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Language Instinct, The

How the Mind Creates Language

by Steven Pinker ...

Narrated by Arthur Morey ...

Unabridged

18 hours 56 min

In this classic, the world’s expert on language and mind lucidly explains everything you always wanted to know about language: how it works, how children learn it, how it changes, how the brain computes it, and how it evolved. With deft use of examples of humor and wordplay, Steven Pinker weaves our vast knowledge of language into a compelling story: language is a human instinct, wired into our ... Read more

$61.82 CAD

In this classic, the world’s expert on language and mind lucidly explains everything you always wanted to know about language: how it works, how children learn it, how it changes, how the brain computes it, and how it evolved. With deft use of examples of humor and wordplay, Steven Pinker weaves our vast knowledge of language into a compelling story: language is a human instinct, wired into our
... Read more
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The Sense of Style

The Thinking Person's Guide to Writing in the 21st Century

by Steven Pinker ...

Narrated by Arthur Morey ...

Unabridged

12 hours 26 min

A short and entertaining book on the modern art of writing well by New York Times bestselling author Steven PinkerWhy is so much writing so bad, and how can we make it better? Is the English language being corrupted by texting and social media? Do the kids today even care about good writing? Why should any of us care?In The Sense of Style, the bestselling linguist and cognitive scientist Steven ... Read more

$22.99 CAD

A short and entertaining book on the modern art of writing well by New York Times bestselling author Steven PinkerWhy is so much writing so bad, and how can we make it better? Is the English language being corrupted by texting and social media? Do the kids today even care about good writing? Why should any of us care?In The Sense of Style, the bestselling linguist and cognitive scientist Steven
... Read more
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A Rulebook for Arguments

by Anthony Weston ...

Narrated by Scott R. Pollak ...

Unabridged

3 hours 25 min

From academic writing to personal and public discourse, the need for good arguments and better ways of arguing is greater than ever before.This timely audio edition of A Rulebook for Arguments sharpens an already-classic text, adding updated examples and a new chapter on public debates that provides rules for the etiquette and ethics of sound public dialogue as well as clear and sound thinking in ... Read more

$34.99 CAD

From academic writing to personal and public discourse, the need for good arguments and better ways of arguing is greater than ever before.This timely audio edition of A Rulebook for Arguments sharpens an already-classic text, adding updated examples and a new chapter on public debates that provides rules for the etiquette and ethics of sound public dialogue as well as clear and sound thinking in
... Read more
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The Only Grammar Book You'll Ever Need, Updated Edition

Your One-Stop Source for Mastering English Grammar

by Susan Thurman ...

Narrated by Jennifer Jill Araya ...

Unabridged

5 hours 27 min

Master the art of English grammar with this updated edition of the bestselling guide, The Only Grammar Book You’ll Ever Need, featuring fresh examples and quizzes to test your knowledge, making it an invaluable resource for business professionals, students, and anyone looking to improve their English language proficiency.The Only Grammar Book You’ll Ever Need, Updated Edition is a comprehensive ... Read more

$25.99 CAD

Master the art of English grammar with this updated edition of the bestselling guide, The Only Grammar Book You’ll Ever Need, featuring fresh examples and quizzes to test your knowledge, making it an invaluable resource for business professionals, students, and anyone looking to improve their English language proficiency.The Only Grammar Book You’ll Ever Need, Updated Edition is a comprehensive
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Grammar for a Full Life

How the Ways We Shape a Sentence Can Limit or Enlarge Us

by Lawrence Weinstein ...

Narrated by Lawrence Weinstein ...

Unabridged

5 hours 7 min

Why settle for a normal book on grammar when you could learn new things about it and become your own best self at the same time?If you’re looking for a traditional manual of rules, this much-acclaimed, groundbreaking book by a cofounder of Harvard University’s Writing Center may not be the one for you. Grammar is about much more than rules: it’s about choices, too—since a thought can always be ... Read more

$20.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Why settle for a normal book on grammar when you could learn new things about it and become your own best self at the same time?If you’re looking for a traditional manual of rules, this much-acclaimed, groundbreaking book by a cofounder of Harvard University’s Writing Center may not be the one for you. Grammar is about much more than rules: it’s about choices, too—since a thought can always be
... Read more
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6 Minute English

British Life

by BBC, BBC Learning English ...

