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Essayism

On Form, Feeling, and Nonfiction

by Brian Dillon ...

A compelling ode to the essay form and the great essaysists themselves, from Montaigne to Woolf to Sontag.Essayism is a book about essays and essayists, a study of melancholy and depression, a love letter to belle-lettrists, and an account of the indispensable lifelines of reading and writing. Brian Dillon’s style incorporates diverse features of the essay. By turns agglomerative, associative, ... Read more

$9.99 USD

A compelling ode to the essay form and the great essaysists themselves, from Montaigne to Woolf to Sontag.Essayism is a book about essays and essayists, a study of melancholy and depression, a love letter to belle-lettrists, and an account of the indispensable lifelines of reading and writing. Brian Dillon’s style incorporates diverse features of the essay. By turns agglomerative, associative,
... Read more
Us History: From Colonial America To The New Century. Presidents Of The United States, Maps, Constitutional Documents And More (Mobi History)

by MobileReference ...

This guide is based on the College Entrance Examination Board test in Advanced Placement United States History. The guide covers what most U.S. history students study in high school and college. Audience Intended for everyone interested in U.S. History, particularly high school and college students.FEATURES:-Fully illustrated. -Navigate from Table of Contents or search for words or phrases. -Add ... Read more

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This guide is based on the College Entrance Examination Board test in Advanced Placement United States History. The guide covers what most U.S. history students study in high school and college. Audience Intended for everyone interested in U.S. History, particularly high school and college students.FEATURES:-Fully illustrated. -Navigate from Table of Contents or search for words or phrases. -Add
... Read more
Indie Author Magazine Featuring Theodora Taylor: PerfectIT Editing Software, AI Editing with Sudowrite, Universal Fantasy

Indie Author Magazine, #28

by Chelle Honiker, Alice Briggs ...

Series Book 28 - Indie Author Magazine
Dive into the world of editing and perfect your craft with this month's issue of Indie Author Magazine. In an industry constantly evolving, we bring you the tools and strategies to help enhance your work and reach your readers more effectively.Immerse yourself in these key articles:✓ Corner the Market: Amazon Attribution Links Remove the Guesswork from Your Ad Campaign by Steve Higgs✓ Ready for ... Read more

$3.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Dive into the world of editing and perfect your craft with this month's issue of Indie Author Magazine. In an industry constantly evolving, we bring you the tools and strategies to help enhance your work and reach your readers more effectively.Immerse yourself in these key articles:✓ Corner the Market: Amazon Attribution Links Remove the Guesswork from Your Ad Campaign by Steve Higgs✓ Ready for
... Read more
Sixty Million Frenchmen Can't be Wrong

by Jean-Benoit Nadeau ...

The French drink, smoke and eat more fat than anyone in the world, yet they live longer and have fewer heart problems than the English and the Americans. They work 35-hour weeks and take seven weeks' paid holiday each year, yet they are the world's fourth-biggest economic power.So how do they do it? From a distance modern France looks like a riddle. It is both rigidly authoritarian, yet incredibly ... Read more

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The French drink, smoke and eat more fat than anyone in the world, yet they live longer and have fewer heart problems than the English and the Americans. They work 35-hour weeks and take seven weeks' paid holiday each year, yet they are the world's fourth-biggest economic power.So how do they do it? From a distance modern France looks like a riddle. It is both rigidly authoritarian, yet incredibly
... Read more
Short Stories in French for Beginners

Read for pleasure at your level, expand your vocabulary and learn French the fun way!

by Olly Richards, Richard Simcott ...

