Audiobook The Book of Delights by Ross Gay in the ListenBook app
Want to listen to the audiobook The Book of Delights written by Ross Gay
ListenBook is here to help!
In ListenBook you can listen The Book of Delights and any other audiobooks you download from the internet.
ListenBook is the easiest and most convenient app for listening to audiobooks
in MP3, MP4, OPUS, OGG, FLAC, AWB, M4B, M4A, WMA, AAC formats
on your iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad!
Book description
As Heard on NPR's This American Life: The New York Times bestselling book that celebrates ordinary delights in the world around us by one of America's most original and observant writers and the author of Inciting Joy, award-winning poet Ross Gay. Pre-order The Book of (More) Delights now, too! "Ross Gay's eye lands upon wonder at every turn, bolstering my belief in the countless small miracles that surround us." --Tracy K. Smith, Pulitzer Prize winner and U.S. Poet Laureate The winner of the National Book Critics Award for Poetry offers up a spirited collection of short lyrical essays, written daily over a tumultuous year, reminding us of the purpose and pleasure of praising, extolling, and celebrating ordinary wonders. In The Book of Delights, one of today's most original literary voices offers up a genre-defying volume of lyric essays written over one tumultuous year. The first nonfiction book from award-winning poet Ross Gay is a record of the small joys we often overlook in our busy lives. Among Gay's funny, poetic, philosophical delights: a friend's unabashed use of air quotes, cradling a tomato seedling aboard an airplane, the silent nod of acknowledgment between the only two black people in a room. But Gay never dismisses the complexities, even the terrors, of living in America as a black man or the ecological and psychic violence of our consumer culture or the loss of those he loves. More than anything else, though, Gay celebrates the beauty of the natural world-his garden, the flowers peeking out of the sidewalk, the hypnotic movements of a praying mantis. The Book of Delights is about our shared bonds, and the rewards that come from a life closely observed. These remarkable pieces serve as a powerful and necessary reminder that we can, and should, stake out a space in our lives for delight.
About the Author
In addition to The Book of Delights: Essays, Ross Gay is the author of three books of poetry, including Catalog of Unabashed Gratitude, winner of the 2015 National Book Critics Circle Award and the 2016 Kingsley Tufts Poetry Award. Catalog was also a finalist for the 2015 National Book Award in Poetry, the Ohioana Book Award, the Balcones Poetry Prize, the Hurston/Wright Legacy Award, and was nominated for an NAACP Image Award. He is a founding editor, with Karissa Chen and Patrick Rosal, of the online sports magazine Some Call It Ballin' and founding board member of the Bloomington Community Orchard, a nonprofit, free-fruit-for-all food justice and joy project. Gay has received fellowships from the Cave Canem Foundation, the Bread Loaf Writers' Conference, and the Guggenheim Foundation. He teaches at Indiana University.
This app is a true gift for book lovers – it's like having a personal library wherever I go. The compatibility with Apple Watch is a huge plus. I can control my audiobooks from my wrist! Looping playback has transformed my study sessions. It's an invaluable tool for retaining information. Auto-rewind feature is extremely helpful. Great functionality.
ListenBook has turned my downtime into an opportunity for exploration and growth. This app's convenience has turned my exercise sessions into enlightening moments. Simplifying audiobook adventures – this app's ease of use is a delight. The app's performance is unparalleled. It's like it's tailor-made for my device.
📱 Carrying my library in my pocket – this app makes every moment a reading opportunity! 📚👜 The ability to adjust the tone of the narrator's voice is a creative touch that adds depth to my listening. CUE playlist support is a fantastic feature that allows me to curate customized listening sessions, whether for study, relaxation, or entertainment. The app’s design is sleek and modern. ListenBook is my favorite audiobook player.
Discovering new literary worlds has never been this easy. This app's compatibility with various formats ensures that my audiobook library is at my fingertips. 📚🔊 Adjusting the narrator's voice tone is a fantastic feature. It adds a personal touch. I'm so glad I chose the audiobook version! The narrator added layers of meaning I might have missed reading silently. Their interpretation of the material felt thoughtful and authentic. The recording was technically perfect - no reverb, no peaking, just clean, pleasant audio.
I'm blown away by how this app has revolutionized my reading experience. Audiobook immersion made simple – this app's ease of use is commendable. Finally, an app that respects my busy lifestyle. Whether I'm commuting or exercising, this app's smooth playback and smart controls keep me engaged. 🏃♀️🎧 I'm impressed by the extensive statistics feature, allowing me to track my audiobook consumption over time. The customer support is amazing. They responded to my query within hours.
