The Author's Success Code
Discover the Untold Secrets Bestselling Authors Don't Want You to KnowHave you ever dreamed of writing a book that amplifies your brand, accelerates your business, or transforms your life-but felt held back by time, money, or self-doubt? If so, you're not alone.In The Author's Success Code, Ashley Mansour, an international bestselling author and trusted book coach, reveals the 9 game-changing secrets that will empower you to shatter these barriers and finally bring your vision to life.This isn't just another how-to book on writing. It's a transformative roadmap to help you: Overcome the biggest mental roadblocks that keep most aspiring authors backFast-track your book-writing process with a proven, proprietary methodCraft a book that drives results, building your audience, impact, and incomeNavigate publishing like a pro, choosing the best path for your goalsConnect with a supportive community to stay motivated and inspired and every stepWith years of experience guiding over 1,000 authors and counting, Ashley shares her insider knowledge to help you shift your focus from the overwhelming mechanics of writing to strategic, actionable steps that lead to publishing success. The Author's Success Code gives you everything you need to break through, finish strong, and create a book that works for you long after it's published.Transform your book-writing journey into a powerful tool for growth, success, and lasting impact. It's time to discover the secrets that will turn your dream into a reality, and your book into a legacy.
How to Write Non-Fiction
Are you ready to share your expertise, tell your story, or build a thriving author career?Do you want to write a non-fiction book but don't know where to start?Writing a book can change your life. It can help you share your unique knowledge and experience with the world, build authority in your field, and even generate multiple streams of income.But writing a book can also be hard.You might get paralysed by writer's block or self-doubt. You could get stuck because you don't know the next step to take. You may be bewildered by everything there is to learn about getting to a finished manuscript.In this book, award-winning author and creative entrepreneur Joanna Penn takes you step-by-step through the process of writing, publishing, and marketing a successful non-fiction book. You'll get the guidance you need to turn your knowledge into a valuable resource.Inside this updated and expanded second edition, you'll discover: The mindset shift you need to start and finish your book-even if self-doubt is holding you back.How to structure and organise your ideas into a compelling manuscript that delivers value to readers.Proven techniques for writing, editing and refining your book, whether you're writing general non-fiction, memoir, or a combination of bothMarketing strategies tailored to non-fiction, so your book reaches the right audience and drives sales.How to monetise your book, from licensing and bulk sales to speaking opportunities, and more.This comprehensive guide combines practical advice with mindset support to help you navigate every stage of the writing journey. Whether you're just starting out or looking to level up your author career, How to Write Non-Fiction gives you the tools and confidence to write the book you're meant to write.Don't let fear and uncertainty hold you back. Start your non-fiction author journey today.Click to download a sample or buy your copy of How to Write Non-Fiction and start creating the book only you can write!
How to Write Non-Fiction
Are you ready to share your expertise, tell your story, or build a thriving author career?Do you want to write a non-fiction book but don't know where to start?Writing a book can change your life. It can help you share your unique knowledge and experience with the world, build authority in your field, and even generate multiple streams of income.But writing a book can also be hard.You might get paralysed by writer's block or self-doubt. You could get stuck because you don't know the next step to take. You may be bewildered by everything there is to learn about getting to a finished manuscript.In this LARGE PRINT book, award-winning author and creative entrepreneur Joanna Penn takes you step-by-step through the process of writing, publishing, and marketing a successful non-fiction book. You'll get the guidance you need to turn your knowledge into a valuable resource.Inside this updated and expanded second edition, you'll discover: The mindset shift you need to start and finish your book-even if self-doubt is holding you back.How to structure and organise your ideas into a compelling manuscript that delivers value to readers.Proven techniques for writing, editing and refining your book, whether you're writing general non-fiction, memoir, or a combination of bothMarketing strategies tailored to non-fiction, so your book reaches the right audience and drives sales.How to monetise your book, from licensing and bulk sales to speaking opportunities, and more.This comprehensive guide combines practical advice with mindset support to help you navigate every stage of the writing journey. Whether you're just starting out or looking to level up your author career, How to Write Non-Fiction gives you the tools and confidence to write the book you're meant to write.Don't let fear and uncertainty hold you back. Start your non-fiction author journey today.Click to download a sample or buy your copy of How to Write Non-Fiction and start creating the book only you can write!
Improving Your British Sign Language
This practical, illustrated guide is designed for students who want to improve their use of British Sign Language (BSL), helping them to manage some of the more challenging aspects of BSL learning in an accessible way. Written by a highly experienced sign language speaker, it contains around 750 photos of signs, including examples of common mistakes alongside the corresponding correct signs. Each chapter is accompanied by video demonstrations of all the signs it exemplifies, showing BSL in action. The book is based on the latest research on BSL within theoretical linguistics, since understanding the latest advances in this fast-moving field is known to help improve the skills of non-native speakers. It is intended primarily for self-study, allowing students to work at their own pace on articulation accuracy, recognise the kinds of errors they are likely to make, and gain a better understanding of the visual nature of BSL.
Improving Your British Sign Language
This practical, illustrated guide is designed for students who want to improve their use of British Sign Language (BSL), helping them to manage some of the more challenging aspects of BSL learning in an accessible way. Written by a highly experienced sign language speaker, it contains around 750 photos of signs, including examples of common mistakes alongside the corresponding correct signs. Each chapter is accompanied by video demonstrations of all the signs it exemplifies, showing BSL in action. The book is based on the latest research on BSL within theoretical linguistics, since understanding the latest advances in this fast-moving field is known to help improve the skills of non-native speakers. It is intended primarily for self-study, allowing students to work at their own pace on articulation accuracy, recognise the kinds of errors they are likely to make, and gain a better understanding of the visual nature of BSL.