Series series Readers
"I love Olly's work - and you will too!" - Barbara Oakley, PhD, Author of New York Times bestseller A Mind for NumbersShort Stories in French for Beginners has been written especially for beginner to intermediate level language learners, designed to give a sense of achievement, and most importantly - enjoyment! Mapped to A2-B1 on the Common European Framework of Reference, these eight stories will ... Read more

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"I love Olly's work - and you will too!" - Barbara Oakley, PhD, Author of New York Times bestseller A Mind for NumbersShort Stories in French for Beginners has been written especially for beginner to intermediate level language learners, designed to give a sense of achievement, and most importantly - enjoyment! Mapped to A2-B1 on the Common European Framework of Reference, these eight stories will
... Read more
Tips on WRITING DIALOGUE

by Julie Hyzy ...

This short, ten-page, article derived from bestselling author Julie Hyzy's popular presentation on writing dialogue, is available now. New and seasoned authors have paid up to $50 to hear Julie's tips on how to make your character's conversations zing. If you're interested in crafting dialogue that is both realistic and snappy, don't pass this up.Better cover coming soon! ... Read more

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This short, ten-page, article derived from bestselling author Julie Hyzy's popular presentation on writing dialogue, is available now. New and seasoned authors have paid up to $50 to hear Julie's tips on how to make your character's conversations zing. If you're interested in crafting dialogue that is both realistic and snappy, don't pass this up.Better cover coming soon!
... Read more
John W. Barriger III

Railroad Legend

by H. Roger Grant ...

Series series Railroads Past and Present
"Readers will find in his biography an extraordinary tale of the travails of twentieth-century railroading through the career of this one man." — The Annals of IowaAfter graduating from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, John W. Barriger III (1899–1976) started his career on the Pennsylvania Railroad as a rodman, shop hand, and then assistant yardmaster. His enthusiasm, tenacity, and ... Read more

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"Readers will find in his biography an extraordinary tale of the travails of twentieth-century railroading through the career of this one man." — The Annals of IowaAfter graduating from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, John W. Barriger III (1899–1976) started his career on the Pennsylvania Railroad as a rodman, shop hand, and then assistant yardmaster. His enthusiasm, tenacity, and
... Read more
Rituals for Virtual Meetings

Creative Ways to Engage People and Strengthen Relationships

by Kursat Ozenc, Glenn Fajardo ...

Do your virtual meetings feel like a drag? Learn how to use rituals to build trust, increase engagement, and spark creativity.We rely on virtual meetings now more than ever. However, they can often feel awkward, monotonous, and frustrating. If you’re not thrilled with your virtual meetings, rituals can help your group break through to better results by providing structures that unlock freedom. ... Read more

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Do your virtual meetings feel like a drag? Learn how to use rituals to build trust, increase engagement, and spark creativity.We rely on virtual meetings now more than ever. However, they can often feel awkward, monotonous, and frustrating. If you’re not thrilled with your virtual meetings, rituals can help your group break through to better results by providing structures that unlock freedom.
... Read more
From the Cradle to The Grave

Chronicles of a Criminalized Class

by Gerald Prince Miller ...

On a quiet day in Queens in 1973, the life of a ten-year-old African American child was violently cut short by a New York City police officer. That single tragedy became a turning point in the life of a young boy growing up on the same streets-Gerald "Prince" Miller-propelling him from childhood into a world marked by confusion, defiance, and a deep mistrust of authority.In From the Cradle to the ... Read more

$14.29 USD

On a quiet day in Queens in 1973, the life of a ten-year-old African American child was violently cut short by a New York City police officer. That single tragedy became a turning point in the life of a young boy growing up on the same streets-Gerald "Prince" Miller-propelling him from childhood into a world marked by confusion, defiance, and a deep mistrust of authority.In From the Cradle to the
... Read more
The One English Grammar Handbook: Part 1 - A1 to B1

by Daniel B. Smith ...

