Book description
"An intense, thought-provoking enquiry into the very nature of cooking." -- Nigella Lawson "One of the most original food books I've ever read, at once intelligent and sensuous, witty, provoking and truly delicious." -- Olivia Laing A bracingly original, revelatory debut that explores cooking and the kitchen as sources of pleasure, constraint and revolution, by a rising star in food writing This joyful, revelatory work of memory and meditation both complicates and electrifies life in the kitchen. Why do we cook? Is it just to feed ourselves and others? Or is there something more revolutionary going on? In Small Fires, Rebecca May Johnson reinvents cooking -- that simple act of rolling up our sleeves, wielding a knife, spattering red hot sauce on our books -- as a way of experiencing ourselves and the world. Cooking is thinking: about the liberating constraint of tying apron strings; the transformative dynamics of shared meals; the meaning of appetite and bodily pleasure; the wild subversiveness of the recipe, beyond words or control. Small Fires shows us the radical potential of the thing we do every day: the power of small fires burning everywhere.
Uncle Buddy
ListenBook's integration with CarPlay and Apple Watch has streamlined my multitasking. I love the auto-rewind feature. ListenBook always picks up right where I left off. I love the ability to share my progress with friends. It’s a fun feature.
Classy Luck
Hands down, the best audiobook collection I've ever come across. It has everything I want to listen to. This app's sleek design and intuitive features make it my trusted partner in exploring new narratives. The app is so easy to use. I was up and running in minutes. ListenBook is the best audiobook player I’ve ever used. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate, making it a joy to use. Five stars! 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.
Sidewalk Enforcer
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BlacKitten
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Old Orange Eyes
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Star Sword
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DreamWeaver
With this app, reading is no longer a luxury – it's an essential part of my day. Audiobook enjoyment has become an integral part of my routine, thanks to this app's seamless integration and user-friendly design. A must-have! 📖📱
Gr8 Flick
ListenBook has revolutionized my audiobook experience. Now I can enjoy my favorite lectures and speeches with ease! As a busy individual, I appreciate ListenBook's versatility in downloading audio files from various sources. It's a time-saver for sure! Adjusting the tone of the voice is an innovative feature that allows for a personalized listening experience.
Hemlock
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Joker's Grin
CUE playlist support is a thoughtful feature that keeps my audiobook listening organized and enjoyable. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a revelation. It elevates the audio quality, providing a clear and immersive listening experience that enhances my enjoyment.
Snow Hound
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Cougar Fuzz
I've been able to explore different cultures and perspectives through a diverse range of books. I love how this app's chapters, bookmarks, and controls give me full control over my audiobook journey. 💪 Boosting my productivity with this app's efficient multitasking features – audiobook enjoyment while I conquer my to-do list! 💼🎧 I love the auto-rewind feature after interruptions. No more searching for where I left off! The automatic extraction of artwork and metadata adds a professional touch to my audiobook collection.
Renegade Slugger
This app has revolutionized my daily routine – I can't imagine life without it. 🎶 Music? Nah, I prefer immersing myself in captivating stories with this app! 🎶📖 ListenBook’s interface is clean and intuitive. It’s a joy to use. The app is so responsive. It never lags or freezes.
Jade Fox
The narrator's voice in some audiobooks is so soothing, it's like a spa for the ears. Audiobooks made convenient – this app's functionality is impressive. ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a fascinating way to add a personal touch to my audiobook journey. The app is perfect for people who love to read but don’t have the time.
Heaven Sent
ListenBook's support for a variety of audio formats makes it a versatile and essential app for audiobook enthusiasts. 💃 Dancing through chores with audiobooks – this app turns cleaning into a lively and literary affair! 🎶📚 No more converting files – this app effortlessly handles various formats, saving me time and effort.
Armed Hawk
ListenBook's support for various download methods means I can acquire new content in a way that suits me best. The convenience of downloading audiobooks for offline listening is a game-changer. ListenBook's audio filters and controls have turned my listening into a personalized experience. Makes listening to audiobooks so easy and enjoyable. Thank you, ListenBook!
Demolition Queen
The ability to switch between different books effortlessly is a major plus. I'm amazed at how this app's features cater to audiobook enthusiasts' every need. This app's convenience has turned my exercise sessions into enlightening moments. ListenBook has redefined how I enjoy audiobooks. It's an essential tool for my literary pursuits. The intuitive interface and efficient navigation make this app a pleasure to use every day.
Spellbinder
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Betty Cricket
My kids are hooked on the children's audiobook collection – it's a parenting win! ListenBook's dedication to enhancing the audiobook experience has made it my preferred app for listening to content on the go. ListenBook's sharing options make it easy to spread the joy of captivating stories with friends. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is such a fun way to spread joy.
Moon Solitaire
This app has transformed my long flights into productive and enjoyable experiences. ListenBook's beautiful layout and quick access to chapters make every listening session a pleasure. The ListenBook app has transformed my device into a treasure trove of knowledge and entertainment. 🎉 The ease and functionality of this app make it my go-to choice for immersive audiobook experiences. 📱🎧 Automatic metadata extraction keeps my library organized. It's a time-saver!
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