Book description
Something old, something new, someone borrowed… Forty years ago, sixteen-year-old David was heartbroken when his family rejected him for coming out. Since then, he has vowed to always help anyone in need. So, when he finds a tearful young woman outside his flower shop, he can’t just walk away.Meg is newly engaged to the love of her life, Hannah. She should be overjoyed, but her conservative parents have made their disapproval painfully clear – leaving Meg devastated and wanting to call the whole wedding off.But David won’t let another young person be rejected. He offers to be Meg’s ‘stand-in dad’, diving headfirst into dress fittings, cake tastings, and venue visits to make sure Meg’s special day is unforgettable.Yet Meg’s parents’ absence looms large – and when disaster strikes, can David save the wedding in time?The Stand-in Dad is a joyful story about found family and the courage to embrace love’s true colours, perfect for fans ofMatt Cain, Mike Gayle and Ryan Love.––––––––––––––––AUTHORS LOVE THE STAND-IN DAD!'Joyful, uplifting and full of heart – I loved it.' SARAH TURNER'A thoroughly heart-warming read, full of lovable characters and with a resounding message of hope for our times.' KATE STOREY'Sweet, uplifting and deeply touching… a delight.' JUSTIN MYERS'A tender, heart-warming story of friends, family and the unexpected joy that's waiting in the spaces in-between. Gentle and uplifting.' JULIETTA HENDERSON‘Moving and uplifting, THE STAND-IN DAD is HEARTSTOPPER for adults; a love letter to queerness and the family you get to choose.' PJ ELLIS'A breath of fresh air. Powered by kindness, community and love, this book is lots of fun and absolutely full of joy.' ELEANOR RAY‘A sweet and touching story that highlights that true friendship comes in many forms.’ CHARLOTTE BUTTERFIELD'What a joy! A vibrant, warm and hopeful story, with a cast of characters I'd love to be friends with and a flower shop I wish was on my street. Loved it.' PENNY MIRREN'A book with spring in its step… I read this with a big smile and a soaring heart.' JACK STRANGE'A gentle heart-warming story… with a dash of humour whisked in to delight.' CHARLIE LYNDHURSTREADERS LOVE THE STAND-IN DAD!'This was just beautiful. Literally, my heart hurts… This will forever live in my mind. Absolutely stunning.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ NetGalley review'This is an uplifting and joyful story about love, acceptance and overcoming adversity… Heartily recommended as a queer pick-me-up.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ NetGalley review'A lovely and heart-warming book.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ NetGalley review'Gosh, what a read… A lovely ending.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ NetGalley review'I really enjoyed this book and will be looking out for others by this author. Very impressed.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ NetGalley review
Miss Fix It
⏰ Waking up to audiobooks – mornings have never been this magical and inspiring! ☀️🎧 This is exactly what I look for in an audiobook! The narrator's pleasant voice and excellent diction made even complex passages easy to follow. I appreciated the subtle but effective use of pauses and emphasis that added depth to the listening experience. Finished it in record time because I couldn't stop listening.
ByteBard
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Mr. Gadget
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Chapstick
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Thunder Nut
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Burn
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Dance Cannon
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Mechani-Man
I can't get enough of the celebrity narrators – they add a unique charm to each book. ListenBook's dedication to excellence is evident in its well-designed interface, smooth playback, and powerful features. ListenBook's support for various download methods and audio formats ensures that I can always find what I'm looking for. This app is like a personal audiobook concierge! The ability to download and organize audio files effortlessly is a game-changer for my reading routine. 📱📖 I love the auto-rewind feature after interruptions. No more searching for where I left off!
Shay
This app has turned my long walks into delightful literary adventures. This app's support for various formats ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks without any limitations. The audio quality is excellent, and the interface is intuitive. ListenBook is my go-to app for audiobooks.
Lord Nikon
I can't remember the last time I was this excited about 'reading' books! With this app, I've turned my everyday moments into meaningful opportunities for growth and learning. Thanks to ListenBook, downloading audiobooks has become effortless, regardless of the source.
Pitfall Whiskers
ListenBook's focus on quality and user experience has made it my go-to app for audiobooks and educational content. ListenBook's clean interface and organized layout make it a pleasure to browse through my audiobooks.
Handsome
With ListenBook, I can enjoy my audiobooks with enhanced sound quality and personalized settings. ListenBook's dedication to delivering top-notch audio quality is evident in every detail. With this app, I've found a way to make my daily errands more enjoyable and intellectually stimulating. ListenBook's support for a variety of audio formats ensures that my audiobook collection is always accessible.
Screwtape
ListenBook is a game-changer – it plays a wide variety of formats without any conversion needed. 🧘♀️☕ Sipping tea and getting lost in stories – the ultimate way to unwind! 🍵📖 🎉 Rekindling my love for reading – this app has reintroduced me to the joy of books in a whole new way. 📚🔥 Easy chapter navigation and beautiful design make this app stand out.
VisionVoyager
Audiobooks have become my companion during long walks, transforming exercise into a pleasure. ListenBook's smooth playback and easy navigation ensure that my audiobook experience is always top-notch. ListenBook's powerful audio downloading features make it easy to keep my content at my fingertips. ListenBook has changed my audiobook game forever. No more format woes! Good but not great. The narration was competent but lacked the extra spark that makes some audiobooks truly special. Still worth a listen though.
Black Fantastic
The sleek design and easy navigation are visually pleasing and user-friendly. The ability to change playback speed and audio volume on ListenBook gives me full control over my listening experience. I love that ListenBook offers both basic and advanced features, catering to all types of users. ListenBook's player features are incredibly helpful. Chapters and bookmarks make navigation easy.
Gas Man
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Mindless Bobcat
Binaural audio processing on ListenBook is a thoughtful addition that keeps my ears comfortable during extended listening sessions. This app's convenience has turned my daily chores into moments of intellectual discovery – a win-win!
Koi Diva
The app's layout is clean and intuitive, making it a pleasure to navigate. This app has turned my long walks into delightful literary adventures. ListenBook has elevated my audiobook experience to new heights. It's a treasure trove of knowledge. The audio filters make a noticeable difference. ListenBook provides an excellent listening experience.
Snow Pharaoh
ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has made my audio content much more enjoyable in noisy environments. Quick access to chapters and smooth playback. Excellent app!
Liquid Science
With this app, every moment is an opportunity to dive into a new story. The compatibility with Apple Watch is a game-changer. Controlling my audiobooks from my wrist is genius. Solid performance overall though some character voices sounded too similar. I occasionally got confused about who was speaking in dialogue-heavy scenes.
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