💃 Dancing to the rhythm of stories while I dance through house chores – pure joy! 💃📖 Elegant design and easy-to-navigate interface. Very pleased with ListenBook. Perfect for my daily walks. The story was engaging enough to keep me motivated to exercise but not so complex that I got lost in thought. Great production quality too.
I'm hooked on this app's ability to turn any moment into a reading opportunity. Quick access to chapters and controls makes ListenBook a breeze to use. It's an intuitive experience. The app's versatility in audio downloading is unmatched. It's a comprehensive solution for my audiobook needs. The audio filters make a noticeable difference. ListenBook provides an excellent listening experience.
ListenBook's commitment to providing a high-quality audiobook experience is truly commendable. The extensive statistics feature on ListenBook helps me track my audiobook consumption habits – so cool! Adjusting the narrator's voice tone is a fantastic feature. It adds a personal touch. Auto-rewind is a brilliant feature. Never lose track of where I left off.
This app has turned my screen time into valuable learning opportunities. ListenBook is a must-have for audiobook enthusiasts. It's reliable, versatile, and a pleasure to use. ListenBook has revolutionized how I consume content. It's like having a personal library in my pocket. The app is very easy to use. ListenBook makes managing my audiobook library simple.
I'm hooked on this app's ability to transform my ordinary moments into exciting opportunities for learning. Effortlessly enjoying audiobooks on the go – kudos to this app's functionality.
ListenBook's dedication to providing a top-quality audio player is evident in every aspect of the app. With this app, I can devour books like never before – it's incredibly efficient. 🎶 Swapping background music for the soothing voices of narrators – audiobooks have become my soundtrack for daily life. 🎵📚 ListenBook's loop and shuffle playback options have made audiobook revisiting and studying a breeze.
Audiobook pleasure without the fuss – this app's functionality is top-notch. I can't believe how seamless the integration with Apple Watch is. My workouts just got better.
The ListenBook app is a must-have for anyone who loves to learn and be entertained through audiobooks. 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. 📚🎧 Audiobooks have become a staple in my routine, all thanks to this app's seamless integration and user-friendly design. It's a must-have for any book lover. 📖📱 The automatic extraction of artwork and metadata keeps my audiobook library organized and visually appealing.
This app has turned my gym sessions into immersive storytelling experiences – time flies by! ListenBook has become my workout buddy. It keeps me entertained and motivated during exercise.
The app's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch is a huge plus. CUE playlist support is a brilliant feature that allows me to create customized listening experiences for different moods, activities, and moments of the day. The ability to download audiobooks directly is fantastic. ListenBook is very convenient. The app supports background playback, which is a must for me. The app is so easy to use. I was up and running in minutes.
ListenBook's dedication to excellence shines through in its impeccable audio quality and user-friendly features. Effortless and enriching – that's how I'd describe my experience with this app. Its smooth interface and thoughtful features redefine audiobook joy. 📱📖 I love the ability to change the playback pitch. It’s a unique feature.
ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch makes it a versatile companion for my daily activities. I can't imagine my life without this app – it's my daily dose of literary magic. This app has helped me achieve my reading goals and explore new genres effortlessly. The app's compatibility with CarPlay is a dream for road trips. It keeps me entertained. Adjusting the tone of the voice is a game-changer. It's like customizing my listening experience.
I'm grateful for ListenBook's support for a wide range of formats, making it a one-stop solution for audio content. 🎶 Music? Nah, I prefer immersing myself in captivating stories with this app! 🎶📖 Playback speed and volume controls are fantastic.
I'm amazed at how effortlessly I can immerse myself in stories with this app. 🚶♀️📱 I'm exploring new worlds while on the move, all thanks to this app's seamless functionality. 🏞️📚 Navigating audiobooks effortlessly – this app's functionality is commendable. ListenBook is the ultimate audiobook player. 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!
With this app, I'm discovering the joy of reading during my commutes. The range of supported formats is astounding. No more compatibility issues!
Trusted by over 100,000 users across the globe
What is ListenBook?
Why ListenBook?
How does it work?
1
Download audiobooks from any site in any of the supported formats.
2
Add audiobooks to the app using any of the many download methods available.
3
Listen to audiobooks by controlling playback from your phone, headphones, Apple Watch or CarPlay.
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
App for those who love audiobooks
ListenBook has the features you need no matter what you are listening to
Listening to fiction
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
Listening to audio lectures
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
Every day, thousands of people download ListenBook to listen to audiobooks.
Now it's your turn to listen to audiobooks without distraction!