The main objective of The One English Grammar Handbook: Part 1 - A1 to B1 is to provide you a valuable tool for enhancing your English Grammar.This book contains all the necessary theory to take you from A1 English level to B1, clearly explained and with examples included. Furthermore, each chapter has unique exercises which are organized based on topic and difficulty: A1, A2 and B1. Obviously, at ... Read more

$6.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

The main objective of The One English Grammar Handbook: Part 1 - A1 to B1 is to provide you a valuable tool for enhancing your English Grammar.This book contains all the necessary theory to take you from A1 English level to B1, clearly explained and with examples included. Furthermore, each chapter has unique exercises which are organized based on topic and difficulty: A1, A2 and B1. Obviously, at
... Read more
Girl Time

Literacy, Justice, and the School-to-Prison Pipeline

by Maisha T. Winn ...

This original account is based on the author’s experiences with incarcerated girls participating in Girl Time, a program created by a theatre company that conducts playwriting and performance workshops in youth detention centers. In addition to examining the lives of these and other formerly incarcerated girls, Girl Time shares the stories of educators who dare to teach children who have been ... Read more

$27.89 USD

This original account is based on the author’s experiences with incarcerated girls participating in Girl Time, a program created by a theatre company that conducts playwriting and performance workshops in youth detention centers. In addition to examining the lives of these and other formerly incarcerated girls, Girl Time shares the stories of educators who dare to teach children who have been
... Read more
The Crucible SparkNotes Literature Guide

by SparkNotes, Arthur Miller ...

Series series SparkNotes Literature Guide Series
The Crucible SparkNotes Literature Guide by Arthur MillerMaking the reading experience fun!When a paper is due, and dreaded exams loom, here's the lit-crit help students need to succeed! SparkNotes Literature Guides make studying smarter, better, and faster. They provide chapter-by-chapter analysis; explanations of key themes, motifs, and symbols; a review quiz; and essay topics. Lively and ... Read more

$4.99 USD

The Crucible SparkNotes Literature Guide by Arthur MillerMaking the reading experience fun!When a paper is due, and dreaded exams loom, here's the lit-crit help students need to succeed! SparkNotes Literature Guides make studying smarter, better, and faster. They provide chapter-by-chapter analysis; explanations of key themes, motifs, and symbols; a review quiz; and essay topics. Lively and
... Read more
The President and Immigration Law

by Adam B. Cox, Cristina M. Rodríguez ...

Who controls American immigration policy? The biggest immigration controversies of the last decade have all involved policies produced by the President — policies such as President Obama's decision to protect Dreamers from deportation and President Trump's proclamation banning immigrants from several majority-Muslim nations. While critics of these policies have been separated by a vast ideological ... Read more

$18.99 USD

Who controls American immigration policy? The biggest immigration controversies of the last decade have all involved policies produced by the President — policies such as President Obama's decision to protect Dreamers from deportation and President Trump's proclamation banning immigrants from several majority-Muslim nations. While critics of these policies have been separated by a vast ideological
... Read more
The Sacred Art of Teaching

The Delpit/Emdin Conversations

by Lisa Delpit, Christopher Emdin ...

An unprecedented, no-holds-barred set of dialogues about race and education from two of the country’s best-known educatorsIn this powerful and deeply personal volume, two luminary educators, generations apart but united by a shared commitment to transformative education, compare notes for the first time. An early recipient of a MacArthur “genius” Award, Lisa Delpit gave us the classic Other People ... Read more

$20.19 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

An unprecedented, no-holds-barred set of dialogues about race and education from two of the country’s best-known educatorsIn this powerful and deeply personal volume, two luminary educators, generations apart but united by a shared commitment to transformative education, compare notes for the first time. An early recipient of a MacArthur “genius” Award, Lisa Delpit gave us the classic Other People
... Read more
An Advanced English Grammar with Exercises: Navigating the Nuances of Language

by Farley and Kittredge ...

An Advanced English Grammar with Exercises by Farley and Kittredge: Master the nuances of the English language with "An Advanced English Grammar with Exercises" by Farley and Kittredge. This comprehensive grammar guide is designed to deepen your understanding of English syntax and usage through a series of engaging exercises.Why This Book?Farley and Kittredge's "An Advanced English Grammar with ... Read more

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An Advanced English Grammar with Exercises by Farley and Kittredge: Master the nuances of the English language with "An Advanced English Grammar with Exercises" by Farley and Kittredge. This comprehensive grammar guide is designed to deepen your understanding of English syntax and usage through a series of engaging exercises.Why This Book?Farley and Kittredge's "An Advanced English Grammar with
... Read more
The Arena: One Woman's Story

by Carol Chumney ...

