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Story Idea

A Method to Develop a Book Idea

by Jesper Schmidt, Autumn M. Birt ...

Narrated by Derek Botten ...

Series Audiobook 1 - Writer Resources
Unabridged

44 min

Simple ideas, turned into rich stories.This short, easy-to-use guidebook tells you exactly how to turn a fleeting story idea into a solid premise strong enough to carry an entire novel.Plotting a Novel: Developing Story Ideas will teach you:How to get more story ideas when your creative well seems to have run dryHow to use mind mapping to decide which story idea is the best oneHow to develop the ... Read more

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Simple ideas, turned into rich stories.This short, easy-to-use guidebook tells you exactly how to turn a fleeting story idea into a solid premise strong enough to carry an entire novel.Plotting a Novel: Developing Story Ideas will teach you:How to get more story ideas when your creative well seems to have run dryHow to use mind mapping to decide which story idea is the best oneHow to develop the
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The Mesopotamian Riddle

An Archaeologist, a Soldier, a Clergyman and the Race to Decipher the World's Oldest Writing

by Joshua Hammer ...

Narrated by Matthew Lloyd Davies ...

Unabridged

10 hours 43 min

An “adventure tale for puzzle lovers and Indiana Jones fans alike” (The Washington Post) following three free-spirited Victorians on their twenty-year quest to decipher cuneiform, the oldest writing in the world—from the New York Times bestselling author of The Bad-Ass Librarians of Timbuktu.It was one of history’s great vanishing acts. Around 3,400 BCE, a scribe in the mud-walled city-state of ... Read more

$25.99 USD

An “adventure tale for puzzle lovers and Indiana Jones fans alike” (The Washington Post) following three free-spirited Victorians on their twenty-year quest to decipher cuneiform, the oldest writing in the world—from the New York Times bestselling author of The Bad-Ass Librarians of Timbuktu.It was one of history’s great vanishing acts. Around 3,400 BCE, a scribe in the mud-walled city-state of
... Read more
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The Greatest Invention

A History of the World in Nine Mysterious Scripts

by Silvia Ferrara ...

Narrated by Todd Portnowitz ...

Unabridged

8 hours 12 min

The L where a tabletop meets the legs, the T between double doors, the D of an armchair's oval backrest—all around us is an alphabet in things. But how did these shapes make it onto the page, never mind form complex structures such as this sentence? In The Greatest Invention, Silvia Ferrara takes a profound look at how—and how many times—human beings have managed to produce the miracle of written ... Read more

$19.99 USD

The L where a tabletop meets the legs, the T between double doors, the D of an armchair's oval backrest—all around us is an alphabet in things. But how did these shapes make it onto the page, never mind form complex structures such as this sentence? In The Greatest Invention, Silvia Ferrara takes a profound look at how—and how many times—human beings have managed to produce the miracle of written
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A Place for Everything

The Curious History of Alphabetical Order

by Judith Flanders ...

Narrated by Julia Winwood ...

Unabridged

10 hours 31 min

**From a New York Times-bestselling historian comes the story of how the alphabet ordered our world.A Place for Everything is the first-ever history of alphabetization, from the Library of Alexandria to Wikipedia. The story of alphabetical order has been shaped by some of history's most compelling characters, such as industrious and enthusiastic early adopter Samuel Pepys and dedicated alphabet ... Read more

$27.99 USD

**From a New York Times-bestselling historian comes the story of how the alphabet ordered our world.A Place for Everything is the first-ever history of alphabetization, from the Library of Alexandria to Wikipedia. The story of alphabetical order has been shaped by some of history's most compelling characters, such as industrious and enthusiastic early adopter Samuel Pepys and dedicated alphabet
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Signs of Civilisation

How punctuation changed history

by Bård Borch Michalsen ...

Narrated by David Timson ...

Unabridged

4 hours 3 min

'Punctuation is not only an important part of our language code; an advanced system of punctuation has been a driving force in our entire Western Civilisation. Nothing less.'With the invention of printing, reading books moved from being an act only performed by priests and aristocrats into an individual, even private, activity. This change helped spark the Renaissance, the Reformation, the ... Read more

$24.99 USD

'Punctuation is not only an important part of our language code; an advanced system of punctuation has been a driving force in our entire Western Civilisation. Nothing less.'With the invention of printing, reading books moved from being an act only performed by priests and aristocrats into an individual, even private, activity. This change helped spark the Renaissance, the Reformation, the
... Read more
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The Art of Language Invention

From Horse-Lords to Dark Elves, the Words Behind World-Building

by David J. Peterson ...