So You Want To Write A Book
Discover the Secrets to Writing and Publishing Your Dream Book with Douglas Owen's So You Want to Write a BookAre you dreaming of writing a book but don't know where to begin? Or perhaps you've started but feel stuck? Acclaimed author and publisher Douglas Owen is here to guide you every step of the way with his latest release, So You Want to Write a Book. This comprehensive, easy-to-follow guide is now available, offering aspiring writers the tools, strategies, and inspiration they need to turn their ideas into reality.From finding your big idea to navigating the world of publishing, So You Want to Write a Book covers it all. With practical advice, relatable anecdotes, and actionable steps, this book is designed to empower both beginners and seasoned writers. Whether you're crafting the next great novel, a memoir, or a how-to guide, Owen's engaging style and wealth of experience make this book an indispensable companion for your writing journey.What You'll Learn: How to discover your unique idea and refine it into a compelling concept.Tips for planning and outlining your book in a way that suits your writing style.Techniques for overcoming writer's block and silencing your inner critic.The ins and outs of self-publishing, traditional publishing, and marketing your book.With humor, encouragement, and expertise, Owen takes the fear out of writing and replaces it with confidence and clarity.
Insights into Teaching and Learning Writing
Writing is one of the most challenging skills for a language learner to acquire due its sheer complexity, and language teachers are faced with a demanding task in the teaching and testing of writing. A great deal of research on different aspects of writing has been carried out to date, however despite the abundance of publications in this field, few books aim to offer insights into teaching and learning writing for early career teachers that shed light on writing instruction in jargon-free discourse. This book aims to fill this perceived gap through presenting relevant conceptual and theoretical frameworks of second language writing research and shedding light on the implications of the recent research findings in a clear and practice-oriented style. In this way, it is intended as a companion book for language teachers who include writing as a part of their courses, in particular, new teachers as they embark on their teaching careers."This book is a welcome resource in the education of language teachers. It is well known that learning to write in a second language and teaching others to do the same can be challenging. Readers of this volume are supported both intellectually and affectively as they learn how to meet the challenge."- Diane Larsen-Freeman, Professor Emerita of Education and of Linguistics, University of Michigan"This timely and broad-based collection promises to provide key insights in and for the fields of writing pedagogy and writing assessment, written by an array of experts working in diverse locations. Presented in a teacher-friendly way, each chapter offers ideas that teachers can immediately try out in their own classrooms."- Martin East, Professor of Language Education, The University of Auckland"Do you want to know how to best teach second language writing? Then put Insights into Teaching and Learning Writing on your required reading list! This book is a must-read for early-career writing practitioners. It encompasses the work of renowned scholars who provide explicit, theoretically grounded and research-informed guidance on how to approach various aspects of second language writing pedagogy. Read this book and learn from the best!"- Elena Cotos, Associate Professor of Applied Linguistics, Iowa State University"This book provides a comprehensive overview of current theory and pedagogy in the teaching and assessment of L2 writing. Rich in theoretical insights and practical examples it provides a valuable resource for teachers, curriculum designers, graduate students and others interested in approaches to the teaching of writing."- Jack C. Richards, Victoria University Wellington and University of Sydney
Teaching Copyright
Lessons, resources, and annotated answer keys for instructors at all levels in teaching copyright law. The teaching of copyright and related concepts can easily be overwhelming to instructors who are experts in their field but may have little to no detailed understanding of copyright law. They require reliable, accessible information to coach students on copyright-related matters. Teaching Copyright: Practical Lesson Ideas and Instructional Resources provides explicit guidance based on U.S. copyright law in the teaching of copyright and related concepts to learners at schools, colleges, and universities. Instructors are supported with time-saving resources such as lesson templates, scenarios, practice activities, and a downloadable test question bank. Additionally, Bloom's Taxonomy labels lessons, activities, and assessment items to enable an appropriately diverse set of learning for students. Instead of reducing copyright to simple recall, the lessons and information in this text will help instructors develop higher-level thinking about copyright and assist them in measuring learners' abilities not just to remember, but also to analyze and evaluate copyright dilemmas.
Linguistic Explorations in Translation Studies
Linguistic Explorations in Translation Studies provides an English translation of one of the first attempts made by a Chinese scholar to apply Halliday's Systemic Functional Linguistics (SFL) to translation studies. The original Chinese edition was published in 2006. This English edition includes a Preface written by the translators and an interview with Guowen Huang.By offering a comprehensive analysis of ancient Chinese poems, this book successfully illustrates how different aspects of the SFL theory can help to illuminate translation as a meaning-making process and points out various choices in meaning in the ancient Chinese poems and their translations. The book is also innovative in its proposal of the six steps in applying SFL to translation, which include (i) observation, (ii) interpretation, (iii) description, (iv) analysis, (v) explanation and (vi) evaluation.The book will be of interest to researchers and academics who work on SFL, translation studies, language sciences or related areas as well as MA or doctoral students who would like to study SFL.
Broken to Build Journal
Ready to turn your ideas into a compelling book? Broken to Build Journal is your essential guide, designed for aspiring authors at any stage. In just 30 days-or even less-you'll find the encouragement and structure you need to explore your voice, define your audience, and outline your chapters.With prompts and reflections inspired by my own journey as an author, including my first book, Finding Normal: Breaking Free from Culture Shock, this journal offers a supportive space to help you overcome fears and embrace your narrative.As part of the Broken to Build series-featuring the Broken to Build book, devotional, and Bible Study curriculum-this journal serves as the perfect companion. Whether you're exploring the three-part series for personal transformation or group study, the Broken to Build Journal will guide you deeper into reflection and application, helping you build a firm foundation for healing and growth, as you journal what may someday be the foundation for your very own book! Join a community of writers and embark on a transformative journey to share your unique story. Your experience matters-now is the time to write it!Let's build something extraordinary, one page at a time.
