Book description
It's never too late to rewrite your story...Emily Cotton has always dreamed of owning a bookshop, but when her dreams finally become a reality, she realises she's going to need some help. So after a couple of glasses of Merlot, she emails her childhood best friend, Kate Vincent.Kate jumps at the chance to return to scenic Wigtown and to see Emily and the Cotton clan again. But after a six-year absence, the happy family she once thought of as her own has changed.Kate has one summer to help save the bookshop and bring the fractured Cotton family back together. But with so much left unsaid between the two best friends, will they have to save their friendship first?This charming and uplifting tale of friendship, family, and love will whisk you away to Scotland's picturesque book town.Previously published as Summer at Bluebell BankReaders love The Bookshop of New Beginnings!'I cannot recommend this book enough. I was absolutely hooked within the first couple of pages! I love the way the backstory is teased out little by little to give real depth and honesty to the characters. I found myself completely transported' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'I absolutely loved it. The characters were real from the first page and I really cared about them all. Beautifully written and full of family drama' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'A superb story with vivid descriptions of the location and the characters, who are so complex and believable. A roller coaster for your emotions as you are drawn into the antics of the family and their friends. I highly recommend this book' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Much more than just a summer read - it's a story which pulls you in immediately and keeps you hooked right to the very end, leaving you wanting to know what happens next!' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Bootleg Taximan
Audiobooks on this app have turned my travels into explorations of new narratives. The audio quality is superb. ListenBook enhances my audiobook experience.
Marshmallow
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Peanut Butter Woman
Supports all my playlists and bookmarks perfectly. Very convenient. The interface is so clean and clutter-free. It’s a pleasure to use.
Duke Electro
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Energy
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Roma Kabuki
Listening to audiobooks has turned mundane tasks into enjoyable experiences. ListenBook's user-friendly controls and innovative features have made it an indispensable tool for my audiobook enjoyment. Not bad, but not amazing either. The narrator’s voice was pleasant, though some parts felt a bit rushed. The story had its moments, but I wouldn’t necessarily recommend it over similar titles in the genre.
Cowboy Booter
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Pusher
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Turnip King
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Nutmeg
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Chew Chew
Thanks to this app, listening to audiobooks has become a delightful habit. This app's simplicity has made me fall in love with books all over again.
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NecroBull
Binaural audio processing on ListenBook is a thoughtful addition that keeps my ears comfortable during extended listening sessions. ListenBook's integration with CarPlay and Apple Watch is seamless. I can now enjoy my favorite audiobooks during commutes and workouts. ListenBook's integration with CarPlay and Apple Watch is a seamless addition to my daily routine. The customer support is amazing. They responded to my query within hours. 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!
Coffee
Tone adjustment is a brilliant addition that lets me personalize the narration to my liking. It adds an extra layer of connection to the audiobooks. Binaural audio processing reduces listening fatigue. Fantastic feature!
Potato Sub
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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