Narrated by David J. Peterson ...

Unabridged

10 hours 26 min

An insider’s tour through the construction of invented languages from the bestselling author and creator of languages for Legendary's Dune, the HBO series Game of Thrones and the Syfy series DefianceFrom master language creator David J. Peterson comes a creative guide to language construction for sci-fi and fantasy fans, writers, game creators, and language lovers. Peterson offers a captivating ... Read more

$20.99 USD

An insider’s tour through the construction of invented languages from the bestselling author and creator of languages for Legendary's Dune, the HBO series Game of Thrones and the Syfy series DefianceFrom master language creator David J. Peterson comes a creative guide to language construction for sci-fi and fantasy fans, writers, game creators, and language lovers. Peterson offers a captivating
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Le Traducteur Invisible, L'Art de Comprendre et d'Agir avec Précision

by Eric Giegelmann ...

Narrated by Voix Numérique Fabien G ...

Series Audiobook 42 - Sciences, philosophie et réflexion
Unabridged

4 hours 24 min

Ce livre audio est narré par une voix numérique.Le Traducteur Invisible : L’Art de Comprendre et d’Agir avec Précisionpar Eric GiegelmannDans un monde où les mots circulent à grande vitesse mais où la compréhension réelle se fait rare, le traducteur invisible joue un rôle essentiel et souvent méconnu. Il ou elle est celui qui écoute en profondeur, reformule sans trahir, adapte sans altérer, et ... Read more

$7.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Ce livre audio est narré par une voix numérique.Le Traducteur Invisible : L’Art de Comprendre et d’Agir avec Précisionpar Eric GiegelmannDans un monde où les mots circulent à grande vitesse mais où la compréhension réelle se fait rare, le traducteur invisible joue un rôle essentiel et souvent méconnu. Il ou elle est celui qui écoute en profondeur, reformule sans trahir, adapte sans altérer, et
... Read more
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L'art de paraître intelligent avec un vocabulaire maîtrisé

by Eric Giegelmann ...

Narrated by Voix Numérique Fabien G ...

Series Audiobook 42 - Développement personnel et spiritualité
Unabridged

3 hours 23 min

Ce livre audio est narré par une voix numérique.Brillez par les mots : L’art de paraître intelligent avec un vocabulaire maîtriséVous n’avez pas besoin d’un diplôme en linguistique pour captiver votre entourage. Quelques mots bien choisis suffisent à transformer une conversation banale en échange mémorable. Ce livre est votre guide pour apprendre à parler avec finesse, élégance et intelligence, ... Read more

$4.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Ce livre audio est narré par une voix numérique.Brillez par les mots : L’art de paraître intelligent avec un vocabulaire maîtriséVous n’avez pas besoin d’un diplôme en linguistique pour captiver votre entourage. Quelques mots bien choisis suffisent à transformer une conversation banale en échange mémorable. Ce livre est votre guide pour apprendre à parler avec finesse, élégance et intelligence,
... Read more
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Japanese Stories for Language Learners

Bilingual Stories in Japanese and English

by Anne McNulty, Eriko Sato ...

Narrated by Da Eun Yoon ...

Series series Stories for Language Learners
Unabridged

1 hour 45 min

A great story can lead a reader on a journey of discovery—especially if it's presented in two languages!Japanese Stories for Language Learners offers five compelling stories with English and Japanese language versions. Taking learners on an exciting cultural and linguistic journey, each story is followed by detailed translator's notes, Japanese vocabulary lists, and grammar points along with a set ... Read more

$19.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

A great story can lead a reader on a journey of discovery—especially if it's presented in two languages!Japanese Stories for Language Learners offers five compelling stories with English and Japanese language versions. Taking learners on an exciting cultural and linguistic journey, each story is followed by detailed translator's notes, Japanese vocabulary lists, and grammar points along with a set
... Read more
Audiobook

Lost Language of Symbolism Volume 1, The

An Inquiry Into the Origin of Certain Letters, Words, Names, Fairy-Tales, Folklore, and Mythologies

by Harold Bayley ...

Narrated by Graham Dunlop ...

