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Effective communication is the ultimate currency. It *is* the way to trusted relationships, great work and a happy life—and it’s a team sport. All of us play a role.

Suleika has kept a journal her whole life. Journalling has marked her greatest triumphs and buoyed her in her toughest moments. Featuring writing prompts, essays and wisdom from one hundred contributors and serving as a companion during challenging times, The Book of Alchemy explores themes such as fear, love, beginnings, memory, the body and purpose. In doing so, the book offers encouragement, direction and gives readers the tools to engage with discomfort, to ask questions, to peel back the layers and uncover their truest selves.

Ideal for writers at all experience levels, this workbook offers an abundance of helpful tips and a variety of prompts that will inspire writers to create their perfect romantasy story! This book guides writers through the tropes and themes that exist within the romantasy genre, then provides prompts that will not only engage the writer’s creativity, but they will also aid in beating writer’s block, spark ideas for uncharted possibilities, and offer fresh perspectives to outdated tropes.

Sono un autore indipendente che ha scritto cinquantacinque romanzi e 155 manuali nel corso degli ultimi dodici anni. Sono stati tradotti e letti, creando altre 1300 copie in almeno 44 lingue. Sono quasi esclusivamente il responsabile della vendita delle versioni in lingua inglese, quindi so quanto questo sia difficile.

In How to Write Romantasy, Moreci takes you from your first kernel of inspiration through the resolution of your novel, ensuring you hit all the key elements along the way. Chapters are organized around specific plot points, necessary skills, and common questions, covering topics such as building a fantasy framework, creating compelling characters, learning the art of the tease, and bringing home the happily ever after. Each chapter is followed by a summary that you can use for quick reference.

Published multi-genre writer Laura Goode had an epiphany after finishing her MFA and building a freelancing career: Nobody is teaching writers how to wield their persuasive storytelling abilities to make money from their writing. So she decided to write the business-of-writing handbook she needed most. Pitch Craft draws on Goode’s experience as a novelist, poet, essayist, filmmaker, and creator of a pitching and publishing course to uncover what nobody else will tell you about the business strategy that creates a writing career.

Irene Vallejo hebt in ihren leichtfüßigen, strahlend prägnanten Kolumnen den Schatz an Lebenskunst, den die Antike noch heute für uns birgt. Mit Sokrates feiert sie den Luxus, nachdenken zu dürfen, mit dem Kyniker Krates sinniert sie, wie man das Glück im Jetzt findet, und weiß von Horaz: Wer ein Problem angeht, hat es schon halb gelöst. Wie nebenbei lernt man Mythen, Personen und ihre Geschichten kennen und bekommt wunderbare Impulse für das eigene Leben.

From the rise of leetspeak and words such as “unalive” to the trend of adding “-core” to different influencer aesthetics, the internet has ushered in an unprecedented linguistic upheaval. We’re entering an entirely new era of etymology, heralded by the invisible forces driving social media algorithms. And with over 7 billion internet users uploading over 2.5 quintillion bytes of media every day, the sheer volume of potential new words is astounding.

We are surrounded by emoji. They appear in politics, movies, drug deals, our sex lives, and more. But emoji's impact has never been explored in full. In this rollicking tech and pop culture history, Keith Houston follows emoji from its birth in 1990s Japan, traces its Western explosion in the 2000s, and considers emoji's ever-expanding lexicon. Named for the world's most popular pictogram, Face with Tears of Joy tells the whole story of emoji for the first time.

La oratoria es una de las habilidades más influyentes de la historia, capaz de moldear sociedades, transformar pensamientos y consolidar liderazgos. Este libro presenta un estudio exhaustivo sobre los fundamentos, técnicas y filosofía de la retórica, explorando su evolución desde la Antigüedad hasta los desafíos de la comunicación en la era digital. Esta obra es una guía esencial para quienes desean comprender y dominar el arte del discurso, desarrollar una comunicación persuasiva y transformar palabras en influencia.

Unlock the secrets to crafting captivating children's picture books with The Story Architect: How to Write a Children's Picture Book with Strong Story Structure. This comprehensive guide seamlessly blends storytelling artistry with architectural precision, providing you with the tools to build narratives that will enchant young listeners for generations. Whether you're a novice writer or an experienced storyteller, this book offers actionable insights to help you construct tales with strong foundations, engaging structures, and timeless appeal.

How to Read 100 Books a Year isn’t just about speed—it’s about strategy. If you’ve ever dreamed of reading more but felt overwhelmed by time constraints, this book is your guide. Drawing from personal experience and practical techniques, Pierre shares insights on how to make reading an enriching, lifelong habit. From tackling the classics to managing your time effectively, this book breaks down the myths of speed reading, offers proven techniques to maximize comprehension and retention, and provides a roadmap to help you engage with 100 books a year—without sacrificing depth or enjoyment.

L’analista della comunicazione più apprezzato (e imitato) sui social spiega e “disinnesca” le fallacie logiche più diffuse, ovvero quegli errori di ragionamento per cui un’argomentazione non sta in piedi. Per essere più consapevoli di fronte alle informazioni da cui siamo circondati, consolidare la nostra autonomia di giudizio e imparare a comunicare in modo più efficace. Che cosa c’entra Aristotele con i messaggi da cui siamo sommersi sui social media? Perché un concetto apparentemente astratto come quello di fallacia logica è così rilevante per la nostra vita di ogni giorno?

