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The Dictionary of Obscure Sorrows

by John Koenig ...

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER“It’s undeniably thrilling to find words for our strangest feelings…Koenig casts light into lonely corners of human experience…An enchanting book. “ —The Washington PostA 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.Have y... ... Read more

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NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER“It’s undeniably thrilling to find words for our strangest feelings…Koenig casts light into lonely corners of human experience…An enchanting book. “ —The Washington PostA 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.Have y...
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Fiske 250 Words Every High School Graduate Needs to Know

by Jane Mallison, Jane Mallison, Dave Hatcher, Dave Hatcher, Edward B Fiske ...

Learn the words you need to succeed in collegeApplying to colleges and preparing for the next leg of your academic career is a stressful and chaotic time for everyone. But knowing these 250 words will help you prepare for a new world of academic rigors.Using this book as a key learning tool in your college prep process, you will...expand your toolkit of words for standardized tests and application ... Read more

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Learn the words you need to succeed in collegeApplying to colleges and preparing for the next leg of your academic career is a stressful and chaotic time for everyone. But knowing these 250 words will help you prepare for a new world of academic rigors.Using this book as a key learning tool in your college prep process, you will...expand your toolkit of words for standardized tests and application
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Collins Rhyming Dictionary

by Rosalind Fergusson ...

If it’s time for a rhyme, or you need a satiric lyric, the Collins Rhyming Dictionary is the fastest and easiest way to refine your line.The most accessible way to find the rhyme you need. Other rhyming dictionaries are characterised by the use of obscure words for padding, subsections for disyllabic and trisyllabic rhymes, and reverse phonetic order – but we avoid such complications and, as a ... Read more

$8.99 USD

If it’s time for a rhyme, or you need a satiric lyric, the Collins Rhyming Dictionary is the fastest and easiest way to refine your line.The most accessible way to find the rhyme you need. Other rhyming dictionaries are characterised by the use of obscure words for padding, subsections for disyllabic and trisyllabic rhymes, and reverse phonetic order – but we avoid such complications and, as a
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The Writer's Lexicon: Descriptions, Overused Words, and Taboos

The Writer's Lexicon, #1

by Kathy Steinemann ...

Series Book 1 - The Writer's Lexicon
You just read your manuscript and discovered that your characters nod like marionettes in every chapter. When they're not nodding, they roll their eyes.Time to slash the Pinocchio strings and turn them into real people. Award-winning author Kathy Steinemann provides the tools. She cuts through the so-called rules and offers simple solutions.Too many repetitions of "little"? There's a cure for that ... Read more

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You just read your manuscript and discovered that your characters nod like marionettes in every chapter. When they're not nodding, they roll their eyes.Time to slash the Pinocchio strings and turn them into real people. Award-winning author Kathy Steinemann provides the tools. She cuts through the so-called rules and offers simple solutions.Too many repetitions of "little"? There's a cure for that
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Easy Learning Vocabulario de inglés

by Collins Dictionaries ...

Este manual de vocabulario está diseñado para ayudar a los estudiantes de inglés a ampliar su conocimiento del vocabulario de la lengua inglesa. Es un libro fácil de usar que constituye un recurso valioso para estudiantes y profesores pues es ideal para usar tanto en clase como en casa.El Collins Easy Learning Vocabulario de Inglés está dividido en 50 áreas temáticas, que van desde situaciones ... Read more

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Este manual de vocabulario está diseñado para ayudar a los estudiantes de inglés a ampliar su conocimiento del vocabulario de la lengua inglesa. Es un libro fácil de usar que constituye un recurso valioso para estudiantes y profesores pues es ideal para usar tanto en clase como en casa.El Collins Easy Learning Vocabulario de Inglés está dividido en 50 áreas temáticas, que van desde situaciones
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100 Words Every 4th Grader Should Know

by Editors of the American Heritage Dictionaries ...

