Words, Language & Grammar

Practical, fun and effective. Welcome to Learn with Paul Noble – a unique, tried and tested language learning method that has been used by millions. You'll be speaking French fluently and confidently in no time at all. Take a simple, relaxed approach to learning a language that has been proven...

Practical, fun and effective. Welcome to Learn with Paul Noble – a unique, tried and tested language learning method that has been used by millions. You'll be speaking Spanish fluently and confidently in no time at all. Take a simple, relaxed approach to learning a language that has been...

Practical, fun and effective. Welcome to Learn with Paul Noble – a unique, tried and tested language learning method that has been used by millions. You'll be speaking Italian fluently and confidently in no time at all. Take a simple, relaxed approach to learning a language that has been...

Anyone can see the place where the children died. You take the Princes Highway past Geelong, and keep going west in the direction of Colac....

When the Coalition government of Australia was overthrown in 2022, it was tempting to portray the loss as merely a repudiation of Scott Morrison...

Let te reo Maori advocate and expert Scotty Morrison teach you the basics of the Maori language in easy 30-minute lessons - anywhere, anytime. Scotty's bestselling Maori Made Easy books and workbooks in print have already helped over 100,000 people on their journey to learn te reo Maori. Now...

Practical, fun and effective. Welcome to Learn with Paul Noble – a unique, tried and tested language learning method that has been used by millions. You'll be speaking Mandarin Chinese fluently and confidently in no time at all. Take a simple, relaxed approach to learning a language that has...

“Mary Oliver would probably never admit to anything so grandiose as an effort to connect the conscious mind and the heart (that’s what she says poetry can do), but that is exactly what she accomplishes in this stunning little handbook.”—Los Angeles Times From the beloved, legendary poet...

At thirty years old, Gabriel Wyner speaks six languages fluently—and he didn’t learn them in school. Here he wants to show others what he’s discovered.

We were promised a global village; we got a gladiatorial arena. No longer just a tool for connection, social media has spawned an entire outrage industry harvesting and monetising our worst impulses. Welcome to the era of Angertainment. Angertainment shows how our emotions are being hijacked to...

Quick, easy and effortless. Welcome to Learn with Paul Noble – a unique, tried and tested language learning method that has been used by millions. You'll be speaking Italian fluently and confidently in no time at all. Take your Italian to the next level with Paul Noble's simple, relaxed...

UNLOCK THE BEAUTY OF THE IRISH LANGUAGE WITH EASE! In The Gaeilge Guide, Mollie Guidera - Ireland's leading online Irish teacher and creator of the hit platform 'Irish with Mollie' - brings her joyful, down-to-earth approach to the page in a book guaranteed to spark your connection to the Irish...

In a single volume, the seminal writings of the world's leading philosopher, linguist, and critic, published to coincide with his 80th birthday....

In Made in America, Bryson de-mythologizes his native land....

Roughly half the world's population speaks languages derived from a shared linguistic source known as Proto-Indo-European. But who were the early speakers of this ancient mother tongue, and how did they manage to spread it around the globe? Until now, their identity has remained a tantalizing...

A professional screenwriter's master class in writing the most critical and challenging script element - the individual scene. No one comes out of a movie talking about structure. What audiences love and remember about a movie are great scenes. Marlon Brando in the back seat in On the Waterfront...

Engage your readers with emotion. While writers might disagree over showing versus telling or plotting versus pantsing, none would argue this: If you want to write strong fiction, you must make your readers feel. The reader's experience must be an emotional journey of its own, one as involving...

Dale Carnegie, author of the legendary How to Win Friends and Influence People, began his career as the premier "life coach" of the 20th century by teaching the art of public speaking. Public speaking, as Carnegie saw it, is a vital skill that can be attained through basic and repeated steps...

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER An essential volume for generations of writers young and old. The twenty-fifth anniversary edition of this modern classic will continue to spark creative minds for years to come. Anne Lamott is "a warm, generous, and hilarious guide through the writer’s world and...

Following on the heels of Lisa Cron's breakout first book, Wired for Story, this writing guide reveals how to use cognitive storytelling strategies to build a scene-by-scene blueprint for a riveting story. It’s every novelist’s greatest fear: pouring their blood, sweat, and tears into...

Never Be Afraid to Speak to a Group Again....

Quick, easy and effortless. Welcome to Learn with Paul Noble – a unique, tried and tested language learning method that has been used by millions. You'll be speaking Spanish fluently and confidently in no time at all. This course covers both European and Latin American Spanish. Take your...

The biggest fear of people living in the western world today is stated to be public speaking....

Linguistics, the study of language, has a reputation for being complex and inaccessible....

The first novel-writing guide from the best-selling Save the Cat! story-structure series, which reveals the 15 essential plot points needed to make any novel a success. Novelist Jessica Brody presents a comprehensive story-structure guide for novelists that applies the famed Save the Cat!...

Flexible, enjoyable and accessible. Welcome to Learn with Paul Noble – a unique, tried and tested language learning method that has been used by millions. You'll be speaking German fluently and confidently in no time at all. Take a simple, relaxed approach to learning a language that has been...

Bloomsbury presents Concrete by Stephen Parnell, read by Matt Addis. Object Lessons is a series of short, beautifully designed books about the hidden lives of ordinary things. Concrete has an image problem. Portrayed as boring, cheap, and thoughtless, it is often considered synonymous with bad...

