Never Be Afraid to Speak to a Group Again....

Part memoir, part master class by one of the bestselling authors of all time, this superb volume is a revealing and practical view of the writer’s craft, comprising the basic tools of the trade every writer must have....

How do master storytellers compel us? There have been many attempts to understand what makes a good story, but few have used a scientific approach....

Now public speaking coach and best-selling author Carmine Gallo explores what makes a great presentation by examining the widely acclaimed TED Talks....

Verbal Judo is the classic guide to the martial art of the mind and mouth that can help you defuse confrontations and generate cooperation....

An essential volume for generations of writers young and old. The twenty-fifth anniversary edition of this modern classic will continue to spark creative minds for years to come....

The media guru and bestselling author of Pitch Perfect helps professionals break away from canned communications and find their true—and most effective—voice no matter the workplace.

In Made to Stick, Chip and Dan Heath reveal the anatomy of ideas that stick and explain ways to make ideas stickier, such as applying the human scale principle, using the Velcro Theory of Memory, and creating curiosity gaps....

With Paul Noble’s simple, relaxed approach, you will learn in a way that suits you—without having to memorise long lists of words you won’t use; scribbling notes as you listen; or feeling frustrated....

A master class in the art of persuasion, as taught by professors ranging from Bart Simpson to Winston Churchill, newly revised and updated....

There are few creative acts more mysterious and magical than writing a song. But what if the goal wasn't so mysterious and was actually achievable for anyone who wants to experience more magic and creativity in their life? Listen to find out more....

Robert Cialdini shines a light on effective persuasion and reveals that the secret doesn't lie in the message itself but in the key moment before that message is delivered....

Have you ever felt like your message isn’t landing, your voice isn’t being heard, or your words aren’t creating the impact you want?

If you struggle when you speak, then you are not alone. Public speaking is the number one fear in America....

Legendary writing teacher and author of The Anatomy of Story John Truby provides a guide to understanding the major genres of the story world.

From the bestselling author of Waking Up and The End of Faith, a collection of the best conversations from his wildly popular, often controversial podcast, Making Sense....

We see notebooks everywhere we go. But where did these indispensable implements come from? In this wide-ranging history, Roland Allen reveals how the notebook became our most dependable and versatile tool for creative thinking.

Novelist Jessica Brody presents a comprehensive story-structure guide for novelists that applies the famed Save the Cat! screenwriting methodology to the world of novel writing....

In 2018, novelist Jami Attenberg, faced with a looming deadline, needed writing inspiration. Using a bootcamp model, she and a friend set out to write one thousand words daily for two weeks straight....

For the last 20 years, George Saunders has been teaching a class on the Russian short story to his MFA students at Syracuse University. In A Swim in a Pond in the Rain, he shares a version of that class with us....

Filled with empowering, easy-to-follow tips for crafting stories that forge lasting bonds with friends, family, and colleagues alike, this book will help you connect authentically with the world around you and unleash the power of story in your life.

In this groundbreaking synthesis of mindfulness, somatics, and nonviolent communication, Oren Jay Sofer offers simple yet powerful practices to develop healthy, effective, and satisfying ways of communicating....

Robert McKee's screenwriting workshops have earned him an international reputation for inspiring novices, refining works in progress, and putting major screenwriting careers back on track....

In July 1995, San Jose Mercury-News reporter Gary Webb found the Big One - the blockbuster story every journalist secretly dreams about - without even looking for it....

Three former CIA officers - among the world’s foremost authorities on recognizing deceptive behavior - share their proven techniques for uncovering a lie.....

Bill McGowan has devoted more than twenty years to helping people find their distinctive voice. From CEOs to White House staffers to television personalities, he has coached thousands of speakers to make their narrative more memorable and distinctive by breaking free from the challenges preventing them from selling their ideas with conviction, motivating their teams during challenging times, or clearly articulating a company’s mission. Speak, Memorably offers concrete strategies and tools to help anyone, in any stage of their career.

In the age of artificial intelligence, drafting an essay is as simple as typing a prompt and pressing enter. What does this mean for the art of writing? According to longtime writing teacher John Warner: not very much. More Than Words argues that generative AI programs like ChatGPT not only can kill the student essay but should, since these assignments don’t challenge students to do the real work of writing. To Warner, writing is thinking—discovering your ideas while trying to capture them on a page—and feeling—grappling with what it fundamentally means to be human.

Le Guin’s sharp and witty voice is on full display in this collection of twenty-four essays, revised by the author a decade after its initial publication in 1979. The collection covers a wide range of topics and Le Guin’s origins as a writer, her advocacy for science fiction and fantasy as mediums for true literary exploration, the writing of her own major works such as A Wizard of Earthsea and The Left Hand of Darkness, and her role as a public intellectual and educator.

