Max
ListenBook's support for a variety of audio formats ensures that I can access my content without any limitations. 🚶♀️🎧 Walking has never been this productive – exploring new worlds while I exercise! 🏞️💫 Efficiency meets audiobooks – this app's functionality is a perfect match. Adjustable playback speed is my secret weapon for covering more material in less time. A productivity boost! The interface is beautiful and functional. ListenBook is my go-to app for audiobooks.
California Goddess
I'm able to enjoy books in a whole new way – while cooking, working out, or even gardening. I'm impressed with the wide range of supported formats. Finally, an app that plays all my audiobooks flawlessly. Supports all my playlists and bookmarks seamlessly. Very convenient. This app is perfect for anyone who loves audiobooks. The interface is sleek and modern, and the playback controls are super responsive. I also appreciate the cloud integration, which lets me access my books from anywhere. Great work!
VileHero
ListenBook's library organization and book groups make managing my collection effortless. The app supports a wide range of formats. ListenBook is very versatile. The subtle background music at key moments enhanced the experience without being distracting. More audiobooks should use this technique when appropriate!
StarStrider
The statistics feature is a fantastic addition – knowing how much time I spend on audiobooks is eye-opening, and ListenBook makes tracking it a breeze. Chapters make navigation a breeze. I can easily pick up where I left off. 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.
Admiral Tot
🎉📚 This app has rekindled my love for books – I can't stop listening! 🚀🎧 🎧 My daily chores just got an upgrade! Thanks to this app, I can dive into captivating stories while cooking and cleaning. 📚🍳
Mum Mary
Effortlessly enjoying audiobooks on the go – kudos to this app's functionality. ListenBook has truly transformed my audiobook experience. The sleek interface, extensive format support, and easy downloading options make it my go-to app! Binaural audio processing reduces listening fatigue. Fantastic feature!
Kill Switch
The fact that ListenBook doesn't just play, but enhances audio quality, is truly remarkable. 🌟 This app is a game-changer – its intuitive design and seamless functionality make listening to audiobooks a joy. 🎉🎧 Makes audiobook listening super easy and enjoyable. Thanks, ListenBook!
Highlander Monk
The 'Discover' section is a treasure trove for finding hidden literary gems. Listening to audiobooks has turned mundane tasks into enjoyable experiences. Audiobooks have never been this engaging – this app takes them to the next level. The adjustable playback speed is a revelation. It's like having a personal audiobook narrator at my pace.
Lucky Brandy
With ListenBook, I can enjoy my audiobooks with enhanced sound quality and personalized settings. I love that ListenBook offers both basic and advanced features, catering to all types of users.
Magenta
Navigating audiobooks seamlessly – this app's design is top-notch. Adjusting the tone of the voice is a creative feature. It allows for a unique and personalized experience. Supports all my playlists and bookmarks perfectly. Very convenient. ListenBook’s audio quality is excellent. The app enhances my listening experience.
Feral Mayhem
With this app, I'm rediscovering the joy of reading in the most convenient way. Adjusting the tone of the voice adds a unique touch to my listening experience. I love the personalization!
Short Firecracker
I'm enjoying books I never thought I'd be interested in – all thanks to this app. ListenBook's smooth playback and easy navigation ensure that my audiobook experience is always top-notch. ListenBook is like a personal audiobook library in my pocket. Organized and easily accessible. The audio filters make a noticeable difference. ListenBook provides an excellent listening experience.
Po1son
The family subscription option is a money-saver – everyone gets to enjoy their favorite books. The ListenBook app is a must-have for anyone who loves to learn and be entertained through audiobooks. ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch integration ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks wherever I am. Navigating through my audiobook library is a joy with this app's intuitive interface and easy controls. It's like having a personal reading companion at my side. 📱📖 CUE playlist support helps me organize my audiobooks efficiently. It's a great organizational tool.
Slug-em-dog
This app has turned my long walks into delightful literary adventures. Audiobooks have become my travel companions, and this app is my guide. This app has made reading a part of my lifestyle, no matter where I am. Shuffle playback is a fun feature. It keeps me engaged with my audiobooks. ListenBook has completely changed how I enjoy audiobooks. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate. Five stars!
Dr. Jam Man
ListenBook's versatile controls and playback options have made my study sessions more productive and enjoyable. I'm amazed at how this app has turned my errands into exciting reading sessions.
Gas Man
ListenBook has turned my downtime into an opportunity for exploration and growth. Elevating my reading experience to a whole new level, this app's user-friendly interface and easy navigation have me hooked. Audiobooks have never been this enjoyable! 📱🔊
Muzish
ListenBook's powerful audio downloading features are a game-changer – I can have my audiobooks ready in no time. 💡 This app truly understands the needs of audiobook enthusiasts – it delivers an effortless and enjoyable listening experience. 📚🎧 The ability to download audiobooks directly is fantastic. ListenBook is very convenient.
StarStrider
The ability to download audio from network devices directly within ListenBook is incredibly convenient. I can't get enough of this app's intuitive design – it's like a personal library right at my fingertips. 🚗 Transforming long drives into memorable journeys through the magic of audiobooks! 🚗📚
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