Book description
In this unvarnished and affecting memoir, Olympian Kara Goucher reveals her experience of living through and speaking out about one of the biggest scandals in running. Kara Goucher grew up with Olympic dreams. She excelled at running from a young age and was offered a Nike sponsorship deal when she graduated from college. Then in 2004, she was invited to join a secretive, lavishly funded new team, dubbed the Nike Oregon Project. Coached by distance running legend Alberto Salazar, it seemed like the opportunity of a lifetime. Kara was soon winning a World Championship medal, going to the Olympics, and standing on the podium at the New York and Boston marathons, just like her coach. But behind the scenes, Salazar was hiding dark secrets. He pushed the limits of anti-doping rules, and created what Kara experienced as a culture of abuse, the extent of which she reveals in her book for the first time. Meanwhile, Nike stood by Alberto for years and proved itself capable of shockingly misogynistic corporate practices. Told with stunning honesty, The Longest Race is an unforgettable story and a call to action. Kara became a crusader for female athletes and a key witness helping to get Salazar banned from coaching at the Olympic level. Kara's memoir reveals how she broke through the fear of losing everything, bucked powerful forces to take control of her life and career, and reclaimed her love of running.
Speedwell
As a visually impaired person, this app has opened up a new world of stories for me. The automatic extraction of artwork and metadata adds a professional touch to my audiobook library. The app is so responsive. It never lags or freezes. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books while exercising.
LuminaLore
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Fadey
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High Heel Goddess
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Black Hole Necromancer
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Ship Whip
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RZRWRE
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Reed Lady
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Mustard Centaur
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Mad Viral
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DreamDiver
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Electric Saturn
Quick access to chapters is a blessing. No more scrolling through endless content. The app is very user-friendly. ListenBook makes listening to audiobooks a breeze.
Mindless Bobcat
I'm able to catch up on my reading list even during the busiest days. ListenBook's drag and drop downloads from web browsers are a time-saving feature I can't live without. ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch integration ensures that I can enjoy my content wherever I go. ListenBook has become an indispensable part of my daily routine β it's my ultimate audio companion. The app supports a wide range of formats. ListenBook is very versatile.
Pluto
Unwinding with a good audiobook has become my favorite self-care ritual. Audiobooks have become a cherished part of my daily life, all thanks to this app. The app is perfect for long walks. It keeps me company the whole time. The app is perfect for people who love to multitask. I can listen while cooking. The app is perfect for people who love to multitask. I can listen while cooking.
Fire Fish
I'm in awe of how this app has brought new dimensions to my reading experience. Effortlessly managing my audiobook library β this app's design is commendable. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a revelation. It elevates the audio quality, providing a clear and immersive listening experience that enhances my enjoyment. The playback history is a great feature. I can easily revisit my favorite parts. Great for multitasking! I listened while cooking, driving, and even working out, and it kept me entertained the whole time. The narratorβs voice was pleasant, and the story flowed smoothly. Very enjoyable!
Rusty Vortex
Looping playback has made memorization so much easier. I'm acing my exams! Looping playback helps me focus on challenging content and grasp complex concepts. A study must-have!
Golden Cougar
This app has brought stories to life in a way that traditional reading never could. Savoring audiobooks without complications β this app's design is top-notch. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction ensures that my listening experience remains clear and enjoyable. This was an adequate audiobook for casual listening. The narrator maintained a consistent pace and clear diction throughout, though their performance lacked some emotional range. The audio quality was fine with no significant technical distractions.
Dream Killer
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Eye Devil
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Widow Curio
Finally, an app that lets me organize my audiobooks effortlessly. The library organization and book groups feature make navigation a breeze. I can't believe how easy it is to download audio from various sources. So convenient! ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has significantly enhanced my audio quality. Auto-rewind is a very handy feature. Excellent app.
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