Book description
From the beloved New York Times opinion writer and bestselling author of Late Migrations comes a "howling love letter to the world" (Ann Patchett): a luminous book that traces the passing of seasons, personal and natural.In The Comfort of Crows, Margaret Renkl presents a literary devotional: fifty-two chapters that follow the creatures and plants in her backyard over the course of a year. As we move through the seasons--from a crow spied on New Year's Day, its resourcefulness and sense of community setting a theme for the year, to the lingering bluebirds of December, revisiting the nest box they used in spring--what develops is a portrait of joy and grief: joy in the ongoing pleasures of the natural world, and grief over winters that end too soon and songbirds that grow fewer and fewer.Along the way, we also glimpse the changing rhythms of a human life. Grown children, unexpectedly home during the pandemic, prepare to depart once more. Birdsong and night-blooming flowers evoke generations past. The city and the country where Renkl raised her family transform a little more with each passing day. And the natural world, now in visible flux, requires every ounce of hope and commitment from the author--and from us. For, as Renkl writes, "radiant things are bursting forth in the darkest places, in the smallest nooks and deepest cracks of the hidden world."With fifty-two original color artworks by the author's brother, Billy Renkl, The Comfort of Crows is a lovely and deeply moving book from a cherished observer of the natural world.
Ember Master
It's like having a personal library that fits in my pocket – truly amazing! Binaural audio processing is a game-changer – my ears stay comfortable during long listening sessions. This app is perfect for anyone who loves audiobooks. The interface is sleek and modern, and the playback controls are super responsive. I also appreciate the cloud integration, which lets me access my books from anywhere. Great work!
Gunhawk
Effortless audiobook management – this app's usability is impressive. The range of audio formats supported is incredible. No need to worry about file conversion.
Burn
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Delicious Cupid
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Day Hawk
Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is impressive. My recordings sound crystal clear. The app is lightweight and doesn’t drain my battery. The app is so well-designed. It’s clear the developers put a lot of thought into it.
SWAT Honey
ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch integration ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks wherever I am. ListenBook's library organization and book groups have made managing my audiobooks a breeze. Adjusting the narrator's voice tone is a creative feature that adds a personal touch to the experience.
Manly
Kudos to the app for making literature accessible to those with busy schedules. The versatility of this app is mind-boggling. It's like a one-stop solution for audiobooks. Bookmarks are a fantastic organizational tool. They help me keep track of important moments in my audiobooks. ListenBook’s playback is silky-smooth. The app never glitches.
Plum Moon
Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is impressive. My recordings sound crystal clear. is a breeze. It's incredibly convenient for building my collection. Absolutely loved the narration! The voice actor brought the characters to life with distinct tones and emotions. The production quality was top-notch, with no background noise or distractions. A truly immersive experience!
ChatterChampion
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WonderWords
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Jelly Camber
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Jelly Momentum
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Hitch Frenzy
The Looping playback and Shuffle features on ListenBook help me customize my listening sessions to my liking. Say goodbye to cumbersome interfaces – this app's intuitive controls and user-friendly design have elevated my audiobook experience to new heights. 📱🔊 Navigating through chapters is a breeze with ListenBook. It's easy to jump to specific sections. Beautiful design and intuitive interface. Very user-friendly.
Breadmaker
As a visually impaired person, this app has opened up a new world of stories for me. With this app, I've unlocked the secret to reading even on the busiest days. Adjusting the tone of the voice adds a unique touch to my listening experience. I love the personalization! CUE playlist support is a fantastic feature that allows me to create curated listening experiences for different moods and settings.
Cumulo
ListenBook has become my constant companion, filling my days with captivating narratives. ListenBook is my trusted partner for all things audiobooks. It's reliable, intuitive, and user-friendly.
Stud Buster
This app has made multitasking a breeze – I can 'read' while I work! Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a great way to spread the joy of reading. 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.
Killer Curio
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Acetic Princess
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LuminaLore
ListenBook's library organization and Book Groups feature make it easy to keep my audiobooks organized and accessible. Listening to audiobooks has become a ritual, thanks to this incredible app. This app has transformed my daily walks into insightful journeys of knowledge – talk about efficiency!
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