NEW BOOK EXPOSES GLASS CEILING FOR WOMEN POLITICIANS AND ELECTION SECURITY VULNERABILITIESMemphis, TN—October 14, 2021—A new book from a Memphis female politician explores why women are still not proportionally represented in the U.S. Congress, state legislatures, statewide executive, and mayor positions in the United States. There has never been a female president of the USA.In 1920, American ... Read more

$9.99 USD

NEW BOOK EXPOSES GLASS CEILING FOR WOMEN POLITICIANS AND ELECTION SECURITY VULNERABILITIESMemphis, TN—October 14, 2021—A new book from a Memphis female politician explores why women are still not proportionally represented in the U.S. Congress, state legislatures, statewide executive, and mayor positions in the United States. There has never been a female president of the USA.In 1920, American
... Read more
How to Craft a Killer Cozy Mystery

Writer Productivity Series, #1

by Andrea Johnson ...

Series Book 1 - Writer Productivity Series
Crafting a killer cozy can be perilous. Fans of the subgenre expect authors to forego explicit gore and violence while at the same time creating a mind-boggling murder mystery with pulse-pounding tension and a twisty plot. But how is a writer supposed to satisfy such disparate demands?How to Craft a Killer Cozy Mystery tackles this exact problem by providing an actionable roadmap for starting (and ... Read more

$3.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Crafting a killer cozy can be perilous. Fans of the subgenre expect authors to forego explicit gore and violence while at the same time creating a mind-boggling murder mystery with pulse-pounding tension and a twisty plot. But how is a writer supposed to satisfy such disparate demands?How to Craft a Killer Cozy Mystery tackles this exact problem by providing an actionable roadmap for starting (and
... Read more
The World Trade Organization

A Very Short Introduction

by Amrita Narlikar ...

Series series Very Short Introductions
The World Trade Organization (WTO) is scarcely ten years old, but even in these early years of its existence it has generated debate, controversy and even outrage. Rulings on beef hormones and tuna-dolphin cases provide graphic examples of how the organization regulates and intrudes into areas of individual consumer choice, ethical preferences, and cultural habits. This deep and far-ranging impact ... Read more

$7.99 USD

The World Trade Organization (WTO) is scarcely ten years old, but even in these early years of its existence it has generated debate, controversy and even outrage. Rulings on beef hormones and tuna-dolphin cases provide graphic examples of how the organization regulates and intrudes into areas of individual consumer choice, ethical preferences, and cultural habits. This deep and far-ranging impact
... Read more
The Everything Kids' Learning Spanish Book

Fun Exercises to Help You Learn Español, Fun Exercises to Help You Learn Espanol

by Laura K Lawless ...

Series series Everything® Kids
Hola, amigos! So, you want to learn Spanish but don't know where to start? Start aquî, with The Everything KIDS' Learning Spanish Book. Packed with sections of fun facts, tips, and silly Spanish phrases, you'll be speaking Spanish before you can say pronto!With this book, you'll learn how to say all of the following in Spanish:Descriptions about yourself and your familyLetters, numbers, and ... Read more

$7.99 USD

Hola, amigos! So, you want to learn Spanish but don't know where to start? Start aquî, with The Everything KIDS' Learning Spanish Book. Packed with sections of fun facts, tips, and silly Spanish phrases, you'll be speaking Spanish before you can say pronto!With this book, you'll learn how to say all of the following in Spanish:Descriptions about yourself and your familyLetters, numbers, and
... Read more
Elements of Fiction Writing - Scene & Structure

by Jack Bickham ...