Narrated by Full Cast ...

Unabridged

1 hour 13 min

Learn and improve your English with the BBC. Collected here for the first time are 12 episodes from BBC Learning English's popular 6 Minute English series. Aimed at intermediate-level learners of English, each programme examines a different topic which is discussed and explained to help learners increase their knowledge of the English language.Over the course of 70 minutes, our helpful guides will ... Read more

$11.99 CAD

Learn and improve your English with the BBC. Collected here for the first time are 12 episodes from BBC Learning English's popular 6 Minute English series. Aimed at intermediate-level learners of English, each programme examines a different topic which is discussed and explained to help learners increase their knowledge of the English language.Over the course of 70 minutes, our helpful guides will
... Read more
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How To Learn English Grammar

by HowExpert, Virginia Fidler ...

Narrated by Cody J. Johnson ...

Unabridged

3 hours 44 min

English Grammar Lessons covers the basics of word usage, including nouns, pronouns, verbs, propositions and adjectives. It shows how they work together to form sentences and ideas, and how misuse of grammar can lead to serious misunderstandings.Nouns take on plural or singular meaning. Verbs take on past, present, and future tenses. The meaning of what we say depends on the correct word choices ... Read more

$27.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

English Grammar Lessons covers the basics of word usage, including nouns, pronouns, verbs, propositions and adjectives. It shows how they work together to form sentences and ideas, and how misuse of grammar can lead to serious misunderstandings.Nouns take on plural or singular meaning. Verbs take on past, present, and future tenses. The meaning of what we say depends on the correct word choices
... Read more
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Grammar Girl's Quick and Dirty Tips for Better Writing

by Mignon Fogarty ...

Narrated by Mignon Fogarty ...

Series series Quick & Dirty Tips
Unabridged

5 hours 51 min

Mignon Fogarty, a.k.a. Grammar Girl, is determined to wipe out bad grammar—but she's also determined to make the process as painless as possible. One year ago, she created a weekly podcast to tackle some of the most common mistakes people make while communicating. More than seven million episodes have now been downloaded, and Mignon has dispensed grammar tips on Oprah and appeared on the pages of ... Read more

$26.99 CAD

Mignon Fogarty, a.k.a. Grammar Girl, is determined to wipe out bad grammar—but she's also determined to make the process as painless as possible. One year ago, she created a weekly podcast to tackle some of the most common mistakes people make while communicating. More than seven million episodes have now been downloaded, and Mignon has dispensed grammar tips on Oprah and appeared on the pages of
... Read more
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Have You Eaten Grandma?

Or, the Life-Saving Importance of Correct Punctuation, Grammar, and Good English

by Gyles Brandreth ...

Narrated by Gyles Brandreth ...

Unabridged

7 hours 16 min

For anyone who wants to make fewer (not less) grammar mistakes, this “passionate, enlightening, and easily navigable manual is certainly the right book at the right time” (Publishers Weekly)—reminiscent of the New York Times bestseller Eats, Shoots & Leaves.Our language is changing, literary levels are declining, and our grasp of grammar is at a crisis point. From commas to colons, apostrophes to ... Read more

$26.99 CAD

For anyone who wants to make fewer (not less) grammar mistakes, this “passionate, enlightening, and easily navigable manual is certainly the right book at the right time” (Publishers Weekly)—reminiscent of the New York Times bestseller Eats, Shoots & Leaves.Our language is changing, literary levels are declining, and our grasp of grammar is at a crisis point. From commas to colons, apostrophes to
... Read more
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Woe Is I

The Grammarphobe's Guide to Better English in Plain English (Fourth Edition)

by Patricia T. O'Conner ...

Narrated by Gabra Zackman ...

Unabridged

7 hours 30 min

A revised and updated edition of the iconic grammar guide for the 21st century.In this expanded and updated edition of Woe Is I, former editor at The New York Times Book Review Patricia T. O'Conner unties the knottiest grammar tangles with the same insight and humor that have charmed and enlightened readers of previous editions for years. With fresh insights into the rights, wrongs, and maybes of ... Read more

$27.99 CAD

A revised and updated edition of the iconic grammar guide for the 21st century.In this expanded and updated edition of Woe Is I, former editor at The New York Times Book Review Patricia T. O'Conner unties the knottiest grammar tangles with the same insight and humor that have charmed and enlightened readers of previous editions for years. With fresh insights into the rights, wrongs, and maybes of
... Read more
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Master English Like a Native

Slang, Sayings & Expressions That Americans Use

by Casey O. Jordan ...

