Book description
A disastrous error on the field sends five lives into a tailspin in this widely acclaimed tale about love, life, and baseball, praised by the New York Times as "wonderful...a novel that is every bit as entertaining as it is affecting." Named one of the year's best books by the New York Times, NPR, The New Yorker, Los Angeles Times, Washington Post, Wall Street Journal, Christian Science Monitor, Bloomberg, Kansas City Star, Richmond Times-Dispatch, and Time Out New York. At Westish College, a small school on the shore of Lake Michigan, baseball star Henry Skrimshander seems destined for big league stardom. But when a routine throw goes disastrously off course, the fates of five people are upended. Henry's fight against self-doubt threatens to ruin his future. College president Guert Affenlight, a longtime bachelor, has fallen unexpectedly and helplessly in love. Owen Dunne, Henry's gay roommate and teammate, becomes caught up in a dangerous affair. Mike Schwartz, the Harpooners' team captain and Henry's best friend, realizes he has guided Henry's career at the expense of his own. And Pella Affenlight, Guert's daughter, returns to Westish after escaping an ill-fated marriage, determined to start a new life. As the season counts down to its climactic final game, these five are forced to confront their deepest hopes, anxieties, and secrets. In the process they forge new bonds, and help one another find their true paths. Written with boundless intelligence and filled with the tenderness of youth, The Art of Fielding is an expansive, warmhearted novel about ambition and its limits, about family and friendship and love, and about commitment -- to oneself and to others. "First novels this complete and consuming come along very, very seldom." --Jonathan Franzen
Drift
This app's compatibility with different devices ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks anywhere, anytime. Looping playback is a game-changer for my study sessions. I can focus on challenging content. I appreciate the statistics feature. ListenBook helps me track my listening habits.
Frosty Sunshine
My child has also fallen in love with audiobooks, all thanks to the app's kid-friendly collection. π‘ Seamlessly weaving audiobooks into my daily routine β this app's functionality has redefined how I enjoy books. π±π Adjusting the tone of the voice is a novel feature that allows for a personalized listening experience. Downloading over WiFi is super efficient. Saves a lot of time. Has every feature I need. My top choice for audiobooks!
Mauve Cactus
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Stick Shift
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InsightInkwell
I'm hooked on this app β it's my escape to different worlds and adventures. ππ Falling asleep to audiobooks has never been easier β this app's soothing voices π΄π§ The appβs design is sleek and modern. ListenBook is my favorite audiobook player.
Rook
I can't imagine my daily routine without ListenBook's intuitive layout and easy-to-access controls. The playback speed adjustment is a game-changer for busy individuals. Time saver! Makes audiobook listening super easy and enjoyable. Thank you! The voice boost feature is amazing. It makes every word crystal clear. A textbook example of great audiobook narration! The performer's diction was flawless, their pacing ideal, and their emotional range impressive. I never felt like I was being "read to" but rather like I was experiencing the story firsthand. The audio engineering was equally professional.
Duchess
This app's convenience has transformed my reading habits β it's a game-changer. I can finally listen to all my audiobooks seamlessly with ListenBook. The customizable playback controls and chapter navigation make it a breeze.
Maple Destroyer
ListenBook's dedication to optimizing for iOS 16 ensures a seamless experience on the latest devices. Drag and drop downloads directly from my web browser? That's a level of convenience I appreciate.
Roller Girl
The app's integration with Apple Watch makes it an indispensable tool for my active lifestyle. The app supports background playback, which is a must for me.
Fuzzy Rainbow
The diverse selection of audiobooks has made me fall in love with storytelling all over again. ListenBook has made my daily activities more interesting and meaningful β I'm hooked! Navigating audiobooks with ease β this app's design is user-centric. With ListenBook Pro, long audiobooks are no problem. I love it!
Opulent Gamer
I'm grateful for this app, as it allows me to keep up with my reading even while multitasking. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a blessing for clear listening in noisy environments. ListenBook Pro's unlimited audiobook length is a dream come true for those epic tales. It's like having a personal audiobook library in your pocket. Kudos to the developers for optimizing this app for iOS 16. It runs like a dream on my device.
Slacker Cat
Bookmarking my favorite parts of audiobooks is now a breeze. Love this feature! The compatibility with Apple Watch is a huge plus. I can control my audiobooks from my wrist!
Dr. Jam Man
Streamlined audiobook integration β this app's usability is impressive. The app's compatibility with Apple Watch elevates my workouts, making them more engaging and productive. I love the bookmarking feature. ListenBook makes it easy to pick up where I left off.
Pepper
ListenBook has become my trusted companion, guiding me through the realms of imagination. With this app, reading is no longer confined to a specific time or place. ListenBook has enriched my life with a world of captivating stories and knowledge. It's not just an app; it's a portal to endless possibilities. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun and interactive way to bond over stories. Good but not great. The narration was competent but lacked the extra spark that makes some audiobooks truly special. Still worth a listen though.
Moon Cricket
ListenBook's support for various audio formats makes it a versatile app for all kinds of audiobook enthusiasts. ListenBook's commitment to providing top-notch audio quality has taken my audiobook experience to a new level. ListenBook's sleek layout and quick chapter access have made my audiobook journey incredibly enjoyable.
ThreadTrail
With ListenBook, I can enjoy a wide range of audiobook formats without any hassle, making my listening experience seamless. Looping playback is a valuable study tool. It helps me grasp complex content and retain information. The app is so responsive. It never lags or freezes.
Fresh Peper
The customer support team is responsive and always ready to assist. ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch integration ensures that I can enjoy my content wherever I go.
Black Firefly
This app's compatibility with different formats ensures that I never miss out on a great audiobook. Audiobook journey simplified β this app's functionality is a wonderful surprise. Streamlined audiobook integration β this app's usability is impressive. ListenBook's drag-and-drop download feature simplifies the process of adding new audiobooks to my collection.
Winter Underdog
This app has turned audiobook listening into a daily ritual for me. The app is so intuitive. I didnβt even need to read the instructions.
Toolmaker
ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a fascinating way to add a personal touch to my audiobook journey. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a delightful way to share the joy of storytelling with friends and family. It fosters connections and conversations.
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