Step into the vivid, paradoxical world of G. K. Chesterton—where saints dance with skeptics, riddles reveal truth, and the ordinary becomes extraordinary. Best known for his wit and philosophical insight, Chesterton’s poetry is a rich blend of humor, faith, social commentary, and fierce imagination. From the rousing rhythms of “Lepanto” to the introspective depth of “The Ballad of the White Horse”, this curated selection showcases Chesterton’s signature style: playful yet profound, grounded yet soaring.

We are surrounded by emoji. They appear in politics, movies, drug deals, our sex lives, and more. But emoji's impact has never been explored in full. In this rollicking tech and pop culture history, Keith Houston follows emoji from its birth in 1990s Japan, traces its Western explosion in the 2000s, and considers emoji's ever-expanding lexicon. Named for the world's most popular pictogram, Face with Tears of Joy tells the whole story of emoji for the first time.

Hands shaking? Mind blank? That familiar dread before speaking to a crowd? You're not alone – 75% of people share that fear. But what if speaking to THOUSANDS could feel as natural, as connecting, or talking to ONE trusted friend? This isn't about some rare, inborn talent. Many legends, from Gandhi to Buffett, battled intense shyness. They didn't avoid the stage; they discovered how to own it, and so can you. This guide provides strategies to conquer fear, connect with your audience, and see public speaking as an opportunity to reach, motivate, and inspire.

Bitch is a bitch of a word. It used to be a straightforward insult, but today—after so many variations and efforts to reject or reclaim the word—it's not always entirely clear what it means. Bitch is a chameleon. There are good bitches and bad bitches; sexy bitches and psycho bitches; boss bitches and even perfect bitches. This eye-opening deep-dive account takes us on a journey spanning a millennium, from its humble beginnings as a word for a female dog through to its myriad meanings today, proving that sometimes you can teach an old dog new tricks.

Do you carry a story inside you—one that stirs beneath the surface, whispering to be told? Are you a story catcher, inspired to gather and tell the stories of this time? Or perhaps you are a story carrier—one who tends to and keeps old stories alive so they may breathe among us once more. If so, you already know that storytelling is more than just words. It’s a vessel for profound alchemy and transformation. With Sacred Storytelling, you’ll be taken on an immersive journey with master storyteller Leah Lamb into the art of conscious storytelling as a living, ancient practice.

A team of veteran communication and speaking coaches delivers a groundbreaking new framework to becoming a great communicator. Thanks to the authors' decades of experience, listeners will discover the six essential threshold concepts needed to give talks like the best TED speakers and Fortune 500 leaders. Their practical and accessible approach will help you establish powerful habits in your speaking practice. You'll understand what's preventing you from being influential and persuasive, and build a new foundation toward being a highly effective communicator.

Want to build a real self-publishing business that actually pays you? This book shows you how to research, launch, and scale print-on-demand books using the same strategies as top KDP earners. No fluff. No filler. Just a clear path from idea to income. Inside, you will learn: How to find profitable book ideas with built-in demand A step-by-step way to test your niche before you publish What makes a book cover and title convert browsers into buyers How to write descriptions that sell without sounding desperate Simple launch methods that work without a big audience Ways to scale your ...

¿Eres guía, terapeuta, maestro espiritual, facilitador de talleres o simplemente un alma con algo que decir? Entonces este libro es para ti. Oratoria para espirituales no es un manual común sobre cómo hablar en público. Es un viaje profundo, humano y transformador sobre cómo comunicar con alma. Está diseñado para quienes no solo quieren transmitir ideas, sino también tocar corazones, despertar consciencia y facilitar experiencias. A través de anécdotas, reflexiones, estrategias y ejercicios prácticos, este libro te acompaña a desarrollar una oratoria auténtica, inspiradora y ...

Struggling to Write Blurbs for Your Novels? Many authors find writing blurbs or book descriptions difficult. Why is it so hard? Because it requires a different kind of writing than we’re familiar with. To write an effective blurb, you need to learn the art of copywriting – a skill that we tend to associate with the marketing and advertising industries. This association makes some authors uncomfortable. But copywriting can be used for good as well as evil. Blurbs & Book Descriptions presents the copywriting skills a modern author needs and shows how they can be applied to create ...

La oratoria política y diplomática siempre ha sido un pilar fundamental de la gobernanza, la persuasión y la manipulación de masas. Desde Pericles y Cicerón hasta Churchill, Kennedy y Putin, la palabra ha moldeado imperios, justificado guerras y consolidado liderazgos. Esta obra explora cómo los discursos han construido la historia y siguen definiendo el rumbo de las naciones.