Series series 100 Words
This A-to-Z reference is a fun way for elementary-school kids to improve their vocabulary—and become better readers and writers.With 100 Words Every 4th Grader Should Know, parents and teachers can present new and challenging words that will prepare kids to excel in their classes and in their reading.From accommodate to zest, each entry includes the word's pronunciation, clear definitions of its ... Read more

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This A-to-Z reference is a fun way for elementary-school kids to improve their vocabulary—and become better readers and writers.With 100 Words Every 4th Grader Should Know, parents and teachers can present new and challenging words that will prepare kids to excel in their classes and in their reading.From accommodate to zest, each entry includes the word's pronunciation, clear definitions of its
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What Every BODY is Saying

An Ex-FBI Agent’s Guide to Speed-Reading People

by Joe Navarro, Marvin Karlins ...

OVER 1 MILLION COPIES SOLDJoe Navarro, a former FBI counterintelligence officer and a recognized expert on nonverbal behavior, explains how to "speed-read" people and master the science of understanding human behavior: decode sentiments and behaviors, avoid hidden pitfalls, and look for deceptive behaviors. You'll also learn how your body language can influence what your boss, family, friends, and ... Read more

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OVER 1 MILLION COPIES SOLDJoe Navarro, a former FBI counterintelligence officer and a recognized expert on nonverbal behavior, explains how to "speed-read" people and master the science of understanding human behavior: decode sentiments and behaviors, avoid hidden pitfalls, and look for deceptive behaviors. You'll also learn how your body language can influence what your boss, family, friends, and
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Bryson's Dictionary of Troublesome Words

A Writer's Guide to Getting It Right

by Bill Bryson ...

One of the English language’s most skilled and beloved writers guides us all toward precise, mistake-free grammar.As usual Bill Bryson says it best: “English is a dazzlingly idiosyncratic tongue, full of quirks and irregularities that often seem willfully at odds with logic and common sense. This is a language where ‘cleave’ can mean to cut in half or to hold two halves together; where the simple ... Read more

$6.99 USD

One of the English language’s most skilled and beloved writers guides us all toward precise, mistake-free grammar.As usual Bill Bryson says it best: “English is a dazzlingly idiosyncratic tongue, full of quirks and irregularities that often seem willfully at odds with logic and common sense. This is a language where ‘cleave’ can mean to cut in half or to hold two halves together; where the simple
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MLA Handbook

by The Modern Language Association of America ...

The Modern Language Association, the authority on research and writing, takes a fresh look at documenting sources in the eighth edition of the MLA Handbook, the official guide to MLA format. Works are published today in a dizzying variety of ways: a novel, for example, may be read in print, online, or as an e-book--or perhaps listened to as an audiobook. Writers of research papers routinely need ... Read more

$15.00 USD

The Modern Language Association, the authority on research and writing, takes a fresh look at documenting sources in the eighth edition of the MLA Handbook, the official guide to MLA format. Works are published today in a dizzying variety of ways: a novel, for example, may be read in print, online, or as an e-book--or perhaps listened to as an audiobook. Writers of research papers routinely need
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The Elements of Style, Fourth Edition

by William Strunk, Jr., E.B. White ...

The Elements of Style is a prescriptive American English writing style guide in numerous editions. The original was composed by William Strunk Jr., in 1918, and published by Harcourt, in 1920, comprising eight "elementary rules of usage", ten "elementary principles of composition", "a few matters of form", a list of 49 "words and expressions commonly misused", and a list of 57 "words often ... Read more

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The Elements of Style is a prescriptive American English writing style guide in numerous editions. The original was composed by William Strunk Jr., in 1918, and published by Harcourt, in 1920, comprising eight "elementary rules of usage", ten "elementary principles of composition", "a few matters of form", a list of 49 "words and expressions commonly misused", and a list of 57 "words often
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French Made Simple

Learn to speak and understand French quickly and easily

by Pamela Rose Haze ...

