Book description
Seasoned designer Debbie Berne presents an accessible introduction to book design for authors, editors, and other book people. Design is central to the appeal, messaging, and usefulness of books, but to most readers, it’s mysterious or even invisible. Through interiors as well as covers, designers provide structure and information that shape the meaning and experience of books. In The Design of Books, Debbie Berne shines a light on the conventions and processes of her profession, revealing both the aesthetic and market-driven decisions designers consider to make books readable and beautiful. In clear, unstuffy language, Berne reveals how books are put together, with discussions of production considerations, typography and fonts, page layouts, use of images and color, special issues for ebooks, and the very face of each book: the cover. The Design of Books speaks to readers and directly to books’ creators—authors, editors, and other publishing professionals—helping them to become more informed partners in the design of their projects. Berne lays out the practical steps at each stage of the design process, providing insight into who does what when and offering advice for authors on how to be effective advocates for their ideas while also letting go and trusting their manuscripts with teams of professionals. She includes guidance as well for self-publishing authors, including where to find a designer, what to expect from that relationship, and how to art direct your own book. Throughout, Berne teaches how understanding the whats, hows, and whys of book design heightens our appreciation of these cherished objects and helps everyone involved in the process to create more functional, desirable, and wonderful books.
Toy Town
ListenBook's dedication to excellence shines through in its impeccable audio quality and user-friendly features. This app has given me the joy of reading even when my hands are full. ListenBook has made my daily commutes enjoyable. No more boredom! An average audiobook experience. Nothing was wrong with it—the narration was fine, and the story was okay—but nothing particularly stood out. It served its purpose as entertainment during my commute.
MicroStar
💼 Workday blues? Not anymore – this app turns my office hours into reading time! 💻📖 📱 Carrying stories in my pocket – this app's convenience is a game-changer! 📚🛍️ I love the statistics feature. It’s fun to see how much I’ve listened.
Journeyman
ListenBook's user-friendly interface and powerful features have rekindled my love for audiobooks. The audio filters and precise controls are fantastic! The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books while commuting.
Napoleonic Haze
I've found solace in listening to audiobooks before bed – it's my form of meditation. 🏡 Making house chores more enjoyable – audiobooks help me stay engaged while tidying up the living space. 🏠📚
Tart Voodoo
Being able to download audiobooks for offline listening is a game-changer. I've never been this excited about my daily commute – thank you, audiobooks! ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has made my dictaphone recordings much more comfortable to listen to. I love the ability to customize the skip buttons. It’s so convenient.
Guncap Slingbad
The range of self-help and personal development audiobooks is truly enriching. This app has transformed my long flights into productive and enjoyable experiences. 🌌 Transforming my mundane routine into a captivating journey – thank you, this app! ✨📚 The interface is sleek and user-friendly. Makes navigating through chapters a breeze. Adjustable playback speed and volume control are top-notch.
Voluntary
🎙️ Elevating grocery shopping to a whole new level – audiobooks make it an adventure! 🛒📚 Thanks to ListenBook, downloading audiobooks from various sources has become effortless.
Master Jetson
The statistics feature on ListenBook helps me track my audiobook consumption – a fantastic way to measure my progress. Effortlessly enjoying audiobook journeys – this app's ease of use is a winner. The app's compatibility with CarPlay is a dream for road trips. It keeps me entertained. Unlimited length audiobooks with ListenBook Pro are a huge plus!
CodeExia
ListenBook's sleek design and easy chapter access make navigation a breeze. I'm amazed at how this app has made my daily activities more enjoyable and intellectually stimulating. 🏡 Making house chores more enjoyable – audiobooks help me stay engaged while tidying up the living space. 🏠📚 Effortlessly exploring audiobook worlds – this app's functionality is genius.
Blink
ListenBook has made my commutes more enjoyable, transforming them into learning sessions. I'm amazed at how this app has made reading a seamless part of my life. ListenBook’s audio quality is excellent. The app enhances my listening experience.
Grabber
Thank you for making literature more accessible, enjoyable, and immersive. This app is a game-changer! This app is a time-saver – I can 'read' even when I'm on the move. 🌌 Whether I'm cooking, commuting, or relaxing at home, this app's seamless functionality keeps me engaged in captivating narratives. 🎧✨ 🌟 Unleashing the power of audiobooks with this user-friendly app – it's like having a personal storyteller on demand! 📚🔥 CUE playlist support is a fantastic feature that allows me to curate themed listening sessions, creating a dynamic and engaging audiobook experience.
MuseMaster
ListenBook has turned my downtime into an opportunity for exploration and growth. Navigating audiobooks with ease – this app's design is user-centric. ListenBook’s playback speed control is very useful. I can listen at my own pace. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books while commuting. The narrator's voice was so pleasant and easy to listen to. They had perfect pacing and made even the slower parts engaging. I found myself looking forward to my commute just to listen more!
Helmet Destroyer
This app has brought the magic of books back into my life. Audiobooks at my fingertips – this app's functionality is truly impressive. Seamless audiobook integration – this app's design is remarkable.
Most Wanted
I've discovered authors I'd never heard of before, and now they're among my favorites. ListenBook has made managing and enjoying audiobooks, lectures, and speeches effortless and enjoyable. I can't believe I waited this long to discover the joy of audiobooks through this app. Absolutely in love with this audiobook app! The seamless functionality and easy navigation make my reading time pure bliss. 📚🎧 ListenBook is a game-changer for audiobook lovers. 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!
Moxie
This app's compatibility with different formats ensures that I never miss out on a great audiobook. ListenBook's drag-and-drop download feature streamlines the process of adding new content to my library. I'm blown away by the attention to detail in every aspect of this app. ListenBook is packed with useful features. It’s the best audiobook app I’ve used. A decent listen overall. The narration was clear, though some character voices sounded similar. The story was interesting but had moments where it dragged slightly. Still, it was a good way to pass the time.
Sugar Hiccup
The ability to switch between different books effortlessly is a major plus. Seamless audiobook integration – this app's design is a true delight. I can't get enough of the binaural audio processing. It's like a breath of fresh air for my ears.
Captain Peroxide
Audiobooks have become my go-to entertainment, and this app is the reason. 🚶♀️🎧 Strolling through captivating narratives while I take my daily walks – pure bliss! 🏞️📚 🎙️ This app's user-friendly interface has transformed my daily walks into immersive storytelling sessions. Kudos to the developers! 🚶♀️📖 ListenBook’s playback is silky-smooth. The app never glitches.
Seattle Jay
Listening to audiobooks has never been this convenient and enjoyable! This app is a gift for book lovers who struggle to find reading time. ListenBook Pro has taken my audiobook experience to the next level. No regrets!
Pixie
I can't get enough of this app's intuitive design – it's like a personal library right at my fingertips. I can't get enough of this app – it's like having a personal storyteller in my pocket. 🎉 Making each day a new chapter – this app keeps me hooked from morning to night! 📖🌄 The compatibility with Apple Watch is a game-changer. Controlling my audiobooks from my wrist is genius. The app is perfect for people who love to read but don’t have the time.
Hemingway Mirmillone
Navigating audiobooks seamlessly – this app's design is top-notch. My audiobook collection has never looked better. Thank you, ListenBook! The app is so reliable. I’ve never had any issues with it.
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