English Storytelling

From a distinctive, inimitable voice, a wickedly funny and fascinating romp through the strange and often contradictory history of Western parenting.

In Holding Space, Aminata Cairo presents her own, unique vision in the promotion of inclusion that far surpasses the standard diversity and inclusion approach. She grounds her work in indigenous knowledge, the blues aesthetics, holy hip hop, and Caribbean and black feminist theories. She engages her audience utilizing storytelling, with the ultimate goal of creating a new story, collectively.

If you like a cozy mystery series that has… A fun, clean whodunit series with twists and turns. Three generations of one family sleuthing together. Talking dog sleuths sniffing out clues and bad guys. A small town with hidden secrets. A close-knit community coming together to solve crime. … then this is the short read book for you. With just two weeks to go before the wedding of Lily Thompson and Hayes Sterling, everything seems perfect. The bride-to-be is busy completing the last minute details for her dream wedding when disaster strikes - Hayes mysteriously disappears. Panic sets in ...

Uninvited uses all the author’s skills as a veteran reporter, television producer, private investigator, archivist, and humorous storyteller to reveal the unseen capers, snafus, and mishaps behind Hollywood’s palace gates against a backdrop of America’s fascination with celebrity culture. And it exposes the personal struggles of an adrenaline-addicted gatecrasher facing perpetual moral challenges, physical dangers, and psychological stressors that culminate in near disaster.

If you've ever had a good idea for a book, but weren't sure where to begin or how to keep going once you've started, this book's for you! Karen McQuestion, whose novels have sold more than three million copies worldwide, introduces straightforward strategies learned in writing more than twenty-five books. Find out how to spark your creativity and put joy back into the writing process. In this book you'll discover: What to decide before you've written the first word The three components you'll find in every great novel The trick to making an emotional connection with the reader How to use ...

Unleash the power of your words and transform the world with Public Speaking Unleashed! In this comprehensive guide, you'll discover the skills, strategies, and mindset necessary to become a confident and compelling public speaker. From mastering the art of persuasion, storytelling, and rhetoric, to adapting to different speaking environments and audiences, to delivering successful virtual presentations and webinars, you'll learn how to captivate your audience and deliver a message that resonates. With actionable tips, real-world examples, and inspiring insights, Public Speaking Unleashed ...

Here it is! The recording fans have been asking for! A recording that contains the hilarious and completely captivating tale of Dirty Joe, a pirate who steals socks, and his equally odious sister, Stinky Annie, who steals underwear.

Unleash the Power of Data Visualization with a Logical Approach and Craft Compelling Stories to Drive Fast Results This comprehensive guide, written by senior strategy consultant Sam Schreim, is your go-to resource for conquering data visualization and crafting powerful and insightful stories from your data to drive fast results. With decades of experience and insights, senior strategy consultant Sam Schreim has developed a proven, logic-based approach that makes it easy to turn hard data into a compelling narrative. This is essential in today's world where turning data into a compelling ...

Struggling with writer’s block? Wish you could generate story ideas and drafts more efficiently? This first-of-its-kind guide reveals how writers at any level can collaborate with AI to supercharge their fiction craft. Inside you’ll discover step-by-step techniques for: - Brainstorming compelling premises and characters with AI in minutes - Using AI templates to easily outline plot sequences, relationships and arcs - Drafting scenes, chapters, and full manuscripts with AI writing assistance - Revising work faster by having AI assess pacing, consistency, clarity - Optimizing book ...

Hypnotic Writing Lab: Mastering the Art of Building Trust and Connection Through Overt and Covert Hypnotic Narratives Unlock the true power of your words. Hypnotic Writing Lab: Mastering the Art of Building Trust and Connection Through Overt and Covert Hypnotic Narratives reveals how to craft stories that don’t just captivate—but connect on a deep, transformative level. This is more than a book of writing exercises. It’s an invitation to master the art of influence, persuasion, and emotional resonance through the subtle power of hypnotic storytelling. In this lab, you’ll learn how ...

