Words, Language & Grammar

In 2022, Andrew Tate went from a little-known kickboxer and failed reality TV star to a lifestyle icon for legions of men and boys, and a figure that would define a new era of misogyny. Tate started the year as a fringe internet celebrity, but by August he was the most googled man in the world.

Let te reo Maori advocate and expert Scotty Morrison teach you the basics of the Maori language in easy 30-minute lessons - anywhere, anytime....

The media guru and bestselling author of Pitch Perfect helps professionals break away from canned communications and find their true—and most effective—voice no matter the workplace.

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....

In Made to Stick, Chip and Dan Heath reveal the anatomy of ideas that stick and explain ways to make ideas stickier, such as applying the human scale principle, using the Velcro Theory of Memory, and creating curiosity gaps....

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

A truly original book in every sense of the word, The Dictionary of Obscure Sorrows poetically defines emotions that we all feel but don’t have the words to express - until now....

BBC presenter and journalist Ros Atkins, creator of the viral 'Ros Atkins on...' explainer videos, offers a practical and accessible guide to getting across complex information clearly....

Since taking over TED in the early 2000s, Chris Anderson has shown how carefully crafted short talks can be the key to unlocking empathy....

If you struggle when you speak, then you are not alone. Public speaking is the number one fear in America....

A Maori Phrase a Day offers a fun and easy entry into the Maori language....

Writing advice tends to be full of "rules" and "tips" which are either too broad to be helpful or outright wrong. In On Writing and Worldbuilding, we will discuss specific and applicable ideas to consider....

Have you ever felt like your message isn’t landing, your voice isn’t being heard, or your words aren’t creating the impact you want?

In this classic, the world’s expert on language and mind lucidly explains everything you always wanted to know about language....

Novelist Jessica Brody presents a comprehensive story-structure guide for novelists that applies the famed Save the Cat! screenwriting methodology to the world of novel writing....

In this groundbreaking synthesis of mindfulness, somatics, and nonviolent communication, Oren Jay Sofer offers simple yet powerful practices to develop healthy, effective, and satisfying ways of communicating....

Excel at Public Speaking. Win over any audience and deliver an unforgettable speech, even if public speaking anxiety has held you back previously!

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....

Hundreds of thousands of teachers have used this highly practical guide to help K-12 students enlarge their vocabulary and get involved in noticing, understanding, and using new words....

In July 1995, San Jose Mercury-News reporter Gary Webb found the Big One - the blockbuster story every journalist secretly dreams about - without even looking for it....

Make your writing and speech shine like the sun! Here’s the most entertaining and instructive book about enlivening and clarifying communication by comparing one thing to another....

In A Lie Too Big to Fail, longtime Kennedy researcher (both JFK and RFK) Lisa Pease lays out, in meticulous detail, how witnesses with evidence of conspiracy were silenced by the Los Angeles Police Department; how evidence was deliberately altered and, in some instances, destroyed....

Looking for a beginner language course that fits into your busy lifestyle and gets you speaking a new language in a matter of weeks, not years? Michel Thomas's unique method is designed to overcome the frustrations usually faced by language learners....

Discover: Expert advice with real-world examples. Proven case studies, tips, and templates. How to get results by capturing, crafting, telling stories, and more....

Imagine writing a spellbinding world that not only enthralls listeners but also brings you joy during the creative process. Our quick guide, jam-packed with easy-to-follow prompts, tips, and techniques, will steer you through the fantasy writing process from start to finish....

The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Personal Statement helps guide students in crafting their stories for the medical school Admission Committees. It's not only a collection of essays from students who got into top schools, but is a showcase of essays that started badly and were honed to tell great stories.

By founding Penguin books and popularizing the paperback, Allen Lane not only changed publishing in Britain, he was also at the forefront of a social and cultural revolution that saw the millions of people given access to what had previously been the preserve of a wealthy few. In Penguin Special, Jeremy Lewis brings this extraordinary era brilliantly to life, recounting how Allen Lane came to launch his Penguins for the price of a packet of cigarettes.

Le Guin’s sharp and witty voice is on full display in this collection of twenty-four essays, revised by the author a decade after its initial publication in 1979. The collection covers a wide range of topics and Le Guin’s origins as a writer, her advocacy for science fiction and fantasy as mediums for true literary exploration, the writing of her own major works such as A Wizard of Earthsea and The Left Hand of Darkness, and her role as a public intellectual and educator.

A team of veteran communication and speaking coaches delivers a groundbreaking new framework to becoming a great communicator. Thanks to the authors' decades of experience, listeners will discover the six essential threshold concepts needed to give talks like the best TED speakers and Fortune 500 leaders. Their practical and accessible approach will help you establish powerful habits in your speaking practice. You'll understand what's preventing you from being influential and persuasive, and build a new foundation toward being a highly effective communicator.

While both nonfiction and fiction genres have their own challenges and complexities, there are several key reasons why many individuals may find writing nonfiction to be easier than writing fiction. Nonfiction offers opportunities for personal and professional growth while contributing significantly to the dissemination of knowledge and the improvement of shared comprehension. Whether aiming to educate, motivate, or provoke thought and stimulate reaction, a nonfiction author leaves a lasting impression on both readers and society.

Step into the vivid, paradoxical world of G. K. Chesterton—where saints dance with skeptics, riddles reveal truth, and the ordinary becomes extraordinary. Best known for his wit and philosophical insight, Chesterton’s poetry is a rich blend of humor, faith, social commentary, and fierce imagination. From the rousing rhythms of “Lepanto” to the introspective depth of “The Ballad of the White Horse”, this curated selection showcases Chesterton’s signature style: playful yet profound, grounded yet soaring.