Series series Made Simple
French Made Simple will help you learn to speak French quickly and easily!An invaluable introduction to one of the most studied languages, French Made Simple is ideal for students, business professionals, and tourists alike. Teaching the basics of grammar, vocabulary, and culture, it guides you step-by-step through the process of learning and conversing quickly. Refreshingly easy to understand, ... Read more

$14.99 USD

French Made Simple will help you learn to speak French quickly and easily!An invaluable introduction to one of the most studied languages, French Made Simple is ideal for students, business professionals, and tourists alike. Teaching the basics of grammar, vocabulary, and culture, it guides you step-by-step through the process of learning and conversing quickly. Refreshingly easy to understand,
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The List

‘A terrifyingly twisted and devious story' that will take your breath away

by Carys Jones ...

Five names on a list. The first two are dead.The third is yours.A rip-roaring, addictive, intense and emotional thriller for fans of Lucy Foley, Ruth Ware, Phoebe Morgan, CL Taylor and Lisa Jewell...* * * * * * *Beth Belmont runs every day, hard and fast on the trail near home. She knows every turn, every bump in the road. So when she spots something out of place - a slip of white pa... ... Read more

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Five names on a list. The first two are dead.The third is yours.A rip-roaring, addictive, intense and emotional thriller for fans of Lucy Foley, Ruth Ware, Phoebe Morgan, CL Taylor and Lisa Jewell...* * * * * * *Beth Belmont runs every day, hard and fast on the trail near home. She knows every turn, every bump in the road. So when she spots something out of place - a slip of white pa...
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Let's Bring Back: The Lost Language Edition

A Collection of Forgotten-Yet-Delightful Words, Phrases, Praises, Insults, Idioms, and Literary Flourishes from Eras Past

by Lesley M. M. Blume ...

An A-to-Z reference featuring wonderful words and expressions from the past: "What a fun book!" —Kathleen Dunn, Wisconsin Public RadioHistory is positively brimming with rich language deserving of rejuvenation. This compendium gathers forgotten words, phrases, names, insults, and idioms, plus fascinating and funny anecdotes, etymologies, and occasions for modern use.Let's Bring Back: The Lost ... Read more

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An A-to-Z reference featuring wonderful words and expressions from the past: "What a fun book!" —Kathleen Dunn, Wisconsin Public RadioHistory is positively brimming with rich language deserving of rejuvenation. This compendium gathers forgotten words, phrases, names, insults, and idioms, plus fascinating and funny anecdotes, etymologies, and occasions for modern use.Let's Bring Back: The Lost
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100 Words Almost Everyone Confuses and Misuses

by Editors of the American Heritage Dictionaries ...

Series series 100 Words
Avoid vocabulary mistakes with this fun guide to tricky and troublesome words!With concise and authoritative usage notes from the editors of the American Heritage® Dictionaries, this guide explains common English-language errors—whether it's mixing up affect and effect; blatant and flagrant; or disinterested and uninterested, or stumbling over sound-alikes including discrete/ discreet or pr... ... Read more

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Avoid vocabulary mistakes with this fun guide to tricky and troublesome words!With concise and authoritative usage notes from the editors of the American Heritage® Dictionaries, this guide explains common English-language errors—whether it's mixing up affect and effect; blatant and flagrant; or disinterested and uninterested, or stumbling over sound-alikes including discrete/ discreet or pr...
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Letter Perfect

The Marvelous History of Our Alphabet From A to Z

by David Sacks ...

A fun, lively, and learned excursion into the alphabet—and cultural history.Letters are tangible language. Joining together in endless combinations to actually show speech, letters convey our messages and tell our stories. While we encounter these tiny shapes hundreds of times a day, we take for granted the long, fascinating history behind one of the most fundamental of human inventions: the ... Read more

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A fun, lively, and learned excursion into the alphabet—and cultural history.Letters are tangible language. Joining together in endless combinations to actually show speech, letters convey our messages and tell our stories. While we encounter these tiny shapes hundreds of times a day, we take for granted the long, fascinating history behind one of the most fundamental of human inventions: the
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Divided by a Common Language

A Guide to British and American English

by Christopher Davies ...

