Communication & Social Skills

Updated for today’s readers, Dale Carnegie’s timeless bestseller How to Win Friends and Influence People is a classic that has improved and transformed the professional and personal and lives of millions. One of the best-known motivational guides in history, Dale Carnegie’s groundbreaking...

OVER HALF A MILLION COPIES SOLD A must-have resource for anyone who lives or works with young kids, with an introduction by Adele Faber, coauthor of How to Talk So Kids Will Listen & Listen So Kids Will Talk, the international mega-bestseller The Boston Globe dubbed “The Parenting Bible.”...

"You'll not only break the ice, you'll melt it away with your new skills." -Larry King "The lost art of verbal communication may be revitalized by Leil Lowndes." -Harvey McKay, author of How to Swim with the Sharks Without Being Eaten Alive What is that magic quality that makes some people...

33 Strategies of War is a comprehensive guide to the subtle social game of everyday life, informed by the most ingenious and effective military principles in war. It's the I-Ching of conflict, the contemporary companion to Sun Tzu's The Art of War, and is abundantly illustrated with examples...

NLP (neuro-linguistic programming) has helped millions to overcome their fears, increase their confidence, and achieve greater success in their personal and professional lives and relationships....

What if you could defuse tension and create accord in even the most volatile situations—just by changing the way you spoke? Over the past 35 years, Marshall Rosenberg has done just that, peacefully resolving conflicts in families, schools, businesses, and governments in 30 countries all over...

From the bestselling author of The Bomber Mafia, learn what sets high achievers apart—from Bill Gates to the Beatles—in this seminal work from "a singular talent" (New York Times Book Review). In this stunning book, Malcolm Gladwell takes us on an intellectual journey through the world of...

A five-time Moth GrandSLAM winner and bestselling novelist shows how to tell a great story - and why doing so matters. Whether we realize it or not, we are always telling stories. On a first date or job interview, at a sales presentation or therapy appointment, with family or friends, we are...

Updated for today’s readers, Dale Carnegie’s timeless bestseller How to Win Friends and Influence People is a classic that has improved and transformed the professional and personal and lives of millions. One of the best-known motivational guides in history, Dale Carnegie’s groundbreaking...

Celebrating the seventy-fifth anniversary of the original landmark bestseller How to Win Friends and Influence People, comes an up-to-the-minute adaptation of Carnegie’s timeless prescriptions for the digital age. Dale Carnegie’s principles have endured for nearly a century. Since its...

Who is making your life choices for you? Make sure you possess the everyday assertiveness to choose for yourself and resist the pressures from all angles of life....

It’s time for a dating revolution! Read by Kiiri Sandy and author Jennie Young. Listen to Jennie’s introduction of her method and her movement, and then hear her sign off the book with a love letter from her. Part reading from your favorite professor, part conversation with your funniest...

“This parenting book actually made me a better parent.”—Lydia Kiesling, The New York Times From #1 New York Times bestselling authors, the ultimate “parenting bible” (The Boston Globe)—a timeless, beloved book on how to effectively communicate with your child. This bestselling...

Are you too nice? If you find it hard to be assertive, directly ask for what you want, or say "no" to others, then you just might be suffering from too much niceness....

Nationally recognized communication expert, keynote speaker and trainer and best-selling author Debra Fine reveals the techniques and strategies anyone can use to make small talk—in any situation....

Learn more about how you communicate verbally, the common problems you can encounter in doing so, and how you can improve your own effectiveness....

An indispensable guide to more peaceful and enjoyable parenting 'This isn't a parenting advice book; it's a book about you. The words you read in this book, however, will have a far greater impact on your children, than those contained in any parenting book you could read (and I count my own in...

In Grow Your Confidence, Assertiveness & Self-Esteem, bestselling author Michelle Gates gives you a proven blueprint to rebuild self-belief from the inside out—so you can finally stop holding yourself back and start living boldly.

Instantly discover what's really going on around you!Know the truth before you ever hear a word....

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...

An attachment-based guide to dealing with challenging people Do you sometimes dread work because you don't want to face more drama with your co-worker? Have you spent significant time and money on therapy trying to work on painful romantic relationships that ultimately became messy break-ups? Do...

