Baby Sign Language Basics
In this newly expanded edition, a renowned baby-signing expert provides more than 300 American Sign Language (ASL) signs, illustrated with the same clear, easy-to-understand photos and descriptions. Since 2004, Baby Sign Language Basics has introduced hundreds of thousands of parents and caregivers around the globe to the miracle of signing with their babies--and left them wanting more! Baby-specific signing techniques, songs, and games are also included to make learning fun and to quickly open up two-way communication. Parents will meet real signing families and learn how to make sign language a part of their everyday interactions with their children. Also included is a video signing dictionary featuring all the signs from the book. Just point and click, and see the sign you want to learn come alive! This is a must-have for all parents, grandparents, and anyone else who spends time with preverbal children. After all, what parent or caregiver doesn't want to know what their baby is trying to tell them? Now includes streaming video, additional tips, advice, and updated resources!
The Sense of Style
"Charming and erudite," from the author of Rationality and Enlightenment Now, "The wit and insight and clarity he brings . . . is what makes this book such a gem." --Time.com Why is so much writing so bad, and how can we make it better? Is the English language being corrupted by texting and social media? Do the kids today even care about good writing--and why should we care? From the author of The Better Angels of Our Nature and Enlightenment Now. In this entertaining and eminently practical book, the cognitive scientist, dictionary consultant, and New York Times-bestselling author Steven Pinker rethinks the usage guide for the twenty-first century. Using examples of great and gruesome modern prose while avoiding the scolding tone and Spartan tastes of the classic manuals, he shows how the art of writing can be a form of pleasurable mastery and a fascinating intellectual topic in its own right. The Sense of Style is for writers of all kinds, and for readers who are interested in letters and literature and are curious about the ways in which the sciences of mind can illuminate how language works at its best.
Write My Book
A step-by-step guide from blank page to best seller.Are you interested in writing a book? Maybe you need an idea, have an idea but don't know where to start, or have started but have got stuck. Write My Book will help you believe in yourself, develop your book idea, prioritise the time, get writing and get published!
How to Write Great Dialogue
How to Write Great Dialogue: for Authors and Editors - Solutions, the companion volume to How to Write Great Dialogue: for Authors and Editors, gives detailed example answers to exercises in the original book.Here, you'll find carefully crafted responses that demonstrate the dialogue techniques and principles discussed in the main text.Whether you're an author checking your own work, or an editor looking for examples to share with others, this volume has workable solutions to exercises from the original book. Considering these solutions, and your exercise responses, deepen your confidence and enjoyment in writing dialogue.
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How to Write Great Dialogue
Writing dialogue can seem straightforward but some writers struggle to bring compelling dialogue into their stories. With a comprehensive consideration of dialogue, this book, set out in five parts, guides authors, and the editors who may work with them, to improve the writing of dialogue.Part One includes fundamentals with effective dialogue punctuation, formatting and attribution.Part Two considers characters' distinctive voices, highlights personality traits shown in speech and techniques for dialogue in group scenes.Part Three discusses how story can be driven through characters' spoken exchanges in different genres.Part Four describes how setting can be vividly put across within dialogue and includes ways to include significant silence.Part Five presents methods of self-editing and developing your tailored approach to dialogue.With over forty practical exercises designed to build dialogue skill there are many opportunities here for debut writers and the more experienced to experiment with new approaches and develop confidence in different dialogue challenges. In this book you will find tools, insights and practice to inspire and develop writing skills.
write it.
You know there's a book inside you. You just don't know how to get it out. That's where I come in. write it. is a practical and honest guide for first-time nonfiction authors who want to stop overthinking and start building a book that actually gets finished. Inside, you'll learn how to: Break through the faulty beliefs that keep smart people unpublishedGet clear on why you're writing and what you actually want to sayTurn your foggy ideas into a crystal-clear blueprintBuild a writing rhythm to fit your lifeNavigate editing, publishing, production, and marketing at this stageGrab your copy to get started on your non-fiction book today!
Publish - Your Message Matters Journal
YOUR MESSAGE MATTERS-AND SO DOES YOUR JOURNEY.The PUBLISH - Your Message Matters Journal was created to help you move from simply reading the book to truly living it. Because writing and publishing a book isn't just a checklist-it's a calling-and your heart, mindset, and faith will shape every step.This guided companion journal includes thoughtful questions and prompts for each chapter to help you process what you're learning, apply it personally, and take action with clarity and confidence.Inside, you'll work through three powerful sections: YOUR MESSAGE MATTERSReflect on what God has placed in you, why it matters, and how He's shaping you as a writer and communicator.RECOGNIZE AND RESISTIdentify the doubt, fear, comparison, and spiritual resistance that tries to silence your voice-and learn how to push back with truth and courage.STRATEGIC STEPSTurn inspiration into momentum with practical next steps that help you move forward in writing, publishing, and sharing your message with excellence.Whether you're beginning your first manuscript or preparing for your next release, this journal will help you stay grounded, focused, and faithful-because the message God gave you is worth stewarding well.A companion journal to Publish Your Message Matters by Athena Dean Holtz.
