Book description
A desperate young publicist tries to save her career by turning the charismatic leader of a grungy retreat center into the hot new self-care brand in this "wildly funny, laser-eyed" (Michael Cunningham) debut novel. "A satire both cutting and careful in its approach, The Glow is a triumph."--Elle (Best New Books to Read in Summer 2023) Jane Dorner has two modes: PR Jane, twenty-five, chummy, and eager to sell you a feminist vibrator or a self-care/bereavement subscription box; and Actual Jane, twenty-nine, drifting through mediocre workdays and lackluster dates while paralyzed by her crushing mountain of overdue medical bills. When her job performance is called into question, Jane's last-ditch effort to preserve her livelihood and pay off her debt is to land a white whale of a client. Enter the impossibly gorgeous Cass--whom Jane discovers scrolling through Instagram--and her unassuming husband, Tom--proprietors of a "wellness retreat" based out of a ramshackle country house that may or may not be giving off cult vibes. Suddenly Jane realizes she might have found the one ladder she can climb--if she can convince them that transforming Cass herself into a high-end wellness brand is the key to all three of their futures. Magnetic yet mysterious, Cass is primed to be an influencer: She speaks in a mix of inspirational quotes and Zen koans, eats only zucchini (the most spiritually nourishing vegetable), and has baby-perfect skin. Despite Tom's reticence about selling out, Jane sets out to mold Cass into the kind of guru who can offer inner peace and make your skin glow--all at a hefty price, of course. As Jane reckons with her own long-dormant ambitions, she wonders: Can a person really "do good" for others while profiting off them? And what parts of our selves do we lose when we trade power, influence, and beauty? Sparklingly plotted, deliciously deadpan, and irresistibly entertaining, The Glow is a razor-sharp sendup of an industry built on the peculiar intersection of money and wellness, where health is a commodity and self-care a luxury.
Zorkle Sporkle
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Flint Cast-Iron
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Mechani-Man
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Dark Matter
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The Flying Mouse
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Broomspun
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Delirium
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Mr. Gadget
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Venious
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Lady Peach
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Swerve
Automatic artwork and metadata retrieval is a time-saver. My library looks fantastic. No need for file conversion is a game-changer. Love using ListenBook on my iPhone. Sharing books with friends via AirDrop is so convenient. Thanks, ListenBook!
Electric Saturn
Audiobooks have made my workouts more enjoyable, and I'm seeing results! With ListenBook, I can listen to my favorite audiobooks and speeches with maximum comfort and convenience. With this app, audiobook listening has become a seamless and enjoyable part of my everyday life. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a blessing for clear and distraction-free listening.
Shivers
ListenBook has revolutionized my audiobook experience. Now I can enjoy my favorite lectures and speeches with ease! Middle-of-the-road experience. The audiobook was fineβgood narration, decent storyβbut it didnβt leave a lasting impression. If youβre looking for something low-commitment, this works.
RawSkills
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Suicide Jockey
This app's convenience has made my audiobook addiction thrive! I love the variety of themes available. It makes the app feel personalized.
Hitch Frenzy
Looping playback is an invaluable tool for my study sessions. It helps me grasp complex concepts. The app is so versatile. It works with all my devices.
Pitfall Whiskers
ListenBook's basic audio filters allow me to fine-tune the audio playback to suit my preferences. ListenBook's extensive statistics feature adds a new level of insight to my audiobook habits. πΆπ The harmony between simplicity and functionality in this app is truly impressive. Audiobooks have never sounded this good! π΅π§ Perfect for listening to educational content. Highly recommend! ListenBookβs bookmarking feature is incredibly useful. I never lose my place in a book.
Mad Jack
ListenBook's ability to extract artwork and metadata automatically adds a visual touch to my audiobook collection. The app is perfect for long walks. It keeps me company the whole time. I love the ability to share my progress with friends. Itβs a fun feature. Decent audiobook but I think I would have enjoyed reading it more. Some of the more subtle humor didn't quite land in the audio format.
Whip Chu
This app's compatibility with different formats has made my audiobook collection diverse and enjoyable. ListenBook's dedication to providing an exceptional listening experience shines through in every aspect of the app. The playback speed adjustment is a game-changer for busy individuals. Time saver!
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