Networking events suck, but they can suck less. What to say and when to say to be likable, connect, and make a memorable impression. Actionable and applicable verbal maneuvers for just about every phase of conversation....

Time after time, His Needs, Her Needs has topped the charts as the bestselling marriage book available....

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...

Join the millions who have learned how to take control of their lives by setting healthy boundaries with their spouses, children, friends, parents, co-workers, and even themselves—in order to live life to the fullest. Do you feel like your life has spiraled out of control? Have you focused so...

How to Be Interesting isn't another list of small-talk scripts or "just be more confident" clichés. It's a complete, research-backed system for becoming genuinely fascinating from the inside out, built on one deceptively simple idea: interesting means alive.

In Science-Based Small Talk, you'll discover how psychology, neuroscience, and behavioral science can help you become more confident, more engaging, and better at building meaningful relationships—without pretending to be someone you're not.

WHY DO CERTAIN PEOPLE'S SNARKY DRAMA TRIGGER YOU SO EASILY? DISCOVER WHAT'S HOOKING YOU — AND HOW TO SHUT IT DOWN FAST. You see a social media jab. A toxic relative fires a sarcastic zinger. Instant nausea. You try to ignore it. But the wounds run deep. And the worst part? You didn't start the fight. You're just the one left holding the pain. Walking on eggshells. Replaying arguments at 2 a.m. Dreading the next hostile text. You didn't sign up for this.

We tend to assume we're mature simply because we've reached a certain age. Yet most of us enter adulthood without ever learning what emotional maturity actually involves–or how to cultivate it. This book lays out the key psychological traits that define emotional adulthood: a capacity to explain rather than merely react, to forgive others without forgetting ourselves, to see conflict without falling into catastrophe and to live with the painful awareness of our limitations without despair.

The Spanish bestseller turned international phenomenon, set to be published in 30+ countries. A practical and straightforward manual about the importance of saying “no” assertively. Why is it so hard to set boundaries? Always saying yes when you really mean no leads to anxiety, stress, and...

Struggling to Focus, Stay Motivated, or Get Things Done—Even When You Want To? You're Not Lazy. You Just Need the Right Approach. In his latest audiobook The Productivity Mindset, bestselling author of Master Your Mindset shares his journey from constant procrastination to consistent productivity—and how you can do it too.

Overcome communication anxiety and build professional confidence with this actionable self-help guide for daily life. Whether you are commuting to a stressful office job or navigating difficult discussions at home, feeling unheard stops here. Cultivate a calm, empathetic presence that commands...

Silence your harsh inner critic and conquer social anxiety with this actionable personal development coaching journey. Perfect for your morning commute, this warm and empowering guide treats self-trust not as a mysterious genetic gift, but as a highly learnable skill. Stop letting fear dictate...

In No, Nawl, Hell Nawl, therapist, trauma specialist, and speaker Marcia Blane challenges the patterns of people-pleasing, false obligation, emotional manipulation, and self-abandonment that keep so many stuck in cycles of resentment, burnout, and emotional exhaustion. This is more than a book about saying no. It is a journey of healing. A call to reclaim your voice. A guide to understanding the hidden roles many of us have carried—the good daughter, the good son, the fixer, the caretaker, the peacekeeper—and how those roles often disconnect us from our authentic selves.

Transform endless relationship conflicts into deep emotional intimacy with proven communication strategies. If you are feeling completely unheard, navigating defensive arguments, or quietly drifting apart, this actionable audio guide offers immediate relief. Discover how to break free from...

You don’t have to be the loudest voice in the room to make a powerful impression. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed in social settings, uncertain in conversations, or unsure what others are really thinking, this guide is for you. Designed specifically for introverts, Introvert's Guide to Understanding Body Language reveals how to decode the unspoken signals people send—and how to use your own body language to communicate clearly, confidently, and authentically.

Do you freeze up wondering what to say next? Ever leave a conversation replaying every awkward moment in your head? What if connecting with people felt natural—even if you're introverted, shy, or socially rusty? You don't need a bigger personality, perfect confidence, or clever one-liners to build meaningful connections. You need a better playbook.

