Book description
Named one of the best books of 2021 by NPRNew York Times Bestseller and a New York Times Book Review Editor's Choice pick"Masterly . . .represents an extraordinary achievement: It is comprehensive and detailed without being tedious, practical without being banal, impeccably well judged and unusually rigorous."--Daniel Markovits, New York Times Book Review"Ron Lieber is a gift."--Scott Galloway The hugely popular New York Times Your Money columnist and author of the bestselling The Opposite of Spoiled offers a deeply reported and emotionally honest approach to the biggest financial decision families will ever make: what to pay for college--a decision made even more confusing because of the Covid-19 pandemic.Sending a teenager to a flagship state university for four years of on-campus living costs more than $100,000 in many parts of the United States. Meanwhile, many families of freshmen attending selective private colleges will spend triple--over $300,000. With the same passion, smarts, and humor that infuse his personal finance column, Ron Lieber offers a much-needed roadmap to help families navigate this difficult and often confusing journey. Lieber begins by explaining who pays what and why and how the financial aid system got so complicated. He also pulls the curtain back on merit aid, an entirely new form of discounting that most colleges now use to compete with peers.While price is essential, value is paramount. So what is worth paying extra for, and how do you know when it exists in abundance at any particular school? Is a small college better than a big one? Who actually does the teaching? Given that every college claims to have reinvented its career center, who should we actually believe? He asks the tough questions of college presidents and financial aid gatekeepers that parents don't know (or are afraid) to ask and summarizes the research about what matters and what doesn't.Finally, Lieber calmly walks families through the process of setting financial goals, explaining the system to their children and figuring out the right ways to save, borrow, and bargain for a better deal. The Price You Pay for College gives parents the clarity they need to make informed choices and helps restore the joy and wonder the college experience is supposed to represent.
StarStrider
ListenBook's library organization keeps my audiobooks neat and accessible. A true organizational lifesaver! The ability to play various audio formats without conversion is very convenient. ListenBook is a great app.
Mad Robin
ListenBook's thoughtful inclusion of chapters, controls, and filters has enhanced my audiobook experience. ListenBook has elevated my audiobook enjoyment to a whole new level – it's a must-have for any audio enthusiast. With this app, I've rediscovered the joy of reading through my ears, making every moment more valuable. The app's versatility in downloading audio is impressive. It streamlines the process and saves time. With its powerful audio downloading features, I can have my favorite audiobooks ready to go, anytime and anywhere.
Barbera Shift
The convenience of switching between devices without losing my place is a lifesaver. The Looping playback and Shuffle features on ListenBook help me customize my listening sessions to my liking. Audiobooks made convenient – this app's functionality is impressive. Automated artwork and metadata retrieval add a professional touch to my carefully curated audiobook collection.
Referee
The ability to change playback speed and audio volume on ListenBook gives me full control over my listening experience. ListenBook's dedication to delivering high-quality sound and user-friendly features has won me over. I'm blown away by how this app has revolutionized my reading experience. Simplifying my audiobook experience – this app's design is a game-changer. Listening stats feature keeps me motivated to read more. Love it!
9Lives
ListenBook's thoughtful inclusion of chapters, controls, and filters has enhanced my audiobook experience. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction makes sure that background distractions don't interfere with my listening.
Bruh
ListenBook is a true audio treasure! It turns my own audio files into immersive listening experiences. My audiobook collection has never looked better. Thanks to automatic artwork and metadata. Makes audiobook listening super easy and enjoyable. Thank you! Binaural audio processing really works. Less fatigue during long listening sessions.
Alias Stick
The offline mode is a lifesaver on flights – I'm never without a good story. I'm impressed with the wide range of supported formats. Finally, an app that plays all my audiobooks flawlessly. ListenBook is a must-have for audiobook enthusiasts. It's reliable, versatile, and a pleasure to use. Looping playback is a game-changer for my study sessions. It helps me absorb information more effectively. I appreciate the dark mode option. It’s easy on the eyes during nighttime listening.
