English Storytelling

Three complete stories in one collection! Includes The Mystery of the Singing Ghost, The Mystery in the Snow, and The Pizza Mystery.

Three complete stories in one collection! Includes The Mystery of the Stolen Sword, The Basketball Mystery, and The Movie Star Mystery.

New immigrant Sadie - fresh from her small hometown in Ireland - moves to the US on a tourist visa for three months. In order to remain in the country, she decides go for the elusive "O1" visa - for “persons of extraordinary ability”. As Sadie pursues her quest for legal status, she joins a collective called "Nature Fans", whose members are also on a clock, trying to figure out how to stay in the country. Together the group alternately fights and works the system and grows close in the process.

Demonstrating once again why he is one of Canada's most loved jokesters, Black masterfully captures the laughter that often bursts out of the seams of everyday life. From an unexpected drag race to a Google search for a picture of the illusive "Arthur the Meek", you just never know when a regular day is going to turn into comedic genius. Black provides uproarious insight into uses a matador might have for a teacup, mango, or simply some paper towel....

Aparna Nancherla is a superstar comedian on the rise—a darling of Netflix and Comedy Central’s comedy special lineups, a headliner at comedy shows and music festivals, a frequenter of late night television and the subject of numerous profiles. She’s also a successful actor who has written a barrage of thoughtful essays published by the likes of the New York Times. If you ask her, though, she’s a total fraud. She’d hate to admit it, but no one does impostor syndrome quite like Aparna Nancherla.

Dr. Neal Nybo's "Public Speaking's Six Essential Laws to Overcome Fear, Engage Any Audience, and Deliver Extraordinary Presentations" is a comprehensive guide designed to transform anyone into a confident and compelling speaker, a "Fearless Speaker." The book lays out six fundamental laws: The Law of the Fearless Nobody: Anyone can become a great speaker. Confidence stems from thorough preparation, authentic connection, and a meaningful message, not inherent talent. It uses examples like Denzel Washington's character in The Equalizer and Po in Kung Fu Panda. The Law of Starting with Story: ...

Storytelling is humanity's oldest way of connecting to others. But for businesses and managers, it can also be a powerful tool to help organizations grow and thrive.

Three mysteries in one collection! This volume includes: The Rock 'n' Roll Mystery, The Secret of the Mask, and The Seattle Puzzle.

Annalee Newitz traces the way disinformation, propaganda, and violent threats have evolved from military weapons deployed against foreign adversaries into tools in domestic culture wars. Newitz delves into America's deep-rooted history with psychological operations, beginning with Benjamin Franklin's Revolutionary War-era fake newspaper and nineteenth-century wars on Indigenous nations, and reaching its apotheosis with the Cold War and twenty-first-century influence campaigns online.

Three complete stories in one collection! Includes The Mystery at the Crooked House, The Hockey Mystery, and The Mystery of the Midnight Dog.

Three complete stories in one collection! Includes The Mystery of the Stolen Boxcar, The Mystery in the Cave, and The Mystery on the Train.

Three complete stories in one collection! Includes The Mystery of the Lost Village, The Mystery of the Purple Pool, and The Ghost Ship Mystery.

Discover the Origin of Us All—Mitochondrial Eve: Humanity’s Common Thread Uncover the story that unites us! Dive into this groundbreaking exploration of humanity’s shared ancestry, where science meets history to reveal the extraordinary truth of our collective origins. What You’ll Discover: The fascinating science behind mitochondrial DNA and its connection to a single maternal ancestor. How Mitochondrial Eve challenges divisive narratives and celebrates our shared humanity. Real-world stories that inspire empathy, unity, and personal growth. This is more than a book—it’s a ...

Embark on a transformative journey into the world of Hypnotic Episodic Storytelling with Joseph Crown, a seasoned hypnotist with over two decades of experience. In "The Art of Hypnotic Episodic Storytelling," Crown weaves together narrative artistry and the science of influence to unveil the power of crafting long-form, compelling narratives. Through the Constellation Frameworks, dynamic lesson plans designed for comprehensive understanding and practical application, you will learn how to captivate hearts and minds, forge meaningful connections, and inspire change. Delve into the secrets of...

Three complete stories in one collection! Includes The Mystery of the Mummy's Curse, The Mystery of the Star Ruby, and The Stuffed Bear Mystery.

Three complete stories in one collection! Includes The Black Pearl Mystery, The Cereal Box Mystery, and The Panther Mystery.

"Your story is your life," says Loehr. As human beings, we continually tell ourselves stories: of success or failure; of power or victimhood; stories that endure for an hour, or a day, or an entire lifetime. We have stories about our work, our families and relationships, our health; about what we want and what we're capable of achieving.

Take a tour through the horror paperback novels of two iconic decades...if you dare. Hear shocking plot summaries that invoke devil worship, satanic children, and haunted real estate! Horror author and vintage paperback book collector Grady Hendrix offers killer commentary and witty insight on these trashy thrillers that tried so hard to be the next Exorcist or Rosemary's Baby. Complete with story summaries and artist and author profiles, this unforgettable volume dishes on familiar authors like V. C. Andrews and R. L. Stine, plus many more.

This book is a comprehensive guide to web stories and how they can be used for a variety of purposes, including business, publishing, and non-profit organizations. The book covers the basics of web stories, including their features, how to create and publish them, and how to optimize them for different devices. The book also explores the different ways web stories can be used to increase brand awareness, drive sales, increase audience engagement, and drive donations. Case studies of businesses, publishers, and non-profit organizations that have successfully used web stories are provided, as...

Bodett offers his keen, unforgettable observations of the lives of the people of Homer, Alaska, who "just ended up there, and stayed". Includes stories about Clara's coffee cup, Emmitt Frank, Jenuwine McDoogan, "the expert", "a lucky break", "missing youth", "Doug's stuff", and "the best sauna story so far".