Hands shaking? Mind blank? That familiar dread before speaking to a crowd? You're not alone – 75% of people share that fear. But what if speaking to THOUSANDS could feel as natural, as connecting, or talking to ONE trusted friend? This isn't about some rare, inborn talent. Many legends, from Gandhi to Buffett, battled intense shyness. They didn't avoid the stage; they discovered how to own it, and so can you. This guide provides strategies to conquer fear, connect with your audience, and see public speaking as an opportunity to reach, motivate, and inspire.

Need to get lots done? Struggling to fit it all in? We all do. Written by a mum with two tiny humans and the challenge to write and release twenty books in one year. While also podcasting weekly, running a writer’s group and a host of other things. This book is jam packed with techniques, tips and suggestions on ways to work out what you want to do most, work out how to do it, and then get it done. For those times when there doesn’t seem to be enough time. For those moments when everything seems to matter, but none of it fits.

The fear of public speaking is a common experience, affecting individuals across diverse professions and backgrounds. This book recognizes that fear and provides a comprehensive approach to understanding and overcoming it. It bridges the gap between the neuroscience of anxiety and the practical application of techniques for building confidence and delivering effective presentations.

Книжка известного драматурга Андрея Зинчука фактически является пособием для пишущих или начинающих писать для театра и кино. Профессиональный драматург, выпускник Сценарного отделения Сценарно-киноведческого факультета ВГИКа, он хорошо знаком с предметом, чьи основы и приёмы разбирает в своей работе – в работе о драматургии, которая является фундаментом для сценических, экранных и аудио видов искусств таких, как театр, кино, телевидение, радио, а теперь и Интернет.

Do you carry a story inside you—one that stirs beneath the surface, whispering to be told? Are you a story catcher, inspired to gather and tell the stories of this time? Or perhaps you are a story carrier—one who tends to and keeps old stories alive so they may breathe among us once more. If so, you already know that storytelling is more than just words. It’s a vessel for profound alchemy and transformation. With Sacred Storytelling, you’ll be taken on an immersive journey with master storyteller Leah Lamb into the art of conscious storytelling as a living, ancient practice.

What if your book could succeed without wasting months on social media or thousands on ads? Smart Book Launch is the clear, practical roadmap every nonfiction author needs to turn their message into real book sales — even without a big platform. Whether you’re self-published, traditionally published, or somewhere in between, this guide walks you step by step through what actually works in today’s noisy publishing world. You’ll learn how to build momentum before your launch, sell with confidence even if you’re starting from scratch, and keep sales coming in long after your book goes live.

How can we design for equity and justice in our community partnerships? This field guide offers a vision for enacting social justice with community partners. Working from a community’s resources and strengths toward the goal of building its internal capacity, this book considers how actions such as grassroots activism, decolonization efforts, co-resistance movements, and social change initiatives can support reciprocity and mutuality.

Bitch is a bitch of a word. It used to be a straightforward insult, but today—after so many variations and efforts to reject or reclaim the word—it's not always entirely clear what it means. Bitch is a chameleon. There are good bitches and bad bitches; sexy bitches and psycho bitches; boss bitches and even perfect bitches. This eye-opening deep-dive account takes us on a journey spanning a millennium, from its humble beginnings as a word for a female dog through to its myriad meanings today, proving that sometimes you can teach an old dog new tricks.

This must-listen book is the ultimate guide to not only writing and publishing your first book but the ultimate vehicle to business growth through leveraging the opportunities that becoming a published author brings. This book has the answers for you. It is the proven system that will take you step-by-step through the process of navigating your structure, content and all those infinite details needed to publish. Hundreds of men and women in business are following this exact system, The Ultimate 48 Hour Author Blueprint, to create transformation in their own, and their client’s lives.

بعد أن رأيتُ العروض التي يقدمها "مارك" وقرأت له هذا الكتاب، تعلمت بعض النصائح الرائعة لتبني موقف فكريٍّ ونهج إيجابيٍّ لتقديم العروض التقديمية بثقة؛ ولذلك فإنني أنصح بشدة بتطبيق الأفكار العملية المطروحة في هذا الكتاب؛ لأنها تمنحك مكاسب سريعة لتحسين طريقتك في تقديم العروض التقديمية في المستقبل.

In this must-listen audiobook, Australia’s leading book mentor Natasa Denman shares the proven tips and strategies that will set you up for your book writing success. Natasa has helped hundreds of people just like you, from all around the world, go from uncertain, fearful and confused, to published authors.

Ready to swap the 9-to-5 grind for a writing career you control? The Freelancer’s Playbook hands you a proven, step-by-step system for turning words into a predictable income—without the guess-work, overwhelm, or feast-or-famine cycle.

The One-Hour Author empowers busy professionals to write, publish, and launch a book that builds their brand—without sacrificing their well-being. Start your journey today and see how one hour a week can turn your dream into a reality.

Once upon a time there was a novel that opened at a normal house in a typical street in England. Arthur Dent awoke to discover it was about to be demolished to make way for a new village by-pass. The Hitch Hiker’s Guide to the Galaxy began. Once upon a time another novel opened at another normal house in a typical street in England. 4, Privet Drive, home of Mr and Mrs Dursley. The infant Harry Potter was about to be deposited on their doorstep.