White Dragon
Kudos to the app for making literature accessible to those with busy schedules. I never knew my daily walks could be so fulfilling – all thanks to this app.
Fuzzy Logic Hottie
The app's layout is clean and intuitive, making it a pleasure to navigate. 🚶♀️🎧 Strolling through captivating narratives while I take my daily walks – pure bliss! 🏞️📚 I'm blown away by the app's performance. It's fast, reliable, and tailored for audiobook lovers. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun and interactive way to connect. 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.
FRMhndshk
As someone who struggles to focus on audiobooks, this kept my attention the whole way through. The narrator's clear diction and expressive delivery were perfect. 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.
Rooster
Listening to audiobooks has made my daily commute more enjoyable and productive. ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch has made my listening experience even more seamless. This app is a blessing for those with busy schedules – it's like time travel through stories. ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch is a game-changer for my on-the-go listening. 💃 Grooving to the rhythm of stories while tackling household chores – a dance of productivity! 🎶📖
Steel Solstice
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Achilles Mountain
I'm constantly amazed by the variety of genres – there's something for everyone. ListenBook has become an essential part of my day, enhancing my commute and allowing me to enjoy audiobooks like never before. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has made a significant difference in the clarity of recordings. The app is very easy to use. ListenBook makes managing my audiobook library simple.
Mammoth 2
I love how this app's chapters, bookmarks, and controls give me full control over my audiobook journey. With support for various formats, I can finally listen to my diverse audiobook collection. Beautiful design and intuitive interface. Very pleased.
Toy Dogwatch
My kids are hooked on the children's audiobook collection – it's a parenting win! I'd love to see more classic titles, but the current selection is already fantastic. I can't believe how easy it is to download and manage my audio content using ListenBook. ListenBook has become my trusted companion, guiding me through the realms of imagination. An absolutely stellar production from start to finish! The narrator's command of pacing and tone was masterful, knowing exactly when to speed up for excitement or slow down for dramatic effect. The audio quality was pristine with no distracting mouth sounds or uneven volume.
Clover Dragon
The ability to highlight passages and take notes while listening is a fantastic feature. This app is my audiobook haven. With a user-friendly interface and features like audio filters, I'm engrossed in stories like never before. 📖🔊
Eight Patrol
With this app, I'm rediscovering the joy of reading in the most convenient way. I can't believe how easy it is to download audio from various sources. So convenient! ListenBook's library organization keeps my audiobooks neat and accessible. A true organizational lifesaver! Listening statistics motivate me to read more. Excellent feature!
Dora the Destroyer
I love how ListenBook extracts artwork and metadata from audio files, adding a visual touch to my listening experience. ListenBook's seamless integration with CarPlay enhances my daily commute, making it a productive and enjoyable experience. ListenBook's innovation, seamless playback, and versatile features make it a standout app. 🚶♀️🎧 Walking and listening has never been this smooth – this app's user-friendly interface makes it a breeze to enjoy my favorite stories. 🏞️📖
NightWonka
Unwinding with a good audiobook has become my favorite self-care ritual. With this app, audiobook listening has become an integral part of my daily routines – it's pure bliss. 🎉 This app's functionality is a masterpiece – it seamlessly integrates audiobooks into my daily routine. 📚🎨 Audiobook enthusiasts, rejoice! This app's elegant design and robust functionality make it a must-have for anyone who loves to listen on the go. 🎧📱 ListenBook’s playback speed control is very useful. I can listen at my own pace.
Romance Princess
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is a social audiophile's dream. ListenBook's versatile player features are like having a personal audio assistant – it's that good! This app has made 'reading' more versatile and enjoyable than ever. 👩🍳 Turning cooking sessions into culinary adventures, complete with intriguing tales! 🍳🎧 Navigating through my audiobook collection is a breeze – this app's intuitive interface and convenient controls have made my reading journey effortless. 📱📖
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