Narrated by Digital Voice Mason G ...

Unabridged

5 hours 40 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.If you’ve ever felt lost trying to understand real American English, you’re not alone. Native speakers don’t always talk the way textbooks teach. They use slang, idioms, sayings, and phrases that can leave even advanced learners confused. This audiobook is your guide to finally making sense of it all—and sounding fluent while you do it.Master English ... Read more

$20.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.If you’ve ever felt lost trying to understand real American English, you’re not alone. Native speakers don’t always talk the way textbooks teach. They use slang, idioms, sayings, and phrases that can leave even advanced learners confused. This audiobook is your guide to finally making sense of it all—and sounding fluent while you do it.Master English
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Deutsche Grammatik - Basiswissen: Wortarten, Satzbau, Zeitformen und Zeichensetzung spielend leicht erlernen oder nachschlagen - inkl. effektiver Übungen & Vorlagen für Emails und Briefe

by Anna-Lena Pietz, Anna-Lena Pietz ...

Narrated by Jakob Seel ...

Unabridged

4 hours 26 min

Deutsche Grammatik: Bei dem Begriff verdrehen Sprachschüler genervt die Augen und auch Muttersprachler seufzen tief. Schwierig, komplex, mehr Ausnahmen als Regeln und sowieso ganz anders als die restlichen europäischen Sprachen – oder doch nicht? Für all die Verbform-Verzweifelten und Artikel-Verwirrten kommt hier eine gute Nachricht: Die deutsche Grammatik ist viel besser als ihr Ruf und zwar ... Read more

$23.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Deutsche Grammatik: Bei dem Begriff verdrehen Sprachschüler genervt die Augen und auch Muttersprachler seufzen tief. Schwierig, komplex, mehr Ausnahmen als Regeln und sowieso ganz anders als die restlichen europäischen Sprachen – oder doch nicht? Für all die Verbform-Verzweifelten und Artikel-Verwirrten kommt hier eine gute Nachricht: Die deutsche Grammatik ist viel besser als ihr Ruf und zwar
... Read more
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Have You Eaten Grandma?

by Gyles Brandreth ...

Narrated by Gyles Brandreth ...

Unabridged

7 hours 15 min

Penguin presents the audiobook edition of Have You Eaten Grandma? written and read by Gyles Brandreth.'Best thing ever, laugh-a-lot, spanning everything. Great book, I'm loving this' Chris Evans, BBC Radio 2It can be much harder than it seems; commas, colons, semi-colons and even apostrophes can drive us all mad at times, but it riles no one more than the longest-serving resident of Countdown's ... Read more

$18.99 CAD

Penguin presents the audiobook edition of Have You Eaten Grandma? written and read by Gyles Brandreth.'Best thing ever, laugh-a-lot, spanning everything. Great book, I'm loving this' Chris Evans, BBC Radio 2It can be much harder than it seems; commas, colons, semi-colons and even apostrophes can drive us all mad at times, but it riles no one more than the longest-serving resident of Countdown's
... Read more
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English Grammar and Writing Made Easy

Learn to Speak English with Fluency and Write Like an Expert by Building Your Vocabulary, Speaking Eloquently, and Increasing Pronounciation

by Philip Jacobs ...

Narrated by Lenard Liebe ...

Unabridged

3 hours 33 min

Learn the English language faster than you ever thought possible. ... Read more

$12.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Learn the English language faster than you ever thought possible.
... Read more
Audiobook

What's Your Pronoun?

Beyond He and She

by Dennis Baron ...

Narrated by Paul Boehmer ...