Short Stories in Spanish for all Levels to Reflect and Grow offers a revolutionary approach to language acquisition. Through eight carefully crafted stories spanning beginner (A1-A2) to advanced (C1) levels, author Ariel Vega Luna creates an immersive learning experience that transforms how you connect with Spanish.

You published the book. Why isn’t anyone buying it? It’s not because your writing is bad. It’s because your book is hidden. On Amazon, visibility is everything, and the right keywords make all the difference. Keyword Power for Authors is your step-by-step guide to using strategic keywords and optimized metadata to help readers actually find your book. Whether you write fiction or nonfiction, this guide will show you exactly how to position your book in Amazon’s search results and get it in front of the right audience. You’ll learn how to: Select high-impact keywords that real ...

Once upon a time there was a novel that opened at a normal house in a typical street in England. Arthur Dent awoke to discover it was about to be demolished to make way for a new village by-pass. The Hitch Hiker’s Guide to the Galaxy began. Once upon a time another novel opened at another normal house in a typical street in England. 4, Privet Drive, home of Mr and Mrs Dursley. The infant Harry Potter was about to be deposited on their doorstep.

Unlock your full learning potential with The Ultimate Study Skills Blueprint: Simple Strategies to Double Your Reading Speed, Memory, and Focus! Whether you are a student, professional, or lifelong learner, this comprehensive guide equips you with practical, science-backed techniques to transform how you learn.

The One-Hour Author empowers busy professionals to write, publish, and launch a book that builds their brand—without sacrificing their well-being. Start your journey today and see how one hour a week can turn your dream into a reality.

Following the Front is a compilation of WWII dispatches written by Sidney A. Olson for TIME and LIFE magazines, 1944-1945. Olson, who joined Time Inc. in 1939 and served as a senior editor there, asked to be assigned overseas as a war correspondent. In mid-December, 1944, he received his accreditation from the War Department and sailed for London. Attached to the European Theater of Operations (ETO), Olson followed the Allied Forces as they pushed the Nazis back into Germany. He typed up his reports and cabled them to his editors in New York.

In a noisy world where attention spans are shrinking, short books that solve real problems are the secret weapon of modern entrepreneurs, coaches, consultants, and creators. Mini Book Launchpad is a step-by-step guide that shows you how to turn your message into a high-impact, self-published mini book on Amazon — even if you're not a writer.

In this must-listen audiobook, Australia’s leading book mentor Natasa Denman shares the proven tips and strategies that will set you up for your book writing success. Natasa has helped hundreds of people just like you, from all around the world, go from uncertain, fearful and confused, to published authors.

While both nonfiction and fiction genres have their own challenges and complexities, there are several key reasons why many individuals may find writing nonfiction to be easier than writing fiction. Nonfiction offers opportunities for personal and professional growth while contributing significantly to the dissemination of knowledge and the improvement of shared comprehension. Whether aiming to educate, motivate, or provoke thought and stimulate reaction, a nonfiction author leaves a lasting impression on both readers and society.

¿Y si el secreto que estabas buscando no está en el éxito... sino en tu historia? Este libro revela el verdadero secreto: el poder de escribir desde lo más profundo, sin filtros, sin máscaras, sin miedo. No es un manual más. Es un mapa emocional. Es una guía humana y real para liberar eso que llevas dentro y convertirlo en un libro que transforme tu vida… y la de otros. Aquí descubrirás cómo usar la escritura catártica para romper bloqueos, sanar heridas, abrazar tu verdad y escribir con el alma. Porque sí, aunque creas que no sabes escribir, este libro te demostrará lo ...

One of the easiest books to write to simply to collect articles you have written based on other people’s books, other people’s articles, other people’s social media, etc. Of course, you need to have written such articles if you want to collect them into a book like this. If you write one article each week for a year, you’ll have enough content. What sort of articles can you write? Here are a few ideas taken from articles I wrote for the attached Book Marketing 264: Promotional Ideas I’ve Learned from Other People.

بعد أن رأيتُ العروض التي يقدمها "مارك" وقرأت له هذا الكتاب، تعلمت بعض النصائح الرائعة لتبني موقف فكريٍّ ونهج إيجابيٍّ لتقديم العروض التقديمية بثقة؛ ولذلك فإنني أنصح بشدة بتطبيق الأفكار العملية المطروحة في هذا الكتاب؛ لأنها تمنحك مكاسب سريعة لتحسين طريقتك في تقديم العروض التقديمية في المستقبل.