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On Writing and Worldbuilding
by Timothy Hickson
Series: On Writing and Worldbuilding, Book 3.
Price:
$8.99 USD.
Words: 79,360.
Language:
English.
Originally Published: November 3, 2023
by
Timothy Hickson.
Categories:
Nonfiction » Literary criticism » Science Fiction & Fantasy, Nonfiction » Education & Study Guides » Literacy » Composition & creative writing
Writing guides are often full of 'tips' and 'tricks' either too broad to be useful, so specific they don't apply, or frustratingly vague. The On Writing and Worldbuilding series is here to change that.
Summary - How To Win Friends And Influence People
by Vince Massara
Series: Business Book Summaries.
Price:
$2.99 USD.
Words: 5,960.
Language:
English.
Originally Published: September 20, 2019
by
Book Summary Club.
Categories:
Nonfiction » Literary criticism » Books & Reading, Nonfiction » Education & Study Guides » Study guides -- Book Notes
Read the key lessons from the real OG of self-help books with this summary of How To Win Friends And Influence People. In this summary, you'll get a complete rundown of the thoughts, ideas, and lessons from Dale Carnegie that turned his book into an all-time classic. This summary includes tips on... well... how to win friends and influence people (it isn't just a catchy title)
Making Myths and Magic: A Field Guide to Writing Sci-Fi and Fantasy Novels
by Shelly Campbell & Allison Alexander
Price:
$7.99 USD.
Words: 84,210.
Language:
English.
Published: January 2, 2023
by
Phoenix Quill Press.
Categories:
Essay » Author profile, Nonfiction » Literary criticism » Science Fiction & Fantasy, Nonfiction » Education & Study Guides » Literacy » Composition & creative writing
Do you daydream about dragons, robots, and time-traveling shenanigans? It's time to get that fantastic world that's been stuck in your head onto paper! Whether you're starting your first or tenth novel, Making Myths and Magic was written for you. Fantasy author Shelly Campbell and developmental editor Allison Alexander have teamed up to provide a comprehensive resource, distilling the...
The Heroine's Journey: For Writers, Readers, and Fans of Pop Culture
by Gail Carriger
Price:
$6.99 USD.
Words: 56,980.
Language:
English.
Originally Published: October 1, 2020
by
GAIL CARRIGER LLC.
Categories:
Nonfiction » Reference » Publishing & books, Nonfiction » Entertainment » Celebrity culture, Nonfiction » Literary criticism, Essay » Author profile, Nonfiction » Literary criticism » Feminist
Multiple NYT bestselling author Gail Carriger presents a clear concise analysis of the heroine's journey, how it differs from the hero's journey, and how you can use it to improve your writing and your life.
Spanish Reading Comprehension For Beginners
by Mariana Ferrer
Series: Learn Spanish with Stories, Book 2.
Price:
$2.99 USD.
Words: 5,100.
Language:
Spanish.
Originally Published: November 18, 2017
by
Frank Sagan Media.
Categories:
Nonfiction » Language Instruction » Spanish, Nonfiction » Literary criticism » European / Spanish & Portuguese, Fiction » Literary collections » European / Spanish & Portuguese
Here is how you can dramatically improve your reading and comprehension skills with these easy stories written so you can test yourself and rate your progress. Includes answer key for immediate (and gratifying) feedback to assess your knowledge.
Proven Speed Reading Techniques: Read More Than 300 Pages in 1 Hour. A Guide for Beginners on How to Read Faster With Comprehension (Includes Advanced Learning Exercises)
by John R. Torrance
Price:
$9.99 USD.
Words: 31,200.
Language:
English.
Originally Published: June 29, 2020
by
John R. Torrance.
Categories:
Nonfiction » Inspiration » General self-help, Nonfiction » Education & Study Guides » Teaching methods & materials / reading & phonics, Nonfiction » Literary criticism » Books & Reading, Nonfiction » Education & Study Guides » Literacy » Reading skills, Nonfiction » Self-improvement » Creativity
Become a Speed Reading Expert, Learn Faster and Impress Everyone with Your Vast Knowledge! Does your job require a ton of reading, and you're struggling to go through everything in time? Are you a student who regularly has to read a mountain of books for your exams? When was the last time your hectic schedule allowed you to curl under a blanket...