Works Of Trinity Fundraising Notebook For Church Rebuilding, Executive Size, Lined Interior, 100 Pages Paperback
This Works Of Trinity Fundraising Notebook For Church Rebuilding, 7.0 x 10 in, Lined Interior, 100 Pages Paperback writing notebook is printed to raise funds to support the rebuilding of God's Kingdom. The cover page of this book has before and after hurricane damages to the church. It was the first school and the first and only library in the community. It is a major landmark of the community that needs to be restored. This fundraising project came about by the leading of The Holy Spirit of God. He has impressed on the author, in multiple dreams, to help rebuild His church. What is shown on the front cover page is symbolic of the damages to God's church. The time has come for the rebuilding of God's Kingdom.
Works Of Trinity Fundraising Notebook For Church Rebuilding, Letter Size, Lined Interior, 200 Pages Paperback
This Works Of Trinity Fundraising Notebook For Church Rebuilding, 8.5 x 11 in, Lined Interior, 200 Pages Paperback writing notebook is printed to raise funds to support the rebuilding of God's Kingdom. The cover page of this book has before and after hurricane damages to the church. It was the first school and the first and only library in the community. It is a major landmark of the community that needs to be restored.This fundraising project came about by the leading of The Holy Spirit of God. He has impressed on the author, in multiple dreams, to help rebuild His church.What is shown on the front cover page is symbolic of the damages to God's church. The time has come for the rebuilding of God's Kingdom.
Works Of Trinity Fundraising Notebook For Church Rebuilding, Executive Size, Lined Interior, 200 Pages Paperback
This Works Of Trinity Fundraising Notebook For Church Rebuilding, Executive Size, Lined Interior, 200 Pages Paperback writing notebook is printed to raise funds to support the rebuilding of God's Kingdom. The cover page of this book has before and after hurricane damages to the church. It was the first school and the first and only library in the community. It is a major landmark of the community that needs to be restored.This fundraising project came about by the leading of The Holy Spirit of God. He has impressed on the author, in multiple dreams, to help rebuild His church.What is shown on the front cover page is symbolic of the damages to God's church. The time has come for the rebuilding of God's Kingdom.
Write Your Book in a Day
Write Your Book in a Day: The Blueprint for Turning Your Book Dreams into Published Reality reveals the secret to finally gaining the clarity, confidence, and creative momentum to write the book you've been dreaming about for years. Drawing on their experience writing and publishing more than sixty books, and as co-founders of Two Sisters Writing & Publishing(R), Elizabeth Ann Atkins and Catherine M. Greenspan present a proven method showing you exactly how to write, publish, and promote a powerful, high-impact book with high energy, fun, flow, and focus-while boosting your motivation, discipline, and commitment to getting it done. This book demystifies the writing and publishing process, replacing overwhelm and procrastination with a structured, achievable approach.Rather than relying on inspiration alone, Write Your Book in a Day emphasizes preparation, mindset, and disciplined creativity. Readers learn how to clarify their message, organize their ideas, overcome self-doubt, and write with energy and purpose. The authors also guide readers through the essential stages of publishing and promotion, empowering them to approach authorship as both a creative and professional endeavor.Blending practical instruction with motivation and insight, Write Your Book in a Day helps readers build confidence, strengthen creative discipline, and transform long-held book dreams into a finished, publishable manuscript.An inspiring resource for anyone ready to take the next step toward becoming a published author.
Extramural English Activities and Individual Learner Differences
In an era where the ubiquity of the English language intersects seamlessly with global entertainment, today's youth naturally absorb the language while engaging in leisure activities. Delving beyond conventional pedagogical boundaries, this book illuminates how extramural activities, from cinematic experiences to digital gaming, can be exploited as resources for learning English. Employing a rigorous empirical framework, the present research project uncovers evidence that learners who engage in extramural English activities demonstrate higher English learning motivation, reduced English speaking anxiety, and enhanced willingness to communicate in English. Written for language professionals and researchers, this synthesis of empirical results aims to enrich the discourse on English as a Foreign Language learning and teaching. By unravelling the relationship between leisure, motivation, and individual learner differences in general, this book aims to provide readers with important research findings relevant in current foreign language education.
Write the Book That Changes Everything
You don't need to be a writer to write the book that changes everything.Write the Book That Changes Everything is the definitive roadmap for entrepreneurs, coaches, and experts ready to turn their story, strategy, and skills into a bestselling book that fuels their business and amplifies their brand.Drawing from years of experience helping dozens of thought leaders publish, Samantha Moonsammy and Simar Nounou of Lucky Book Publishing reveal the proven framework behind their mantra: Write the Book. Build the Business. Be the Brand.Inside, you'll learn how to: Find the book idea that aligns perfectly with your business goalsBuild your "Book-to-Business" model before writing a single wordWrite faster using the Brain Dump Method and proven chapter structureCraft titles, covers, and messaging that attract your ideal readers and clientsUse your book to open doors to media, speaking, and high-value opportunitiesThrough real author stories and field-tested strategies, this book transforms writing from a creative struggle into a business-growth strategy. Whether you're a coach, consultant, or founder ready to scale your influence, you'll finish with a complete blueprint for turning your book into a movement.If you've ever said "I've always wanted to write a book, but...," it's time to finish the sentence-and start the legacy. Your message matters. Your story will ripple farther than you can imagine.This is your sign. It's time to write the book only you can write.Scroll up and click "Add to Cart" now!