Story Is a State of Mind
Cultivate a state of mind to help your writing flow with acclaimed writing instructor and Giller Prize finalist Sarah Selecky.Celebrated author Sarah Selecky brings the spirit of her popular online writing school to the page in Story Is a State of Mind. Short, personable essays deliver gentle coaching, practical advice, and heartfelt encouragement, alongside writing exercises and meditations that offer abundant opportunities to build awareness, confidence, and technique.Designed for authors seeking support on individual projects or their practice as a whole, this book is overflowing with tips and tools to develop and support creative curiosity and whole-minded writing. Pair it with Sarah Selecky's Story Is a State of Mind Deck of 50 writing prompts for maximum inspiration!"A brilliant, soulful, transformative guide to the craft of writing.--Theresa Reed, author of The Cards You're Dealt
Practical Academic Library Instruction
Busy academic librarians looking for reliable, research-supported techniques that they can put into practice immediately will find them in this hands-on guide for information literacy instruction. When you stand alone in front of the class, being in command of your content is only the first step. Knowing how to engage students' participation in ways that foster "ownership" ensures that learning is both active and lasting. In this guide, Oehrli shares tried and tested techniques honed from 20 years of practice in both traditional and nontraditional settings. Drawing from educational research, she applies these techniques to the learner-centered teaching of information literacy topics. In this book, which is organized for quick access to techniques at your point of need, you will learnhow to use guiding principles to shape your personal philosophy of teaching;ways to address the uneven power dynamics of a classroom;5 basic questions to guide your preparation for a class;pointers for communicating with students in the language of the ACRL Framework;simple and subtle ways to build rapport with students;real-world applications of education research concepts such as Keller's ARCS theory of motivation;metacognitive techniques that foster student ownership of learning;other tips for asking good discussion questions and how to use the think/pair/share method to encourage discussion;techniques for defusing distraction in the classroom through proximity, pivoting, and pausing; andinteractive methods to uncover students' prior knowledge in research.
Black Teachers of English(es) in Japan
This book examines the pedagogical and professional experiences of a transnational group of teachers from the African continent and diaspora who made the decision to live and teach English in Japan. Through a layered analytical framework, it explores how these teachers struggle to negotiate their raciolinguistic identities in contexts that may prove to be professionally supportive in some cases but marginalizing in others. The author contends that although multiculturalism and diversity within ELT in Japan may currently seem to be more prevalent, the agency that Black teachers exercise in promoting their own cultures and language varieties may be constrained depending on the characteristics of the institutions in which they teach. The issues raised in this volume will be relevant to educators, administrators, curriculum and materials developers, and researchers committed to promoting equity, racial harmony and intercultural understanding in language education.
Mindsets in Language Education
This book is the first volume devoted to mindset theory and practice in language education, offering interdisciplinary investigations into the motivation, competencies, emotions and wellbeing of language learners and teachers. Presenting studies from a vast array of language learning environments, the chapters explore topics such as students' attitudes and motivation surrounding language learning, the effects of mindset on vocabulary acquisition, the mindsets of early career teachers and experienced language teachers, interventions on students' mindsets and interventions that strengthen language teachers' growth mindsets. The findings presented in this book will be of great interest to instructors and researchers alike and present essential developments for the field of applied linguistics and psychology of language learning and teaching. The book will be invaluable in improving the quality of the language learning experience for teachers and students in various academic environments.
A Troubadour Reader
Occitan lyric poetry for language learnersA Troubadour Reader, a supplement to William D. Paden's Introduction to Old Occitan, provides a diverse selection of thirty medieval lyric poems in Occitan for language learners. Featuring poems by women, poems composed especially early or especially late in the language's literary use, and poems that feature Occitan in contact with other languages, the book highlights the range and wealth of medieval Occitan lyric poetry. Each poem is presented with a brief introduction, glosses on the text, and notes after each stanza. The volume also includes a section on basic Occitan grammar, a list of manuscripts, bibliographical references, and an index.
