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Steering The Craft

A Twenty-First-Century Guide to Sailing the Sea of Story

by Ursula K. Le Guin ...

From the celebrated Ursula K. Le Guin, "a writer of enormous intelligence and wit, a master storyteller" (Boston Globe), the revised and updated edition of her classic guide to the essentials of a writer's craft.Completely revised and rewritten to address modern challenges and opportunities, this essential creative writing handbook is a short, deceptively simple guide to the craft of writing.Le ... Read more

$14.99 CAD

From the celebrated Ursula K. Le Guin, "a writer of enormous intelligence and wit, a master storyteller" (Boston Globe), the revised and updated edition of her classic guide to the essentials of a writer's craft.Completely revised and rewritten to address modern challenges and opportunities, this essential creative writing handbook is a short, deceptively simple guide to the craft of writing.Le
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Essential Japanese Grammar

A Comprehensive Guide to Contemporary Usage: Learn Japanese Grammar and Vocabulary Quickly and Effectively

by Masahiro Tanimori, Eriko Sato ...

Series series Essential Grammar Series
Essential Japanese Grammar is an indispensable study guide for students of the Japanese language at all levels.Long the standard in Japanese language education, it provides clear, jargon-free explanations of how Japanese grammar works and offers hundreds of example sentences. An essential handbook for self-study or the classroom, students will find that a strong foundation in grammar is vital to ... Read more

$19.99 CAD

Essential Japanese Grammar is an indispensable study guide for students of the Japanese language at all levels.Long the standard in Japanese language education, it provides clear, jargon-free explanations of how Japanese grammar works and offers hundreds of example sentences. An essential handbook for self-study or the classroom, students will find that a strong foundation in grammar is vital to
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Korean Stories For Language Learners

Traditional Folktales in Korean and English (Free Online Audio)

by Julie Damron, EunSun You ...

Series series Stories for Language Learners
Explore Korean Culture Through Bilingual Folktales—Build Language Skills as You Read!Korean Stories for Language Learners brings 42 traditional Korean folktales to life, presented in both Korean and English on facing pages. This unique collection is perfect for beginners in the language, whether you're a student in a first- or second-year Korean course or someone eager to explore the richness of ... Read more

$19.19 CAD

Explore Korean Culture Through Bilingual Folktales—Build Language Skills as You Read!Korean Stories for Language Learners brings 42 traditional Korean folktales to life, presented in both Korean and English on facing pages. This unique collection is perfect for beginners in the language, whether you're a student in a first- or second-year Korean course or someone eager to explore the richness of
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Learning Japanese Kanji Practice Book Volume 1

The Quick and Easy Way to Learn the Basic Japanese Kanji [Downloadable Material Included]

by Eriko Sato Ph.D. ...

This is an invaluable study guide and practice book for learning basic Japanese kanji.Learning Japanese Kanji Practice Book is intended for beginning students or experienced speakers who need to practice their written Japanese. Kanji are an essential part of the Japanese language and together with kana (hiragana and katakana) comprise written Japanese.This book presents the kanji characters that ... Read more

$12.79 CAD

This is an invaluable study guide and practice book for learning basic Japanese kanji.Learning Japanese Kanji Practice Book is intended for beginning students or experienced speakers who need to practice their written Japanese. Kanji are an essential part of the Japanese language and together with kana (hiragana and katakana) comprise written Japanese.This book presents the kanji characters that
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Intermediate Tagalog

Learn to Speak Fluent Tagalog (Filipino), the National Language of the Philippines (Downloadable material included)

by Joi Barrios ...

At last, a way to improve your Tagalog!Written by Joi Barrios as the continuation of her best-selling Tagalog for Beginners book, Intermediate Tagalog is the first intermediate-level book designed specifically for people who already speak or understand some basic Tagalog and now wish to achieve greater fluency in speaking, reading and writing standard Filipino—the national language of the ... Read more

$20.79 CAD

At last, a way to improve your Tagalog!Written by Joi Barrios as the continuation of her best-selling Tagalog for Beginners book, Intermediate Tagalog is the first intermediate-level book designed specifically for people who already speak or understand some basic Tagalog and now wish to achieve greater fluency in speaking, reading and writing standard Filipino—the national language of the
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Tagalog for Beginners

An Introduction to Filipino, the National Language of the Philippines (Online Audio included)

by Joi Barrios ...

This is a straightforward and user-friendly guide to the Tagalog language.Tagalog for Beginners is the book to help you learn Tagalog (Filipino) on your own, efficiently and accurately—whether you're traveling to the Philippines for a vacation or a business trip, or you have ties to the sizeable Tagalog-speaking community in the U.S., or you're merely a language lover.From the fascinating history ... Read more

$20.79 CAD

This is a straightforward and user-friendly guide to the Tagalog language.Tagalog for Beginners is the book to help you learn Tagalog (Filipino) on your own, efficiently and accurately—whether you're traveling to the Philippines for a vacation or a business trip, or you have ties to the sizeable Tagalog-speaking community in the U.S., or you're merely a language lover.From the fascinating history
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How to Write a Sentence

And How to Read One

by Stanley Fish ...