The Modern Author's Playbook
Jasveer Singh Dangi, author of Chasing Shadows: A Novel, The Hunter series, and numerous other fiction and non-fiction titles, is proud to bring you this empowering guide for writers.We are living in the most exciting era for authors. The walls that once kept writers from sharing their work with the world have crumbled. Today, with just a computer and an internet connection, anyone can write, publish, and reach readers across the globe. Yet with these new opportunities comes a challenge: standing out in a crowded, competitive marketplace.This book is your step-by-step roadmap for navigating the modern publishing landscape. Drawing on more than eight years of experience across traditional publishing, self-publishing, and even vanity presses, Jasveer distills hard-earned lessons, practical tips, and proven strategies to help you succeed.Inside, you'll discover: The formats your book can take-ebook, paperback, hardcover, and audiobookThe publishing paths available-traditional, self-publishing, and hybrid modelsTools, marketing strategies, and mindset shifts to transform your manuscript into a bookWhether you are writing your very first draft or working to expand your author career, this guide will give you the insights, confidence, and practical know-how to turn your ideas into published books-and connect with readers in meaningful, lasting ways.
Proven Passive Income Stratgeies
Have ever wanted to create a successful passive revenue stream but didn't know how? Would you like to own an online business earning a generous income publishing original content online? Are you a creative that has an idea you would like to share with the world?                                              If yes, then keep reading! Self-Publishing is the art of writing, designing, and publishing books independently. With the digital revolution, Amazon has become the world's largest online marketplace but you may not have known Jeff Bezos created Amazon with his passion for books in mind primarily as an online bookstore. Amazon's philosophy has since expanded and so have buyers with the way we choose to shop, but this has created a great opportunity for not only writers, but creative people as a whole to dive into the previously "gatekept" industry and add value while gaining a great return doing so.However, the question is, where do you start? How do you select a good topic, and make for an engaging and informative book? Maybe you don't have the time to write a book yourself. There is so much to consider, How do you design book covers? How do you format your books to look professional and easy to read? What book formats do Amazon and Kindle accept, and how do you make them? How do you maximize your publishing business? To sum this up, by reading this one-of-a-kind book, you'll learn: - How to write, design, market, and publish profitable books. - How you, as a first-time publisher can earn a generous passive income. - What are some effective approaches for a great book launch. - Where can you find reliable assistance from- What are some actionable tips & tricks to rank higher on Amazon's bestseller rankingMaybe you have had a great idea, experience, or knowledge that you have been looking to share but do not know how to monetize your creativity. Maybe you enjoy writing but are intimidated by the idea of publishing a book. Or maybe you wish to make enough passive income to have a better lifestyle than your day job can afford you, we've all been there.If yes,  scroll up, click on the "Buy Now" button, and learn how to make generous passive income.
Pathway to Publication
Moving your book from manuscript to publication is a journey.Let Linda K. Taylor, publishing professional turned college professor, lead the way.The publishing world has its own language, processes, and gatekeepers. Learn how to develop aplan, create the required pieces, and understand each step along the journey.This book takes you beyond theory to application with: - A map for the pathway that logically moves you forward- Exercises on downloadable worksheets for practical application- Guidance to create a one-sheet, proposal, website, and social media calendar- Advice in researching agents and publishers- Assistance in self-editing and formatting your manuscriptGrab your gear! Let's get started!
WE Have to Get the Cow Off the Eis
We've Got to Get the Cow Off the Eis! is a playful, motivational guide for adults who want to improve their English without fear, boredom, or perfectionism. Business English trainer Malaika Kusumi blends humor, storytelling, and culturally rich idioms with a warm teaching style that helps learners rediscover confidence and joy in using English.With vivid metaphors-including a stubborn cow perched on an ice cream cone and an elephant who is reluctant, cautious, and yet irresistibly curious-this book reflects the emotional journey many adults experience when learning a foreign language. Each chapter combines practical language insight with encouragement, reflection prompts, and real-life teaching moments drawn from over thirty years of international experience.Designed for busy professionals, returning learners, and anyone who has ever thought, "It's too late for me to improve," this book shows that progress begins the moment you let go of old fears and allow yourself to try again. We've Got to Get the Cow Off the Eis! reminds readers that adults learn best through curiosity, courage, and laughter.
Hypothetically 40 Writing Prompts
Do you have a writing brain block? Brain block begone! Hone your writing skills with 40 fun and original prompts straight from the brain of Aubrey Bjork. Practice writing skills a little at a time. A scratch at the window? A mysterious letter? One day as the city mayor? Write for fun; learn for real.
The 5 Author Freakouts
If you're a writer, you're probably familiar with the emotional roller coaster of excitement and procrastination, confidence and self-doubt, hope and imposter syndrome. We think if we could just get more disciplined or carve more time out of our hectic schedule then everything would change. We'd be more prolific, see higher royalties, and maybe even be able to quit our day jobs. But all the willpower and free time in the world won't fix the problem if our subconscious is fighting against us. The 5 Author Freakouts helps you unlock the secrets of your subconscious mind and what's really holding you back. It explains what's happening at each stage of the book writing process. And it gives you the tools you need to defeat the mind games one by one. It doesn't matter if you write fiction or nonfiction. It doesn't matter if you're an established author or just starting out. It doesn't matter if you plan to write one book or a whole series. You're going to face these 5 freakouts sooner or later. And with the help of this book, you'll develop the skills to breeze past them as if they weren't even there. You might even get them to work in your favor.If all the same-old-same-old writing advice online isn't cutting it... You need something different. Something new. Most of all, something that actually works.Maybe you have your writing game all figured out. You're productive, prolific, and sell all the books you ever want to sell. But if that's not you (yet)... If you're stuck, stalled, or just getting started... If you've ever Googled the phrase How to finish my book...The 5 Author Freakouts will open up a whole new world of possibilities for you.