A mind-expanding, deeply humane tour of language by the best-selling author of Born on a Blue Day and Thinking in Numbers.

Steven Pinker looks at how the relationship between words and thoughts can help us understand who we are. Why do so many swear words involve topics like sex, bodily functions, or the divine? Why do some children's names thrive while others fall out of favour? Why do we threaten and bribe and seduce in such elaborate, often comical ways? How can a choice of metaphor damn a politician or start a war? And why do we rarely say what we actually mean?

Want to read more books but can't find the time? Frustrated by forgetting key ideas from books you've read? You're not alone. The Art of Reading reveals proven strategies to help you read more books than ever before while actually remembering what you read. No speed reading gimmicks or complex memory techniques—just practical, science-backed methods that work.

An approachable craft talk, written and read by Julia Whelan. Combining her perspectives as a writer, an educator, and a narrator, she breaks down what makes books connect with readers. Using Simon Sinek's seminal TedTalk for the business community, "Knowing Your Why", as a starting point, Julia applies this to the broader craft of storytelling: If you know why you are writing something, your audience will know why they're reading it. So... how does one do that?

Daughter. Duhitár-. Dustr. Dukte. Listen to these English, Sanskrit, Armenian and Lithuanian words, all meaning the same thing, and you hear echoes of one of history’s most unlikely journeys. All four languages—along with hundreds of others, from French and Gaelic, to Persian and Polish—trace their origins to an ancient tongue spoken as the last ice age receded. This language, which we call Proto-Indo-European, was born between Europe and Asia and exploded out of its cradle, fragmenting as it spread east and west.

Transform Your Downtime into Mastery. In the rhythm of daily life—amidst the hum of your commute, the cadence of your workout, or the gentle whirl of household chores—lies an opportunity to elevate your academic writing. Introducing this APA Publication Manual 7th Edition by the Davidson’s, an audiobook meticulously designed to integrate seamlessly into your busy schedule, turning every moment into a step toward scholarly excellence.

Débloquez le pouvoir d'une communication efficace et transformez vos interactions sociales grâce à Communication & compétences sociales [13 en 1]. Les compétences sociales sont essentielles pour réussir, mais certaines situations vous échappent. Peu importe votre introversion ou manque de charisme naturel, des compétences insuffisantes peuvent vous empêcher de saisir des occasions et vous isoler. Heureusement, une communication efficace peut être apprise. Avec les bons conseils et de la pratique, vous pouvez transformer vos interactions sociales.

Dans un monde où la communication est essentielle, maîtriser l'art de parler en public peut transformer votre vie. Que vous soyez étudiant, professionnel, entrepreneur ou simplement désireux de dépasser vos peurs, ce livre est votre guide ultime.

Beyond the Pitch is your guide to master communication and strengthen your public speaking skills. It will dismantle all myths and equip you with the tools you need to become an influential speaker.

Als ambitionierte Person möchten Sie in jeder Situation die richtigen Worte finden und Ihr Gegenüber mit Ihrer Eloquenz beeindrucken.

"Preach and Publish: A Guide to Turning Your Sermons into Profitable Books" is a transformative blueprint for aspiring authors in the Christian community. With a Foreword by Dr. Charles Ndifon and written by Dr. Val Ukachi, a distinguished Apostle, Senior Pastor, and acclaimed author, this book offers invaluable insights and practical strategies to convert sermons and presentations into compelling, commercially successful books.

From global bestseller and creator of Jack Reacher, comes Lee Child’s first-ever autobiographical collection. From urgently scribbling out his debut Killing Floor in pencil (the stub of which he still owns), to taking a step back with Blue Moon, and everything in between, here are 24 honest, witty and wise personal reflections on his life and work, crafted across decades.

Unlock the extraordinary potential of speed reading with our transformative, in-depth Audiobook, meticulously crafted for anyone eager to amplify their reading skills and absorb information at unprecedented speeds. In an age where rapid comprehension is essential, this indispensable resource equips you with cutting-edge techniques and strategies to revolutionize your reading habits and boost retention as you increase your pace.

Para impactar con tu mensaje, no necesitas ser un orador experimentado ni tener una personalidad arrolladora. Lo que realmente marca la diferencia es dominar una serie de técnicas que potencian el poder de las palabras y entender los secretos que gobiernan la comunicación verbal y gestual de alto impacto. Desde cómo vencer el miedo escénico hasta la preparación efectiva de un discurso, cada capítulo está diseñado para darte las herramientas prácticas que necesitas.

Award-winning author Janice Hardy (and founder of the popular writing site, Fiction University) takes you deep into one of the most frustrating aspects of writing—showing, and not telling. She'll help you understand what show, don't tell means, teach you how to spot told prose in your writing, and reveal why common advice on how to fix it doesn't always work.

How Media Ownership Matters provides a fresh approach to understanding news media power, moving beyond the typical emphasis on market concentration or media moguls. Through a comparative analysis of the US, Sweden, and France, as well as interviews of news executives and editors and an original collection of industry data, this book maps and analyzes four ownership models: market, private, civil society, and public.

Como escrever melhor é um guia de escrita criativa para autores de ficção que desejam publicar seus livros, tanto em editoras quanto de forma independente.