A New York Times bestseller—"Part ode, part how-to guide to the art of the well-constructed sentence" (NPR).Some appreciate fine art; others appreciate fine wines. Stanley Fish appreciates fine sentences. The New York Times columnist and world-class professor has long been an aficionado of language. Like a seasoned sportscaster, Fish marvels at the adeptness of finely crafted sentences and breaks ... Read more

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A New York Times bestseller—"Part ode, part how-to guide to the art of the well-constructed sentence" (NPR).Some appreciate fine art; others appreciate fine wines. Stanley Fish appreciates fine sentences. The New York Times columnist and world-class professor has long been an aficionado of language. Like a seasoned sportscaster, Fish marvels at the adeptness of finely crafted sentences and breaks
... Read more
Navigating English Grammar

A Guide to Analyzing Real Language

by Anne Lobeck, Kristin Denham ...

Enables students to understand their assumptions and beliefs about the language they use every dayIn Navigating English Grammar, Anne Lobeck and Kristin Denham offer an engaging introduction to the linguistic study of the structure of English. Teaching basic grammatical analysis through inquiry rather than memorization, this popular textbook encourages students to use their intuitive knowledge of ... Read more

$38.99 CAD

Enables students to understand their assumptions and beliefs about the language they use every dayIn Navigating English Grammar, Anne Lobeck and Kristin Denham offer an engaging introduction to the linguistic study of the structure of English. Teaching basic grammatical analysis through inquiry rather than memorization, this popular textbook encourages students to use their intuitive knowledge of
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Las 500 dudas más frecuentes del español

by Instituto Cervantes ...

Series series Instituto Cervantes
El Instituto Cervantes lanza una obra básica para resolver cualquier duda sobre el uso correcto del españolLos hablantes nos enfrentamos a menudo con vacilaciones y dudas cuando pretendemos usar de manera correcta la lengua española: ¿los nombres propios tienen una forma ortográfica fija?, ¿se dice horas extras u horas extra?, ¿los apodos van entre comillas?, ¿veintiún personas o veintiuna ... Read more

$13.99 CAD

El Instituto Cervantes lanza una obra básica para resolver cualquier duda sobre el uso correcto del españolLos hablantes nos enfrentamos a menudo con vacilaciones y dudas cuando pretendemos usar de manera correcta la lengua española: ¿los nombres propios tienen una forma ortográfica fija?, ¿se dice horas extras u horas extra?, ¿los apodos van entre comillas?, ¿veintiún personas o veintiuna
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Grammar for Grown-Ups

A Comprehensive Guide and Workbook to Boost Your Writing Skills

by Mark Peters ...

It’s never too late to brush up on your writing skills!Writing is a daily part of adult life, but many people are uncertain about basic rules and conventions. Do I need a comma before this clause? What exactly is a prepositional phrase? Is it ever necessary to use brackets? (Answer: Rarely, if ever.) With clear, no-nonsense explanations and examples, Grammar for Grown-ups makes learning the finer ... Read more

$14.99 CAD

It’s never too late to brush up on your writing skills!Writing is a daily part of adult life, but many people are uncertain about basic rules and conventions. Do I need a comma before this clause? What exactly is a prepositional phrase? Is it ever necessary to use brackets? (Answer: Rarely, if ever.) With clear, no-nonsense explanations and examples, Grammar for Grown-ups makes learning the finer
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Have You Eaten Grandma?

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

by Gyles Brandreth ...

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

$20.99 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
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The Little Book of Emoji Insults

by Ebury Publishing ...

If you can't say something nice... say it in emoji.Shock your friends and family with this brilliantly offensive collection of emoji put-downs and comebacks.With this handy guide, the endless potential for a punishing emoji burn will be opened to you like never before – far beyond just relying on the classic middle finger symbol.From everyday insults to brutal Shakespearean zingers, classic movie ... Read more

$10.99 CAD

If you can't say something nice... say it in emoji.Shock your friends and family with this brilliantly offensive collection of emoji put-downs and comebacks.With this handy guide, the endless potential for a punishing emoji burn will be opened to you like never before – far beyond just relying on the classic middle finger symbol.From everyday insults to brutal Shakespearean zingers, classic movie
... Read more
100 Must-read Life-Changing Books

by Nick Rennison ...

Novels which transform our ideas about human possibilities, biographies which celebrate the achievements of extraordinary individuals, polemical works of non-fiction which oblige us to alter our views of the world or of human society: all of us can remember reading at least one book which made us think about the world anew. Here, the author of the popular Bloomsbury Good Reading Guide, selects the ... Read more

$20.19 CAD

Novels which transform our ideas about human possibilities, biographies which celebrate the achievements of extraordinary individuals, polemical works of non-fiction which oblige us to alter our views of the world or of human society: all of us can remember reading at least one book which made us think about the world anew. Here, the author of the popular Bloomsbury Good Reading Guide, selects the
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Basic Spoken Chinese

An Introduction to Speaking and Listening for Beginners (Companion Materials & Online Media Included)

by Cornelius C. Kubler ...