Write a Dystopian Novel
Master writer's block and spark your creativity with this workbook full of helpful tips and a variety of prompts for writers of all experience levels to create their perfect dystopian story! Write a Dystopian Novel guides writers of all experience levels through the tropes and themes that exist within the dystopian setting, then provides prompts that will not only engage the writer's creativity but will also beat writer's block and offer a fresh perspective on outdated tropes. First writers will find an interesting scenario for their characters, then they're given brainstorming and writing instructions, and may also find some interesting twists with extra asks about adding additional elements (like a joke or a lie), giving things an extra dystopian spin, or working in a callback. For anyone looking to expand their dystopian writing, this book is a must-have to help complete their story ideas, deepen their worldbuilding, and craft unforgettable, thought-provoking narratives that will captivate readers.
Surviving 30 Days of Novel November
Ready to conquer 50,000 words in 30 days? Your daily survival guide is here.Every November, thousands of writers worldwide dive headfirst into the beautiful chaos of Novel November-racing against time, battling writer's block, and pushing through exhaustion to birth a novel in just 30 days.Surviving 30 Days of Novel November is your personal writing coach in book form. This isn't just another writing guide-it's your daily lifeline through the Novel November trenches.Inside, you'll discover: 30 days of motivational quotes and essays to fuel your writing firePre-November battle plans to set you up for successRecovery strategies for the December "novel hangover"Compassionate pep talks for when you're behind (because life happens)Permission slips for the years when finishing isn't in the cardsWhether you're a first-time November novelist or a seasoned veteran, this daybook meets you exactly where you are. Some days you'll need a gentle nudge. Other days, a swift kick in the pants. Every day, you'll find the exact words you need to keep your fingers moving across the keyboard.Your 50,000-word adventure starts here. Let's write this thing together.Originally published as Surviving 30 Days of Literary Madness
Shelved
Selected for inclusion in the Indie Author Project Collection for Indie Ontario and Indie Canada, Shelved highlights how Canadian authors can earn income through libraries and the Public Lending Right program.Large Print EditionGet your book on Canadian library shelves and start earning passive income as an indie author or illustrator.Whether you're self-published, hybrid, or just figuring out how to get your ISBNs in order, Shelved walks you through the real steps for getting your book into Canadian public libraries and registering for PLR (Public Lending Right) payments.You'll learn how to: Work with Canadian metadata systems like ISBN CanadaMake your books and eBooks visible to libraries through OverDrive, Hoopla, and moreUnderstand how PLR in Canada works and how to qualify for it every yearNavigate tools including book distribution platformsBuild sustainable library access into your author businessShelved is written for creators working outside traditional publishing including authors, illustrators, small presses, and anyone managing their own book lifecycle.If you've ever wondered how to make your books available in public libraries without begging a gatekeeper, this is the book.
Disrupting, Decentring and Diversifying Languages and Cultures in Australian Universities
How can languages and cultures in Australian higher education be disrupted, decentred and diversified? Contributors to this volume advance theoretical, critical (self-)reflections and position papers, pedagogical explorations of classroom practice as well as data-driven empirical investigations to challenge, resist and stretch how languages and cultures are both taught and imagined in research.From metaphorical conceptualisations of knowledge production, discussions of virtual reality, and innovation and creativity viewed through the lens of Indigenous epistemologies, to language learning curricula designed to challenge heteronormativity and cisgenderism, and a reconceptualisation of the role of language educators as designers, each chapter emphasises the vital role of innovation as the driving force of positive disruption.What emerges here is the resilience and adaptability demanded of languages and cultures researchers and educators as they navigate an ever-shifting educational landscape. Taken as a whole, this volume serves as a testament to these scholars' collective capacity to adapt, evolve, embrace and actively drive change, fostering a more diverse, equitable and inclusive future for their field.
The Associated Press Stylebook
Master the style guidelines of news writing, editing and common usage with this indispensable guide, perfect for professional writers and students everywhere. The style of the Associated Press is the gold standard for news writing. With the AP Stylebook in hand, you can learn how to write and edit with the clarity and professionalism for which their writers and editors are known. The AP Stylebook will help you master the AP's rules on grammar, spelling, punctuation, capitalization, abbreviation and word and numeral usage. It also guides you through complex issues of thoughtful reporting, writing and storytelling. To make navigating this extensive guidance even easier, the Stylebook provides a comprehensive index. This edition also includes new guidance on language regarding artificial intelligence, immigration, gender and more. Fully updated with over 200 new or revised entries to keep pace with world events and evolving language, the AP Stylebook is the one reference that all writers, editors and students cannot afford to be without.
