Book description
The Year of Less In her late twenties, Cait Flanders found herself stuck in the consumerism cycle that grips so many of us: earn more, buy more, want more, rinse, repeat. Even after she worked her way out of nearly $30,000 of consumer debt, her old habits took hold again. When she realized that nothing she was doing or buying was making her happy--only keeping her from meeting her goals--she decided to set herself a challenge: she would not shop for an entire year.The Year of Less documents Cait's life for twelve months during which she bought only consumables: groceries, toiletries, gas for her car. Along the way, she challenged herself to consume less of many other things besides shopping. She decluttered her apartment and got rid of 70 percent of her belongings; learned how to fix things rather than throw them away; researched the zero waste movement; and completed a television ban. At every stage, she learned that the less she consumed, the more fulfilled she felt.The challenge became a lifeline when, in the course of the year, Cait found herself in situations that turned her life upside down. In the face of hardship, she realized why she had always turned to shopping, alcohol, and food--and what it had cost her. Unable to reach for any of her usual vices, she changed habits she'd spent years perfecting and discovered what truly mattered to her.Blending Cait's compelling story with inspiring insight and practical guidance, The Year of Less will leave you questioning what you're holding on to in your own life--and, quite possibly, lead you to find your own path of less.
Highlander Monk
The ListenBook app has transformed my device into a portable audiobook library that I can carry everywhere. ListenBook has made managing and enjoying audiobooks, lectures, and speeches effortless and enjoyable. This app has made reading a part of my lifestyle, no matter where I am. This app's convenience has made me fall in love with audiobooks all over again. The attention to detail is commendable. Artwork and metadata are sorted automatically.
Sick Saurus
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Arsenic Coo
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Geneva Cuffs
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CloudFrenzy
Bravo to the creators of this app β they've truly captured the essence of convenient audiobook enjoyment. The smooth playback and thoughtful design are a win. ππ The narrator was good but spoke a bit too slowly for my taste. I had to speed it up to 1.2x which then made some parts sound slightly unnatural.
Friday Fox
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Mammoth 2
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Jade Fox
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BloodEater
I've never been so entertained while doing household chores β this app is a lifesaver! Thanks to ListenBook's automatic extraction of artwork and metadata, my library looks organized and appealing. Chapters, configurable auto-rewind, and bookmarks on ListenBook keep me in control of my content. I'm grateful for this app β it's made reading a part of my everyday life. Automated artwork and metadata extraction add a professional touch to my audiobook collection.
Twitch
ListenBook has become an indispensable part of my daily routine β it's my ultimate audio companion. I'm grateful for this app β it's made reading a part of my everyday life. Library organization and book groups make managing my audiobook collection a breeze. ListenBook has transformed the way I engage with literature. It's like having a virtual bookshelf in my pocket.
Mad Kid
ListenBook's compatibility with various formats has made it my go-to app for all audio content. This app's support for various formats has made my audiobook collection even more diverse and exciting. πΌ Making work hours enjoyable β audiobooks turn my tasks into learning opportunities and moments of joy. π»π The app is so well-designed. Itβs clear the developers put a lot of thought into it.
Skittle Mine
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Burst Nibbler
π Long road trips? No problem β this app keeps me entertained mile after mile! ππ The range of supported formats is astounding. No more compatibility issues! The app's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch makes it a true companion for all occasions.
Cricket
This app has transformed my screen time into valuable learning and entertainment. I can't believe how much more I'm 'reading' now, thanks to this app. Binaural audio processing really helps reduce fatigue. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books at night.
Hairpin
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Pluto
ListenBook's user-friendly controls and innovative features have made it an essential tool for my audiobook enjoyment. This app's intuitive features and easy navigation make it a must-have for audiobook enthusiasts. π This app has ignited my passion for reading β I can't get enough of its convenience! ππ₯ Looping playback of a single track helps me master difficult concepts. So helpful! Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun way to inspire others to read.
Killer Curio
This app's features, from bookmarking to customizable playback speed, are fantastic. ListenBook's powerful audio downloading features make it easy to keep my content at my fingertips. Audiobook excellence β this app's design enhances my reading experience. ListenBook makes organizing my audiobooks simple. The app is very user-friendly. An unobjectionable but unexceptional audiobook experience. The narrator's performance was serviceable and the audio quality was fine, but nothing about the production particularly stood out or elevated the material. It was decent background listening.
CoB@lt
Effortlessly enjoying audiobooks on the go β kudos to this app's functionality. Auto-rewind is a brilliant feature. Never lose track of where I left off.
Jo Jo Spooky
This app is a gift for book lovers who struggle to find reading time. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a true savior for immersive listening, even in busy surroundings. Tone adjustment adds a personalized touch to the narration, making the audiobook experience even more immersive. ListenBookβs bookmarking feature is incredibly useful. I never lose my place in a book.
InsightfulInk
Finally, an app that turns my daily commute into an adventure through literature. I'm hooked on this app's ability to make reading fit into every nook and cranny of my day. ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a playful addition that lets me tweak the audiobook experience. ListenBook has become my trusted companion for literary adventures. The app's features are exceptional.
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