Handbook of Black Librarianship
Winner of the BCALA 2025 Literary Award for Outstanding Contribution to Publishing As Dr. Josey and Ms. DeLoach wrote in their Introduction to the second edition of The Handbook of Black Librarianship: "In designing the second edition of The Handbook of Black Librarianship, the editors felt that this work should be a reference tool related to the various aspects of African Americans in librarianship and their work in libraries." That first edition covered issues faced by black library professionals in the various fields of librarianship; organizations formed; black library collections and books; resources and other areas of progress. The second edition, published twenty-three years later, highlighted more current events in Black librarianship: early and contemporary library organizations, vital issues, African American resources, discussions on and about librarianship, a focus on health librarianship, and information resources and education. It has now been another twenty-two years since the last edition and time to reflect on "various aspects of African Americans" in our profession as well as the advancements over the past two and a half decades and to review those issues African Americans still face and how modern technological advancements have impacted our profession and the lives of Black librarians. This third edition's coverage includes: Pioneers and Landmark Episodes; A Chronology of Events in Black Librarianship; African American Forerunners in Librarianship; Modern Day Black Library Organizations; Vital Issues in Black Librarianship; Library Service to Our Communities; Library Technology and Black Librarianship; Pearls from Our Retirees; Issues in Diversity, Inclusion and Multiculturalism; African Library Resources and Education; Banned Books; and Significant Books and Periodicals for Black Collections
Let Them Have Books
What role do books have in children's lives? How do libraries and librarians help foster a lifelong love of reading? Librarian and activist Genevi癡ve Patte addresses the questions in Let Them Have Books: A Mission to Read, a classic among French librarians that is now available for the first time in English. Originally published in 1987, Let Them Have Books was revised in 2012 to account for the new challenges and possibilities that have been introduced by the digital age. A staunch advocate for the rights of all children to have access to libraries, Patte recounts her experiences as a pioneering librarian who helped to establish the concept of children's libraries in France as well as internationally.Genevi癡ve Patte's experience in the United States as a Fulbright scholar in the 1950s and travels throughout the world have confirmed her dedication to creating the library as a welcoming place, particularly for immigrants and children from marginalized communities. For Patte, the library is somewhere that everyone belongs and everyone's voice can be heard. Patte is currently the director of "La Biblioth癡que Ronde" in the working-class Parisian suburb of Clamart. A translation of her biography, What Gets Then To Read Like That: The Story of the Woman Who Got Millions of Children to Read, is also available from Library Juice Press.Tegan Raleigh is a translator from French and German based in Eugene, Oregon. Her translations include memoirs, novels, short stories, and literary essays, and her work has been recognized by the American Literary Translators Association and PEN America. She holds an MFA in Literary Translation from the University of Iowa and a PhD in Comparative Literature from UC Santa Barbara. She lived in Paris for two years conducting doctoral research that she's currently using to write a literary biography of the 17th-century author Marie-Catherine d'Aulnoy.
Preservation in Perspective
The Coordination Office for the Preservation of Written Cultural Heritage (KEK) coordinates and optimises the preservation of original written materials and thus makes a significant contribution to safeguarding the cultural memory of Germany. Funded by the Federal Government Commissioner for Culture and the Media and the Cultural Foundation of the German Federal States, the KEK aims at permanently preserving the written cultural heritage in German archives, libraries, museums and other memorial institutions. Since its foundation in 2011, the KEK has funded over 1,000 projects from individual restoration to mass deacidification.With the international 'Preservation in Perspective' conference, held in 2021 at the James-Simon-Galerie in Berlin, the KEK has opened a forum for international exchange on preservation and the strategies that will determine future action in this field. The papers presented at the conference discussed current developments, synergies with digitisation projects and opportunities for international cooperation. The proceedings summarise the results of the conference as a starting point for an international discourse on the future of preservation.
Write Well
Unlock your full potential as a writer with this weekly collection of practical advice from a seasoned pro. With over 40 years of experience in both fiction and nonfiction, Angela Hunt offers a year's worth of insights on writing, publishing, and the business of being a writer-delivered in concise, actionable nuggets.Each week, you'll find expert advice on various topics, including: *Mastering vocabulary and key publishing terms*Crafting unforgettable characters and compelling plots*Making time for writing, even with a busy schedule*Navigating the complexities of the writing business*Personal anecdotes that illuminate the writing life*And much more, including answers to common reader questions in a Q&A format.Perfect for writers at any stage, this collection is designed to help you sharpen your craft, boost your creativity, and succeed in the competitive world of publishing. Whether you're working on your first draft or looking to refine your skills, these weekly lessons provide the tools and motivation you need to become the best writer you can be. Start today-and make every week a step toward mastering your craft.
How to Write a Bestselling Workplace Romance
Is there an office romance story inside you, eager to capture readers' hearts from the boardroom to the break room?Master the art of workplace chemistry with "How to Write a Bestselling Workplace Romance," the guide that makes crafting compelling corporate love stories as natural as your morning coffee run.Learn from successful authors as they share their expertise, walking you through every step from first draft to final polish, helping you create stories that climb the career-and bestseller-ladder.Win over agents and publishers with proven techniques for developing realistic office dynamics, authentic workplace conflicts, and sizzling professional relationships that maintain appropriate boundaries while building irresistible tension. Create memorable characters navigating the delicate balance between career ambition and matters of the heart.If you dream of seeing your books in readers' hands during their lunch breaks and commutes, your time has come.Take that next career step-your writing career awaits!
Fluent Forever (Revised Edition)
The bestselling guide to learning a new language and remembering what you learned, now revised and updated "A brilliant and thoroughly modern guide . . . If you want a new language to stick, start here."--Gary Marcus, cognitive psychologist and author of the New York Times bestseller Guitar Zero Gabriel Wyner speaks seven foreign languages fluently. He didn't learn them in school--who does? Rather, he mastered each one on his own, drawing on free online resources, short practice sessions, and his knowledge of neuroscience and linguistics. In Fluent Forever, Wyner shares his foolproof method for learning any language. It starts by hacking the way your brain naturally encodes information. You'll discover how to hear new sounds and train your tongue to produce them accurately. You'll connect spellings and sounds to images so that you start thinking in a new language without translating. With spaced-repetition systems, you'll build a foundation for your language in a week and learn hundreds of words a month--with just a few minutes of practice each day. This revised edition also shares fresh strategies that Wyner has refined over years of study. You'll learn to - use your interests to curate vocabulary that you'll actually be excited to study- fast-track fluency, with a new appendix devoted to conversation strategies with native speakers- compile the best language-learning tool kit for your budget- harness the science of motivation and habit building to turbocharge your progress- find the perfect level of difficulty with reading and listening comprehension to stay engaged and avoid frustration With suggestions for helpful study aids and a wealth of free resources, the intuitive techniques in this book will offer you the most efficient and rewarding way to learn a new language.
