Book description
The ultimate guide for creatives of all disciplines and levels to discover a sustainable, joyful artistic practice. Whether you are a dabbler, a career creative, or a long-time self-proclaimed ""tortured artist,"" Dr. Merideth Hite Estevez is here to help. As a professional oboist, teacher, creative coach, graduate of The Juilliard School, and beloved host of the podcast Artists for Joy, Dr. Estevez knows the world of creatives and what they truly need to cultivate a life-giving practice. The Artist's Joy offers not only tools for the journey but a deeper understanding of the ways the miracle of creativity works in our lives. Dr. Estevez guides artists at all levels and in all disciplines to build a creative life that resonates deeply with their core values, and to cultivate an artistic practice that is joyful and sustainable. She shares her discoveries and insightful coaching exercises that stem from the belief that when we are connected to what resonates deeply within us, the ""tortured artist"" trope simply doesn't hold. By looking at creative work through a new lens, she provides us a means to begin--or to begin again--in sustaining ways. Complete with self-coaching questions, a group discussion guide, and a companion playlist with tracks for musical meditation and creative engagement, this is your guide for life as an artist that will resonate long after the last note.
Skull Crusher
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Manly Reno
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CyberScribe
I'm hooked on this app's intuitive features – from chapters to playback controls. Adjusting the tone of the voice is so innovative. It's like personalizing the narration.
Roller Girl
The quality of the audio is top-notch, making the experience truly immersive. ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is an innovative touch that adds a layer of personalization. Automated metadata extraction is a time-saver. My library is so organized now.
Sweetness
The app's compatibility with various devices ensures I never miss a moment of my book. Shuffle playback is a fun feature. It keeps me engaged with my audiobooks.
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Short Firecracker
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Hidden Tree
The narrator's voices are so captivating, it's like they bring the stories to life. The ListenBook app is a fantastic companion for my long walks, helping me learn and explore at the same time. I love that I can download content directly from the internet within the ListenBook app – so handy! The ability to download audio from network devices directly within ListenBook is incredibly convenient.
Berlin Kamikaze
ListenBook's support for various download methods means I can acquire new content in a way that suits me best. ListenBook's commitment to excellence shines through in its user-friendly interface and smooth playback. I'm amazed by ListenBook's versatility in handling different formats – it truly supports all my audio needs. This was a workmanlike audiobook that did the job without flair. The narration was clear and the pacing appropriate, though the delivery lacked some emotional depth. The production quality was acceptable with no major technical issues. This was my first audiobook in this genre and I'm hooked! The performance brought the story to life in a way reading never could. Already downloaded another by the same narrator.
Bruh
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Undergrad
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NexusNomad
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Red Heroine
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Killah Goose
I'm amazed at how this app has made my daily routines more enjoyable and intellectually stimulating. The subtle background music at key moments enhanced the experience without being distracting. More audiobooks should use this technique when appropriate!
Solo Kill
Frequent updates ensure there's always something new and exciting to listen to. ListenBook has transformed my daily activities into opportunities for personal growth. ListenBook has transformed my listening habits, making them more engaging and enjoyable. The ability to organize my library is a huge plus. Everything is so neat and tidy.
Mirage
This app's convenience has turned my daily chores into moments of intellectual discovery – a win-win! I'm impressed with the wide range of supported formats. Finally, an app that plays all my audiobooks flawlessly. ListenBook has united my love for audiobooks with my passion for learning. What a brilliant app! The ability to download audiobooks directly is fantastic. ListenBook is very convenient. ListenBook is a game-changer for audiobook lovers. The app supports all formats, and the import process is seamless. I love the playback history feature—it’s so easy to revisit my favorite parts. Highly recommend this app!
Undergrad
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IdeaAlchemy
ListenBook's commitment to delivering an exceptional audiobook experience is evident in its thoughtful features and design. This app's support for various formats ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks without any limitations. This app has turned my mundane tasks into exciting opportunities for reading. Managing my audiobook collection is a pleasure thanks to this app's usability. The playback speed control is a game-changer. ListenBook lets me listen at my own pace.
Green Ghost
An audiobook lover's dream come true! This app's seamless functionality and diverse format support make it my go-to choice for immersive storytelling. 📚🎧 Revolutionizing the way I enjoy stories – this app's seamless playback and intuitive controls make it a must-have for every book enthusiast. 📱🎧 An acceptable audiobook that met basic expectations. No complaints about quality but nothing remarkable either. Would listen to this narrator again but wouldn't seek them out.
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