Discover a foolproof method for crafting customer-centric copy that converts visitors into leads and leads into sales—while staying true to your brand. The most effective copywriters aren’t wordsmiths—they’re salespeople. They follow a hidden system that helps them sell anything, from...

You’ve got a story inside you—but writing it feels impossible. What if writing didn’t have to be a struggle? What if all you had to do was harness your brain's natural storytelling instincts to craft the book you’ve always dreamed of? If you’re having trouble bringing your story to life, the problem isn’t you. It’s that you’ve been buried under a mountain of rigid rules, theory, and advice that contradicts itself.

Accelerate your Spanish language learning with subliminal audio designed to build your vocabulary while you sleep. By blending calming ambient soundscapes with the five hundred most frequently used words, this gentle nighttime immersion shifts the heavy lifting of memorization to your resting...

Turn your raw movie idea into an industry-ready feature script with this practical, step-by-step screenwriting guide. Overcome the terror of the blank page by following a single, hypothetical film concept from initial spark to a fully realized final draft. Demystify the storytelling process and...

Transform your blank page into a finished fiction manuscript with this practical creative writing guide. Whether you are battling writer's block or seeking inspiration during a morning commute, this step-by-step roadmap demystifies the storytelling process. Stop dreaming about drafting a book...

Transform your daily emails and business reports into persuasive nonfiction prose that instantly commands attention. Perfect for your morning commute, this practical toolkit eliminates the anxiety of staring at a blank page. Master the art of clear communication to elevate your career and...

Escape social media burnout and build a profitable book marketing system that sells your writing on autopilot. If you are an overwhelmed indie author tired of unpredictable algorithms, this practical guide offers a reassuring path forward. Discover how to cultivate a loyal readership without...

Bridge the gap between human cognition and artificial intelligence to master the future of communication. Perfect for a thought-provoking daily commute, this accessible deep dive reveals how biological brains and digital algorithms transform raw sound waves into meaningful connection. Whether...

You don’t need to be a writer to write the book that changes everything.

Transform your writing side hustle into a highly profitable freelance business that guarantees total freedom. If you are tired of chronic undercharging and endless gig hunting, this empowering guide is the ultimate blueprint for your career transition. Perfect for a morning commute, these...

Master creative writing and build unforgettable antagonists that drive plot conflict and torment your protagonist. Whether you are outlining your first fantasy novel or deeply focused on revising a thriller manuscript, this practical guide provides the exact tools needed to craft morally complex...

Master creative writing and craft gripping whodunits that keep readers guessing until the final thrilling plot twist. Whether you are brainstorming during a focused daily commute or outlining at your desk, this inspiring roadmap provides a concrete blueprint for aspiring fiction authors. Stop...

Turn dreaded homework into joyful creative writing with playful storytelling exercises that spark childhood imagination. Whether you are homeschooling around the living room table or looking for engaging afternoon family activities, this encouraging guide replaces frustration with pure fun...

Master artificial intelligence and boost productivity with expert prompt engineering tactics that deliver rapid results. Whether commuting to the office or brainstorming creative projects from your desk, this hands-on audio experience empowers you to confidently communicate with modern language...

Conquer social anxiety and master assertive communication to stop feeling overlooked in every important conversation. Whether you are commuting to a stressful workplace meeting or struggling to set boundaries at home, speaking with power is a learnable skill, not an inborn trait. This empowering...

Overcome writer's block and transform raw emotion into powerful creative writing with this guide to the poetic craft. Whether you are commuting or seeking a fulfilling artistic outlet, you can build a sustainable habit that turns fleeting inspiration into striking verses. Replace the mystery of...

Transform public speaking anxiety into magnetic professional communication with this calming, actionable roadmap. Whether you are prepping for a high-stakes virtual meeting or battling stage fright before a keynote, having a supportive coach in your ear makes all the difference. Turn your daily...

Uncover the gripping evolution of human speech in this narrative history that turns linguistics into an epic adventure. Perfect for a curious commute or a lifelong learning journey, this immersive exploration traces our everyday vocabulary back to ancient battlefields and forgotten tribes...

Conquer stage fright and transform communication anxiety into steady, career-building confidence in any presentation. Whether you are bracing for a high-stakes boardroom pitch or simply trying to speak up in daily virtual meetings, your nervous system does not have to dictate your success. Learn...

Transform presentation anxiety into powerful confidence with actionable communication skills for everyday professionals. Whether you are preparing for a high-stakes boardroom pitch or a virtual team meeting, this empowering audio guide normalizes the fear of the spotlight. Learn to quiet...

Transform presentation anxiety into commanding leadership with proven business communication frameworks. Whether you are commuting to your next big pitch or logging into a high-stakes virtual meeting, this empowering audio experience equips you with the exact tools to captivate your listeners...

Conquer presentation anxiety and master business communication without faking your authentic leadership style. Whether you are commuting to a high-stakes pitch or preparing to address your team, this empowering guide shifts your focus from theatrical performance to genuine connection. Ground...

Master the art of public speaking and transform communication anxiety into magnetic leadership and influence. Whether you are navigating high-stakes interviews, tense boardrooms, or daily team huddles, this empowering guide equips you to command any room. Stop merely surviving presentations and...