Czech History
by Kytka Hilmarova
Price:
$19.95 USD.
Words: 57,260.
Language:
English.
Originally Published: June 5, 2023
by
Czech Revival Publishing.
Categories:
Nonfiction » History » Medieval, Nonfiction » History » European » Europe / Eastern, Nonfiction » Literary criticism » European / Eastern, Fiction » Literary collections » European / Eastern Russian & Former Soviet Union
Czech History is a captivating exploration of the Czech nation's past, encompassing centuries of triumphs, struggles, and cultural achievements. With a passion for storytelling, Hilmarova invites readers on a journey through time, from the ancient roots of the Slavic tribes to the vibrant cultural renaissance, the challenges of independence, and the complexities of the modern era.
The Life and Lies of Albus Percival Wulfric Brian Dumbledore
by Irvin Khaytman
Price:
$4.99 USD.
Words: 56,310.
Language:
English.
Originally Published: February 13, 2019
by
Analytical Autumn Publishing.
Categories:
Nonfiction » Literary criticism » Children’s Literature
Albus Percival Wulfric Brian Dumbledore, Headmaster of Hogwarts, is one of the most recognizable and mysterious figures in the Harry Potter series. As an unscrupulous beetle-like journalist once said, he's "a biographer's dream." Is he omniscient or limited? Is he benevolent or malevolent? What really drove him in the last years of an extraordinary life? This book will dive between the lines of...
Norse Paganism: Unearthing the Rich Tapestry of Norse Spirituality, Rune Mysteries, and Ceremonial Rites [II EDITION]
by Nolan Lested
Series: Mythology, Magical Heroes and Creatures, Book 2.
Price:
$9.99 USD.
Words: 11,130.
Language:
English.
Originally Published: March 6, 2022
by
Nolan Lested.
Categories:
Nonfiction » Travel » By region » Europe, Nonfiction » Language Instruction » Norwegian, Nonfiction » History » European » Europe / Scandinavia, Nonfiction » Literary criticism » European / Scandinavian, Fiction » Literary collections » European / Scandinavian
Do you want to know the true origin of Norse Paganism and Runes? YOU ARE ABOUT TO UNLOCK THE TRUTH THAT ANYONE HAS NEVER REVEALED TO YOU IN MOVIES OR SCHOOL! I guess you have already seen many movies on this subject and maybe read dozens of forums and the only thing you could find in common are the characters' names but not the story behind it. Everyone tweaks it to make it fit their content...
Reading Skills: How to Read Better and Faster - Speed Reading, Reading Comprehension & Accelerated Learning (2nd Edition)
by Nick Bell
Price:
$7.99 USD.
Words: 15,700.
Language:
English.
Originally Published: December 18, 2021
by
ND Publishing.
Categories:
Nonfiction » Education & Study Guides » Teaching methods & materials / reading & phonics, Nonfiction » Education & Study Guides » Learning styles, Nonfiction » Literary criticism » Books & Reading, Nonfiction » Education & Study Guides » Literacy » Reading skills
Are you interested in learning how to read faster and free up more of your time? If you answered "YES", then this is the perfect book for you! One of the main goals of this book to overhaul and improve your reading style so you can read faster while still retaining what you read. Sounds nice, huh? This book contains proven techniques that have helped my friends and customers improve BOTH their...
Speed Reading: How to Read a Book a Day - Simple Tricks to Explode Your Reading Speed and Comprehension
by Ryan James
Price:
$2.99 USD.
Words: 13,120.
Language:
English.
Originally Published: May 19, 2019
by
Ryan James.
Categories:
Nonfiction » Education & Study Guides » Study guides - Literature, Nonfiction » Literary criticism » Books & Reading, Nonfiction » Psychology » Creative ability, Nonfiction » Education & Study Guides » Literacy » Reading skills
Do you want to: Study better? Be able to read faster and retain more information? Make more efficient notes? Pass tests more successfully? Be more creative? Engage in business armed with great focus and full comprehension? Be able to read one book a day? Then speed reading is the answer! It improves your reading speed, focus, and comprehension...