Unabridged

9 hours 49 min

Mining information from mythology, folklore, religious texts, and fairy tales from around the world, a foremost expert on symbols explains word origins and their meanings. The ultimate symbols are the letters and words in language as Bayley moves beyond mere pictures to understand the vital messages that have been ignored or lost across the centuries ... Read more

$15.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Mining information from mythology, folklore, religious texts, and fairy tales from around the world, a foremost expert on symbols explains word origins and their meanings. The ultimate symbols are the letters and words in language as Bayley moves beyond mere pictures to understand the vital messages that have been ignored or lost across the centuries
... Read more
Audiobook

Writing for Profit Bundle: 2 in 1 Bundle, Make a Living With Your Writing, Business of Online Writing

by Sasha Keefe, Josef Doyle ...

Narrated by Tracy Pearson ...

Unabridged

1 hour 17 min

Writing for Profit Bundle: 2 in 1 Bundle, Make a Living With Your Writing, Business of Online WritingThere are many ways of earning money online and writing is one of them. In fact, writing is one of the best ways of earning money nowadays because a lot of organizations and businesses are in need of valuable online content. Some went into writing because they love the creative and personal freedom ... Read more

$8.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Writing for Profit Bundle: 2 in 1 Bundle, Make a Living With Your Writing, Business of Online WritingThere are many ways of earning money online and writing is one of them. In fact, writing is one of the best ways of earning money nowadays because a lot of organizations and businesses are in need of valuable online content. Some went into writing because they love the creative and personal freedom
... Read more
Audiobook

Arabic in 40 Minutes

Learn to speak Arabic in minutes with Collins

by Collins Dictionaries ...

Narrated by Collins ...

Unabridged

43 min

Collins makes language learning fun, fast and flexible. Pick up the essentials of the Arabic language with this easy-to-use audio introduction. Covering everything from finding your way to talking about yourself, Collins 40-minute audio can help you learn short and simple phrases quickly by just listening and repeating.Essential words, Asking for things, Numbers, I'd like …, At the café, In a shop ... Read more

$11.99 USD

Collins makes language learning fun, fast and flexible. Pick up the essentials of the Arabic language with this easy-to-use audio introduction. Covering everything from finding your way to talking about yourself, Collins 40-minute audio can help you learn short and simple phrases quickly by just listening and repeating.Essential words, Asking for things, Numbers, I'd like …, At the café, In a shop
... Read more
Audiobook

Phonics and Spellings for Kids

Alphabet Adventures-20 Words to Master Each Letter

by Sophie Davis ...

Narrated by Mia Cannedy ...

Unabridged

1 hour 22 min

Dive into a world of letters and words with Alphabet Adventures: 20 Words to Master Each Letter! This enchanting children's book series is designed to turn learning into a magical journey. Perfect for young readers, each book in the series focuses on a single letter of the alphabet, introducing kids to 20 carefully selected words that start with that letter.Features:Interactive Learning: Simple, ... Read more

$5.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Dive into a world of letters and words with Alphabet Adventures: 20 Words to Master Each Letter! This enchanting children's book series is designed to turn learning into a magical journey. Perfect for young readers, each book in the series focuses on a single letter of the alphabet, introducing kids to 20 carefully selected words that start with that letter.Features:Interactive Learning: Simple,
... Read more
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Arabic Stories for Language Learners

Traditional Middle Eastern Tales In Arabic and English

by Hezi Brosh, Lutfi Mansur ...

Series series Stories for Language Learners
Unabridged

3 hours 5 min

Arabic Stories for Language Learners—a language learning experience for beginner to intermediate students of the Arabic language.The traditional stories of a country are invaluable at providing insight into understanding the culture, history and language of a people. A great way to learn Arabic, the sixty-six stories found in Arabic Stories for Language Learners present the vocabulary and grammar ... Read more

$15.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Arabic Stories for Language Learners—a language learning experience for beginner to intermediate students of the Arabic language.The traditional stories of a country are invaluable at providing insight into understanding the culture, history and language of a people. A great way to learn Arabic, the sixty-six stories found in Arabic Stories for Language Learners present the vocabulary and grammar
... Read more
Audiobook

Pronunciation Perfection: How to Sound Like a Native Speaker

Mastering the Art of Pronunciation for Fluency and Confidence

by Ciro Irmici ...

Narrated by Digital Voice Mary G ...