Ronald E. Day
This book contains two early papers written by Ronald E. Day while he was a student at the University of California, Berkeley, during 1992-1993, which mark the beginnings of his deconstruction of the modern conception of information as the latest form of Western metaphysics. The themes in these two pieces run throughout his later works. The papers demonstrate the intersection of formalist poetics and information science, and the appearance of phenomenology and critical theory in information studies. The problematics that they analyze, that of the temporality of information systems and the phenomenological appearance and constitution as knowledge of natural entities, along with the intersection of politics and information studies, remain relevant today.Ronald E. Day is Professor of Information and Library Science at University of Indiana Bloomington. His research is in the philosophy, history, politics, and culture of information, documentation, knowledge, and communication in the 20th and into the 21st centuries in the U.S. and Western Europe and in the discipline of Library and Information Science. The approach he takes is that of Critical Information Studies/ Critical Informatics. In this approach I use rhetorical, conceptual, and historical analyses. Along with many articles and book chapters, he has written Indexing it All: The Subject in the Age of Documentation, Information, and Data (MIT Press, 2014) and The Modern Invention of Information: Discourse, History, and Power (Southern Illinois University Press, 2001). He co-translated into English and co-edited the mid-twentieth century French documentalist Suzanne Briet's book, What is Documentation? With Claire McInerney he co-edited the book Rethinking Knowledge Management: From Knowledge Objects to Knowledge Processes.
A Complete Guide to Training Library Staff
This practical guidebook presents an infrastructure for training library staff, starting with a robust onboarding process and continuing through a staff member's entire duration at an institution.Because library services and resources can change rapidly, ongoing training is an important aspect of library operations. Training can be a particular challenge at large, multi-branch library systems, because it can be difficult to ensure all staff are able to receive the relevant information.Written for library managers and training leaders, A Complete Guide to Training Library Staff presents a comprehensive lifecycle for staff development with a focus on tools and techniques to build a sustainable training program, set staff up for success in their positions, and develop a positive and supportive community across the library. Authors Emily Leachman and A. Garrison Libby spearheaded their library's movement to largely online trainings, which are inclusive of staff at all branch locations.This practical guidebook helps managers and trainers develop a comprehensive plan that allows new staff to quickly become acquainted with the operations of the library, provides ongoing training to make staff aware of new procedures and services, and creates a collaborative and supportive training environment to empower staff to learn and lead.
Art at the Intersection of Librarianship and Social Justice
What roles do libraries play in supporting artistic expression? For librarian-artists, how does artistic practice influence their work as librarians and vice versa? And how does social justice, especially feminism, intersect with both artistic practice and librarianship? This edited collection consists of chapters by librarians who work as artists as well as those who work extensively with artists or arts practitioners. They discuss the intersection of their work as librarians with their artistic practice, including the role that social justice and feminism play in both arenas, and the significance of the arts in contentious times.Nina Clements is the English & Humanities Librarian at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. She earned an MLIS from the University of Pittsburgh in 2007 and an MFA in creative writing from Sarah Lawrence College in 2004. She has published in academic and creative venues; her publications include a chapter in The Feminist Reference Desk (Library Juice Press) and poems in Prairie Schooner.
Enabling Learning
Enabling Learning: Language Teaching for Australian Universities illuminates efforts by tertiary language educators to facilitate the learning of languages at the university level. The educators' endeavours recounted in this volume address a range of specific aspects of the language learning experience or language teaching within tertiary education institutions. The chapters offer an overview of learning approaches and experiences, from the beginner to the advanced level, of different learning environments, from the traditional to online and hybrid, and of different languages, from Indigenous to European to East Asian. This work foregrounds the relevance of improved accessibility to language learning in the university context, presents innovative educational solutions informed by the examination of specific contexts, and asserts the importance of developing intercultural competence.
Self-Publishing Secrets
Would you like to live off the income from your book and tell your boss where to go?Have you written a book but can't get any publishing house to bite?Have you always dreamed of writing a book but think it's impossible?Having achieved great success at an international level with my first book and received the terrible news that my father's retirement pension was going to be less than 600 a month, I became obsessed with the idea of finding a system that would guarantee anyone who decided to write a book enough passive income to be able to escape the system that my father was forced to endure.Discover the system that will enable you to create your own retirement fund in under a year and with JUST ONE BOOK.You're probably thinking "there has to be a catch". Well, yes, there is. The good news is that I'm going to detail the entire process to you, step by step, so that you too can apply it.In this 100% practical guide, you'll discover: - How to write your book in less than 30 days.- How to self-publish your book with publishing house quality - without needing a publishing house.- How to secure a retirement fund with just one book and in under a year.- And much, much more.This book is for you if: - You would like to write a book, but you don't know what to write about or where to start.- You dream of becoming a bestselling author.- You're wondering whether to find a publishing house or self-publish.- You want to guarantee a decent retirement pension.- You're looking for a new source of passive income.- You'd like to hook up more without having to sign up for salsa classes;)- ...You can spend the rest of your life talking about that book you want, or... you can start by reading Self-Publishing Secrets NOW and turn your life around within a year from now.
Android, Assembled
Android, Assembled unpacks the phenomenon of social robots-not as monolithic machines but as sociotechnical assemblages, pieced together from bodily features (like heads and sensors) and the elements we read into them (like gender and authority). Each chapter explores the philosophical, theoretical, empirical, or technical understanding of discrete robot components to offer a deeper look into how those parts contribute to what social robots are and how humans experience them. Part I (Explicit Anatomy) considers the manifest components of robots-those that make up the physical robot and its capabilities: Shapes, heads, faces, eyes, legs, feet, wings, color, clothing, gestures, postures, speech, text, screens, memory, information, sensors, actuators, organic elements, and distributed elements. Part II (Implicit Anatomy) explores the parts of social robots that humans infer or interpret: Image, interactivity, cuteness, gender, power, authority, membership, cognition, decision-making, aliveness, mindedness, obligations, and ultimately the kind of thing a robot is. Along with the state of the art and science, each author gives a provocation to highlight open questions and possible futures.
