Book description
Having a large family is a bold and beautiful choice that opens our hearts, fills our homes with grace and love, and furthers God's heart on the earth, here, today.The data do not lie-we are in a crisis of epic proportions as the birth rate declines to levels not seen in almost a century. Modern society simply isn't having enough babies That is why the choice to mother many is so crucial.Moms, you are a gift. You are chosen. You are the hostesses of big, beautiful, crowded tables brimming with laughter and chaos. These tables are epicenters of belonging, sacrifice, forgiveness, and love. They are glimpses of heaven on earth.In The Crowded Table, author Angela Connelly shares the story of 52 women from across the globe-from Nigeria to England to Washington D.C., from Guatemala to Angela's own backyard of Tacoma, Washington-who have made the brave choice to mother many. You'll read about finding joy in the chaos, mothering beyond biology, the science and data behind declining birth rates, and experiencing God's peace and presence even when mothering feels like the hardest thing you've ever done.This is a desperately-needed new perspective on the cultural norms surrounding women, children, and faith.As you rock the cradle, make the beds, wash the feet, feed the multitudes, do the dishes, wipe the tears, and set the table, find peace in knowing that the work you're doing is hard, but it is holy. And, you are not alone. Read how other mothers have filled their tables to overflowing and found God in the midst. This is "abundance" epitomized
Crumb Cake
ListenBook's sleek design and easy chapter access make navigation a breeze. Tone adjustment adds a unique touch to my listening experience. I'm hooked! This app is a must-have for audiobook enthusiasts. The ability to adjust skip intervals and playback speed is fantastic. I also love the auto-bookmark featureβit saves my place automatically, so I never lose track. Worth every penny!
Mad Jack
The ability to switch between devices seamlessly is a game-changer for busy readers. I'm amazed by ListenBook's dedication to quality β it's evident in every feature. π§ This app has changed my reading game! Now I can 'read' while I work β genius! ππΌ The app's seamless integration with Apple Watch makes it my perfect workout companion. I love the ability to share my progress with friends. Itβs a fun feature.
Frosty Sunshine
Sharing audiobooks with friends is a thoughtful gesture that ListenBook makes seamless. I love how I can adjust the skip intervals. Itβs perfect for my listening style.
Sherm
ListenBook has become my constant companion, filling my days with captivating narratives. This audiobook transformed my household chores into enjoyable moments! The narrator's lively yet measured delivery kept me engaged throughout. I particularly appreciated how they handled exposition - making potentially dry information interesting through thoughtful inflection and pacing.
Bad Beret
Navigating audiobooks seamlessly β this app's design is top-notch. I can't get enough of ListenBook's silky-smooth playback and intuitive design. It's my go-to app for both leisurely listening and study sessions. I'm blown away by the silky-smooth playback, even for high-quality formats like FLAC. Top-notch performance!
Dance Bloom
Listening to audiobooks while cooking has made meal prep much more enjoyable. I'm amazed at how this app has turned my errands into exciting reading sessions. ποΈπ§ Escaping to paradise with a beach read β this app is my vacation in audio form! ποΈπ Effortlessly enjoying audiobooks on the go β kudos to this app's functionality. Efficiency and ease combined β this app is a must-have for book lovers.
London Fox
No need to convert files anymore β ListenBook's seamless playback of various formats is a game-changer for audiobook enthusiasts like me! ListenBook has transformed my daily activities into opportunities for learning and enjoyment.
Pecan Oblivion
ListenBook's seamless integration with CarPlay has made my drives more informative. 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!
Rooster
This app's ease of use has made reading a seamless part of my daily routine. πββοΈπ I'm conquering literary marathons with ease, all thanks to this app's intuitive controls and smooth functionality. π±π I love the chapter navigation feature. ListenBook makes it easy to jump between sections.
Kingfisher
ListenBook has revolutionized my audiobook experience. Now I can enjoy my favorite lectures and speeches with ease! This app is a blessing for those with busy schedules β it's like time travel through stories. π This app is a game-changer β its intuitive design and seamless functionality make listening to audiobooks a joy. ππ§
Prez Dog
I can't believe how easy it is to download and manage my audio content using ListenBook. The app is very user-friendly. ListenBook makes listening to audiobooks a breeze.
Lava Nibbler
Audiobook multitasking made easy β this app's functionality is top-notch. ListenBook's user-friendly interface and powerful features have rekindled my love for audiobooks. The audio filters and precise controls are fantastic! I'm amazed by the extensive statistics tracking. It's fascinating to see my listening habits.
Lightening Trip
This app's features, from bookmarking to customizable playback speed, are fantastic. ListenBook's sharing options make it easy to spread the joy of captivating stories with friends. The audiobook player's silky-smooth playback is like music to my ears. Flawless performance!
Gas Man
I'm constantly amazed by the vast selection β there's always something new to discover. πΆ Saying goodbye to tangled headphones and complex controls β this app's easy navigation has made audiobook listening a breeze. π΅π
Handsome
This app has transformed my daily walks into insightful journeys of knowledge β talk about efficiency! 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. ππ± The range of supported formats is astounding. No more compatibility issues! Navigating through chapters is a breeze. It's like the app knows what I need. Auto-rewind is incredibly helpful. Excellent functionality.
Prez Dog
I'm grateful for this app, as it allows me to keep up with my reading even while multitasking. Listening stats feature keeps me motivated to read more. Love it!
Sugar Hiccup
ListenBook has brought stories back into my life, making every moment a new adventure. I'm in awe of this app's ability to make reading so accessible and convenient. ListenBook has rekindled my passion for learning. I'm exploring new topics every day.
Proper
Tone adjustment is so cool. It's like customizing the reader's voice to my liking. ListenBook has elevated my learning experience. I'm retaining more information than ever. Automated artwork and metadata retrieval make my audiobook library look organized and polished. A perfectly acceptable audiobook that fulfilled its purpose. The narration was competent if not particularly memorable, and the production quality was standard for the genre. It served as decent background entertainment during mundane tasks.
Dance Bloom
ListenBook's dedication to delivering top-notch audio quality is evident in every detail. π± My pocket-sized library β this app makes reading accessible anytime, anywhere! ππ± 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 wouldnβt call it unforgettable.
Lucky Brandy
This app's convenience has turned me into an avid audiobook listener. Seamless audiobook integration β this app's functionality is a true gem. Chapters make navigation a breeze. I can easily pick up where I left off. ListenBookβs support for CarPlay is great. I can listen to audiobooks in my car easily.
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