Shadows & Ink Vol.3
Want to write horror that truly gets under your reader's skin? Start with the psychology behind the fear.The Psychology of Horror Fiction is your guide to understanding what frightens us-and why. More than just an exploration of horror's greatest tropes and themes, this book helps you use that knowledge to create more powerful, resonant, and unforgettable stories.Learn how fear works on a psychological level. Discover why certain horrors-like isolation, the unknown, or betrayal-hit harder than others. Understand how culture and trauma shape what readers are afraid of, and how those anxieties evolve over time.Whether you're crafting a quiet ghost story or an all-out nightmare, this book offers the insights you need to: Study and harness common fears and triggersBuild tension using psychological techniquesExplore real-world anxieties through fictional horrorCreate deeper emotional experiences for your audienceWrite horror that resonates long after the last pageFor writers, screenwriters, teachers, and students of the genre, The Psychology of Horror Fiction is an essential tool in your storytelling arsenal. Learn what scares people-and how to use that fear to your advantage.Start writing horror that truly gets under the skin.Proudly represented by Crystal Lake Publishing-Where Stories Come Alive!
Write a Horror Novel
Create the novel of your nightmares with this horror writing workbook! Abandoned places! Final girl! Ghostly hitchhickers! Horror fans and writers-to-be can build their own worlds, craft their own characters, and spin their own gripping stories with these engaging and thought-provoking writing prompts, making writing your own horror story easier--and more thrilling--than ever! It's time to craft a haunting and heart-pounding story! Write a Horror Novel helps take the fear out of the writing process with 99 creative prompts, horror writing exercises, and tips for creating characters, settings, and plots like a pro. First, you'll get to know the rules of the genre and establish what your harrowing world will look like through immersive worldbuilding exercises. Then, you'll dive into dozens of prompts that focus on each of the classic horror tropes, like Abandoned Places, Final Girl, Monster in the Dark, and more. All the while, you'll get to know your characters (and villains!), build out their backstories, and make their stories leap off the page. Master the horror genre, conquer writer's block, and spark new ideas by: -Examining your connection to your favorite scary stories, and mining those fears in a way that makes them feel totally new. -Broadening your characters' perspectives by having them face off against a monster or demon they don't believe in. -And more! With Write a Horror Novel, you'll have everything you need to bring iconic characters, unsettling worlds, and unforgettable stories to life!
The Complete Expert-To-Author Guide
Learn how to turn your expertise into a clear, compelling nonfiction book that reaches the people who need it most. Whether you're a consultant, coach, educator, healthcare provider, or entrepreneur, writing a book can expand your influence and help more people benefit from your ideas. The Complete Expert-to-Author Guide provides a practical, step-by-step roadmap for moving from concept to finished manuscript without getting stuck along the way. Written by veteran editors and book coaches Marisa Solis and Elizabeth Dougherty, who have guided hundreds of nonfiction books from idea to publication, this hands-on guide walks you through every stage of the writing process with clarity and confidence. Here's what makes The Complete Expert-to-Author Guide an essential resource: - A Clear Road Map for Writing Your Book: Follow a proven framework that takes you from initial idea to completed manuscript with manageable, actionable steps. - Designed for Experts and Professionals: If your profession involves helping people improve their lives, turn your knowledge into an advice-based nonfiction book. - 25 Practical Exercises and Writing Tools: Writing prompts, preformatted templates, and market analysis exercises help you clarify your message and stay focused. - Structure Your Book with Confidence: Develop your advice-based book's premise, fine-tune your framework, and strengthen your table of contents upfront--making writing faster and less stressful. - Navigate the Publishing Process: Write a book proposal, explore publishing paths, and build the platform needed to reach your audience. If you've been thinking about writing a book but aren't sure where to start or how to finish, The Complete Expert-to-Author Guide gives you the structure, strategy, and support to bring your book to life.
Page to Pulse. A Guide to Mass Hysteria for Writers of Horror, Dark Fantasy, & the Weird
A groundbreaking guide that teaches writers how to harness the terrifying power of mass hysteria in their fiction. Drawing from historical outbreaks like the Salem Witch Trials and the Dancing Plague of 1518, this book reveals the mechanics behind collective madness and shows writers how to weaponise these patterns on the page.Written in an innovative poetic form that mirrors the fractured nature of panic itself, this guide explores how fear spreads through communities, how rational people become irrational together, and how modern life, with its digital networks, isolated spaces, and constant anxiety, has created the perfect conditions for hysteria to flourish.From crafting environments that breed paranoia to writing the visceral symptoms of shared delusion, from exploiting childhood fears to showing how technology amplifies terror, this book provides writers with the tools to make their readers question the stability of their own reality. Each chapter builds toward the ultimate horror: the realisation that the line between sanity and madness is thinner than we pretend, and that civilization is always one shared delusion away from chaos.Perfect for writers of horror, dark fantasy, and weird fiction who want to create stories that spread through readers' minds like the very contagion they describe. Because the most effective horror doesn't just scare; it reveals what was always scary about being human.