Approaches to Teaching the Works of Jorge Luis Borges
Essays on teaching a major Latin American writerOften considered a writer who transcends national borders, Jorge Luis Borges also aimed to reinvent the history and traditions of his own country, Argentina. His unconventional works appeal to students, who nonetheless can find his richly intertextual prose challenging. Addressing courses in Spanish and in English, this volume offers innovative approaches that help students navigate the texts, engage with them emotionally and creatively, and understand the time and place of their production while connecting them to the present.Part 1, "Materials," provides detailed biographical information about Borges as well as print and digital resources. The essays in part 2, "Approaches," offer strategies for discussing his writing process, his manuscripts, and the material history and translation of his texts. Contributors also examine Borges's influences, which include film, mythology, history, and ideas of Islam and Judaism; the author's interest in humor and games; and resonances with other literary works.This volume also contains discussion of the following authors and works: Miguel de Cervantes, Don Quixote; Sandra Cisneros, The House on Mango Street, A House of My Own, Loose Woman; Aelius Lampridus, Scriptores Historiae Augustae; Christopher Nolan, Interstellar; Pliny, Naturalis Historia; William Shakespeare, The Merchant of Venice, Twelfth Night, Macbeth, Hamlet, The Tempest; Josef von Sternberg, Underworld; S-Town; Orson Welles, Citizen Kane; Colson Whitehead, The Underground Railroad; The Wizard of Oz.
Facing the Lion
The third volume in the Writers on Life and Craft Series. Ellen Bryant Voight, X. J. Kennedy, Francine Prose, and Marvin Bell, among others, give intimate accounts of the struggle to create something worthy of being published and read.
Self-Publishing Secrets
Would you like to live off the income from your book and tell your boss where to go?Have you written a book but can't get any publishing house to bite?Have you always dreamed of writing a book but think it's impossible?Having achieved great success at an international level with my first book and received the terrible news that my father's retirement pension was going to be less than 600 a month, I became obsessed with the idea of finding a system that would guarantee anyone who decided to write a book enough passive income to be able to escape the system that my father was forced to endure.Discover the system that will enable you to create your own retirement fund in under a year and with JUST ONE BOOK.You're probably thinking "there has to be a catch". Well, yes, there is. The good news is that I'm going to detail the entire process to you, step by step, so that you too can apply it.In this 100% practical guide, you'll discover: - How to write your book in less than 30 days.- How to self-publish your book with publishing house quality - without needing a publishing house.- How to secure a retirement fund with just one book and in under a year.- And much, much more.This book is for you if: - You would like to write a book, but you don't know what to write about or where to start.- You dream of becoming a bestselling author.- You're wondering whether to find a publishing house or self-publish.- You want to guarantee a decent retirement pension.- You're looking for a new source of passive income.- You'd like to hook up more without having to sign up for salsa classes;)- ...You can spend the rest of your life talking about that book you want, or... you can start by reading Self-Publishing Secrets NOW and turn your life around within a year from now.
Approaches to Teaching the Works of Jorge Luis Borges
Essays on teaching a major Latin American writerOften considered a writer who transcends national borders, Jorge Luis Borges also aimed to reinvent the history and traditions of his own country, Argentina. His unconventional works appeal to students, who nonetheless can find his richly intertextual prose challenging. Addressing courses in Spanish and in English, this volume offers innovative approaches that help students navigate the texts, engage with them emotionally and creatively, and understand the time and place of their production while connecting them to the present.Part 1, "Materials," provides detailed biographical information about Borges as well as print and digital resources. The essays in part 2, "Approaches," offer strategies for discussing his writing process, his manuscripts, and the material history and translation of his texts. Contributors also examine Borges's influences, which include film, mythology, history, and ideas of Islam and Judaism; the author's interest in humor and games; and resonances with other literary works.This volume also contains discussion of the following authors and works: Miguel de Cervantes, Don Quixote; Sandra Cisneros, The House on Mango Street, A House of My Own, Loose Woman; Aelius Lampridus, Scriptores Historiae Augustae; Christopher Nolan, Interstellar; Pliny, Naturalis Historia; William Shakespeare, The Merchant of Venice, Twelfth Night, Macbeth, Hamlet, The Tempest; Josef von Sternberg, Underworld; S-Town; Orson Welles, Citizen Kane; Colson Whitehead, The Underground Railroad; The Wizard of Oz.
New Horizons in Artificial Intelligence in Libraries
There is increasing use of AI technologies in many aspects of library operations and types of libraries. This ranges across public, national, research, academic and special libraries and includes public and reference services, automated classification, special and research collections, archives and customer service through chatbots and discovery systems. Vendors are also adding elements of AI in new and existing library products including search and discovery and research platforms and recommender systems. The role and impact of AI present opportunities and challenges and open future possibilities. IT plays a significant role in the development and use of AI technologies, but ethical considerations and wider organizational thinking must also play an equally significant role. AI's uses can have considerable impact and possible unintended consequences on library operations and services and wider societal implications. All of this is considered in this both pragmatic and wider philosophical text. This publication provides an opportunity to explore developing new library AI paradigms, including present use case practical implementation and opportunities on the horizon as well as current large ethics questions and needs for transparency, scenario planning, considerations and implications of bias as library AI systems are developed and implemented presently and for our collective future.