Unabridged

6 hours 55 min

Contextualizing one of the most pressing cultural questions of our generation, Dennis Baron reveals the untold story of how we got from he and she to zie and hir and singular—they.Like trigger warnings and gender-neutral bathrooms, pronouns are sparking a national debate, prompting new policies in schools, workplaces, even prisons, about what pronouns to use. Colleges ask students to declare their ... Read more

$27.99 CAD

Contextualizing one of the most pressing cultural questions of our generation, Dennis Baron reveals the untold story of how we got from he and she to zie and hir and singular—they.Like trigger warnings and gender-neutral bathrooms, pronouns are sparking a national debate, prompting new policies in schools, workplaces, even prisons, about what pronouns to use. Colleges ask students to declare their
... Read more
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15 Secrets to Mastering English Grammar in 30 Minutes a Day

by Ranjot Singh Chahal ...

Narrated by Digital Voice Madison G ...

Unabridged

3 hours 19 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Unlock the secrets to mastering English grammar with this practical and engaging guide! In "15 Secrets to Mastering English Grammar in 30 Minutes a Day," Ranjot Singh Chahal presents an easy-to-follow approach that empowers learners of all levels to improve their writing and communication skills. Each chapter focuses on a specific aspect of grammar, ... Read more

$9.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Unlock the secrets to mastering English grammar with this practical and engaging guide! In "15 Secrets to Mastering English Grammar in 30 Minutes a Day," Ranjot Singh Chahal presents an easy-to-follow approach that empowers learners of all levels to improve their writing and communication skills. Each chapter focuses on a specific aspect of grammar,
... Read more
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A Way With Words III

Grammar

by Michael Drout ...

Narrated by Michael Drout ...

Unabridged

7 hours 59 min

The answer to this all depends on-you guessed it-grammar. In the third part of his extraordinary Way with Words series, Professor Drout continues to explore humanity's intimate association with language, here delving into the finer points of English grammar. Since others judge you by the way you speak, the intricacies of grammar, in fact, should not be relegated to the realm of fussy "guardians of ... Read more

$28.84 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

The answer to this all depends on-you guessed it-grammar. In the third part of his extraordinary Way with Words series, Professor Drout continues to explore humanity's intimate association with language, here delving into the finer points of English grammar. Since others judge you by the way you speak, the intricacies of grammar, in fact, should not be relegated to the realm of fussy "guardians of
... Read more
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Life in Every Word

The TLS Guide to Great Writing

Unabridged

2 hours 59 min

A guide to great writing, by great writers – from Alan Hollinghurst to Mary Beard.What makes great writing?This masterclass in craft from the writers and editors at the Times Literary Supplement, one of Britain’s oldest literary magazines, offers an abundance of answers. An indispensable guide for readers and authors everywhere, his witty, wise and practical collection of new and classic essays ... Read more

$22.99 CAD

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A guide to great writing, by great writers – from Alan Hollinghurst to Mary Beard.What makes great writing?This masterclass in craft from the writers and editors at the Times Literary Supplement, one of Britain’s oldest literary magazines, offers an abundance of answers. An indispensable guide for readers and authors everywhere, his witty, wise and practical collection of new and classic essays
... Read more
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Write It Right: A Little Blacklist of Literary Faults

by Ambrose Bierce ...

Narrated by Donavan Price ...

Unabridged

1 hour 48 min

Step into the sharp and satirical mind of Ambrose Bierce with Write It Right: A Little Blacklist of Literary Faults — a witty, incisive guide to the art of clear and correct writing.First published in 1909, this compact yet powerful manual exposes the most common blunders of language and style, offering Bierce’s signature blend of precision, humor, and biting critique. From misused words and ... Read more

$5.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Step into the sharp and satirical mind of Ambrose Bierce with Write It Right: A Little Blacklist of Literary Faults — a witty, incisive guide to the art of clear and correct writing.First published in 1909, this compact yet powerful manual exposes the most common blunders of language and style, offering Bierce’s signature blend of precision, humor, and biting critique. From misused words and
... Read more
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The Exam & Essay Cheat Sheet: Friendly, bite-sized FAQs to get your best grades in exams and essays and stop losing easy marks

by Chirag Patel ...

Narrated by Chirag Patel ...

