App of the Week: getAbstract

getAbstract transforms thousands of non-fiction books into 10-minute audio and text summaries, helping you learn faster. You can instantly absorb key insights from world-class authors, curate personalized reading lists for your personal growth goals, and stream expert knowledge on the go.

Imagine having a team of researchers reading the world’s best books and handing you the golden nuggets. That’s getAbstract. Backed by two decades of editorial excellence, their experts meticulously read, filter, and summarize thousands of non-fiction titles, placing them into focused channels designed for fast learning. Master leadership, understand AI, or improve your habits on your own terms. Get full access with a premium subscription, and test the waters first with a free 3-day trial.

Start by picking the topics tailored to your exact interests. Once you choose your focus - whether it’s leadership or science, you can jump straight into expert-curated lists packed with impactful ideas. Save your favorite summaries to your personal library, and listen to them entirely offline anywhere you go. Plus, because your progress automatically syncs across devices, you can start a summary on your phone during your morning commute and finish it seamlessly on your tablet later.