Book description
SHORTLISTED FOR THE KLAUS FLUGGE PRIZE 2019 and longlisted for The CILIP Kate Greenaway Medal 2019.New into paperback this spring, The Extraordinary Gardener is a charming story about the importance of nature, teaching us that if we work hard enough our dreams really can come true.Joe is a boy just like any other, but Joe loves to imagine. Joe lives in a pretty ordinary tower block, in a rather ordinary city. His world is rather grey. However, he spends his time imagining a wonderful world filled with exotic plants and unusual animals.One day Joe decides to plant a seed on his balcony and the chain of events that follow prove just how wonderful nature can be.Sam Boughton is a British illustrator who lives in Devon and trained at the Cambridge School of Art. The Extraordinary Gardener is her debut picture book.
Parallax Sugar
With this app, I can switch seamlessly between my iPhone and iPad, making my reading experience continuous. Sharing audiobooks with friends is a fantastic way to introduce them to new stories.
QuantumQuill
I'm amazed at how this app has made reading a seamless part of my life. 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!
Lilac Lizard
ListenBook's support for looping and shuffling playback adds versatility to my audiobook enjoyment. Downloading over WiFi is quick and efficient. Saves a lot of time.
Whip Chu
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Boost Princess
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TeederSmartie
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Pitfall
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Devil Blade
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Gas Man
Effortless audiobook exploration – this app's design is a reader's dream. Navigating audiobooks seamlessly – this app's design is a true winner. Tone adjustment is an innovative touch that adds a personal connection to the audiobook narration. It's like having a custom reading experience. The app is perfect for people who love to multitask. I can listen while cooking. Good for background listening. I didn’t get fully immersed, but it was pleasant enough to have on while doing chores. The narrator’s voice was easy to listen to, even if the delivery lacked some energy.
Soda Delirium
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Rummy Stickers
📱 An app that respects my time and delivers on functionality – audiobook listening has never been this effortless. 📖🔗 I love the ability to import books from my computer. It’s so easy. An unobjectionable but unexceptional audiobook experience. The narrator's performance was serviceable and the audio quality was fine, but nothing about the production particularly stood out or elevated the material. It was decent background listening.
Cardinal Rebel
ListenBook has brought a whole new level of convenience and enjoyment to my audiobook experience. The customizable controls and playback options cater perfectly to different audiobook preferences. Automatic metadata retrieval adds a professional touch to my audiobook collection. A textbook example of great audiobook narration! The performer's diction was flawless, their pacing ideal, and their emotional range impressive. I never felt like I was being "read to" but rather like I was experiencing the story firsthand. The audio engineering was equally professional. Not the best audiobook I've heard but far from the worst. The production quality was good and there were no major issues with the narration.
ShadowDancer
I've become addicted to this app – in the best possible way! Finally, an app that respects my busy lifestyle. Whether I'm commuting or exercising, this app's smooth playback and smart controls keep me engaged. 🏃♀️🎧 Automated metadata extraction is a time-saver. My library is so organized now.
Twitch
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is a social audiophile's dream. My daily workouts are more enjoyable now, thanks to seamless integration with Apple Watch.
Moon Orchid
This app's sleek design and intuitive features make it my trusted partner in exploring new narratives. Listening stats keep me motivated to read more. Great addition!
LyRz
The convenience of having an entire library at my fingertips is a dream come true. Audiobooks on this app have made my workouts more enjoyable and productive. I can't believe how easy it is to download audio from various sources. So convenient! The customizable controls and playback options cater perfectly to different audiobook preferences.
Metal Star
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Gunhawk
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Valley Guardian
💼 Enhancing work-from-home productivity – audiobooks make even the most routine tasks a delight. 💻📖 The range of audio formats supported is incredible. No need to worry about file conversion. Looping playback is my secret weapon for language learning. It's revolutionized my approach. CUE playlist support helps me organize my audiobooks efficiently. It's a great organizational tool. Automated artwork and metadata extraction make my library look organized and visually appealing.
HedgeH0g2
ListenBook's commitment to excellence shines through in its powerful features and seamless performance. Simplifying audiobook management – this app's functionality is a true asset. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun way to spread the joy.
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