English Writing

When Ben Aitken learnt that his gran had enjoyed a four-night holiday including four three-course dinners, four cooked breakfasts, four games of bingo, a pair of excursions, 16 pints of lager and luxury return coach travel, all for a hundred pounds, he thought, that's the life, and signed himself up. Six times over. Good value aside, what Ben was really after was the company of his elders - those with more chapters under their belt, with the wisdom granted by experience, the candour gifted by time, and the hard-earned ability to live each day like it's nearly their last.

In this book, we hear from an ambulatory care residency applicant who went from being dead set against residency to having an unexpected quarter-life crisis and entering the residency playing field against all odds. The letter of intent, or LOI, was the most potent tool Callie Abramowitz used to set her up for success and eventually go seven for seven with residency interview invites. Like a cover letter, the LOI is a specific writing tool commonly used in conjunction with your CV to illustrate your personal story, best features, and ways in which you are the best match for a specific ...

Mr. Peter’s “Steps to Composition (Development of Writing Skill, from Primary to Secondary Level” is the first part of a book called ‘Advanced Writing Skill, the Complete Version,’ which contains three parts (Part-1, Part-2 & Part-3). Part 1 of the book includes all types of paragraph writing, essay writing, picture story composition, and story writing for students from Primary to Higher Secondary levels. It covers paragraphs from autobiographical to biographical, narrative writing to descriptive writing, and Picture Story Composition. On the other hand, Part 2, “Development of ...

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A Realistic Guide to Drastically Improving Your Child’s Writing After twenty-five years as an educator working with at-risk youth, Micheal Maxwell has certainly learned what works and what doesn't in teaching basic writing skills to people who have no real interest in writing. “If your student is failing or falling desperately behind, this guide will give them the tools to build their confidence in writing, and take away the, “I don’t know where to start”. Shari Damaso, recently said in an Amazon.com review, “This is a great tool for adults who want to help kids improve their ...

Li Juan and her mother own a small convenience store in the Altai Mountains in Northwestern China, where she writes about her life among grasslands and snowy peaks. To her neighbors' surprise, Li decides to join a family of Kazakh herders as they take their 30 boisterous camels, 500 sheep, and over 100 cattle and horses to pasture for the winter.

Bring Your Digital Ideas to Life – No Coding Degree Required! Stop letting "I don't know how to code" kill your brilliant ideas! If you dream of building apps, websites, or unique digital tools but feel locked out by technical barriers, this book is your key to unlocking a revolutionary new way of creating. Discover Vibe Coding, the groundbreaking approach that uses the power of Artificial Intelligence to translate your vision into working software through simple, natural language conversation. Forget complex syntax and steep learning curves – focus on your creativity and let AI handle ...

"Sumptuous prose and a mind-blowing twist will make sure that readers don't forget The Professor's Wife, an unsettling psychological thriller wrapped in a provocative dark romance." -IndieReader Carl Bingham is a lonely British Literature Professor who has sworn off love and sex since an affair with a student at Skidmore College almost lost him his tenure and reputation. Camilla is a young artist who sits in his classroom, mesmerized by his voice and appearance. Despite their age difference, they fall in love, marry, and feed each other's physical and emotional needs. But when secrets and ...

This book is intended to teach you how to play the guitar and write songs. Starting with the basics, this book can help you whether you have not even purchased your first guitar yet or even if you are a little more advanced. It will cover: * How to get started as a rhythm guitarist * How to get started as a lead guitarist * How to practice shredding * How to memorize the fretboard * Which guitar accessories can make practice more fun and the songwriting process more effective * How to turn notes into actual songs * How to use improvisation to enhance your songwriting ability immediately * ....

What If is an essay about the power of daydreaming, and why you should never, ever, ever, become a writer. James J. Caterino is the author of Jordan Rose and the Tomb of Resurrection, The Anti-Matter Girl, Dreams, True Stories, To Meghan, I Want to Believe, Ghost Stories, Pop Star, Time Travel Stories, The Girl from the Stars, and much more.

