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This collection, born of obvious passion and graced with superb writing, is a welcome even necessary addition to the glutted holiday bookshelves. -- Publishers Weekly (starred review)Though Christians the world over make yearly preparations for Lent, there's a conspicuous lack of good books for that other great spiritual season: Advent. All the same, this four-week period leading up to Christmas is making a comeback as growing numbers reject shopping-mall frenzy and examine the deeper meaning of the season.Ecumenical in scope, these fifty devotions invite the reader to contemplate the great themes of Christmas and the significance that the coming of Jesus has for each of us - not only during Advent, but every day. Whether dipped into at leisure or used on a daily basis, Watch for the Light gives the phrase "holiday preparations" new depth and meaning.Includes contributions by these and other writers: C. S. Lewis, Madeleine L'Engle, Thomas Merton, and Philip Yancey Dorothy Day, Henri Nouwen, Dietrich Bonhoeffer, Oscar Romero, and Edith Stein Martin Luther, Meister Eckhart, Eberhard Arnold, and Christoph Friedrich Blumhardt T. S. Eliot, John Donne, and Sylvia Plath Karl Barth, Will Willimon, Jรผuuml;rgen Moltmann, and J. B. Phillips Kathleen Norris, Brennan Manning, and Evelyn Underhill Annie Dillard, St. Thomas Aquinas, and Gerard Manley Hopkins Romano Guardini, St. John Chrysostom, and Giovanni Papini Jane Kenyon, Friedrich Wilhelm Foerster, Isaac Penington, and Alfred Delp
Betty Cricket
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MeeP
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InsightInkwell
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Miss Lucky
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Sweet Bacon
ListenBook's sleek design and easy chapter access make navigation a breeze. ListenBook's loop and shuffle playback features have become indispensable tools in my audiobook learning. Noise reduction and tone changing are awesome features.
Eight Patrol
ListenBook's basic audio filters allow me to fine-tune the audio playback to suit my preferences. With ListenBook, I can enjoy my audiobooks with enhanced sound quality and personalized settings. ๐ผ Boosting productivity at work with an audiobook in the background โ love it! ๐ป๐ง Simplifying audiobook adventures โ this app's ease of use is a delight. My audiobook collection has never been more organized. Library management is a breeze.
Thumb Candy
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Take Away
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Noisy Girl
Thanks to ListenBook, I'm now exploring different genres and formats I never thought I would. I'm hooked on ListenBook's silky-smooth playback, making my audio sessions truly enjoyable. Adjusting the tone of the voice adds a unique touch to my listening experience. I love the personalization!
Tokyo Dream
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Contrary Mary
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Truth
This app has transformed my screen time into valuable learning and entertainment. Audiobooks on this app have transformed my daily routines into engaging experiences. The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening time.
Spider Fuji
The ability to highlight passages and take notes while listening is a fantastic feature. ListenBook has elevated my learning experience. I'm retaining more information than ever.
Racy Babe
ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch has made my listening experience even more seamless. ListenBook's versatility and user-friendly interface make it a must-have for audiobook lovers. ๐ผ Boosting productivity at work with an audiobook in the background โ love it! ๐ป๐ง ๐ถโโ๏ธ๐ Walking my way through exciting narratives โ this app makes exercise more fun! ๐๏ธ๐ง
Wild Hair
ListenBook's user-friendly interface and intuitive controls make it a joy to navigate through my audiobooks. Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro is a fun and unique feature I can't get enough of. The book groups feature is a thoughtful addition. It helps me keep my series and related titles together.
Electric Saturn
ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch makes it a versatile companion for my daily activities. ListenBook has transformed my mundane activities into enjoyable moments of learning and entertainment. I love the quick access to settings. It makes tweaking the app so easy.
Juno Cream
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook is a fun feature that adds a unique touch to my audiobook experience. This app has brought back the joy of reading, no matter how busy I am. ๐ถโโ๏ธ๐ Staying entertained during leisurely walks โ audiobooks make outdoor time delightful! ๐ถโโ๏ธ๐ง No more limits on the genres I can explore! This app's versatility in downloading and organizing audiobooks ensures I always have a captivating tale at my fingertips. ๐๐ฑ ListenBookโs audio filters are great. The app provides a high-quality listening experience.
Noisy Girl
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Flint
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Chuckles
With ListenBook, I can now listen to my favorite audiobooks and speeches with the utmost comfort and convenience. Bookmarking on ListenBook makes it easy to pick up where I left off โ no more searching for my spot! The range of audio formats supported is incredible. No need to worry about file conversion. Not bad, but not amazing either. The narratorโs voice was pleasant, though some parts felt a bit rushed. The story had its moments, but I wouldnโt necessarily recommend it over similar titles in the genre.
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