An Account Of Some Recent Discoveries In Hieroglyphical Literature, And Egyptian Antiquities
A long-lost key to Egypt s silent voices is back: discover the thrilling early breakthroughs that unlocked hieroglyphs and changed how we read ancient Egypt. An Account Of Some Recent Discoveries In Hieroglyphical Literature, And Egyptian Antiquities captures a pivotal moment in Egyptology, chronicling the race to decode Egyptian hieroglyphics through the labors of pioneers like Thomas Young and the expansion of the Champollion alphabet. This richly detailed work presents original alphabets, critical analysis of Greek and Egyptian manuscripts, and painstaking translations that illuminate ancient scripts and the culture behind them. Readers follow scholarly detective work in historical linguistics, witness early hieroglyphs decoding, and explore archaeological context that reshaped our understanding of Egyptian antiquities. Historically significant and vibrantly readable, this volume bridges academic rigor and narrative fascination. It includes five unpublished Greek and Egyptian manuscripts translated for the first time here, offering fresh material for researchers and spellbinding discovery for curious readers. Whether you re a casual lover of ancient Egypt or a collector of classic scholarship, this restored edition is both a research resource and a cultural treasure. Out of print for decades, this title has been meticulously restored and republished by Alpha Editions. More than a reprint, this collector s edition is preserved for today s and future generations an essential addition to any library of Egyptology research, ancient Egypt translation, hieroglyphical literature, or historical linguistics.
A Gothic Grammar, With Selections For Reading And A Glossary
A long-lost key to a vanished tongue rediscover the Gothic world through grammar, readings, and a rich glossary. A Gothic Grammar, With Selections for Reading and a Glossary is a lucid, authoritative Gothic grammar guide that opens the door to one of Europe s most intriguing ancient languages. Grounded in meticulous analysis and clear instruction, this Wilhelm Braune book (in its classic English rendering) presents phonology, morphology, syntax, and paradigms alongside carefully chosen Gothic reading selections and an extensive ancient language glossary. Ideal for students of historical linguistics, philology and linguistics, and language enthusiasts, it s both a Gothic language textbook and a gateway to Gothic literature studies. Historically significant and pedagogically precise, this volume preserves the methods and insights that shaped modern Gothic language history research. The readings let you encounter authentic Gothic texts, while the glossary and exercises turn passive interest into active learning perfect for classroom use, independent study, or collectors of rare academic works. This edition, republished by Alpha Editions, was out of print for decades and has been lovingly restored for today s and future generations. More than a reprint, it s a collector s item and a cultural treasure: newly formatted, carefully proofed, and optimized for modern readers and researchers. Whether you re seeking a Gothic grammar guide, language learning resources, or a foundational reference in Gothic literature studies, this revitalized classic belongs on your shelf.
A Novel Approach
Finally-a book on writing that understands how your ADHD brain worksADHD can throw so many hurdles in your path that writing a book feels impossible. A Novel Approach: Strategies for ADHD Writers is written with those obstacles in mind.This book is for you if: You're tired of writing advice that isn't designed for an ADHD brainYou want to write a book but can't get organized enough to startYou have a lot of unfinished books because you keep getting distracted by new ideasYou struggle with motivation, procrastination or forgetfulness so the writing never gets doneYou sit down to write, only to lose focus five minutes laterWith this book, you'll learn how to: Organize your ideas into a framework that will guide you from your first page to the lastDevelop a writing routine that's customized to your unique situation and needsStay focused and motivated all the way through your draft, even when you'd rather be doing anything elseTurn your ADHD into a creative advantage by tapping into your strengthsFull of exercises, case studies and thought-provoking advice, A Novel Approach will show you how to develop new habits and practices that work with, not against your ADHD. ADHD doesn't have to get between you and your dream of being an author! It's time to rewrite the story you've been telling yourself about what you can do, because your ADHD doesn't get the final word-you do.
Write Iconic Characters
Iconic characters build unforgettable stories.Iconic characters stick with us long after the final page. They become touchstones, reference points with which we describe friends, enemies, and ourselves.Creating just one iconic character can transform your writing career. Readers will forgive all sorts of minor flaws in your stories if your characters strike deep into their humanity, connecting with both their light and shadow.Write Iconic Characters reveals the psychology behind unforgettable characters by exploring the nine core fears and desires that drive human behavior. Master these forces, and you'll craft characters whose every choice feels inevitable and stories that readers can't put down.
How to Manage Your Personal Knowledge
Drowning in information? The average person today processes more data in a single day than a 15th-century scholar encountered in a lifetime. Yet we're left overwhelmed, distracted, and struggling to turn fragments of insight into meaningful progress.In this groundbreaking guide, Pralhad Jadhav, a corporate knowledge director, reveals how to build a "second brain" a personalized system to capture, organize, and unleash your knowledge. Drawing on 20+ years at the intersection of libraries, Jadhav transforms library science principles into actionable strategies for the digital era. You'll Discover How To: The Science of Knowledge: Distinguish data from information and information from actionable knowledge (Chapter 3).Proven Systems: Implement frameworks like Tiago Forte's PARA Method, Niklas Luhmann's Zettelkasten, and Digital Gardening to organize ideas for life (Chapters 4, 9).Cutting-Edge Tools: Leverage AI, augmented reality, and adaptive learning to future-proof your PKM (Chapters 8, 11).Real-World Solutions: Overcome information overload, digital distraction, and knowledge decay with battle-tested techniques (Chapters 5-7).Stories of Success: Learn from librarians, students, and professionals who transformed their productivity and creativity (Chapters 1, 10).
