English Language Learning

A child is born in a tin can. A switchboard operator finds himself in hell. Three corpulent women float somewhere beyond time. Welcome to the weird world of Karin Tidbeck, the visionary Swedish author of literary sci-fi, speculative fiction, and mind-bending fantasy who has captivated fans around the world. Originally published by the tiny press Cheeky Frawg - the passion project of Ann and Jeff VanderMeer - Jagannath has been celebrated by listeners and critics alike, with rave reviews from major outlets and support from lauded peers like China Mieville and even Ursula K. Le Guin herself.

In today's interconnected world, mastering multiple languages beyond one's mother tongue has become increasingly essential. The encouraging reality is that learning a second language can be far more straightforward and quicker than often presumed. Even if you struggled with language classes in school, don't see yourself as academically gifted, or doubt your language learning capabilities, these challenges can be overcome. You haven't mastered the target language because you haven't discovered and applied the proper methods and techniques. This book serves dual purposes: as a motivational ...

Do you want to learn German the fast, fun, and easy way? And do you want to master daily conversations and speak like a native? Then this is the audiobook for you.

Do you want to learn Italian? Learning a new language is actually easier than you may think! It is truly an advantage when you know how to speak more than one language. You realize that you are more confident in communicating with other people especially when you travel. Italian Quickly! is specially designed for people who know little to no Italian at all. You’ll be surprised by how fast you'll be able to understand everyday Italian and start having fluent conversations.

Start speaking French in minutes, and grasp the language, culture and customs in just minutes more with Survival Phrases - French, a completely new way to learn Basic French fast! Survival Phrases - French, will have you speaking with proper pronunciation from the very first lesson and prepare you with cultural insight, travel tips and other information to utterly shock and amaze your friends and family, travel companions and people you meet along the way.

Start speaking Korean in minutes, and grasp the language, culture and customs in just minutes more with Upper Beginner Korean, Volume 1, a completely new way to learn Korean with ease! Upper Beginner Korean, Volume 1 will have you speaking with proper pronunciation from the very first lesson and arm you with cultural insight and other information to utterly shock and amaze your Korean friends.

When face-to-face with a real Brazilian Portuguese speaker, do you freeze? Do you fear not knowing how to ask for directions in Portuguese or even worse, communicate if there’s an emergency? If your answer to any of these questions was "Yes", then keep listening! If there’s anything more challenging than learning the grammar rules of a new language, it’s knowing what to say while having the courage to speak with confidence. We know how you feel. "How do I get out of this situation?", you may ask yourself, but have yet to find a straight-forward answer. Until now.

Someone last year just loved the way you wrote and argued and somehow convinced you that taking AP English Language and Composition was right up your alley. Now, as May gets closer, you're stressed, slammed with everything else high school throws at you on top of dealing with college admissions. Ok, deep breaths. You can do this. And we're here help to you knock it out of the park.

Start speaking Italian in minutes, and grasp the language, culture and customs in just minutes more with Upper Intermediate - Italian, a completely new way to learn Italian with ease! Upper Intermediate - Italian will have you speaking with proper pronunciation from the very first lesson and arm you with cultural insight and other information to utterly shock and amaze your Italian friends.

Speak Turkish Confidently in Real-Life Situations – The Perfect Guide for Travelers, EMIGRANT, Expats, and Self-Learners! If you're planning to visit Turkey, live there, or simply want to communicate better with Turkish speakers, this book is your practical companion. "Speak Turkish in Everyday Situations" is designed to help you use Turkish naturally and confidently in all types of daily interactions. Learn Real Turkish for Real-Life Situations This book goes beyond textbooks and teaches you the Turkish you'll actually hear and need in everyday conversations—whether you're ordering ...

Designed for beginner-level learners, this book will teach you the top 100 must-know Portuguese slang words and phrases, handpicked by our team of Portuguese teachers and experts, that are used in everyday speech. Discover how you can master daily conversations and speak like a native.

This 3-in-1 Audiobook bundle is a fast and easy introduction to Japanese for Absolute Beginners. Instead of just reading about Japanese, you learn through everyday conversations between native speakers. In each lesson, you hear a practical dialogue. Then, our teachers translate and explain every word—and you understand it all within minutes. Not only will you understand practical conversations, but you'll also be able to use the same phrases. Learn Japanese Bundle - Easy Introduction for Beginners focuses on everyday Japanese—the kind that you yourself will use in Japan.

A survey of the quirks and quandaries of the English language, focusing on our strange and wonderful grammar. Why do we say "I am reading a catalog" instead of "I read a catalog"? Why do we say "do" at all? Is the way we speak a reflection of our cultural values? Delving into these provocative topics and more, Our Magnificent Bastard Tongue distills hundreds of years of fascinating lore into one lively history.

Have you used nearly every learning-Italian app ever invented and you still can't speak conversational Italian well enough to hold a conversation with a four-year-old Italian speaker? Well, if you're serious about learning to speak conversational Italian like a native speaker and without having to relocate to Italy for months or even years, then Learning Italian Like Crazy is just what you’re looking for. Maybe you've tried other apps and you still feel you're unable to speak conversational Italian with complete confidence.

Be more effective on the job! Communicate like a native speaker of English! American English speakers use many phrases and expressions on the job. If you don’t know these expressions, you’re left out of the conversation. You’re out of it...and nothing makes you feel so much like a foreigner. Speak Business English Like an American will help you speak Business English like an American - quickly and confidently. You’ll hear the idioms & expressions used in everyday speech in American workplaces.

There are so many reasons to learn a new language. Just imagine the experience of real Latin culture and fun activities with locals that you will never forget for the rest of your life. The best way to learn a new language is by reading and building a strong base of vocabulary. In this Spanish book you will find yourself glued to every single word of each captivating story that will keep you so engaged you’ll basically forget you’re even learning Spanish!

Want to immerse yourself in the Chinese language and speak at a native level? Curious about China and the culture? Then this audiobook is for you! With Advanced Chinese, you get Chinese-only lessons and learn the all about the country, culture, history, folklore, arts and popular destinations. Along the way, you'll pick up sophisticated expressions and advanced grammar.

Tagalog Level 1, Lessons 1-5 build on material taught in prior units. Each lesson provides 30 minutes of spoken language practice, with an introductory conversation, and new vocabulary and structures. Detailed instructions enable you to understand and participate in the conversation.

You will find 20 easy-to-listen, engaging, and fun stories that will not only help you to significantly expand your vocabulary but also provide you the tools to improve your grasp of the French language. Speed up your comprehension, skyrocket your vocabulary, and ignite your imagination with these 20 exciting French short stories! All stories are narrated using vocabulary you can easily use in your day-to-day conversations. The stories are designed with beginner French learners in mind.

A simple 3 step approach to mastering Korean in no time, even for absolute beginners.