Welcome back, dear reader, to this second set of collected stories of mystery, intrigue, adventure and romance. Here, we present a tale of espionage and safe houses, a story of a hotel murder, two airport mysteries, two winter-season stories a wood-plank piano ... Abducted by aliens ... clam diggers ... the pet sitter ... strange visitors ...So settle in ... Sip a hot cocoa. Let the stories transport you and the images dazzle your senses. Get ready to journey along with Molly and Paige, Angus, Rick, Dominic, Lily and Rosie, Adrian and Vivian, Michael And Bob, Amelia and Daniel, and a giant ...

Fellow cozy mystery lovers, it is time for you to become an amateur sleuth too! Can you figure out what… A small town café owner named Libby Spangler, A stray dog named Firecracker, and A beloved Liberty Lakes council member’s murder …have in common? When a long-time council member is found dead under a picnic table in the town’s park, retired television newscaster, turned café owner, Libby Spangler decides to untangle the truth before the July 4th holiday festivities fizzle out and the fireworks fade. In this star-spangled, whodunit cozy mystery, you’ll embark on a quest to ...

The creators of the popular website Black Nerd Problems bring their witty and unflinching insight to this engaging collection of pop culture essays - on everything from Mario Kart to issues of representation - that “will fill you with joy and give you hope for the future of geek culture” (Ernest Cline, number one New York Times best-selling author).

In today's connection economy, the most successful leaders inspire their people with purpose and meaning. Powerful corporate storytelling can mobilise people around an organisational objective in a way that a focus on market share never will. Be it a digital transformation or a diversity and inclusion initiative, corporate change needs the support of the people in that organisation in order to stick. Yet, while all stories can move people to take action, storytelling isn't a one size fits all.

In today’s crowded market, capturing attention is no longer enough—you need to captivate, connect, and convert. The secret to achieving this lies in the power of storytelling. Once Upon A Brand: The Business of Storytelling reveals how founders, marketers, sales teams, and product leaders can use storytelling to transform their content, campaigns, and customer interactions. Bestselling author and business strategist Jon Smith shares his expertise on how stories can breathe life into your brand, turning ordinary messaging into unforgettable narratives that engage audiences and build ...

Librarians spend their lives weeding - not weeds, but books - books that have reached the end of their shelf life both literally and figuratively. They remove books that patrons no longer check out, and they put back books they treasure. Annie Spence, who has a decade of experience as a Midwestern librarian, does this not only at her Michigan library but also at home, for her neighbors, at cocktail parties - everywhere. In Dear Fahrenheit 451, she addresses those books directly.

Question: What does a dead Kornville councilman, a nationally televised baking competition, and thousands of missing dollars have in common? Answer: Tabitha Clive! Amateur sleuth and baker extraordinaire Tabitha Clive must save Kornville’s new Mayor’s reputation before it is too late. The year is 1966 and Abigail Clive is doing an excellent job as the newly appointed mayor of Kornville, Nebraska. Well, it was going well until her harshest critic turns up dead. To make matters worse, money is missing from the town’s road improvement account, and no one knows where it has gone. Among ...

Unleash your true potential and discover the path to success with Find Your Edge, an insightful guide that empowers you to embrace your uniqueness and stand out in an increasingly crowded world. This compelling eBook offers a transformative journey through various stages of self-discovery, market exploration, and brand development, providing you with the tools needed to achieve your personal and professional goals. Start by exploring the power of your unique traits and learn why standing out is key to success. Engage in personal reflection to uncover your core values and balance your skills...

Some people will do anything for money. Take Brian Zembic, recipient of the world's most notorious boob job. After a fellow gambler bet $100,000 that Brian wouldn't subject himself to the breast implants he so admired in women, Brian found himself going under the knife to become a 38C - and $100,000 richer.

Discover the depths of faith and history: Dive into the untold stories of the Bible without losing yourself in theological complexities Are you searching for a deeper understanding of biblical narratives? Have you ever wondered about the stories not included in the canon? Do you long to connect with biblical characters on a personal level, seeing them not just as historical figures, but as relatable human beings? If so, you're not alone. Many seekers of faith and truth find themselves yearning for insights beyond the traditional texts, searching for a narrative that bridges the gap between ...