Book description
Imagine hearing this story whispered over a morning coffee, not just read. That's the magic of The Coffee Bean audiobook. Jon Gordon and Damon West's fable, already beloved by over 350,000 readers, becomes even more alive when you hear Abe's journey unfold in a voice that feels like a friend sharing wisdom over tea.
You'll meet Abe, drowning in stress at school and home-just like many of us feel when life's "pot" boils too hot. Then his teacher drops the simple, life-changing truth: You can be the coffee bean. Not the carrot that softens or the egg that hardens, but the bean that transforms the very water it's in. The audiobook's gentle pacing makes this moment land perfectly, like a deep breath in the chaos.
What makes this audio version special? It's the way the narrator's calm, encouraging tone mirrors Abe's own shift from fear to purpose. You hear the quiet confidence building as he applies this lesson-from high school to the military, then into business-showing how small, intentional choices ripple outward. No preachy lectures; just a story that feels true, like you're sitting right there, realizing, "Oh. That's how I've been stuck."
It's the perfect length for a commute, a lunch break, or even a moment of pause when the world feels heavy. You won't just absorb the message-you'll feel it settle in your bones. And the best part? It's designed for everyone. Whether you're a teen, a busy parent, or a leader, the simplicity of the coffee bean metaphor cuts through noise. You'll find yourself replaying lines like, "What if I'm the one who changes the pot?" long after the chapter ends.
This isn't just another self-help book. It's a reminder that change starts with you, and the audiobook makes that reminder feel personal, almost like a warm hand on your shoulder. So grab your headphones, press play, and let Abe's journey remind you: you've got the power to brew something beautiful out of the mess. The question isn't just about the bean-it's about you. Are you ready to transform the water around you?
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Hang 11
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Mosquit-No
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Swing Setter
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Sapiens
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Wings
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Little Drunk Girl
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Shade Nightman
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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