Book description
FINALIST FOR THE NAACP IMAGE AWARD - A relentlessly optimistic memoir by one of the most influential Black business leaders in America today, offering hope and practical guidance for navigating life's most difficult challenges"Do you want to be lifted up? You have come to the right place."--Hoda Kotb Cynt Marshall has spent her entire life beating personal and professional odds while also helping everyone she meets see how they are uniquely equipped to thrive. Through it all, this self-described "people person" never stopped reaching out and built a reputation as an inspiring motivator and mentor in business and beyond. Marshall grew up in a northern California housing project with a violent father who once broke her nose, but also with a strong, devoted mother who kept her family fed and focused, reminding them, "It's not where you live, but how you live." Heeding her mother's advice, Marshall excelled first at school and then in her professional life, overcoming overt and subtle racism to become, at forty, one of the first Black woman officers at AT&T, while also navigating both grief and joy as she started a family of her own. All that life experience prepared Marshall for the day when, at fifty-one, she was diagnosed with stage 3 colon cancer, just one lymph node from stage 4. Overnight, her life changed, but her commitment to serve others did not. You've Been Chosen offers what Marshall calls "the good, the great, the bad, and the ugly parts" of her journey through both cancer and everything that led up to it. Along the way, she tackles the tough questions we all face: What will I do with what I have been given? How will I respond to challenges with both grace and grit? Where will this new path take me if I keep moving? And how can I offer something good back to the world as a result? Cynt Marshall's deep faith and positivity will inspire and motivate you, and her story will help you see how all your experiences, even the hardest moments, can work together for something good, bringing you to positive places you'd have never experienced otherwise. She shows you how to find your own "voice of power" and encourages you to remember--and believe--that you, too, have been equipped to walk your unique path with purpose. That you, too, have been chosen.
Seattle Jay
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Spooky Yellowjacket
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Bad Bond
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Evil Smith
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Star Jammer
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SWAT Honey
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Lady Petal
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Gr8 Flick
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Fist Wizard
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CuriousCraft
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Wrangler Jim
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Redneck Giorgio
The 'Explore' feature has introduced me to authors I might never have discovered otherwise. This app isn't just a tool, it's a wellspring of inspiration and positive vibes. ListenBook Pro takes things up a notch with unlimited audiobook length. It's a game-changer!
CuriousCraft
I'm absolutely in love with this app! It's like a library of stories in my pocket. With this app, audiobook listening has become a convenient and enjoyable part of my everyday life. ListenBook's player features, including chapters and bookmarks, are invaluable for a seamless experience. Supports all my playlists and bookmarks perfectly. Very convenient. A perfectly acceptable audiobook that fulfilled its purpose. The narration was competent if not particularly memorable, and the production quality was standard for the genre. It served as decent background entertainment during mundane tasks.
Tea Kettle
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Lady Pomegranate
I'm amazed at how this app has made reading fit into every aspect of my life. The interface is sleek and user-friendly. Makes navigating through chapters a breeze.
Bambi Wings
I love that I can switch between devices seamlessly and continue where I left off. This app's seamless integration with CarPlay and other devices has revolutionized my audiobook experience. β° Maximizing my time with efficient features β this app's functionality lets me dive into stories even in the busiest moments. πβ³ The app is so user-friendly. Even my grandma can use it!
DollFaceKillah
I appreciate the minimal ads β it's all about uninterrupted enjoyment. Kudos to the developers! The narrators on this app are truly talented β they bring characters to life. Book groups are a thoughtful addition. I can group related titles for easy access.
Murder Cherry
I've become a more empathetic listener thanks to the emotional depth of audiobooks. ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch integration ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks wherever I go.
K-9
I'm enjoying books I never thought I'd be interested in β all thanks to this app. This app's ease of use has made reading a seamless part of my daily routine. Looping playback is a fantastic study tool. It helps me focus and retain information effectively. Tone adjustment adds a new layer of personalization to my audiobook experience. It's like having the narrator tailor the voice to my preferences. Not bad, but not amazing either. The narratorβs voice was pleasant, though some parts felt a bit rushed. The story had its moments, but I wouldnβt necessarily recommend it over similar titles in the genre.
Eerie
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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