Book description
The Gardener is a 1997 New York Times Book Review Notable Children's Book of the Year and a 1998 Caldecott Honor Book. From the author-and-illustrator team of the bestselling The Library.Lydia Grace Finch brings a suitcase full of seeds to the big gray city, where she goes to stay with her Uncle Jim, a cantankerous baker. There she initiates a gradual transformation, bit by bit brightening the shop and bringing smiles to customers' faces with the flowers she grows. But it is in a secret place that Lydia Grace works on her masterpiece -- an ambitious rooftop garden -- which she hopes will make even Uncle Jim smile. Sarah Stewart introduces readers to an engaging and determined young heroine, whose story is told through letters written home, while David Small's illustrations beautifully evoke the Depression-era setting.
Dahlia
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ByteBard
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Guillotine
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ReiGnZ
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Unleashed
This app has added a new layer of enjoyment to my downtime – I'm truly grateful. My long walks have turned into exciting adventures with this app. Looping playback is a study tool that I can't live without. It helps me master challenging content. What a fantastic listening experience! The narrator brought the characters to life with distinct voices and emotional depth. The pacing was perfect - not too fast to lose details, not too slow to become boring. I particularly appreciated how well the narrator conveyed the atmosphere of key scenes.
Toy Peep
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Dr. WMD
I can't believe how easy it is to download and manage my audio content using ListenBook. I love how this app allows me to enjoy books even when I'm on the move. Automated artwork and metadata extraction make my library look organized and visually appealing.
DreadSherX
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Copilot
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Hitch Frenzy
The adjustable playback speed is a revelation. It's like having a personal audiobook narrator at my pace. Adjusting the tone of the voice is genius. It's like having a customizable audiobook narrator. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature enhances the audio quality to a whole new level. Makes audiobook listening super easy and enjoyable. Thanks, ListenBook!
Roadblock
ListenBook's library organization and book groups help me keep my content neatly sorted. ListenBook has revolutionized my audio experience, making it both personalized and engaging. This app's convenience has turned me into an avid audiobook listener. Automated artwork and metadata extraction make my library look organized and visually appealing. Not bad, but not amazing either. The narrator’s voice was pleasant, though some parts felt a bit rushed. The story had its moments, but I wouldn’t necessarily recommend it over similar titles in the genre.
Star Scratch
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Deano
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Troublemasher
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Houston
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THRESHmSTR
ListenBook's integration of artwork and metadata adds a visually appealing touch to my library. I'm impressed by how this app seamlessly syncs across my devices. Playlists and bookmarks are super helpful. Love using ListenBook! The app is so responsive. It never lags or freezes.
PixelPathfinder
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Icy Avenger
This app has introduced me to authors I'd never heard of – now they're my favorites! Seamless audiobook integration – this app's design is remarkable. ListenBook's integration with CarPlay and Apple Watch is seamless. I can now enjoy my favorite audiobooks during commutes and workouts. Book groups are a thoughtful addition. It's like having virtual bookshelves! I've recommended ListenBook to all my fellow bookworms. It's a true companion for audiobook lovers.
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