Fenomenologia di "Il mondo al contrario" di Roberto Vannacci
by Valerio Di Stefano
Price:
$5.99 USD.
Words: 18,650.
Language:
Italian.
Originally Published: September 13, 2023
by
Valerio Di Stefano.
Categories:
Nonfiction » Literary criticism » European / General, Nonfiction » Literary criticism » European / Italian
Questo libro è l'ideale prosecuzione, anche cronologica, del precedente "Il caso editoriale di 'Il mondo al contrario' di Roberto Vannacci" (ISBN 8831629506 ), ora disponibile anche in versione digitale (ISBN 9788831631136) e in audiolibro (ISBN 9798868730122). Tuttavia, al contrario del precedente, in cui l'autore esprimeva, mettendole a testo, valutazioni di ordine personale, questo libro è...
Being Michael Swanwick
by Alvaro Zinos-Amaro
Price:
$5.99 USD.
Words: 129,200.
Language:
English.
Published: November 21, 2023
by
Fairwood Press.
Categories:
Nonfiction » Reference » Publishing & books, Nonfiction » Literary criticism » Science Fiction & Fantasy, Nonfiction » Education & Study Guides » Literacy » General
In 2001, Michael Swanwick published the book-length interview Being Gardner Dozois. Now Swanwick himself becomes the subject of inquiry. During a year of conversations, Alvaro Zinos-Amaro (Traveler of Worlds: Conversations with Robert Silverberg) set about discussing with Swanwick his remarkable career, with a particular focus on his extraordinary short fiction. The resulting collection of...
An Unexpected Journal: Dystopia
by An Unexpected Journal, Michael S. Heiser, John Gillespie, Alicia Pollard, George Scondras, Cherish Nelson, Daniel Asperheim, Donald W. Catchings, Jr, Annie Crawford, Karise Gililland, Nicole Howe, Korine Martinez, Jason Monroe, Seth Myers, & Zak Schmoll
Series: Volume 2, Book 3.
Price:
$8.99 USD.
Words: 45,940.
Language:
English.
Originally Published: September 9, 2019
by
An Unexpected Journal.
Categories:
Nonfiction » Literary criticism, Nonfiction » Literary criticism » Science Fiction & Fantasy
It is in the deepest darkness that light shines most brightly. For this reason, dystopian stories are often an effective channel to communicate the good news of the Gospel. Our worst failings illustrate the transformation of the Holy Spirit most clearly. We cling most tightly to hope in times of deepest despair. This collection of essays and first release short stories illustrates the journey...
La Sémiotique de Greimas. Les Bases. Approche facile pour tous.
by Jocelyne Pauchard
Price:
$19.99 USD.
Words: 28,250.
Language:
French.
Published: January 5, 2023
by
Jocelyne Pauchard.
Categories:
Nonfiction » Literary criticism » Semiotics & Theory
Extrait de mon mémoire de maitrise, ce livre présente la base que doivent connaître tous ceux qui souhaitent suivre un séminaire de sémiotique avancée. Il est disponible en anglais et en français. Comprend un glossaire terminologique de plus de 70 mots.
An Unexpected Journal: Medieval Minds
by An Unexpected Journal, Holly Ordway, Annie Crawford, Alison DeLong, Karise Gililland, Sandra G. Hicks, Alex Markos, Korine Martinez, Jacqueline Medcalf, Cherish Nelson, & Ted Wright
Series: Volume 3, Book 3.
Price:
$8.99 USD.
Words: 55,060.
Language:
English.
Originally Published: September 9, 2020
by
An Unexpected Journal.