PUBLISH Your Message Matters
You feel the nudge to write-but fear, doubt, and distraction keep you from starting or finishing. In Your Message Matters, Christian publishing veteran and ministry leader Athena Dean Holtz equips you with both spiritual encouragement and practical strategies to turn your God-given story into a published message that changes lives.Whether you're exploring how to write a Christian book or seeking Christian publishing tips for a nearly finished manuscript, this faith-filled guide will help you: Clarify your message and audience so your words connect deeplyOvercome self-doubt, spiritual warfare, and the overwhelm of the publishing processWrite from healing, not hurt, so your story brings freedomSteward your book with Christian self-publishing excellence or other publishing pathsShare your message through ministry-minded marketing that feels authentic and Spirit-ledBlending Bible verses for writers, inspiring testimonies, and actionable next steps, Your Message Matters is perfect for aspiring Christian authors, speakers, and ministry leaders who want to write with clarity, publish with integrity, and share their work in a way that honors God.Your story carries His light. Your obedience will carry eternal impact. Now is the time to write-and release-the message He's entrusted to you.
Email Marketing for Authors
You've heard it a hundred times.Email marketing is the key to selling more books.So why haven't you started?Maybe it feels too technical. Too time-consuming. Too easy to mess up. You've got writing to do, and the idea of building a list, crafting automations, or sending emails just sounds exhausting.You're not alone. Most authors avoid email until it's too late. But the truth is, it doesn't have to be that hard or take up all your time.You'll learn how to: Attract the right readers without begging on social mediaCreate lead magnets that convert casual fans into loyal subscribersBuild a simple email system you can stick withAvoid spam filters and keep your emails out of the trashTurn your list into sales, superfans, and long-term incomeWhether you're starting from zero or rebuilding the right way, this book shows you how to grow your email list with purpose and keep your audience engaged for the long haul.Get it now!
Email Marketing for Authors
You've heard it a hundred times.Email marketing is the key to selling more books.So why haven't you started? Maybe it feels too technical. Too time-consuming. Too easy to mess up. You've got writing to do, and the idea of building a list, crafting automations, or sending emails just sounds exhausting. You're not alone. Most authors avoid email until it's too late. But the truth is, it doesn't have to be that hard or take up all your time. You'll learn how to: - Attract the right readers without begging on social media - Create lead magnets that convert casual fans into loyal subscribers - Build a simple email system you can stick with - Avoid spam filters and keep your emails out of the trash - Turn your list into sales, superfans, and long-term income Whether you're starting from zero or rebuilding the right way, this book shows you how to grow your email list with purpose and keep your audience engaged for the long haul. Read it now!
Shelved
You wrote the book. Now it's time to get it into readers' hands and start earning income from it.Shelved is a clear, practical guide for Canadian authors and illustrators who want to see their self-published books in public libraries and register for Canada's Public Lending Right (PLR) program.Whether you're just starting out or already have books in print, this guide covers the steps that matter: This title was selected for the Indie Author Project, a library-curated collection of top-tier indie publishing.How Canadian libraries are structured and how they select booksWhat the PLR program is and how to registerWhat makes a book more likely to be acceptedHow to build a backlist that supports long-term incomeWhen and how to follow up with librariesWritten by two Canadian creators actively working through this process, Shelved offers clear information, encouragement, and a path forward for getting your books into the hands of more readers, through the public shelves they visit most.Shelved has been included in Indie Ontario Collection and Indie Canada Collection, part of the Indie Author Project, a library-curated collection of top-tier indie publishing.
WRITE NOW! It's Never Too Late
Book Description for WRITE NOW! It's Never Too LateIt's never too late to author the story you've always wanted to tell.Whether you've dreamed of writing a novel, crafting your memoir, or simply putting pen to paper for the joy of it, WRITE NOW! It's Never Too Late is your inspirational and practical guide to finally making it happen.This book is written primarily for adults, seniors, and "people of a certain age" who think they missed their chance. Spoiler alert: you haven't. Writing is timeless-and so is your imagination.Inside, you'll discover: Simple, step-by-step guidance to help you start writing without fear or procrastination.Encouragement and real-world tips for tackling writer's block, building confidence, and developing a sustainable writing practice.Creative exercises and prompts designed to spark fresh ideas and keep you motivated.Practical advice on publishing options-from traditional publishing to self-publishing-so you can share your words with the world.WRITE NOW! It's Never Too Late, proving that creativity doesn't retire. Whether you're 50, 60, 70, or beyond, you can still become the writer you've always wanted to be.Perfect for: Aspiring authors who've waited too long to begin.Retirees looking for a meaningful and creative pursuit.Anyone who wants to leave a legacy through stories, memoirs, or family history.Writers of all levels searching for inspiration, structure, and motivation.Your story matters. Your voice matters. And the world is waiting to hear it.Don't wait another day-pick up WRITE NOW! It's Never Too Late, and start your writing journey today.
Second Language Pragmatics and Young Language Learners
This book brings together research on second language pragmatics in the underexplored context of EFL primary classrooms. Presenting studies from Croatia, Cyprus, Germany, Norway, Spain and the Netherlands, the book offers a rich exploration of different topics, such as learners' pragmatic performance, awareness and development, learners' and teachers' views on pragmatic instruction, and investigations concerning material use and lesson planning. The studies feature a range of data sources including animated films, arts-based instruction, classroom discourse, narrated picture-based tasks, questionnaires and interviews, introducing the reader to a wealth of opportunities for young learners' engagement with pragmatics. Being the first edited volume to provide an overview of the rapidly growing area of young learner pragmatics, it will be of great interest to researchers, graduate students and language teachers.