Career Services and Workforce Development Centers for Libraries
This book is the starting point for libraries interested in supporting career/workforce development work. It goes beyond the "collection development" activities and suggests the model of embedded librarianship to actively position librarians in career centers and librarians within workforce development issues.
Career Services and Workforce Development Centers for Libraries
This book is the starting point for libraries interested in supporting career/workforce development work. It goes beyond the "collection development" activities and suggests the model of embedded librarianship to actively position librarians in career centers and librarians within workforce development issues.
Leadership Succession and Transition for Museums and Arts Organizations
This book will help facilitate successful leadership transition in museums and arts organizations.
We Can Teach That
Information literacy is a complex subject that finally arrived at the doorstep of school libraries. This book inspires librarians to teach literacy at all levels. For decades academic researchers have been trying to capture the essence of information literacy, its educational, cognitive and civic value. The collection of book chapters offered in We Can Teach That is a handbook that can be used as an inspiration for teaching various types of literacy: visual, digital, multicultural, health and more. The book asks important questions: When do we start teaching information literacy? How do we teach it? How does it affect our students at their education level? How does it prepare them for their post high school adult life? Does it impact their transition to college or career? Dziedzic-Elliott and her collaborators provide a range of best practices and concepts that inspire thinking about teaching information literacy at all levels. Although written with school librarians in mind, the book can be easily adapted by teachers, school administrators and even public librarians who are looking to incorporate information literacy elements in their daily practices. The book challenges the reader to rethink what they know about digital or tech literacy, breaks some stereotypical concepts about multicultural literacy and highlights the importance of literacies even in adulthood.
We Can Teach That
Information literacy is a complex subject that finally arrived at the doorstep of school libraries. This book inspires librarians to teach literacy at all levels. For decades academic researchers have been trying to capture the essence of information literacy, its educational, cognitive and civic value. The collection of book chapters offered in We Can Teach That is a handbook that can be used as an inspiration for teaching various types of literacy: visual, digital, multicultural, health and more. The book asks important questions: When do we start teaching information literacy? How do we teach it? How does it affect our students at their education level? How does it prepare them for their post high school adult life? Does it impact their transition to college or career? Dziedzic-Elliott and her collaborators provide a range of best practices and concepts that inspire thinking about teaching information literacy at all levels. Although written with school librarians in mind, the book can be easily adapted by teachers, school administrators and even public librarians who are looking to incorporate information literacy elements in their daily practices. The book challenges the reader to rethink what they know about digital or tech literacy, breaks some stereotypical concepts about multicultural literacy and highlights the importance of literacies even in adulthood.
The significance of reading in the English class. A lesson plan with Khaled Hosseini's "A Thousand Splendid Suns"
On Writing Series
Series fiction has exploded in popularity with the rise of digital publishing, drawing attention from readers and institutions alike.Yet writing series fiction isn't always easy-developing characters and stories capable of iterate through multiple volumes while still engaging readers is a challenge for any author, and our understanding of how series fiction works is still couched in terminology associated with stand-alone titles.Peter M. Ball began researching the poetics of series fiction after writing a sequel and discovering all his storytelling instincts no longer applied. This book is the culmination of culmination of several years of research into why series fiction is different to writing a stand-alone book, and how those differences can be used to generate poetic effects.
Making Writing Work for You
A practical guide to writing part-time and making income. Harold Taylor is a testament to the power of writing. Writing has been his key to building confidence as an author, financing his education, and establishing a thriving speaking and training business. Even in semi-retirement, writing continues to sustain his lifestyle, mirroring the success he enjoyed during his professional career. In Making Writing Work for You, Harold shares the secrets behind his success, offering insights and strategies that anyone who is passionate about writing can apply. Whether you're a seasoned writer or just starting, you'll discover that rejection isn't failure, patience is invaluable, and it's perfectly fine to explore various genres to find the one that satisfies your creative aspirations. This book is a guide for anyone looking to make writing work for them, just as it has for Harold.
Review Tales - A Book Magazine For Indie Authors - 13th Edition (Winter 2025)
Launched in 2016, Review Tales Magazine is a distinguished publication that enriches, enlightens, and champions the art of writing. Dedicated to empowering indie authors by showcasing their exceptional talents, our quarterly magazine serves as a vibrant hub for readers, writers, and self-publishers alike. Each issue is a curated compilation encompassing insightful author confessions, exclusive interviews, sage advice, comprehensive book reviews, and compelling literary pieces. Review Tales Magazine is not just a magazine; it's an essential resource and a gathering place for the creative and the curious, making it an indispensable addition to the collection of anyone passionate about the written word.Contributors: Candace Lynn TalmadgeEmil RemHawa WhoDan EhlJenna GreeneBenedict StuartAlexander EllisFred CalvertJ. M. ShawKim LenglingLinnea TannerMark LeslieMachiel HoekShama ShamsTong GeTricia CopelandJ. L. YarrowLara GelyaMike PRon RootJennifer Anne GordonCyrus A. AnsaryPatricia Skipper Thomas Richard SpradlinIndignus ServusCharlie Sheldon
Linked Data for Digital Humanities
Linked Open Data for Digital Humanities provides insights into how digital technologies can enrich and diversify humanities scholarship and make it pioneering in the digital age.
