Words, Language & Grammar

Compreender e memorizar informações importantes pode ser um grande desafio, mas Sönke Ahrens afirma que a escrita é uma técnica poderosa para ajudar nesses processos. Para o autor, todo esforço intelectual começa com uma nota. Nesta obra, que já inspirou estudiosos e escritores no mundo inteiro, o pesquisador alemão, cuja experiência e conhecimento o tornaram um líder na sua área, revela de que modo a simples atividade de elaboração de notas pode ser usada como uma ferramenta para aprimorar a compreensão de informações, o processo de aprendizagem e acelerar o raciocínio.

O crítico ensina o ouvinte a ler como crítico. Ora, ler como crítico não é um prazer ou, ao menos, é um prazer muito particular, entremeado de muita aridez. Mas o que você quer é ler bem, de forma útil, proveitosa e agradável? Este é outro objetivo, é outro ponto de vista, e é somente a essa arte que se dedica este pequena obra que escrevi.

A book for adults about books for children, a rallying cry for art and imagination, and a celebration of the power of storytelling in all our lives. Make Believe is bestselling children’s author Mac Barnett’s incisive, intimate, and timely invitation to approach children’s literature not...

‘I loved it’ KIT DE WAAL, author of The Best of Everything ‘Generous, intelligent, full of wisdom and insight’ LILY DUNN, author of Sins of My Father * A transformative guide to creative writing and the power of paying attention. The way we use language to tell stories reveals a lot...

A revised and updated edition of the iconic grammar guide for the 21st century. In this expanded and updated edition of Woe Is I, former editor at The New York Times Book Review Patricia T. O'Conner unties the knottiest grammar tangles with the same insight and humor that have charmed and...

Do you understand Spanish but struggle to speak it fluently in real conversations? Can you follow grammar explanations and recognize vocabulary, yet hesitate when it's time to respond naturally? This book helps you move from intermediate knowledge to confident, real-world communication. Conversational Spanish for Intermediate Learners Made Easy is a structured Spanish practice book built around everyday situations you're likely to encounter in Spanish-speaking environments.

From the history of the English language's arrival in the United States to the spread of Arabic across North Africa and the enduring legacy of the Latin language, Immigrant Tongues explores the journeys of tongues across continents. With a style that balances entertainment and depth, this...

El «taller literario» de Borges: una obra única y reveladora sobre sus propias ficciones y su método de escritura.

With nine books published with imprints of Random House, Abrams, and Simon & Schuster, and more than twenty years of experience as an actor and director, author, writing teacher, and Bram Stoker Award Finalist Tom Leveen guides you through everything you need to improve your writing, make your dialogue shine, and get your book noticed and talked about by readers, agents, and editors alike!

From the internationally bestselling author of The Disappeared comes a profound meditation on the cultural impact of storytelling and testimony in five intimate and illuminating essays. In this moving collection, critically acclaimed novelist Kim Echlin examines how we turn to literature to...

"There are only three career paths to make money as a writer. Work at a magazine or newspaper. Work in advertising. Or work at a coffee shop by day and on your novel at night." That was the advice Nicolas Cole's college professor gave him upon graduating with a degree in creative writing in 2013. But he didn't listen. Over the past 10+ years, Nicolas Cole has generated more than $30 million as a writer by proving that writing can be monetized across a wide variety of business models, industries, and platforms.

Christians are warriors for Christ, but we don't fight as the world fights. In 1839, English Author Edward Bulwer-Lytton penned the adage, "The pen is mightier than the sword." What is a writer's place in the war on evil? A writer's words can inspire a reader, but where does the writer go for encouragement, guidance, and inspiration? God gifted writers with a unique passion. Kat Heckenbach of Realm Makers Consortium once said, "…when you have a real passion for novel writing, you're going to get discouraged by the road bumps-because they are in the way of what you so desperately want."

NATIONAL BESTSELLER A fascinating, first-of-its-kind exploration of Stephen King and his most iconic early books, based on groundbreaking research and interviews with King—all conducted by the first scholar to be given extended access to his private archives “A treat for fans of Stephen...

Synopsis for Remain Relevant Research by Kevian. In an age where artificial intelligence is rewriting the rules of every industry, Remain Relevant Research offers a grounded and realistic guide to surviving and thriving in a world defined by rapid technological change. This audiobook strips away hype and fear to explore what it truly means to stay relevant as AI continues to evolve faster than most people can keep up.

Unlock the meaning behind everyday English. Speak with confidence. Think with clarity. Have you ever heard phrases like “break the ice,” “hit the nail on the head,” or “under the weather” and wondered what they really mean? Idioms are everywhere—in conversations, books, movies, and the workplace. But without understanding them, it’s easy to feel confused or left behind. This book gives you a clear, practical way to master idioms and start using them naturally in real life.

“Personable, smart, and, yes, enthusiastic… a masterclass you can take at your own pace.” – Ron Charles “This verb-filled outing reads like a dream.” – Publishers Weekly (starred) “An almost shockingly adroit guide to how to make every word count.” —Benjamin Dreyer, author of...

Matt Bevan, host of the wildly popular podcast If You're Listening, takes listeners on a fascinating journey through the murky waters of history, memory and the stories we tell ourselves. Bevan explores how history is often a patchwork of conflicting accounts, misremembered details and outright myths. With wit, curiosity and a knack for uncovering the unexpected, Bevan dives into tales of lemon trees conjured by Stalin, Bob Hawke's emotional misstep on Tiananmen Square and the bizarre flight of a German teenager into Soviet airspace.

Improve your vocabulary fast with this simple, effective vocabulary builder. This book contains 200 essential English words designed to help you speak and write with confidence. Each word includes an easy definition, example sentences, memory tips, and practical usage guidance—making it ideal for adults, students, ESL learners, and professionals. Perfect for:- Vocabulary building- English improvement- Communication skills- Job interview preparation- Speaking with confidence- Academic and business writing

Words matter. But precision matters more. The difference between sounding competent and sounding truly articulate is not complexity—it is control. The most respected communicators don't use rare or archaic language. They use the right words, deliberately.

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