The Writing of Fiction
The Writing of Fiction by Edith Wharton is a masterful meditation on the art and architecture of storytelling, penned by one of America's most astute literary minds. With characteristic elegance and precision, Wharton explores the structural integrity of the novel, the moral dimensions of narrative, and the subtle alchemy of character and style. Drawing from both classical traditions and her own formidable career, she illuminates the inner workings of fiction with a voice that is at once rigorous, refined, and deeply human. More than a manual, this is a work of literary criticism steeped in insight and cultivated sensibility-a rare and enduring testament to fiction's highest aspirations.
Early Professional Development in EFL Teaching
This book examines the perspectives and experiences of student teachers who are in the process of becoming secondary school English teachers in Japan. It reports on the trainee teachers' attitudes towards theory and practice in their professional development. Through a discussion of what professional expertise should look like in this context, the book identifies the challenges faced by the Initial Teacher Education (ITE) system in Japan, and suggests support and mediational activities that should be included as components of the ITE curriculum. The book contains valuable rich descriptions of trainee teachers' experiences, and will be of interest to those working in EFL both in Japan and elsewhere.
Reading Journal (Watercolor Fall Leaves Bookshelves)
Reading Journal - A Book Lover's Ultimate CompanionCapture your reading journey with this beautifully designed Reading Journal-the perfect book lover's diary! Whether you're tackling reading challenges, tracking your favorite books, or reviewing an entire series, this journal keeps all your literary adventures in one place. With dedicated sections for Book of the Month, Book of the Year, favorite quotes, and extra notes, it's the ultimate tool to enhance your reading experience. And if that wasn't enough, each section is bookended by bookshelf coloring pages for you to fill with your favorite reads!Key Features: ✅ Reading Challenges - Stay inspired with fun challenges that help you explore new genres and authors.✅ Book & Series Reviews - Track your thoughts on dozens of books, including entire series recaps.✅ Favorite Books & Quotes - Keep a record of the books that left a lasting impact and the quotes that spoke to you.✅ Book of the Month & Year - Highlight your top picks and reflect on your best reads of the year.✅ Handy Notes Section - Extra space for reading goals, TBR lists, or literary reflections.✅ Compact & Functional - The 6" x 9" size makes it easy to carry anywhere-perfect for book clubs, cozy reading nooks, or on-the-go journaling.Perfect for avid readers, book club members, and journal lovers, this reading tracker will help you document, reflect, and celebrate every book you read. Turn pages, capture memories, and bring your reading journey to life-order your Reading Journal today!
Reading Journal (Watercolor Bookshelves with Potted Plants)
Reading Journal - A Book Lover's Ultimate CompanionCapture your reading journey with this beautifully designed Reading Journal-the perfect book lover's diary! Whether you're tackling reading challenges, tracking your favorite books, or reviewing an entire series, this journal keeps all your literary adventures in one place. With dedicated sections for Book of the Month, Book of the Year, favorite quotes, and extra notes, it's the ultimate tool to enhance your reading experience. And if that wasn't enough, each section is bookended by bookshelf coloring pages for you to fill with your favorite reads!Key Features: ✅ Reading Challenges - Stay inspired with fun challenges that help you explore new genres and authors.✅ Book & Series Reviews - Track your thoughts on dozens of books, including entire series recaps.✅ Favorite Books & Quotes - Keep a record of the books that left a lasting impact and the quotes that spoke to you.✅ Book of the Month & Year - Highlight your top picks and reflect on your best reads of the year.✅ Handy Notes Section - Extra space for reading goals, TBR lists, or literary reflections.✅ Compact & Functional - The 6" x 9" size makes it easy to carry anywhere-perfect for book clubs, cozy reading nooks, or on-the-go journaling.Perfect for avid readers, book club members, and journal lovers, this reading tracker will help you document, reflect, and celebrate every book you read. Turn pages, capture memories, and bring your reading journey to life-order your Reading Journal today!
Reading Journal (Watercolor Pumpkins & Leaves in Bookshelves)
Reading Journal - A Book Lover's Ultimate CompanionCapture your reading journey with this beautifully designed Reading Journal-the perfect book lover's diary! Whether you're tackling reading challenges, tracking your favorite books, or reviewing an entire series, this journal keeps all your literary adventures in one place. With dedicated sections for Book of the Month, Book of the Year, favorite quotes, and extra notes, it's the ultimate tool to enhance your reading experience. And if that wasn't enough, each section is bookended by bookshelf coloring pages for you to fill with your favorite reads!Key Features: ✅ Reading Challenges - Stay inspired with fun challenges that help you explore new genres and authors.✅ Book & Series Reviews - Track your thoughts on dozens of books, including entire series recaps.✅ Favorite Books & Quotes - Keep a record of the books that left a lasting impact and the quotes that spoke to you.✅ Book of the Month & Year - Highlight your top picks and reflect on your best reads of the year.✅ Handy Notes Section - Extra space for reading goals, TBR lists, or literary reflections.✅ Compact & Functional - The 6" x 9" size makes it easy to carry anywhere-perfect for book clubs, cozy reading nooks, or on-the-go journaling.Perfect for avid readers, book club members, and journal lovers, this reading tracker will help you document, reflect, and celebrate every book you read. Turn pages, capture memories, and bring your reading journey to life-order your Reading Journal today!
