# Bookwaves: Book Summaries — Microlearning & Self Growth > Microlearning app for personal growth with book and audio summaries. (iPhone/iPad app by DR PANDA PTE. LTD..) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bookwaves-book-summaries/id1673008863 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [DR PANDA PTE. LTD.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1673008865) - Category: Education, Books - Price: Free with in-app purchases - Rating: 4.20/5 from 158 App Store ratings · 11 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 12+ - Requires: iOS 11.0 · 345 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2023-03-02 - Data updated: 2026-06-10 - Monetization: freemium - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bookwaves-book-summaries/id1673008863/reviews.md ## What is Bookwaves? Welcome to Bookwaves - The ultimate personal growth catalyst allowing you to delve into ideas through reading and listening, regardless of time or place. Perfectly tailored for those with time constraints, Bookwaves offers quick bites of wisdom from a vast library of 5000+ books paired with enlightening TED-style audio summaries. Are packed schedules becoming a barrier to self-improvement? Let Bookwaves be your solution. Experience the power of self-growth in just 15 minutes per day and become part of a community exploring transformative ideas from books, TED talks, and Audible audiobooks. Witness the blossoming of your cognitive skills as you navigate your way through the Bookwaves experience. Improved memory, accelerated reading speed, enhanced language expression, boosted mental health, and soaring self-confidence - a perfect recipe for personal growth. Bookwaves Features: 1. A vast library of 5000+ books for instant access free from time limitations 2. Tailored audio summaries for each book by experts 3. A diverse selection of 20+ genres from Career & Success, Health & Nutrition, Literature & Fiction 4. Personalized book recommendations custom fitting your growth path 5. A relaxed reading ambiance with Dark Mode 6. Font size adjustments and a diverse selection of pronunciation styles Multi-speed playback for your TED and Audible-style audiobooksStart your journey now with a 7-day free trial! Choose from free access to a daily book or go Premium for unrestricted access to the entire library. Subscriptions renew automatically, unless canceled, with the ability to enjoy books and growth insights till the end of the billing period upon cancellation. User Agreement: https://www.drpandapte.com/#/user-agreement Privacy Policies: https://www.drpandapte.com/#/privacy At Bookwaves, we value your experience and are continually aiming to improve it. Share your ideas and thoughts with us at support@makewaves.com. Begin your self-growth journey now, with the best of TED and Audible. Download Bookwaves today! ## Key features - 5000+ book library - Expert audio summaries - 20+ genres - Personalized recommendations - Dark Mode - Multi-speed playback ## Pricing and in-app purchases Base price: Free. **Subscriptions** | Subscription | Price | Period | | --- | --- | --- | | bookwaves.yearly.vip | $59.99 | per year | | Bookwavs.monthly.vip | $9.99 | per month | | yeardiscount | $29.99 | per year | | Bookwaves monthly vip | $12.99 | per month | ## Recent user reviews (10 of 11) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bookwaves-book-summaries/id1673008863/reviews.md ### 2/5 — It’s okay *2023-10-29* So many apps that do book summaries… this app doesn’t excel any anything in particular. But with that said, they are asking a reasonable price (with the promo). I have several other favorites, and this one won’t be joining that list. Some constructive criticism: needs dark mode, also needs to suggest other similar books to the one you are looking at. **Developer response:** thank you for your support. We will add the two features you mentioned in subsequent versions. The current product provides a dark mode in the reading interface, and we will provide a dark mode for the entire product in the future. We will soon launch a coach feature to help users choose books and track growth. Welcome to experience it in the future! If you have other interesting features, please let us know by email support@wavesmake.com! ### 5/5 — Good *2023-10-23* Great ### 2/5 — The service *2023-10-12* I am glad this service is available to listen to a book in ten minutes. Although it quicker than reading it is not giving you the full summary of the books l have read. I think you need more time to summarize them. **Developer response:** thank you for your support. Bookwaves is mainly designed to extract the core value points of the book, save users time in preliminary screening, and help users decide whether they need to spend more time reading this book. We have always felt that good books require reading the original. No matter how good the summary is, it cannot replace the original. ### 1/5 — I canceled my subscription and they still charged me . *2023-06-28* Canceled my subscription and they still charged me. ### 2/5 — Decent *2023-06-27* Thought it would be better. The voices are robotic and it’s just summaries of books and not full e-books. Disappointing. ### 1/5 — Useless app, worst $99 spent. *2023-06-14, version 1.7.2* Do not recommend this app. ### 1/5 — Abysmal communication /impossible to cancel subscription before being billed *2023-05-31, version 1.7.0* Could not get a straight answer from anyone associated with this app about cancelling my subscription before the end of the 7 day trial period and avoiding an automatic payment of $99 from my account A great ploy to make $99 from trial users ### 1/5 — Not what I expected… *2023-05-30* Not what I was searching for… ### 4/5 — Expensive but really great. *2023-05-21* It’s a great app. Pretty expensive though. ### 1/5 — Hate to be tricked *2023-05-17* Read all the books you like. But but but but only for six days. Then it’s $ 80.00. Five seconds into it. I am deleting it. Goodbye. ## Frequently asked questions about Bookwaves ### What is Bookwaves? Bookwaves is a personal growth app that provides access to thousands of book summaries and TED-style audio insights. It's designed for individuals with busy schedules who want to learn and grow through reading and listening, offering quick bites of wisdom. ### What are the key features of Bookwaves? Key features include a vast library of over 5000 books, tailored audio summaries by experts, a diverse selection of over 20 genres, personalized book recommendations, a Dark Mode for reading ambiance, adjustable font sizes, and multi-speed playback for audio content. ### How much does Bookwaves cost? The app offers free access to a daily book. For unrestricted access to the entire library, users can opt for a Premium subscription. A 7-day free trial is available to start. Subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled. ### What kind of content can I find on Bookwaves? You can find summaries and audio insights from over 5000 books across more than 20 genres, including Career & Success, Health & Nutrition, and Literature & Fiction. The app also incorporates content similar to TED talks and Audible audiobooks. ### Who is Bookwaves for? Bookwaves is ideal for anyone looking to enhance their personal growth and cognitive skills but struggles with finding the time to read full books. It's perfect for busy professionals, students, or anyone interested in self-improvement through accessible learning. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 1.9.2 — 2024-07-02 Update Log: 1. Brand New Tutorial Page • We recommend books that better suit your goals 2. Several User Experience Enhancements Our team is constantly working hard to make your experience more enjoyable and convenient. Download the latest version now to enjoy these new features and improvements! ### 1.9.1 — 2024-06-07 Some known problems in optimization ### 1.9.0 — 2024-04-11 - Fix bug. - Improve user experience. ### 1.8.4 — 2023-11-09 What's New in Version 1.8.4: Introducing My Coach! My Coach: Your Personalized Book Finder Tailored Recommendations: Discover books that match your taste with ease. Interactive & Intuitive: Share your reading preferences and goals for a unique experience. Smart & Adaptive: The more you use it, the better the recommendations! ### 1.8.3 — 2023-10-27 Hey there, amazing users! 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User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-06-10.*