Book description
In this beautiful and empowering book, Jennifer Jewell-host of public radio's award-winning program and podcast Cultivating Place-introduces seventy-five inspiring women. Working in wide-reaching fields that include botany, floral design, landscape architecture, farming, herbalism, and food justice, these influencers are creating change from the ground up. Profiled women include flower farmer Erin Benzakein; codirector of Soul Fire Farm Leah Penniman; plantswoman Flora Grubb; edible and cultural landscape designer Leslie Bennett; Caribbean-American writer and gardener Jamaica Kincaid; soil scientist Elaine Ingham; landscape designer Ariella Chezar; floral designer Amy Merrick, and many more. Rich with personal stories and insights, Jewell's portraits reveal a devotion that transcends age, locale, and background, reminding us of the profound role of green growing things in our world-and our lives.
Trash Pocky
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Little Drunk Girl
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Day Hawk
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King Bass
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is a feature I can't live without. ⭐️ A round of applause for an app that prioritizes functionality – I can seamlessly switch between audiobooks and other tasks. 👏🎧 Automatic artwork and metadata extraction keep my audiobook library organized and visually appealing.
Lskeee
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VisionVortex
ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is like a magical spell that transports me into the heart of the story. Automated artwork and metadata retrieval add a professional touch to my audiobook library.
Sun Washer
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German Coach
I love the auto-rewind feature after interruptions. No more searching for where I left off! The ability to adjust the tone of the narrator's voice is a creative touch that adds depth to my listening. The audio filters make a noticeable difference. ListenBook provides an excellent listening experience.
Guncap Slingbad
Listening to books in their original language has improved my foreign language skills. ListenBook's audiobook player is a true workhorse – chapters, controls, and filters are all seamlessly integrated.
True Sweetness
I've become a loyal fan of audiobooks, and this app is the reason why! ListenBook is a must-have for any audiobook enthusiast. It's reliable, efficient, and a pleasure to use.
Patton Digger
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is a social audiophile's dream. I'm amazed at how effortlessly this app has made reading a constant in my life. 🔥 Adding a spark of excitement to my daily routine – this app is my secret weapon! ✨📖 Thanks to ListenBook, downloading audiobooks is a hassle-free process, regardless of the source. Supports artwork and metadata perfectly. My library looks great!
Sun Runner
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VenusLion
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Phoenix Sparrow
Who needs traditional books when you have this app? It's a game-changer. Looping playback is a brilliant study tool. Thanks to ListenBook, my learning has improved! Adjusting the tone of the voice is a creative feature. It allows for a unique and personalized experience. The seamless integration with CarPlay adds convenience and entertainment during my daily commutes.
Ice
ListenBook's features make it the ultimate audio companion for any audiobook enthusiast. I can't get enough of this app – it's a true game-changer for book lovers. ListenBook’s bookmarking feature is incredibly useful. I never lose my place in a book.
Polar Bee
Audiobooks have made long flights feel like a breeze – a true travel essential. The ease of downloading content via WiFi, WebDAV, and more has made ListenBook my audiobook hub. This app has made me realize that there's always time for a good book. The book groups feature is a thoughtful addition. It helps me keep my series and related titles together. ListenBook is the ultimate audiobook player. The app supports all formats, and the import process is seamless. I love the playback history feature—it’s so easy to revisit my favorite parts. Highly recommend this app!
Congo Wire
ListenBook's support for a variety of download methods means I can access my content in the way that suits me best. This app has brought the magic of books back into my life.
Ember Master
I love that I can enjoy audiobooks while cooking elaborate meals in the kitchen. I can now explore books beyond my preferred genre, broadening my reading horizons. 🎧 Satiate your reading cravings while managing household affairs – this app has it all! 📚💼 I'm amazed by the extensive statistics tracking. It's fascinating to see my listening habits. The audio quality is superb. ListenBook enhances my audiobook experience.
Mr. Fabulous
I've become the storyteller of my family, sharing the amazing audiobooks I've discovered. ⭐️ Who knew cleaning could be this exciting? This app turns chores into adventures! 🧹🏰 💪 Juggling tasks while enjoying stories has never been easier – this app's functionality is a multitasking marvel. 💼📖 Automated artwork and metadata retrieval make my audiobook library look organized and polished. Highly engaging! The combination of a well-written story and skilled narration made this audiobook hard to pause. I finished it much faster than I expected because I just couldn’t stop listening.
Y0dler
This app is a must-have for anyone who loves audiobooks. The interface is intuitive, and the app supports all formats. I love the auto-bookmark feature—it saves my place automatically, so I never lose track. Highly recommend! This audiobook spoiled me for others! The narrator's professional delivery set a high bar - perfect diction, ideal pacing, and emotional authenticity. The recording quality was equally impressive with no distracting artifacts. I finished it far too quickly because I couldn't stop listening.
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