Book description
Offering veteran insight and friendly, actionable advice from two self-made women who manage three six-figure businesses, this practical handbook acts as a roadmap to guide anyone wanting to build a profitable venture out of their creative passion. Figuring out how to make a living from your creative work poses unique challenges and obstacles. From choosing the right business model to building a brand, from managing your time to scaling up your production--starting your own creative business often means doing it all yourself. Enter The Creative Business Handbook by Alicia Puig and Ekaterina Popova, the dynamic duo behind Create! Magazine. With its conversational tone and accessible advice, this handbook lays an essential foundation for anyone wanting to earn a living with their art--no fancy business degree required! In addition to nuts-and-bolts advice based on the authors' real-life experiences, each chapter of the book includes an interview with a creative entrepreneur from a different background and craft, and ends with action steps that will help keep you on track. Written by creative business owners for creative business owners, this is the perfect book for anyone with a vision who is ready to hit the ground running. EXPERT AUTHORS: Informed by the authors' decades of experience founding and managing three successful creative businesses--as well as the lessons they learned from some projects that didn't stand the test of time--this book offers tried-and-true advice for artists looking to get their creative enterprises off the ground and achieve real financial success. Popova and Puig have also included interviews with other self-employed creatives across a variety of fields, giving you a window into the myriad paths available to you as you embark on your entrepreneurial journey. FOR ALL CREATIVES: This book offers real wisdom for starting and sustaining your unique creative business no matter your passion, whether you are a career artist looking to make a living outside of the gallery space, an experienced freelance writer interested in mentoring your peers, or a podcaster who dreams of sustaining yourself by making content that you genuinely care about. From advice about best marketing practices to striking the ever-elusive work-life balance, this guide will help you to understand the business side of your creative practice. Perfect for: Artists, designers, makers, illustrators--recent graduates and budding professionals--looking to start their own businesses Creative people exploring career ideas and looking for practical advice and inspiration Graduation, birthday, or holiday gift for artistic and entrepreneurial friends and loved ones Readers of Create! Magazine, Steal Like an Artist, Big Magic, and Untamed
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The controls on ListenBook are intuitive and user-friendly, making it a joy to navigate through my audiobooks. ListenBook's dedication to providing an excellent user experience sets a new standard in audiobook apps. ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a fun way to experiment with the audiobook experience. The app is so reliable. I’ve never had any issues with it.
Guillotine
Seamless integration with all my devices and flawless synchronization – top-notch. Book Groups on ListenBook make it easy to categorize and access my audiobooks. ListenBook's support for various formats means I can explore a wide range of content without limitations. Looping playback is a fantastic study tool. It helps me focus and retain information effectively. ListenBook’s interface is clean and intuitive. It’s a joy to use.
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Revolutionizing the way I enjoy stories – this app's seamless playback and intuitive controls make it a must-have for every book enthusiast. 📱🎧 Binaural audio processing really helps reduce fatigue.
ByteBard
This app's convenience has transformed my reading habits – it's a game-changer. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a delightful way to connect with fellow book lovers.
Ozzie Treat
The narrators have a way of bringing characters to life – it's a unique experience. This app's support for various formats has made my audiobook collection even more diverse and exciting. 🚗 Transforming long drives into memorable journeys through the magic of audiobooks! 🚗📚 📚 The simplicity and functionality of this app are top-notch. I can start a book with just a tap and immerse myself in the story instantly. 📱📖
Capital F
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Saturnalia
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Little Cobra
I'm amazed at how this app's narrators bring characters and stories to life. This app's convenience has transformed my reading habits – it's a game-changer. This app's ease of use has made reading an integral part of my everyday life. The tone adjustment feature in ListenBook Pro is a novel addition that allows me to personalize my audiobook experience. This audiobook was a fantastic listen! The narrator's voice was clear and engaging, making it easy to follow along. The pacing was just right—not too fast, not too slow. Perfect for long commutes or relaxing at home. Highly recommend!
RZRWRE
This app is a game-changer for anyone who's always on the go – it's like carrying a library in my pocket. The statistics feature in ListenBook provides valuable insights into my audiobook consumption habits.
Crazy Rox
Every moment is a chance to explore new stories with this app. Its intuitive features and compatibility ensure my audiobook journey is seamless. 🌌🎧 Drag and drop downloads directly from my web browser? That's a level of convenience I appreciate.
Dez North
ListenBook's library organization and Book Groups feature make it easy to keep my audiobooks organized and accessible. I'm grateful for ListenBook's support for a wide range of formats, making it a one-stop solution for audio content. ListenBook's commitment to providing top-notch audio quality has taken my audiobook experience to a new level. Automated artwork and metadata retrieval make my audiobook library look organized and visually appealing. ListenBook is the best audiobook player I’ve ever used. The app is reliable, fast, and packed with features like customizable themes and playback speed. The sleep timer is a lifesaver for bedtime listening. Great job, developers!
Shadow Bishop
I've become a loyal fan of audiobooks, and this app is the reason why! I'm addicted to this app's ability to turn mundane moments into opportunities for intellectual growth. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is like a magic wand, transforming noisy environments into serene listening spaces. Solid performance, but not outstanding. The narrator did a fine job, though their tone was a bit monotonous at times. The story itself was engaging enough, but I wouldn’t call it unforgettable.
Mr. Wholesome
ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is an innovative way to make each audiobook unique. No need for file conversion is a game-changer. Love using ListenBook on my iPhone. ListenBook’s playback speed control is very useful. I can listen at my own pace. Perfect narration for this genre! The voice actor’s tone matched the atmosphere of the book, enhancing the overall experience. No complaints—just a smooth, enjoyable listen from beginning to end.
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Poppin Loot
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Lucky Martian
I've found hidden gems in genres I never thought I'd be interested in. With ListenBook, I can enjoy my audiobooks with enhanced sound quality and personalized settings. With this app, I've found a way to turn every moment into an opportunity for learning and enrichment. ListenBook is my constant companion during workouts. The controls are so easy to use. Tone adjustment adds a new layer of personalization to my audiobook experience. It's like having the narrator tailor the voice to my preferences.
Sultan of Speed
🌟 Simplifying my reading routine – this app's user-friendly design ensures I'm always in sync with my favorite stories. 📚✨ Effortless audiobook management – this app's usability is a winner.
Steel Cut Toe
ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature enhances my immersion in every audiobook, regardless of surroundings. The variety of supported formats means I can enjoy audiobooks from different sources hassle-free.
Alley Frog
Library organization has never been this easy. My audiobook collection is finally tidy. The narrator was good but spoke a bit too slowly for my taste. I had to speed it up to 1.2x which then made some parts sound slightly unnatural.
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