This guide to the language differences between the United States and United Kingdom is "a fascinating collection full of all kinds of surprises" ( Minneapolis Star Tribune).Taxi rank . . . toad in the hole . . . dustman . . . fancy dress . . . American visitors to London (or viewers of British TV shows) might be confused by these terms. But most Britons would be equally puzzled by words like ... Read more

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This guide to the language differences between the United States and United Kingdom is "a fascinating collection full of all kinds of surprises" ( Minneapolis Star Tribune).Taxi rank . . . toad in the hole . . . dustman . . . fancy dress . . . American visitors to London (or viewers of British TV shows) might be confused by these terms. But most Britons would be equally puzzled by words like
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Rebel with a Clause

Tales and Tips from a Roving Grammarian

by Ellen Jovin ...

NATIONAL BESTSELLER"A fresh and democratic take on language by a gifted teacher." —Mary Norris"[Jovin] never hectors, never finger-points; she enlightens and illuminates. This is lovely work." —Benjamin DreyerAn unconventional guide to the English language following the adventures of a grammar guru's pop-up advice stand on an epic road trip across all 50 states.When Ellen Jovin first walked ... ... Read more

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NATIONAL BESTSELLER"A fresh and democratic take on language by a gifted teacher." —Mary Norris"[Jovin] never hectors, never finger-points; she enlightens and illuminates. This is lovely work." —Benjamin DreyerAn unconventional guide to the English language following the adventures of a grammar guru's pop-up advice stand on an epic road trip across all 50 states.When Ellen Jovin first walked ...
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The Dictionary of Clichés

A Word Lover's Guide to 4,000 Overused Phrases and Almost-Pleasing Platitudes

by Christine Ammer ...

The largest, most comprehensive, and most entertaining reference of its kind, The Dictionary of Clichés features more than four thousand unique clichés and common expressions. Author Christine Ammer explores the phrases and terms that enliven our language and uncovers expressions that have long been considered dead. With each entry, she includes a thorough definition, origin of the term, and an ... Read more

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The largest, most comprehensive, and most entertaining reference of its kind, The Dictionary of Clichés features more than four thousand unique clichés and common expressions. Author Christine Ammer explores the phrases and terms that enliven our language and uncovers expressions that have long been considered dead. With each entry, she includes a thorough definition, origin of the term, and an
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The Cabinet of Linguistic Curiosities

A Yearbook of Forgotten Words

by Paul Anthony Jones ...

A day-by-day journey through 366 delightfully archaic words and quirky historical trivia.Open The Cabinet of Linguistic Curiosities and you'll find both a word and a day to remember, every day of the year. Each day has its own dedicated entry, on which a curious or notable event—and an equally curious or notable word—are explored.On the day on which flirting was banned in New York City, for ... Read more

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A day-by-day journey through 366 delightfully archaic words and quirky historical trivia.Open The Cabinet of Linguistic Curiosities and you'll find both a word and a day to remember, every day of the year. Each day has its own dedicated entry, on which a curious or notable event—and an equally curious or notable word—are explored.On the day on which flirting was banned in New York City, for
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100 Words Almost Everyone Mixes Up or Mangles

by Editors of the American Heritage Dictionaries ...