Series series Elements of Fiction Writing
Craft your fiction with scene-by-scene flow, logic and readability.An imprisoned man receives an unexpected caller, after which "everything changed..."And the reader is hooked. But whether or not readers will stay on for the entire wild ride will depend on how well the writer structures the story, scene by scene.This book is your game plan for success. Using dozens of examples from his own work - ... Read more

$11.99 USD

Craft your fiction with scene-by-scene flow, logic and readability.An imprisoned man receives an unexpected caller, after which "everything changed..."And the reader is hooked. But whether or not readers will stay on for the entire wild ride will depend on how well the writer structures the story, scene by scene.This book is your game plan for success. Using dozens of examples from his own work -
... Read more
CompTIA Data+ Study Guide

Exam DA0-002

by Mike Chapple, Sharif Nijim ...

Series series Sybex Study Guide
Prepare for the CompTIA Data+ exam, as well as a new career in data science, with this effective study guideIn the newly revised second edition of CompTIA Data+ Study Guide: Exam DA0-002, veteran IT professionals Mike Chapple and Sharif Nijim provide a powerful, one-stop resource for anyone planning to pursue the CompTIA Data+ certification and go on to an exciting new career in data science. The ... Read more

$50.00 USD

Prepare for the CompTIA Data+ exam, as well as a new career in data science, with this effective study guideIn the newly revised second edition of CompTIA Data+ Study Guide: Exam DA0-002, veteran IT professionals Mike Chapple and Sharif Nijim provide a powerful, one-stop resource for anyone planning to pursue the CompTIA Data+ certification and go on to an exciting new career in data science. The
... Read more
Industrial Locomotives & Railways of Cumbria

by Gordon Edgar ...

Series series Industrial Locomotives & Railways of ...
The industrial and minor railways of the former counties of Cumberland and Westmorland are neglected topics deserving of greater attention. West Cumberland has traditionally been a mining, steel-making and quarrying region, with some areas of rail-served industry surviving today. Standard and narrow gauge railways and their locomotives have supported these industries for over a century, a small ... Read more

$14.19 USD

The industrial and minor railways of the former counties of Cumberland and Westmorland are neglected topics deserving of greater attention. West Cumberland has traditionally been a mining, steel-making and quarrying region, with some areas of rail-served industry surviving today. Standard and narrow gauge railways and their locomotives have supported these industries for over a century, a small
... Read more
Quantitative Methods In Linguistics

by Keith Johnson ...

Quantitative Methods in Linguistics offers a practical introduction to statistics and quantitative analysis with data sets drawn from the field and coverage of phonetics, psycholinguistics, sociolinguistics, historical linguistics, and syntax, as well as probability distribution and quantitative methods.Provides balanced treatment of the practical aspects of handling quantitative linguistic ... Read more

$55.00 USD

Quantitative Methods in Linguistics offers a practical introduction to statistics and quantitative analysis with data sets drawn from the field and coverage of phonetics, psycholinguistics, sociolinguistics, historical linguistics, and syntax, as well as probability distribution and quantitative methods.Provides balanced treatment of the practical aspects of handling quantitative linguistic
... Read more
Guide to the Flight Review for Pilots and Instructors

by Jason Blair ...

Series series Oral Exam Guide Series
This is not AI-generated content. The contents were written and verified by subject matter experts from Aviation Supplies & Academics, an 85-year-old aviation company. Look for the ASA wings to ensure you are purchasing a reliable publication.Guide to the Flight Review is an excellent study tool for pilots and instructors alike. Use it when you’re gearing up for a Flight Review or as a general ... Read more

$14.39 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

This is not AI-generated content. The contents were written and verified by subject matter experts from Aviation Supplies & Academics, an 85-year-old aviation company. Look for the ASA wings to ensure you are purchasing a reliable publication.Guide to the Flight Review is an excellent study tool for pilots and instructors alike. Use it when you’re gearing up for a Flight Review or as a general
... Read more

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