Book description
'Shearwater is sheer delight, a luminous portrait of a magical seabird which spans the watery globe' Daily Mail.'Charming and impassioned ... a rich tribute to an extraordinary bird.' Horatio Clare, author of A Single Swallow and Heavy Light.A very personal mix of memoir and natural history from the author of Liquid Gold.Ten weeks into its life, a Manx shearwater chick will emerge from its burrow and fly 8,000 miles from the west coast of the British Isles to the South Atlantic. It will be unlikely to touch land again for four years.Part memoir, part homage to wilderness, Shearwater traces the author's 50-year obsession with one of nature's supreme travellers. In the finest tradition of nature writing, Roger Morgan-Grenville, author of Liquid Gold - described by Mary Colwell (Curlew Moon) as 'a book that ignites joy and warmth' - unpicks the science behind its incredible journey; and into the story of a year in the shearwater's life, he threads the inspirational influence of his Hebridean grandmother who instilled in him a love of wild places and wild animals.Full of lightly-worn knowledge, acute human observation and self-deprecating humour, Shearwater brings to life a truly mysterious and charismatic bird.
Hella Fella
Effortlessly enjoying audiobook journeys – this app's ease of use is a winner. The app is so user-friendly. Even my grandma can use it!
Babe
ListenBook's support for playlists in CUE format is a detail-oriented touch I truly appreciate. The speed adjustment feature is my secret weapon for studying complex materials. ListenBook has united my love for audiobooks with my passion for learning. What a brilliant app! Decent audiobook but I think I would have enjoyed reading it more. Some of the more subtle humor didn't quite land in the audio format.
QuantumQuill
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Sepukku
This app's compatibility with different formats has made my audiobook collection diverse and enjoyable. Effortlessly enjoying audiobook journeys – this app's ease of use is a delight.
DragonBlood
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DreamWeaver
Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a wonderful way to share stories and connect with friends. The app is so easy to set up. I was listening to my books in no time.
RawSkills
ListenBook's compatibility with playlists and CUE files is a great addition for those who love organized listening. The fact that ListenBook doesn't just play, but enhances audio quality, is truly remarkable.
Super Flick
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is a brilliant way to connect. 🌟 Adding excitement to each day – this app ensures that every moment is an opportunity to explore new stories. 📚🚀 ListenBook has become my go-to workout companion. It keeps me motivated and entertained. The app is so easy to use. I was up and running in minutes.
Raid Bucker
This app has introduced me to genres I never thought I'd enjoy – it's eye-opening. The auto-rewind feature is a small detail that has a big impact on my listening experience. I love it! Downloading audio from network devices is a brilliant feature. It's incredibly convenient. ListenBook has revolutionized how I consume content. It's like having a personal library in my pocket.
Accidental Genius
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Houston Rocket
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Snow Pharaoh
I'm amazed at how this app seamlessly integrates into my life, enhancing every moment with stories. is a breeze with ListenBook. It's convenient and efficient.
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DreamDiver
🌟 Who needs a dull commute when you can embark on literary journeys with this app? 🚗📖 I love the ability to share my progress with friends. It’s a fun feature. ListenBook is hands down the best audiobook player I’ve 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!
Black Walnut
ListenBook's support for various download methods means I can acquire new content in a way that suits me best. The chapters feature on ListenBook enhances my audiobook exploration – it's like flipping through pages. Book groups are a thoughtful addition. It's like having virtual bookshelves! I love how I can create playlists. It’s perfect for organizing my books. I love the ability to share my progress with friends. It’s a fun feature.
Squatch
The voice actors are incredible – they make the characters come alive. ListenBook’s interface is beautiful and functional. It’s my favorite app for audiobooks. What a fantastic listening experience! The narrator brought the characters to life with distinct voices and emotional depth. The pacing was perfect - not too fast to lose details, not too slow to become boring. I particularly appreciated how well the narrator conveyed the atmosphere of key scenes.
Prof. Smirk
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro is a fun way to customize my listening experience. I'm amazed at how this app has seamlessly integrated reading into my daily rhythm. With ListenBook Pro, I can enjoy super long audiobooks. It's fantastic! Supports all my playlists and bookmarks perfectly. Very convenient. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books while exercising.
3D Waffle
ListenBook has made my daily commutes enjoyable. No more boredom! The intuitive chapter navigation and quick access to controls make my audiobook experience seamless. Sharing audiobooks with friends is a fantastic way to introduce them to new stories.
Demo
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General Broomdog
Noise reduction on ListenBook enhances the clarity of dictaphone recordings, allowing me to enjoy content even in noisy environments. No more limits on the genres I can explore! This app's versatility in downloading and organizing audiobooks ensures I always have a captivating tale at my fingertips. 📖📱 The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening time. I love the auto-bookmark feature. It saves my place automatically.
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