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Dactionary - ... the dictionary with attitude    by Philip Bradbury
Price: $2.99 USD. 9170 words. Published on April 6, 2011. .

Have you ever wanted to have an argument with a book? This is your book. With unsubstantiated facts and ill-formed opinions, along with a multitude of correct, authenticated, irrelevant and/or fascinating words, you'll find yourself amazed, incensed, facinated, laughing, crying and wondering why the heck you hadn't delved into such a deliciously, decadent depth of diatribe before, just for fun!
They Cooked the Books    by Patrick Edwards
Price: $4.99 USD. 51130 words. Published on August 31, 2011. .

A fascinating historical tour of some of today’s most familiar financial expressions. For instance, “Cooking the books” originated in England when the Earl of Strafford said: “The proof was once clear; however, they have cooked it ever since.” - the Earl was referring to altering ingredients in a recipe - not the “creative accounting” all too common in today’s business world.
Really Useful English Idioms    by D'Arcy Vallance
Price: $2.99 USD. 9970 words. Published on October 20, 2011. .

Do you want to understand and use more idioms in English? This easy-to-use ebook presents over 140 common idioms used in English today. Short texts, funny cartoons and clear definitions help you understand the idioms and see how to use them. Quick review exercises help you remember them. This practical and entertaining ebook is suitable for intermediate and advanced learners.
English Idioms And Expressions For Everyone, Yes, Even You!    by Reza Mashayekhi
Price: $2.89 USD. 111910 words. Published on December 2, 2011. .

A collection of English idioms and expressions, and the origins of some of these expressions. Humorous illustrations and some interesting proverbs from other cultures are also included. This is a useful and fun book for anyone who speaks English, and will be referred to for many years to come. It is a great gift for a friend, or a fitting addition to your coffee table or office waiting room.
Quotations and Popular Expressions as Literature    by Ken Green
Price: $2.99 USD. 8710 words. Published on December 6, 2011. .

This low cost eBook is an excellent way for teachers and counselors of young people to kick-start an effort to encourage worthy and educational reading in the form of easily digestible short snippets. Reading quotations and sayings easily available constitutes an excellent study of literature and helps develop straight thinking in young people and increased wisdom in older individuals.
A Collection of Proverbs, Adages and Idioms    by Linda Alchin
Price: $2.99 USD. 10090 words. Published by Melissa Russell on December 7, 2011. .

Proverbs are short, but memorable sayings, based on an important fact of experience that is considered true by many people. Adages which describe a rule of conduct are also known as known as "maxims". An Idiom is a common, everyday phrase or expression or saying whose meaning cannot be understood by the individual words or elements. A huge collection of famous Proverbs, Adages and Idioms.
French Conversation Guide for Beginners    by My Ebook Publishing House
Price: $0.99 USD. 25370 words. Published on May 21, 2012. .

The easy way to learn the most common words and phrases. From greetings and good-byes to everyday small talk, each entry is presented in a realistic context. FRENCH CONVERSATION GUIDE FOR BEGINNERS is the definitive phrasebook to help you make the most of your time in France.
Guide de conversation anglais pour debutants    by My Ebook Publishing House
Price: $0.99 USD. 25390 words. Published on May 24, 2012. .

La manière facile d'apprendre les mots les plus communs et des phrases. Des salutations et adieux à petit entretien tous les jours, chaque entrée est présentée dans un contexte réaliste. Guide de conversation anglais pour debutants est le guide de conversation définitive pour vous aider à tirer le meilleur parti de votre temps en Angleterre.