Series series 100 Words
Eliminate mistakes and improve your vocabulary with this engaging guide to the world's most misused words.Do you know your delegate from your relegate, your cachet from your cache?At one time or another we've all suffered the embarrassment of having our remarks corrected by a family member, colleague, or stranger. 100 Words Almost Everyone Mixes Up or Mangles presents fifty pairs of words that ... Read more

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Eliminate mistakes and improve your vocabulary with this engaging guide to the world's most misused words.Do you know your delegate from your relegate, your cachet from your cache?At one time or another we've all suffered the embarrassment of having our remarks corrected by a family member, colleague, or stranger. 100 Words Almost Everyone Mixes Up or Mangles presents fifty pairs of words that
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500 frases de francés para aprender en 5 días

Guía rápida de conversación para viajar y comunicarse con soltura

by Marion Bernard, Robert Wilson ...

El método Wilson le presenta una guía de conversación imprescindible con el vocabulario y las frases esenciales que debe conocer si va de viaje. Se trata de un método serio, lúdico y agradable, adecuado para todos. La organización por grupos de contenidos, en función de las necesidades que se puedan presentar, facilitará el aprendizaje y la rápida consulta: * en el aeropuerto, en la estación, en ... Read more

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El método Wilson le presenta una guía de conversación imprescindible con el vocabulario y las frases esenciales que debe conocer si va de viaje. Se trata de un método serio, lúdico y agradable, adecuado para todos. La organización por grupos de contenidos, en función de las necesidades que se puedan presentar, facilitará el aprendizaje y la rápida consulta: * en el aeropuerto, en la estación, en
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500 frases en italiano para aprender en 5 días

El vocabulario imprescindible para viajar y comunicarse en Italia

by Stefano Donatelli, Robert Wilson ...

El método Wilson le presenta una guía de conversación imprescindible con el vocabulario y las frases esenciales que debe cononcer si va de viaje. Se trata de un método serio, lúdico y agradable, adecuado para todos. La organización por grupos de contenidos, en función de las necesidades que se puedan presentar, facilitará el aprendizaje y la rápida consulta: - en el aeropuerto, en la estación... - ... Read more

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El método Wilson le presenta una guía de conversación imprescindible con el vocabulario y las frases esenciales que debe cononcer si va de viaje. Se trata de un método serio, lúdico y agradable, adecuado para todos. La organización por grupos de contenidos, en función de las necesidades que se puedan presentar, facilitará el aprendizaje y la rápida consulta: - en el aeropuerto, en la estación... -
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Little Book Of Tips For Descriptive Writing

by Patti Roberts ...

Participating Authors.David Bishop - The WomanSuzy Turner - The Ghost Of Josiah GrimshawElla Medler - Blood Is Power.Kenneth Hoss - Deadly Storm.Patricia Puddle - Ominous Love.Tarek Hassan Refaat - Ribbons & HeelsElaine Raco Chase - Double Occupancy.Sasha Kildare - Dream WalkingBarbara Watkins - Thorns Of An Innocent SoulGlenn Starkey.- Solomon's MenDonya Lynne - All the King's MenCarlyle ... Read more

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Participating Authors.David Bishop - The WomanSuzy Turner - The Ghost Of Josiah GrimshawElla Medler - Blood Is Power.Kenneth Hoss - Deadly Storm.Patricia Puddle - Ominous Love.Tarek Hassan Refaat - Ribbons & HeelsElaine Raco Chase - Double Occupancy.Sasha Kildare - Dream WalkingBarbara Watkins - Thorns Of An Innocent SoulGlenn Starkey.- Solomon's MenDonya Lynne - All the King's MenCarlyle
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Religious Signing

A Comprehensive Guide For All Faiths

by Elaine Costello Ph.D. ...

Since the fourth century, when Spanish monks first started signing to communicate during their vows of silence, sign language has been used in religious communities of all faiths. Present-day American Sign Language (ASL) carries on that tradition. Like any living language, it continues to grow and change to meet the communication needs of an ever more diverse religious population. This ... Read more

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Since the fourth century, when Spanish monks first started signing to communicate during their vows of silence, sign language has been used in religious communities of all faiths. Present-day American Sign Language (ASL) carries on that tradition. Like any living language, it continues to grow and change to meet the communication needs of an ever more diverse religious population. This
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