Categories:
Nonfiction » Literary criticism » European / English, Irish, Scottish, Welsh, Nonfiction » Literary criticism » Medieval, Poetry » Medieval, Nonfiction » Philosophy » History & Surveys / Medieval, Fiction » Literary collections » Medieval
A Garden of Medieval Minds The medieval period was a time of greats: great courage, great words, great light, and great darkness. The writers, philosophers, and artists of the time still touch and influence our lives today. This volume celebrates these masterpieces that merged the physical and the spiritual into meaningful, incandescent truth. Contributors: C.M. Alvarez: "Death, Grief, & Hope...
King Arthur Legendarium
by Annie Nardone, Donald T. Williams, Stephen J. Bedard, Malcolm Guite, Joshua S. Fullman, John P. Tuttle, Joshua P. Herring, Junius Johnson, Camilo Peralta, Justin Wiggins, Donald W. Catchings, Jr, Karise Gililland, Elizabeth Martin, Roger Maxson, & Seth Myers
Series: Volume 6, Book 2.
Price:
$8.99 USD.
Words: 62,880.
Language:
English.
Originally Published: June 8, 2023
by
An Unexpected Journal.
Categories:
Nonfiction » Literary criticism, Nonfiction » Literary criticism » European / English, Irish, Scottish, Welsh, Nonfiction » Literary criticism » Medieval, Nonfiction » Religion & Spirituality » Christian Theology / Apologetics
King Arthur and his legendary Camelot inspire the reflection on the best of humanity and true virtue: faithful friends and comradery, chivalry, courtly love, perseverance to purpose, and the Divine fulfillment of a promise. The enduring appeal of Camelot is the Gospel message told within a Medieval tale: stories where agape love take form with a faithful company persevering to victory led by...
French For Beginners: A Practical Guide to Learn the Basics of French in 10 Days!
by Manuel De Cortes
Series: Language Series.
Price:
$9.99 USD.
Words: 15,550.
Language:
English.
Originally Published: June 18, 2020
by
Lito Publishing.
Categories:
Nonfiction » Language Instruction » French, Nonfiction » Cooking, Food, Wine, Spirits » French, Nonfiction » Literary criticism » European / French, Poetry » European poetry » French, Fiction » Literary collections » European / French
This book contains proven steps and strategies on how to pronounce French vowels and consonants, how to pluralize nouns, and how to get around your way in France, using all the helpful examples of phrases and dialogues provided in this book.
Bewährte Speed Reading Techniken: So lesen Sie 300 Seiten in einer Stunde (bei maximalem Textverständnis). Eine Komplett-Anleitung für Anfänger | Mit Lernübungen für Fortgeschrittene
by John R. Torrance
Price:
$9.99 USD.
Words: 32,670.
Language:
German.
Originally Published: June 17, 2022
by
John R. Torrance.
Categories:
Nonfiction » Business & Economics » Business communication / general, Nonfiction » Education & Study Guides » Teaching methods & materials / reading & phonics, Nonfiction » Literary criticism » Books & Reading, Nonfiction » Education & Study Guides » Literacy » Reading skills, Nonfiction » Self-improvement » Personal Growth / General
Werden Sie zum Schnelllese-Experten, lernen Sie schneller und beeindrucken Sie Ihr Umfeld mit Ihrem umfangreichen Wissen! Müssen Sie in Ihrem Job sehr viel lesen und haben Sie Schwierigkeiten damit, Ihren kompletten Lesestoff durchzugehen? Studieren Sie und müssen Sie regelmäßig vor Klausuren einen ganzen Bücherstapel abarbeiten? Wann war das...
85 Remarkable Women in History
by Gabriella Goldberger
Price:
$9.99 USD.
Words: 45,490.
Language:
English.
Originally Published: September 20, 2023
by
Azure Time Press.
Categories:
Nonfiction » History, Nonfiction » Social Science » Women's studies, Nonfiction » Science & Nature » History of Science, Nonfiction » Biography » Woman biographies, Nonfiction » Literary criticism » Women Authors
Embark on an inspiring journey with "85 Remarkable Women in History," a celebration of fearless pioneers who shattered ceilings and carved trails across diverse domains. From science and literature to leadership, civil rights, the arts, humanitarian work, technology, and exploration, these women redefine the art of breaking barriers, leaving an indelible mark on the annals of history.