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.
Killah Goose
ListenBook's support for chapters and bookmarks ensures that I never lose my place in a story. CUE playlist support is a rare gem. Perfect for organizing content efficiently.
Blister
I'm rediscovering my love for literature through this app – it's revitalizing. 🚶♀️🎧 Strolling through captivating narratives while I take my daily walks – pure bliss! 🏞️📚 The playback speed adjustment is a game-changer for busy individuals. Time saver! Automated artwork and metadata extraction keeps my audiobook library visually appealing.
Avenge Paws
The narrators on this app are truly talented – they bring characters to life. 🛌 Bedtime stories for adults? Yes, please! This app is a dream come true. 🌙📚 Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun way to inspire others to read. The app’s design is sleek and modern. ListenBook is my favorite audiobook player. ListenBook has completely changed how I enjoy audiobooks. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate. Five stars!
Guncap Slingbad
I've become a loyal fan of audiobooks, and this app is the reason why! I'm amazed at how this app has brought back the joy of reading into my daily routine – thank you!
Sleek Assassin
I love how ListenBook extracts artwork and metadata from audio files, adding a visual touch to my listening experience. This app has added a touch of magic to my mundane moments – I'm forever grateful. Quick access to chapters is a blessing. No more scrolling through endless content.
Yellow Menace
ListenBook's compatibility with various formats has made it my go-to app for all audio content. I'm hooked on this app's ability to make reading fit into any moment. Efficiency meets audiobooks – this app's functionality is a true triumph. The import process is seamless. I had no trouble adding my audiobooks. Great for fans of this genre! The pacing, narration, and production quality were all excellent. It felt like a movie playing in my mind. I’ll be checking out more from this narrator for sure.
Highlander Monk
Listening to audiobooks with my kids has become a cherished bonding activity. ListenBook has reignited my love for storytelling and learning, one audio file at a time. ListenBook has made audiobook listening a personalized and enriching journey. ListenBook's extensive format support makes it the ultimate audiobook app for any audiobook lover. The app is very user-friendly. ListenBook makes listening to audiobooks a breeze.
Sleek Zelda
This app has transformed my daily walks into insightful journeys of knowledge – talk about efficiency! With features like auto-rewind, I never lose my place when I pause listening.
Solitaire
🎧 This app has changed my reading game! Now I can 'read' while I work – genius! 📚💼 Audiobooks at my fingertips – this app's functionality is truly impressive. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a blessing for clear dictaphone recordings.
Devine Melon
ListenBook's powerful audio downloading features are a dream come true – no more hassles! ListenBook has redefined my workout routine. The controls are so user-friendly.
Pepper
Listening to audiobooks while cooking has made meal prep much more enjoyable. CUE playlist support is a fantastic addition. It helps me organize my audiobooks effortlessly. The app supports a wide range of formats. ListenBook is very versatile. The narration elevated an already good book to greatness! The performer's subtle vocal variations conveyed nuance I might have missed while reading. Their ability to maintain consistent character voices across many hours was impressive. Technical quality was flawless throughout.
CloudFrenzy
Bookmarks are a fantastic organizational tool. They help me keep track of important moments in my audiobooks. Elegant design and easy-to-use interface. Very happy with ListenBook. The equalizer is a great addition. It really enhances the audio quality.
ThoughtTracer
ListenBook has made my daily routines more vibrant and exciting with its immersive features. ListenBook's sharing options make it easy for me to connect with fellow audiobook enthusiasts. The playback speed adjustment is a game-changer for busy individuals. Time saver! ListenBook is fantastic! Supports every audiobook format I have. Super convenient! Listening statistics are a great motivator. Love this feature!
Sky Trinity
With ListenBook, I can keep track of my audiobook consumption and explore new content with ease. Efficiency meets audiobooks – this app's functionality is a true standout. 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!
Short Firecracker
The app's features, like the sleep timer, make it clear that it's designed with readers in mind. Noise reduction on ListenBook enhances the clarity of dictaphone recordings, allowing me to enjoy content even in noisy environments. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is fantastic. ListenBook’s audio quality is excellent. The app enhances my listening experience.
Bug Blitz
Audiobooks have become my go-to gift for friends – and they all love it! I can't get enough of this app's intuitive design – it's like a personal library right at my fingertips. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature turns any environment into a cozy listening haven.
Mr. Gadget
Audiobook enthusiasts, rejoice! This app's thoughtful features, such as auto-rewind and chapter navigation, cater perfectly to our storytelling cravings. 🎉📚 The equalizer is a great addition. It really enhances the audio quality.
Dr. Cocktail
The sheer variety of genres available ensures there's something for everyone. ListenBook's dedication to delivering high-quality sound and user-friendly features has won me over. ListenBook is the best audiobook player I’ve ever used. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate, making it a joy to use. Five stars!
The Happy Jock
Audiobook enthusiasts, rejoice! This app is your new best friend. ListenBook's drag-and-drop download feature simplifies the process of adding new audiobooks to my collection. I'm blown away by the powerful audio downloading options. So versatile!
Skylark
I love that I can download content directly from the internet within the ListenBook app – so handy! Audiobooks on demand? Yes, please! With this app's robust features, I'm always just a tap away from immersing myself in captivating narratives. 📚📱 The adjustable playback speed feature is a true innovation. It adds a personalized touch to my listening. The app is very intuitive. ListenBook makes finding and playing audiobooks simple.
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