Book description
There are times in life when we are caught utterly unprepared: a death in the family, the end of a relationship, a health crisis. These are the times when the solid ground we thought we stood on disappears beneath our feet, leaving us reeling and heartbroken, as we stumble back to our faith. The Days of Awe encompass the weeks preceding Rosh Hashanah up to Yom Kippur, a period in which Jews take part in a series of rituals and prayers that reenact the journey of the soul through the world from birth to death. This is a period of contemplation and repentance, comparable to Lent and Ramadan. Yet, for Rabbi Alan Lew, the real purpose of this annual passage is for us to experience brokenheartedness and open our heart to God. In This is Real and You Are Completely Unprepared, Lew has marked out a journey of seven distinct stages, one that draws on these rituals to awaken our soul and wholly transform us. Weaving together Torah readings, Buddhist parables, Jewish fables and stories from his own life, Lew lays bare the meanings of this ancient Jewish passage. He reveals the path from terror to acceptance, confusion to clarity, doubt to belief, and from complacency to awe. In the tradition of When Bad Things Happen to Good People, This Is Real And You Are Completely Unprepared enables believers of all faiths to reconnect to their faith with a passion and intimacy that will resonate throughout the year.
Whipsaw
ListenBook has transformed my listening habits, making them more engaging and enjoyable. πΆ Swapping background music for the soothing voices of narrators β audiobooks have become my soundtrack for daily life. π΅π Tone adjustment adds a personalized touch to the narration, making the audiobook experience even more immersive. 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.
Pixy Mox
The app's stability and reliability make it my go-to choice for audiobooks. This app has become my go-to companion, making my daily routine more exciting and insightful. ListenBook has redefined my audiobook experience. It's an essential tool that enhances every listening session.
Centurion Sherman
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Con Mammoth
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Fire Feline
The app is well-designed and user-friendly. ListenBook makes listening to audiobooks a joy. ListenBookβs support for CarPlay is great. I can listen to audiobooks in my car easily.
Blue Despair
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Cumulo
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Crash Enforcer
Adjusting the tone of the voice is a creative feature. It allows for a unique and personalized experience. Binaural audio reduces listening fatigue. Such a great feature!
EchoExplorer
I've fallen in love with literature all over again, thanks to this incredible app. Audiobooks on demand β this app's functionality is a true technological gem. Download via WiFi, WebDAV, iTunes β options galore to suit everyone's preferences. Automated artwork and metadata retrieval add a professional touch to my audiobook library.
Firefly Caramel
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Crossing Guard
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Boost Princess
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Snow Pharaoh
I can't imagine my audiobook routine without ListenBook's seamless audio player. I don't have strong feelings about this one either way. The narration was competent but forgettable. The story itself was more engaging than the performance.
Jack Cassidy
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Snow Pharaoh
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Mindless Bobcat
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Domino Combat
I'm able to enjoy books in a whole new way β while cooking, working out, or even gardening. I can't believe how much more I'm 'reading' now, all thanks to this app. Effortlessly managing my audiobook library β this app's design is commendable. ListenBookβs bookmarking feature is incredibly useful. I never lose my place in a book.
Whipsaw
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Racy Babe
ListenBook's compatibility with various formats ensures I never miss out on any audio gem. Elevating my reading experience to a whole new level, this app's user-friendly interface and easy navigation have me hooked. Audiobooks have never been this enjoyable! π±π With its powerful audio downloading features, I can have my favorite audiobooks ready to go, anytime and anywhere. The app is so well-designed. Itβs clear the developers put a lot of thought into it.
Spooky Yellowjacket
Audiobooks have never been this engaging β this app takes them to the next level. With this app, I can dive into captivating narratives while cooking, cleaning, or commuting β pure magic! My long walks have turned into exciting adventures with this app. ListenBook is my go-to companion for immersive audiobook experiences. The ease of use and extensive format support make it a must-have! ListenBook has become my trusted companion. It's my go-to app for expanding my knowledge and enjoyment.
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