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Interested in knowing what others are thinking before they speak? Do you want to speed read people and decode their body language? Effectively reading body language helps you empathize with others and make better decisions because you know what the other person is thinking. As a corporate productivity coach, I have spent years studying body language in the context of sales meetings, client presentations, and even direct selling. Being able to read both the room and an individual fosters better communication, self-understanding and greater professional success.

Read someone’s personality in a few minutes? This coach says yes - and he’s about to show you how! Are you feeling overwhelmed when you meet new people? Do you struggle with understanding people whose personalities are wildly different from yours? Have you ever talked to a salesperson who was spewing out memorized phrases that do not resonate with you? Speed Reading People, the only audiobook you’ll ever need to speed read people, find the right words for every person and improve your people skills.

The detectable identity of southern Louisiana's one-of-a-kind culture has been expressed in numerous descriptive phrases - "south of the South," "the northern tip of the Caribbean," "this folklore land." A strange, piquant, and savory mixture, it also has been likened to one of the region's signature dishes, gumbo.

Julia used to be the perfect big sister: She played great games and took good care of Cassie. Now, life at home revolves around Julia and her daughter, Addie. No one pays much attention to Cassie: not to her competitive swim meets and not to what's gone wrong with her friends. When Julia confides in Cassie that she'll be leaving with Addie - without telling their parents - Cassie jumps in the car, too. As the travels add up, Cassie has to wonder: Could the sister who seems to be the source of all her problems also be the friend she's missed the most?

What does contemporary China's diverse and exciting fiction tell us about its culture, and the relationship between art and politics? The Subplot takes us on a lively journey through a literary landscape like you’ve never seen before: a vast migrant-worker poetry movement, homoerotic romances by “rotten girls,” swaggering literary popstars, millionaire e-writers churning out the longest-ever novels, underground comics, the surreal works of Yu Hua, Yan Lianke, and Nobel laureate Mo Yan, and what is widely hailed as a golden age of Chinese science fiction.

Speed Reading for Success will show you how to read faster - and understand and recall what you have read. Many people have doubled, tripled, even quadrupled their reading speeds using the techniques Jane Smith explains in this concise and highly acclaimed audiobook. Learning these skills will enable you to get through more material in the time available, and you’ll become better-informed than ever.

You've already read something about emotional intelligence, haven't you? But what do you know about the other side of the coin? Manipulation, psychopathy, and narcissism form the base elements of what’s known in psychological circles as the Dark Triad. Throughout the course of this guide, we will be taking a more detailed look at the different ways these traits can specifically manifest in different personality types, how to identify their methods and how to protect yourself from them.

Powerful reading and writing is fundamentally linked to civic education. The Civically Engaged Classroom is packed with practical guidance designed to support teachers in giving students the skills, knowledge, and tools to be active participants in society.

Shh! Fancy Nancy and her classmates are planning a surprise party - that means it's top secret! Together Nancy and her friends prepare the treats and decorate the classroom for the party. Everything has to be kept super secret. Even the cupcakes have a surprise inside! Will you be able to guess who the party is for? Fans of Fancy Nancy will delight as they join Nancy in planning a fabulous surprise in this Fancy Nancy I Can Read Super Secret Surprise Party.

At the height of the Syrian Civil War, deep beneath the shattered streets of rebel-held Darayya was a secret library. This basement room filled with thousands of books, rescued under constant sniper fire from gutted buildings, was an oasis of normality in a country at war with itself. Here, despite a devastating four-year siege, people risked their lives to read. Over a period of more than a year, Mike Thomson heard their extraordinary stories via tenuous Skype calls, emails, social media messages, and audio diaries recorded on their mobile phones.

The Great Gummi Worm Adventure - A What Shall We Do Today? Story Perfect for ages 6-9 Chapter book for early readers Educational adventure story Join Imani, Tommy, and Maya on their sweetest adventure yet in this magical chapter book that teaches kindness, safety, and self-acceptance! When the three best friends discover a jar of mysterious glowing gummi worms, they're transported to the enchanting world of Gummi Grove—where sharing is magic, safety saves the day, and being yourself is the greatest superpower of all. 🌟 What makes this story special: • 10 engaging chapters perfect for...

J. B. Priestley's play has been edited, adapted, and simplified by Angel T. Wesker. "An Inspector Calls Retold" tells about the moral audit of an upper-crust family by a mysterious Inspector who turns their lives upside down. This book is addressed to learners of English at level B1 of the CEFR, but its easy-to-read format and focused, structured contents make it perfect to get to grips with the play. The book contains an essential but detailed literary analysis that focuses on the plot, on the social and historical context, on the characters, on the main themes, the form and structure of ...

We can all improve our communication skills, and it’s time for you to go beyond the words you are saying and focus on your body language. You may be unintentionally communicating something to the world that is hindering you from success, whether at work, with friends, or with your love life. By becoming aware of body language, you can learn how to present yourself better to get what you want and figure out what others are thinking and feeling to better work with them.

Nancy's class is going on a trip to the museum, and Nancy wants to be extra fancy for the occasion. After a bumpy bus ride, she doesn't feel very well. Luckily for Nancy, her teacher, Ms. Glass, has a few fancy tricks of her own. Nothing can keep Nancy from making this trip magnifique! (That's a fancy French word for great!)

Calling all poets! Fancy Nancy Clancy is so poetic, even her name rhymes. And with limericks, couplets, free verse, and more, poetry is plenty fancy! So when her teacher Ms. Glass gives Nancy and her classmates an assignment to come up with their very own poems, Nancy is determined to write one that is superb. But what happens when she can't think of a good idea? Complete with Nancy's very own poetry anthology, Fancy Nancy: Poet Extraordinaire! shows how a true love of words can be tres fancy.

When Nancy's parents win an all-expenses-paid vacation, Nancy and JoJo get to sleep over at their neighbor's home, Mrs. DeVine's. But JoJo is a little nervous to sleep at someone else's house; luckily Nancy is an expert on sleepovers and can help prepare her little sister. The big night arrives, and JoJo and Nancy have a blast at Mrs. DeVine's. But when it's time for bed, it turns out Nancy wasn't as prepared as she thought. Good thing there is nothing better than a sister to make you feel better.

Transform your child's reading time into a magical adventure that celebrates uniqueness and teamwork! Join Imani, Tommy, and Maya in their most enchanting adventure yet as they discover that everyone has special talents worth celebrating. When mysterious singing stones transport the three friends to the magical Land of Hidden Talents, they embark on a quest to restore harmony to a world where everyone has forgotten what makes them special. Perfect for young readers ages 6-9, this captivating chapter book combines: ✨ Educational adventure with important life lessons ✨ Diverse characters ...

The Great Apple Turnover Adventure: A "What Shall We Do Today?" Story Join Imani, Tommy, and Maya on a magical adventure that teaches children about teamwork, balance, and the joy of exploring nature! When golden sparkles appear on their favorite front steps, three best friends discover a mysterious glowing apple and an invitation to Apple-Turnover Land. In this enchanting realm, they meet tired workers who have forgotten how to balance work and play, and learn that the greatest magic happens when friends cooperate together. Perfect for children ages 6-9, this engaging chapter book combines...

A seasoned woman is spicy. She has been marinated in life experience. She can be alternately sweet, tart, bubbly, or mellow. She can be maternal and playful, bossy and submissive, strong and soft. The seasoned woman knows who she is. She could be any one of us, as long as she is committed to living fully and passionately in the second half of life.

Three books in one bundle! Learn all about - Ada Lovelace and the world's first computer program - Helen Keller and how she overcame her disabilities - Harriet Tubman's inspirational life and work - in this children's biography.