Unabridged

1 hour 39 min

For a few years, I ran a student support service at a university. Over that time, I discovered that most students were tripping up for easily avoidable reasons, and came in with the same problems each time. Contained herein are solutions for the most common student difficulties, including:How should I prepare to write my essay? How much time should I leave?What am I being asked to do? Shouldn’t I ... Read more

$10.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

For a few years, I ran a student support service at a university. Over that time, I discovered that most students were tripping up for easily avoidable reasons, and came in with the same problems each time. Contained herein are solutions for the most common student difficulties, including:How should I prepare to write my essay? How much time should I leave?What am I being asked to do? Shouldn’t I
... Read more
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Как правильно? Пишем и говорим без ошибок

by Алёна Меркурьева, Алёна Меркурьева ...

Narrated by Сания Галеева ...

Unabridged

7 hours 6 min

Даже те, кто хорошо говорит по-русски, иногда ошибаются в самых простых словах или забывают, как все-таки правильно: «афера» или «афёра», «помахай» или «помаши», кофе «на вынос» или «навынос». Медиа про воспитание и образование «МЕЛ» уже много лет ведет рубрику «Грамотность», в которой просто и быстро разбирает сложные, неоднозначные, новые правила русского языка. А теперь знаменитые карточки ... Read more

$9.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Даже те, кто хорошо говорит по-русски, иногда ошибаются в самых простых словах или забывают, как все-таки правильно: «афера» или «афёра», «помахай» или «помаши», кофе «на вынос» или «навынос». Медиа про воспитание и образование «МЕЛ» уже много лет ведет рубрику «Грамотность», в которой просто и быстро разбирает сложные, неоднозначные, новые правила русского языка. А теперь знаменитые карточки
... Read more
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CIA Secrets to Spot Deception Instantly and Win Conversations

"Master the Art of Deception Detection with engaging audio lessons for winning every conversation!"

by Dorian Kulick ...

Narrated by Nick Porter ...

Unabridged

1 hour 51 min

CIA Secrets to Spot Deception Instantly and Win ConversationsA Simplified Guide with In-Depth ExplanationsAre you ready to enhance your career and deepen your understanding of deception detection to master impactful conversations?Searching for a thorough resource that contains all the essential elements to unlock truth and persuasion for effective dialogue?Your quest ends here!</stro... ... Read more

$4.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

CIA Secrets to Spot Deception Instantly and Win ConversationsA Simplified Guide with In-Depth ExplanationsAre you ready to enhance your career and deepen your understanding of deception detection to master impactful conversations?Searching for a thorough resource that contains all the essential elements to unlock truth and persuasion for effective dialogue?Your quest ends here!</stro...
... Read more
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Spanish Short Stories for Beginners

Latin American Accent, Language Lessons, Grammar, and Conversation

by LDFU Academy ...

Narrated by Polyglot Studio ...

Series Audiobook 2 - The Language Learning Series: Spanish, Italian, and French for Beginners through Stories, Conversations, and Step-by-Step Guides
Unabridged

10 hours 8 min

Don't waste any more time in your quest to learn Spanish quickly and engagingly. Dive into the vibrant world of language with this audiobook.Spanish stands as the second most spoken language globally, with over 35 countries and 600 million speakers. Learning it is undeniably a wise choice, yet the journey can be arduous and uninspiring without the right resources.Traveling to immerse oneself in ... Read more

$27.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Don't waste any more time in your quest to learn Spanish quickly and engagingly. Dive into the vibrant world of language with this audiobook.Spanish stands as the second most spoken language globally, with over 35 countries and 600 million speakers. Learning it is undeniably a wise choice, yet the journey can be arduous and uninspiring without the right resources.Traveling to immerse oneself in
... Read more
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English Grammar Made Easy

How to Understand English Grammar as a Beginner

by Ranjot Singh Chahal ...

Narrated by Digital Voice Padma G ...

Unabridged

2 hours 48 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Unlock the secrets of English grammar effortlessly with "English Grammar Made Easy." This user-friendly guide takes you on a journey through the intricacies of the language, tailored especially for beginners. From the foundational building blocks to sentence structures and common grammar mistakes, this book equips you with the knowledge and confidence ... Read more

$5.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Unlock the secrets of English grammar effortlessly with "English Grammar Made Easy." This user-friendly guide takes you on a journey through the intricacies of the language, tailored especially for beginners. From the foundational building blocks to sentence structures and common grammar mistakes, this book equips you with the knowledge and confidence
... Read more

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