Unabridged

1 hour 14 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Pronunciation Perfection: How to Sound Like a Native SpeakerMastering the Art of Pronunciation for Fluency and ConfidenceUnlock the secret to speaking with clarity and confidence! "Pronunciation Perfection: How to Sound Like a Native Speaker" is your comprehensive guide to mastering the nuances of pronunciation, enabling you to communicate effectively ... Read more

$3.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Pronunciation Perfection: How to Sound Like a Native SpeakerMastering the Art of Pronunciation for Fluency and ConfidenceUnlock the secret to speaking with clarity and confidence! "Pronunciation Perfection: How to Sound Like a Native Speaker" is your comprehensive guide to mastering the nuances of pronunciation, enabling you to communicate effectively
... Read more
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Les Symboles, Langage secret de l’humanité

by Eric Giegelmann ...

Narrated by Voix Numérique Fabien G ...

Series Audiobook 57 - Sciences, philosophie et réflexion
Unabridged

2 hours 48 min

Ce livre audio est narré par une voix numérique.Ils sont partout. Gravés dans la pierre, inscrits dans les rêves, tatoués sur la peau, imprimés sur nos écrans. Les symboles traversent les âges, les religions, les cultures et les langues. Ils parlent un langage silencieux, plus ancien que l’écriture, plus universel que les mots.Ce livre vous invite à un voyage profond dans l’univers des symboles : ... Read more

$5.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Ce livre audio est narré par une voix numérique.Ils sont partout. Gravés dans la pierre, inscrits dans les rêves, tatoués sur la peau, imprimés sur nos écrans. Les symboles traversent les âges, les religions, les cultures et les langues. Ils parlent un langage silencieux, plus ancien que l’écriture, plus universel que les mots.Ce livre vous invite à un voyage profond dans l’univers des symboles :
... Read more
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História das Letras

by Silvana Rodrigues Gasques Severo ...

Narrated by Voz Artificial ...

Abridged

45 min

Este livro apresenta a fascinante história das letras de forma lúdica e envolvente, acompanhada de ilustrações coloridas que encantam crianças em fase de alfabetização. Cada letra ganha vida com narrativas criativas que estimulam a imaginação e facilitam o aprendizado, tornando o processo de leitura e escrita uma aventura divertida. Ideal para pais, professores e educadores que desejam oferecer às ... Read more

$45.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Este livro apresenta a fascinante história das letras de forma lúdica e envolvente, acompanhada de ilustrações coloridas que encantam crianças em fase de alfabetização. Cada letra ganha vida com narrativas criativas que estimulam a imaginação e facilitam o aprendizado, tornando o processo de leitura e escrita uma aventura divertida. Ideal para pais, professores e educadores que desejam oferecer às
... Read more
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Мифы Древнего Китая: четыре свирепых зверя и одна обманщица

by Анастасия Дурыманова ...

Narrated by Анастасия Дурыманова ...

Series series Читаем на иностранном. Лучший способ выучить язык
Unabridged

1 hour 29 min

Понимать китайский язык могут только профессионалы? Конечно, нет. В этой книге вас ждут адаптированные рассказы о загадочном Хаосе Хуньдуне или Дицзяне, который породил мир, ужасном крылатом полутигре-полубыке Цюнци, вероломном и смелом покровителе воинов Таоу, свирепом Таоте, пятом сыне Дракона и хитрой обманщице лисице-оборотне Хули-цзин. Автор-составитель А. Д. Дурыманова, преподаватель РГГУ и ... Read more

$6.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Понимать китайский язык могут только профессионалы? Конечно, нет. В этой книге вас ждут адаптированные рассказы о загадочном Хаосе Хуньдуне или Дицзяне, который породил мир, ужасном крылатом полутигре-полубыке Цюнци, вероломном и смелом покровителе воинов Таоу, свирепом Таоте, пятом сыне Дракона и хитрой обманщице лисице-оборотне Хули-цзин. Автор-составитель А. Д. Дурыманова, преподаватель РГГУ и
... Read more
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Transform Conversations: Secrets to Speak and Connect Effortlessly

"Transform your speaking skills! Enjoy dynamic audio lessons that empower you to connect effortlessly with others."

by Jasper Kingsley ...

Narrated by Nick Porter ...

Unabridged

1 hour 54 min

Transform Conversations: Secrets to Speak and Connect Effortlessly⭐⭐ Simplified Audio Guide with Explanations ⭐⭐Are you eager to advance in your career and enhance your communication skills to foster meaningful relationships?Searching for a comprehensive resource that covers everything you need to connect effortlessly in conversations?Your search concludes here!This ... ... Read more

$5.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Transform Conversations: Secrets to Speak and Connect Effortlessly⭐⭐ Simplified Audio Guide with Explanations ⭐⭐Are you eager to advance in your career and enhance your communication skills to foster meaningful relationships?Searching for a comprehensive resource that covers everything you need to connect effortlessly in conversations?Your search concludes here!This ...
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Boost Your Reading Speed: A Step-by-Step Guide

by Ciro Irmici ...