Walk Into The Room, Start The Conversation, And Leave People Glad You Came — Even If Small Talk Has Always Cost YouA Calm, Practical Guide To Small Talk, Body Language, Emotional Intelligence & Real Connection — Written For Quiet People, Not NaturalsConversation Skills Mastery Hands You A Learnable Route Through Every Stage Of Talking To People — From The First Hello To Friendships That Last For Years. This Book Is Not About Becoming Louder. It Is About Learning The Machinery Of Ordinary Conversation Well Enough That Your Real Self Can Get Through The Door.

Learn 33 actionable techniques you can use to manipulate, persuade and brainwash anyone. Have you ever wondered how some people can easily get what they want from the world? I’m going to tell you a little secret... Those people aren’t different from you, they just know how to get what they...

Some distances are easy to recognize. The vacation across the ocean. The promotion still years away. The dream you've been working toward for decades. But there is another kind of distance we often overlook. It exists in our closest relationships—with our spouse, our children, our coworkers, our friends, and even ourselves. We can spend years beside someone and still feel farther apart than we'd like.

You don’t feel tired. You feel drained. There’s a difference. Some relationships don’t break you all at once. They wear you down slowly through small moments, subtle patterns, and emotional dynamics you can’t quite name. You give more. You explain more. You tolerate more. And somehow, it’s still not enough. The Emotional Boundary Code is a clear, psychologically grounded guide for anyone who feels emotionally exhausted by the people in their life, but doesn’t want to lose their empathy, kindness, or humanity in the process.

How different would the world be if every person with a leadership title knew how to see potential, build confidence in others, and grow people—not just manage performance? After working with more than 10,000 emerging leaders across manufacturing, education, military, government, and social impact organizations, Linnita Hosten observed a consistent challenge: teams struggle when leaders struggle to communicate in ways that foster real connection, build morale, and welcome conflict.

Most arguments about chores are not really about chores. They are about repetition. The same conversations happening again and again—about dishes, laundry, trash, school tasks, and the invisible work that keeps a home running. In many relationships, one person feels like they are carrying everything in their head, while the other feels like nothing they do is ever enough. Over time, even small tasks turn into frustration, resentment, and emotional distance.

Master the psychology of social ease and overcome communication anxiety without faking an extroverted personality. Whether you feel tongue-tied during high-stakes workplace meetings or overwhelmed by everyday networking, this empowering guide provides a grounded path forward. Stop letting...

Overcome social anxiety and stop feeling misunderstood with practical communication skills for everyday conversations. Whether you are navigating awkward small talk on your morning commute or struggling to speak up in workplace meetings, this reassuring psychology guide breaks down the science...

What if the things you’ve been criticizing yourself for were never character flaws at all? For years, many people with ADHD are told they need to try harder, pay attention, stop overreacting, become more organized, or simply calm down. Behind those words is often a person who is already trying harder than anyone realizes. In Born With a Busy Brain: Understanding Life With ADHD, Suzy Bourget offers a warm, honest, and deeply personal look at what ADHD can feel like from the inside.

Unlock the psychology of nonverbal communication to banish social anxiety and easily decode human behavior in any room. Whether you are navigating a high-stakes workplace meeting or enduring an awkward first date, mastering these silent signals instantly transforms your confidence. Stop...

Master the psychology of communication to instantly de-escalate workplace stress and tense relationship arguments. Whether you are commuting to a difficult meeting or navigating friction at home, this empowering listen provides a grounded approach to human connection. Learn to regulate your...

Explore the epic history of linguistics, where scribes, empires, and AI conquer human communication barriers. Perfect for your daily commute, this intellectually stimulating narrative brings forgotten unsung heroes out of the shadows. Whether you are a lifelong learner relaxing at home or a...

You weren’t born to stay quiet. You were born to speak with grace and power.67% of women admit they’ve held back their voice in a moment that truly mattered — and still regret it. Nearly 7 in 10 stay silent at work, even when they have something important to say. If that’s you, this isn’t just a book. It’s your turning point. Pearl of Grace is a transformative guide for covertly shy, quiet, or introverted women who’ve learned to stay silent to avoid conflict, rejection, or being “too much.