Comparative Forms in British and American English
Seminar paper from the year 2010 in the subject Didactics for the subject English - Grammar, Style, Working Technique, grade: 2,3, language: English, abstract: First, the development of adjective forms of comparison should be clarified from the old English untill nowadays to explain the shifts of comparative structures in two national standards. The major change in the development of comparative formation across time span is the shift in American English from synthetic to analytic comparatives. The Standard English shows another pattern of development: the change from analytic to synthetic comparatives. Secondly, the major differences between British and American varieties in the usage of adjective forms should be explained. Focusing on the syllabic structure and frequency of adjectives, it will be shown that American English prefers more analytic comparatives than British English. Additionally, American variety uses fewer comparatives of both synthetic and analytic kind than British variety (Gonzalez-Diaz 2008, Hilpert 2007, Mondorf 2009, Kyt繹 and Romaine 2000). Moreover, the investigation of different text types and complexity of those texts will help to explain the difference in usage of adjective comparison between two national standards. Finally, the development of American English in relation to British English will be outlined. In most cases, American English develops independently from British English in terms of adjective formation. American variety prefers innovations whereas British variety tends to preserve older features. This supports the idea that American English does not follow the steps of British English in terms of comparative structure change. So, to regard the American variety as an instance of colonial lag should be misleading. A better understanding of these issues will be presented in the following pages.
Fiction Writing with ChatGPT
***Global Book Awards Silver Medal Winner***A Comprehensive Guide to ChatGPT for Every Fiction WriterYou've heard all the hype - both the positive and the negative. One thing is for sure, A.I. is here to stay. If you're writing literary fiction, romance, fantasy, sci fi, mystery, thriller, young adult, or any other fiction genre, you need to know how to use it.In Writing Fiction with ChatGPT you'll discover how you can leverage this amazing technology without sacrificing the essence of your story writing.Discover ChatGPT's role in your writingHow to use it to improve your novelsHow to make it improve your writing skillsPractical advice and real-world examples to enhance your creative processThis comprehensive guide is your essential companion, covering everything from story beginnings to compelling endings. Author Lorraine Johnston has built a career by simplifying tech complexities for laypeople. As a fellow fiction writer, she understands the delicate balance between modern tools and timeless storytelling.Insightful and chuckle-worthy, Writing Fiction with ChatGPT offers a GPS for your creative soul, guiding you through the twists and turns of modern storytelling so you can leverage technology without sacrificing the essence of your stories.Order your copy today. Your next writing milestone is just a page-turn away.
Knowing our Value and our Values
Assessment librarians make decisions every day about what data to collect, how to collect it, who to involve in the assessment, how to engage library users, how to account for social impacts, how to communicate results, and how to align with parent-entity expectations. These decisions are not straight-forward and often involve dilemmas or tensions among competing stakeholders. Knowing our Value and our Values: Toward An Ethical Practice of Library Assessment is based around a central question: how can decision-making be clarified by applying relevant values? To answer that question, a lens of practical ethics is applied, drawing from the professional values of library and information science. The book involves original research that investigates 1) the values that are relevant to assessment decision-making, and 2) how practitioners can put those values into practice to make ethical decisions about assessment. This research informs the design of a practical framework-introduced in this new book-that library assessment practitioners can apply to better discern and resolve ethical dilemmas in their work. The book contributes to the conversation around professional values and ethics in LIS, and ultimately presents a new practical model for ethical decision-making in library assessment.Scott W. H. Young is an associate professor and User Experience & Assessment Librarian at Montana State University in Bozeman, the traditional hunting grounds of the Aps獺alooke (Crow), Niits穩tapi (Blackfeet), and many other Indigenous nations. His work focuses on the co-design and assessment of information services, with related interests in professional ethics. He holds an MA in Archives and Public History from New York University and an MS in Library and Information Science from the Palmer School at Long Island University, and he's an editor of Weave: Journal of Library User Experience. Read more: https: //scottwhyoung.com/.
Preserving Disability
Preserving Disability: Disability and the Archival Profession weaves together first-person narratives and case studies contributed from disabled archivists and disabled archives users, bringing critical perspectives and approaches to the archival profession. Contributed chapters span topics such as accessibility of archives and first-person experiences researching disability collections for disabled archives users; disclosure and accommodations and self-advocacy of disabled archivists; and processing and stewarding disability-related collections. Collectively, these works address the nuances of both disability and archives-critically drawing attention to the histories, present experiences, and future possibilities of the archival profession.
How to Write a Nonfiction Book in 24 Hours
You're ready to write your nonfiction book......but how do you get it done fast?What's the secret to finishing in record time?In How to Write a Nonfiction Book in 24 Hours: A Simple Step-by-Step System for Writing a Good Book Fast, Dale L. Roberts shares his proven techniques to help you complete your book in a single day. Whether you're a first-time author or an experienced writer, this guide breaks down the process into manageable steps, making it easier than ever to go from idea to finished manuscript.Inside, you'll discover: Step-by-step system for writing a nonfiction book fastTime-saving techniques to boost writing efficiencyHow to outline your book for clarity and flowVoice dictation tips for faster content creationTranscription methods for quick, accurate writingStrategies to stay motivated and overcome distractions...and so much more!You'll love this book because it delivers a simple, practical method to finish your book quickly and confidently.Get it now!
Understanding Public Libraries
Understanding Public Libraries: Management, Leadership and Ideology calls on practitioners, students and researchers to fully understand public libraries in order to change them and ensure their survival into the future. In it, experienced library leader John Pateman introduces a new analytical framework, based on the theories of dialectical materialism and cultural hegemony, to the public library. This framework can be used to identify three models of the public library: Management, Leadership and Ideology. This analysis from this book can be used to create an evidence base to demonstrate the social value of public libraries which can in turn be used to defend the public library against financial cuts, to create a business case for investment in public libraries to ensure that they are well funded and sustainable into the future.
