Global Englishes

He’s the hottest rockstar in the world – the reason women throw panties on the stage. She’s in Paris simply to review book contracts . . . until the rockstar needs an interpreter. When Tempo Rain plays, the world melts. Fans clammer for their next hit. Dylan can’t let them know he’s blocked and that the next song won’t come. When Mallory steps in as Dylan’s interpreter, her sweet, sunshiny vibes turn his days around. But the pressures from his global management team, the netizens demands, and his own career commitments stop Dylan from pulling Mallory closer – a fling in ...

From trade to technology to military might, competition between the United States and China dominates the foreign policy landscape. But this battle for global influence is also playing out in a strange and unexpected arena: the movies. The film industry, Wall Street Journal reporter Erich Schwartzel explains, is the latest battleground in the tense and complex rivalry between these two world powers. In recent decades, as China has grown into a giant of the international economy, it has become a crucial source of revenue for the American film industry.

During the early stages of coronavirus, Amy Moudy Comeau, MBA, an award-winning and acclaimed marketing executive, began writing weekly emails to her Emory Healthcare marketing team every Friday, as a form of encouragement and support to get them through eight weeks of shelter-in-place, which turned into a three-year pandemic.

The adage "money makes the world go round" is true. But it's also crucial that you recognize and understand the many forms of money if you want to preserve and protect your financial future. It's challenging to avoid thinking that there is too much to learn in the subject of wealth management and investing to succeed at it. And there are indeed a ton of in-depth books available that just add to the difficulty. Even after years of in-depth study, there is always more to learn about money. Do you really need to, though? Who says personal finance needs to be tough to be effective? That’s ...

Dive deep into the electrifying world of esports monetization with 'Game Changer: The Ultimate Guide to Monetizing Esports'. As the esports scene witnesses unparalleled growth, there lies a treasure trove of opportunities waiting to be unearthed. Inside, you'll explore: 🎮 A panoramic view of the global esports market, covering major regions and their distinct characteristics. 🎮 Proven strategies and untapped avenues for monetizing esports, from sponsorships to broadcasting rights. 🎮 In-depth insights into current trends shaping the future of the esports landscape. 🎮 Exclusive ...

Yes, it’s possible to grow your donor base, raise more support, and get fully funded in today's modern world. Over 5,000 missionaries leave the field every year because of a lack of finances. There’s a gap between what you’ve been taught about raising support and the reality of what it actually takes. More than ever, donors are distracted and preoccupied. How can missionaries and ministry leaders raise support and grow their donor base in an increasingly noisy world?

This timely book offers a world history of insurgencies and of counterinsurgency warfare. Jeremy Black moves beyond the conventional Western-centric narrative, reaching back to antiquity to trace the pre-modern origins of war within states. His sweeping study will be essential material for all students of military history.

An inspiring personal story of redemption, second chances, and the transformative power within us all, from the founder and CEO of the nonprofit charity: water. In the tradition of such best-selling books as Shoe Dog and Mountains Beyond Mountains, Thirst is a riveting account of how to build a better charity, a better business, a better life - and a gritty tale that proves it’s never too late to make a change.

Asher continues his fight and will not quit but how can one young man’s determination defeat advanced alien technology and ruthlessness? Humanity is stretched thin and is at a breaking point! Earth’s World Security Organization is in play now, but even with their resources, the outlook is bleak! Can help from an ancient and benevolent alien race change the tide? Even with their assistance, how can eight augmented young people hope to defend humanity from a race of aliens that can also predict the future? Time is short and the people of Earth are doomed unless Asher and team can figure ...

Discover the Story That Connects Us All Step into the breathtaking narrative of Mitochondrial Eve, the mother of humanity. From the cradle of life in Africa to the farthest corners of the globe, her DNA links every person on Earth. This is not just science—it’s the most extraordinary story ever told. Experience Eve’s journey through an exhilarating exploration of human origins, resilience, and unity. Unearth how her legacy shaped societies, overcame unimaginable odds, and connects people from every nation, race, and culture. This is a story that redefines what it means to belong. The ...

In this new and substantially expanded Third Edition, Philip Jenkins continues to illuminate the remarkable expansion of Christianity in the global South - in Africa, Asia, and Latin America. Drawing upon the extensive new scholarship that has appeared on this topic in recent years, he asks how the new Christianity is likely to affect the poor, among whom it finds its most devoted adherents. How should we interpret the enormous success of prosperity churches across the Global South? Politically, what will be the impact of new Christian movements?

TWINS – Part Three: Books 7, 8, 9 & 10 This book continues the exciting story of Casey and Ali, two identical twins who were separated at birth and later reunited. Finally, many issues are resolved. But do the twins get the happiness they are hoping for? Or do circumstances cause Ali's life to take a different path? You will have to read to the very end to discover what is ahead in this wonderful series of books for girls. It is definitely a story that girls 9 - 12 and young teens are sure to enjoy! If you're looking for a series that you can't put down, then this is the one for you!

The Great Devaluation is the number one best-selling book that explains why the real crisis facing the world today is not the coronavirus. The real crisis facing the world is explosive government debt and deficits. Governments are now left with no choice but to spend more than they make, borrow more than they can ever repay, and devalue their currencies to cover it all up.

The Shadow World is the harrowing behind-the-scenes tale of the global arms trade, revealing the deadly collusion that all too often exists among senior politicians, weapons manufacturers, felonious arms dealers, and the military—a situation that compromises our security and undermines our democracy.

Dan is back home to settle his affairs. Then, he is free. But when an innocent woman is abducted in broad daylight, Dan responds to her call for help. His actions leads him into the dangerous vortex of a global plot - a plot designed to cripple America, maybe for good. Deep under the blue waters of the Eastern Seaboard hides a deadly secret, and the enemy knows about it. They have arrived and will stop at nothing to unleash mayhem. Only Dan Roy, ex-Black Ops warrior, stands in their way.

My beginner's book is your ticket to one of the coolest and most mysterious subjects out there. This isn't your average physics book. It's a portal to understanding the stuff that makes up... well, everything! Subatomic particles. Do not let their size fool you; they have a massive impact on the world around you—the fundamental part of how everything works and not as complex as you might fear.

This historic mission of this remarkable but little-known organization, the US National Intelligence Council (NIC), now 40 years old, is strategic intelligence assessment in service of senior American foreign policymakers. Its signature inside products, National Intelligence Estimates, are now accompanied by the NIC's every-four-years Global Trends. Unclassified, Global Trends has become a noted NIC brand, its release awaited by officials, academics, and private sector managers around the world.

The Global Citizen Beginner Vocabulary Mastery audiobooks are intentionally and judiciously structured for vocabulary definition and pronunciation learning, retention, and recall for individuals who are completely new to the language!

For many years after its reform and opening in 1978, China maintained an attitude of false modesty about its ambitions. That role, reports Howard French, has been set aside. China has asserted its place among the global heavyweights, revealing its plans for pan-Asian dominance by building its navy, increasing territorial claims to areas like the South China Sea, and diplomatically bullying smaller players.

Dive into the enthralling world of communication with "Signals and Soundwaves," where the timeless Morse code meets the dynamics of voiced exchange in an epic fusion of history, technology, and human connection. Are you ready to unlock the secrets of one of the most iconic forms of communication and master the art of voice? This book is your gateway to a universe where dashes and dots link to words, and the spoken word carries the weight of emotions and intentions. Embark on a journey through the annals of history and uncover the fascinating evolution of Morse code—an invention that has ...