Narrated by Digital Voice Mary G ...

Unabridged

55 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Boost Your Reading Speed: A Step-by-Step GuideUnlock your potential with "Boost Your Reading Speed: A Step-by-Step Guide," a comprehensive manual designed to transform your reading habits and enhance your comprehension. Whether you're a student aiming for academic excellence, a professional seeking to increase productivity, or a lifelong learner eager ... Read more

$3.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Boost Your Reading Speed: A Step-by-Step GuideUnlock your potential with "Boost Your Reading Speed: A Step-by-Step Guide," a comprehensive manual designed to transform your reading habits and enhance your comprehension. Whether you're a student aiming for academic excellence, a professional seeking to increase productivity, or a lifelong learner eager
... Read more
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Japanese Folktales for Language Learners

Bilingual Legends and Fables in Japanese and English

by Eriko Sato, Anna Sato ...

Narrated by Eileen Descallar ...

Unabridged

2 hours 9 min

Explore Japan's storytelling heritage while building your Japanese listening skills.Japanese Stories for Language Learners features five classic and modern tales—each presented in both Japanese and English, read aloud by native speakers. From folktales like Urashima Taro and Yuki Onna to literary works by Akutagawa and Miyazawa, this edition helps learners:Strengthen comprehensionImprove ... Read more

$15.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Explore Japan's storytelling heritage while building your Japanese listening skills.Japanese Stories for Language Learners features five classic and modern tales—each presented in both Japanese and English, read aloud by native speakers. From folktales like Urashima Taro and Yuki Onna to literary works by Akutagawa and Miyazawa, this edition helps learners:Strengthen comprehensionImprove
... Read more
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Literary Theory for Robots

How Computers Learned to Write

by Dennis Yi Tenen ...

Narrated by Rebecca Lam ...

Unabridged

4 hours 51 min

Literary Theory for Robots reveals the hidden history of modern machine intelligence, taking listeners on a spellbinding journey from medieval Arabic philosophy to visions of a universal language, past Hollywood fiction factories, and missile defense systems trained on Russian folktales. In this provocative reflection on the shared pasts of literature and computer science, former Microsoft ... Read more

$12.99 USD

Literary Theory for Robots reveals the hidden history of modern machine intelligence, taking listeners on a spellbinding journey from medieval Arabic philosophy to visions of a universal language, past Hollywood fiction factories, and missile defense systems trained on Russian folktales. In this provocative reflection on the shared pasts of literature and computer science, former Microsoft
... Read more
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Comprehension at Lightning Speed: Strategies for Understanding Faster

by Ciro Irmici ...

Narrated by Digital Voice Mary G ...

Unabridged

50 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Comprehension at Lightning Speed: Strategies for Understanding FasterUnlock the secrets to reading faster and comprehending more with "Comprehension at Lightning Speed: Strategies for Understanding Faster." In today's fast-paced world, the ability to quickly absorb and understand vast amounts of information is not just a luxury but a necessity. This ... Read more

$3.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Comprehension at Lightning Speed: Strategies for Understanding FasterUnlock the secrets to reading faster and comprehending more with "Comprehension at Lightning Speed: Strategies for Understanding Faster." In today's fast-paced world, the ability to quickly absorb and understand vast amounts of information is not just a luxury but a necessity. This
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In the Path of the Alphabet (UNABRIDGED)

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by Frances Jermain ...

Narrated by Isaac Castillo, Andres Brown, Mary Sexton, Wesley Mason ...

Unabridged

3 hours 34 min

Language: we all use it and few of us think about the form it takes on the page. But how did the transmittal of ideas in written form evolve from Egyptian hieroglyphics to the ABCs in use in most countries around the world today? This work, written by a librarian and scholar, draws on previously published works and also direct correspondence with archaeologists still uncovering secrets in Egypt ... Read more

$4.99 USD

Language: we all use it and few of us think about the form it takes on the page. But how did the transmittal of ideas in written form evolve from Egyptian hieroglyphics to the ABCs in use in most countries around the world today? This work, written by a librarian and scholar, draws on previously published works and also direct correspondence with archaeologists still uncovering secrets in Egypt
... Read more

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