Book description
The second half of life invites us to experience new growth such that we live an even more fulfilling life. But often the invitation isn't all that attractive, with changes in our families, our health, our relationships and our increasing grasp that the journey does have an ending. Many of us refuse the invitation to evolve, hanging on to old ways that may not serve us well in the second half. In Doug Smith's best-selling first book, Happiness: The Art of Living with Peace, Confidence and Joy, he detailed 13 skills that enable living an accomplished, meaningful and joyful life...what positive psychologists refer to as "flourishing." In this second book, with the help of Ken Murphy, he looks at these skills through the lens of the second half of life and offers new tools and new ways to use them. The result is a guidebook for successfully navigating the transition to a thriving second half of life.
Mr. Gadget
ποΈ This app's functionality is a symphony of efficiency β I'm enjoying audiobooks without missing a beat in my day. πΆπ Navigating through chapters is a breeze. It's like the app knows what I need. The app is perfect for people who love to read but donβt have the time.
Peanut Butter Woman
With this app, I can dive into captivating narratives while cooking, cleaning, or commuting β pure magic! 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 ListenBook's audio filters have given me the power to tailor my listening experience to my preferences. I've never experienced such a smooth audiobook player. The playback is seamless.
Easy Street
This app's ease of use has made reading an integral part of my everyday life. Navigating through chapters is a breeze. It's like having a personal reading guide. ListenBookβs support for CarPlay is great. I can listen to audiobooks in my car easily.
Atomic Blastoid
I'd love to see more classic titles, but the current selection is already fantastic. I'm hooked on this app's ability to make reading fit into every nook and cranny of my day. Audiobook enthusiasts, gather around! This app's exceptional features, from audio filters to robust support, have transformed my daily routines into storytelling moments. ππ§ Love how I can adjust playback speed and audio volume. ListenBook caters to all my needs. The app is perfect for bedtime listening. The sleep timer is a must-have.
Highway
I can't imagine my daily routine without ListenBook's intuitive layout and easy-to-access controls. πΌ Enhancing work-from-home productivity β audiobooks make even the most routine tasks a delight. π»π Navigating chapters is a breeze with ListenBook. It's a user-friendly and seamless experience. ListenBookβs interface is clean and intuitive. Itβs a joy to use.
Flint Cast-Iron
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Digital Moonshine
I love how ListenBook extracts artwork and metadata from audio files, adding a visual touch to my listening experience. Finally, an app that lets me enjoy audiobooks without worrying about file formats!
Seattle Jay
I'm hooked on this app's effortless downloading process β I can have my favorite audiobooks in seconds. π± An app that truly understands audiobook enthusiasts β it's all about functionality, and this app nails it! ππ‘ Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a great way to spread the joy of storytelling with friends. ListenBook has made managing my audiobook collection a breeze. Library organization is top-notch. 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.
Miss Nova
Audiobook immersion made simple β this app's ease of use is commendable. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a delightful way to spread the joy of storytelling. A fun feature! Auto-rewind is a brilliant feature. Never lose track of where I left off. The voice boost feature is amazing. It makes every word crystal clear.
Sleek Assassin
I've found solace and relaxation in the pages of countless audiobooks. Beautiful design and intuitive interface. Very pleased.
Zero Charisma
This app's versatility and convenience have transformed my screen time into a productive reading journey. ππ Transforming traffic jams into opportunities for literary exploration β this app keeps me engaged on the road! ππ§ The statistics feature is a fantastic addition β knowing how much time I spend on audiobooks is eye-opening, and ListenBook makes tracking it a breeze.
NexusNomad
This app has added a new layer of enjoyment to my downtime β I'm truly grateful. ListenBook's sleek design and easy chapter access make navigation a breeze. Elegant design and easy-to-use interface. Very happy with ListenBook.
The Happy Jock
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Bae
Thanks to ListenBook's automatic extraction of artwork and metadata, my library looks organized and appealing. ListenBook's loop and shuffle playback features add versatility to my audiobook listening experience. Binaural audio processing is amazing. Reduced my listening fatigue significantly. Makes audiobook listening super easy and enjoyable. Thanks, ListenBook!
Sloth
I've started reading more books than ever before, all thanks to this app. I'm addicted to this app β it's a non-stop journey through captivating tales. The app's compatibility with CarPlay enhances my driving experience. Audiobooks on the road have never been better.
HedgeH0g2
Unparalleled support for CarPlay and Apple Watch means I can take my audiobooks anywhere, anytime. The absence of synchronization requirements on ListenBook is a breath of fresh air. πͺ Doubling the impact of my workouts β exercising and exploring stories, all thanks to this app! πͺπ§ The app supports a wide range of formats. ListenBook is very versatile.
ThreadTrail
I've fallen in love with literature all over again, thanks to this incredible app. The customer support team is responsive and always ready to assist. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a blessing for enjoying clear audio in any environment. The range of audio formats supported is incredible. No need to worry about file conversion.
Stud
πΌ Workday blues? Not anymore β this app turns my office hours into reading time! π»π Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a thoughtful and enjoyable way to share my favorite stories with friends and introduce them to new worlds of literature. Auto-rewind is a very handy feature. Excellent app. Iβm blown away by how feature-rich ListenBook is. From the customizable themes to the car mode, everything is designed with the user in mind. The app works flawlessly, and Iβve had zero issues with crashes or bugs. Highly recommend!
Lope Lope
ποΈ The app's functionality is a true work of art β it enhances the audiobook experience and brings stories to life. ππ¨ ListenBook's user-friendly interface and quick controls make it my preferred choice for audiobook enjoyment. Iβd listen to this narrator read anything! Their voice was so expressive and fitting for the material. The story itself was great, but the narration took it to the next level. Definitely a 5-star experience. This audiobook was neither good nor bad - simply average. The narrator's delivery was professional but uninspired, and the recording quality was clean though not exceptional. It provided satisfactory entertainment without standing out from similar titles. Decent audiobook but I think I would have enjoyed reading it more. Some of the more subtle humor didn't quite land in the audio format.
CuriousCraft
I can't believe how much time I've saved thanks to this efficient app! Audiobook enjoyment has become an integral part of my routine, thanks to this app's seamless integration and user-friendly design. A must-have! ππ± Iβm so impressed with ListenBook. The app is reliable, fast, and packed with features like customizable themes and playback speed. The sleep timer is a lifesaver for bedtime listening. Highly recommend this 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