All You'll Never Be

Because of Who You Are

By: E. L. Neve

Narrated by: E. L. Neve

2024 Readers' Favorite Award Winner

Is this book right for you? On the surface it's a short musical book that explores 5 philosophical thoughts. Imagine, then, that this is a painting hanging in a gallery, one you have seen before, and you are about to spend 20 minutes looking at in a new way.

The visual arts teach us to look for the image behind the image—not the tree without leaves—but the cutout left after the foreground is removed. I think that life’s key secrets are hidden from our minds in this way. All You'll Never Be: Because of Who You Are looks at reality through this reversed perspective, seeking to understand the backgrounds that often shadow our lives.

For the Audible edition, I wrote short musical melodies. For the Kindle and print editions, I created illustrations on every page. Both the songs and pictures aim to remind us of the "vital importance of being" light-hearted when we are most "earnest". (I'm borrowing from one of my favorite writers, Oscar Wilde, as you have guessed, I'm sure.)

I hope you choose to look at your reflection anew. It is a vital question relevant to every human: Am I seeing a transposed image when I contemplate my myself in the mirror of my aspirations and dreams?

Thank you for reading and listening,

E. L. Neve

©2023 Tal Boldo (P)2023 Tal Boldo

Insight Into Living a Better Life

This book encourages listeners to accept who they are and who they are becoming without regard to the rest of society. I appreciate how the author not only makes suggestions, but also gives examples in everyday life that can connect to those theories. Many times instruction is given without any practical application. This is not the case in this book. The author offers advice but does not force ideas or life alterations. It is clear that the author cares about the readers and only desires to help their lives improve.

The author shows insight into life and helps the listeners understand they are unaware of much of what is happening around them and should open their eyes and minds to observation and acceptance.

Great audiobook

The audiobook "All You'll Never Be" on Audible by E. L. Neve is a remarkable and unparalleled experience that surpasses traditional audio storytelling. I was extremely insightful, providing potential readers with a clear understanding of how to reflect on themselves, recognize their true identity, and ultimately, value their own unique qualities and characteristics. Through concise and straightforward language, the book guides readers in self-discovery and promotes self-appreciation. It serves as a powerful tool for personal growth and development.


With eloquent narration, carefully chosen music, and powerful words, it took me on a deeply impactful and immersive journey. It prompted me to reflect and explore my inner self, embracing my aspirations and ambitions. The comparison between the grasshopper and flower, made by the narrator, deeply resonated with me and highlighted the uniqueness of human consciousness. This Audible experience served as a catalyst for personal development, motivating me to strive for excellence with a light-hearted attitude. It is a truly enriching and inspiring experience, with no negative aspects to detract from its quality. I give it a high rating and recommend it to anyone looking for a thought-provoking and uplifting listening experience. It is a valuable addition to any library and a testament to the power of technology in enhancing storytelling. The production quality and attention to detail make it a standout in the world of audiobooks. It is a must-listen for those seeking to expand their minds and hearts through the power of words and sound.
Overall, this book has provided me with an abundance of valuable information and insights, despite the fact that I had to read it twice to fully absorb its message. The profound and meaningful message within will stay with me and guide me as I continue on my journey. I am grateful to have encountered this book and will carry its teachings with me for the rest of my life.

Life Lessons to take with you

Very important and detailed life lesson that you will use for Life. Short but sweet. And the background music made me relax and really listen. I would recommended 5 stars. Great short read Author.

All You'll Never Be

E L Neve came to America from Ireland and brought all her father's books over. She has a love for reading them and writing her own melodies about what is already known in life but hadn't been expressed. A light hearted audible version.

Loved it

It was really a very intriguing thing to listen to. It really made me stop and think. Something that will raise your spirits if you're going through a bout of depression for sure. It'll make you feel good about yourself.

“Dedicate yourself to be the best within you”. I felt like that really spoke to me and its something I should try to repeat to myself often.

Extraordinary Experience

"All You'll Never Be" on Audible is an extraordinary experience that transcends typical audio storytelling. Eloquent words, soothing narration, and carefully crafted music create a profoundly impactful and immersive journey. I was inspired to introspect and self-discover, embracing my aspirations and dreams. The narrator's comparison between the grasshopper and flower resonated deeply, highlighting humanity's unique consciousness. This Audible experience became a catalyst for personal growth, encouraging me to strive for greatness with a light-hearted spirit. No negative aspects detract from its quality - a truly enriching and inspiring experience. Rating: 5/5.

A Fun Musical Journey of Self-Discovery

E.L. Neve put a lot of thought and intention into this book. With the use of metaphors and images of nature, Neve explores how we humans think of ourselves and offers different perspectives we can explore in order to simplify our lives. The main messages of the book are philosophical and encouraging. I especially enjoyed the musical interludes, as it complemented the author’s message perfectly.

Beautiful Poetry and Music

I absolutely loved this book. The music is calming and works wonderfully for transitioning to the next section. The story is in poetry format. The author soothingly calms the reader into a state of peace while reflecting on all of life's possibilities as well as the beauty found in ones life as a result.

Become the You That You Are Meant to Be

I love that the chapters here are short because you can listen to them when you're on the go or even if you only have a few minutes at a time. You can listen to a single chapter and then come back to it later without feeling like you're stopping in the middle of something.

As for the content, you're going to love it. You learn about yourself and why you can become the type of person that you're meant to be. This book doesn't tell you how to become someone new and changing everything about yourself. Rather, it's about embracing the person in the mirror and loving yourself.

thought provoking and strong core message

The core message within the book is beautiful. You can feel the author's emotional connection to her words. I did find some of the more philosophical references hard to follow. I felt as though my mind had drifted off, wandering off into other thoughts. I would have to pause, go back, and re listen to parts. I do feel this is my personal preference and not everyone would find this to be true. Her music on the audiobook flowed beautifully with Her words. It was a great addition. The portion of thought two grabbed me most. The bit of the grasshopper reflecting and losing his ability to find joy in hopping because he can now be envious of others with so poignant and relevant to our world today. I received so many great things from this book, even though I had to listen to It twice. The message is so important and beautiful. I will take it with me and carry it from here on out.