Epictetus, a Greek stoic and freed slave, ran a thriving philosophy school in Nicropolis in the early second century AD. His animated discussions were celebrated for their rhetorical wizardry and were written down by Arrian, his most famous pupil. Together with the Enchiridion, a manual of his main ideas, and the fragments collected here, The Discourses argue that happiness lies in learning to perceive exactly what is in our power to change and what is not, and in embracing our fate to live in harmony with god and nature.

Discover the songwriting technique used in 97% of all hit songs. Music is a tough industry to break into. With production gear being affordable for the first time in history, it seems like everyone is making music these days. Getting noticed in the continuous stream of information that is the Internet seems almost impossible. But: There is a technique designed specifically to captivate and hook an audience and with The Addiction Formula, you can learn it in a couple of hours.

Annaliese Byler returns home to her family’s farm in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, just in time for Christmas. After spending months caring for her aunt in another district, she’s eager to reconnect with her family. However, a sense of uncertainty stirs in her heart, leaving her wondering if there is something more God is calling her to. Josiah Petersheim, a longtime family friend and skilled woodworker, has also returned to town after apprenticing under his uncle. As they reunite, the once-shy Josiah is now a confident man, though still gentle at heart. Their friendship is rekindled,...

The Appalachian Trail trail stretches from Georgia to Maine and covers some of the most breathtaking terrain in America - majestic mountains, silent forests, sparking lakes. If you’re going to take a hike, it’s probably the place to go. And Bill Bryson is surely the most entertaing guide you’ll find. He introduces us to the history and ecology of the trail and to some of the other hardy (or just foolhardy) folks he meets along the way - and a couple of bears. Already a classic, A Walk in the Woods will make you long for the great outdoors (or at least a comfortable chair to sit and read in).

Hart covers what writers in this genre need to know, from understanding story theory and structure, to mastering point of view and such basic elements as scene, action, and character, to drafting, revising, and editing work for publication. Revealing the stories behind the stories, Hart brings listeners into the process of developing nonfiction narratives by sharing tips, anecdotes, and recommendations he forged during his decades-long career in journalism.

Unlock Your Writing Potential with the Pomodoro Technique Are you a writer struggling to stay focused, overcome procrastination, or maintain consistency? Do you find yourself battling distractions or feeling overwhelmed by large writing projects? If so, this book is your ultimate guide to transforming your creative process with the power of the Pomodoro Technique. Tailored specifically for writers, this book dives deep into how this simple yet effective time management method can help you conquer common writing challenges, boost productivity, and unleash your creative flow. Whether you're ...

This book has explored the many ways in which writers can use AI to assist with the writing process. From generating ideas and refining language to editing and proofreading, AI can be a valuable resource for writers looking to improve the efficiency and accuracy of their writing. We've examined the various AI tools and resources that are available to writers, and we've provided tips for choosing the right tools and resources for your needs, as well as strategies for maximizing the effectiveness and efficiency of AI in your writing. In addition, we've offered writing prompts and exercises to...

You're about to discover how to craft great songs packed full of meaning. You'll learn how to stay focused, be productive, and get over writer's block. They'll be little exercises throughout that will challenge your ear, creativity and artistry.

Make a Memorable Impression with Your Application Essay! Imagine your essay as a photograph. Now picture a college admissions officer holding your photograph next to two other photos. The problem is, they only have room for one more acceptance. The first photo was taken at a professional studio and shows a well-dressed student candidate neatly sitting on a chair, with a soothing background behind him…very nice. The second photo shows a candidate also sitting, only it’s an out-of-focus, crumbled-up shot taken from a mobile phone. The third photograph is a shot of you holding a paint ...

All you need to know about formatting your screenplay to align with professional standards in a quick-reading and to-the-point page turner. The author Robert L. McCullough has nearly 300 produced script credits and is a founder of The Santa Barbara International Screenplay Awards, The Diverse Writers Outreach Awards, The Wiki Screenplay Contest, and The Los Angeles International Screenplay Awards. With an M.A. in Screenwriting, an MFA from The American Film Institute, and a long professional career of promoting aspiring writers into working professionals at every major studio, he now ...