This is a beginning-level course in spoken Chinese that employs a revolutionary new method designed to have you quickly speaking and comprehending Chinese.Along with its sister book Basic Written Chinese and their accompanying workbooks, Basic Spoken Chinese offers a complete introductory course to the Chinese language. As a native English speaker, working hard to learn Chinese is not enough; you ... Read more

$26.39 CAD

This is a beginning-level course in spoken Chinese that employs a revolutionary new method designed to have you quickly speaking and comprehending Chinese.Along with its sister book Basic Written Chinese and their accompanying workbooks, Basic Spoken Chinese offers a complete introductory course to the Chinese language. As a native English speaker, working hard to learn Chinese is not enough; you
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Practice Makes Perfect English Verb Tenses Up Close

by Mark Lester ...

Series series Practice Makes Perfect Series
Solve the mysteries of English verbsPractice Makes Perfect: English Verb Tenses Up Close puts the spotlight on this tricky grammar trouble spot. It boasts plenty of opportunities for practicing your language skills, as well as extensive examples based on a conversational style that will keep you engaged. The book also features a unique answer key that gives you more than just a listing of correct ... Read more

$20.69 CAD

Solve the mysteries of English verbsPractice Makes Perfect: English Verb Tenses Up Close puts the spotlight on this tricky grammar trouble spot. It boasts plenty of opportunities for practicing your language skills, as well as extensive examples based on a conversational style that will keep you engaged. The book also features a unique answer key that gives you more than just a listing of correct
... Read more
Writing with Style

The Economist Guide

by Lane Greene ...

Series series Economist Books
A brand-new edition of this classic guide on how to write with style—from The Economist's language columnist, Lane Greene.This new edition of Writing with Style offers fresh, up-to-date insight into the principles and tools we can all deploy when it comes to expressing ourselves better when we write. The book's leaner, cleaner structure ranges widely—from grammar and punctuation to using numbers ... Read more

$24.99 CAD

A brand-new edition of this classic guide on how to write with style—from The Economist's language columnist, Lane Greene.This new edition of Writing with Style offers fresh, up-to-date insight into the principles and tools we can all deploy when it comes to expressing ourselves better when we write. The book's leaner, cleaner structure ranges widely—from grammar and punctuation to using numbers
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Grammar: It's More Fun Than Watching Paint Dry

This is the last grammar book you will ever need

by Mark E. Tyson ...

Are you tired of grammar books that put you to sleep? Look no further! "Grammar: It's more fun than watching paint dry" is here to inject some excitement into your language learning journey.In this book, you'll find a refreshing take on grammar, with witty examples and clever explanations that will help you master even the trickiest concepts. Okay, they’re mostly “dad” jokes but at least I try. ... Read more

$5.42 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Are you tired of grammar books that put you to sleep? Look no further! "Grammar: It's more fun than watching paint dry" is here to inject some excitement into your language learning journey.In this book, you'll find a refreshing take on grammar, with witty examples and clever explanations that will help you master even the trickiest concepts. Okay, they’re mostly “dad” jokes but at least I try.
... Read more
English Grammar

100 Tragically Common Mistakes (and How to Correct Them)

by Sean Williams ...

The practical English grammar guide for perfect writing.Gone are the days when you worry about embarrassing yourself with pesky misplaced modifiers or dreaded double negatives. Next time you have a nagging grammar question, pick up this practical guide and write with clarity and confidence.English Grammar spares you the lessons and cuts right to the answers. Designed for fast reference, this book ... Read more

$17.59 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

The practical English grammar guide for perfect writing.Gone are the days when you worry about embarrassing yourself with pesky misplaced modifiers or dreaded double negatives. Next time you have a nagging grammar question, pick up this practical guide and write with clarity and confidence.English Grammar spares you the lessons and cuts right to the answers. Designed for fast reference, this book
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The Trivium: The Liberal Arts of Logic, Grammar, and Rhetoric

by Sister Miriam Joseph, Marguerite McGlinn ...

Who sets language policy today? Who made whom the grammar doctor? Lacking the equivalent of l'Académie française, we English speakers must find our own way looking for guidance or vindication in source after source. McGuffey's Readers introduced nineteenth-century students to "correct" English. Strunk and White's Elements of Style and William Safire's column, "On Language," provide help on diction ... Read more

$13.56 CAD

Who sets language policy today? Who made whom the grammar doctor? Lacking the equivalent of l'Académie française, we English speakers must find our own way looking for guidance or vindication in source after source. McGuffey's Readers introduced nineteenth-century students to "correct" English. Strunk and White's Elements of Style and William Safire's column, "On Language," provide help on diction
... Read more
Your Roadmap to Master Spoken English

by Dr. Bahadur Singh Rao ...

Unlock the power of spoken English with this comprehensive guide designed to boost fluency, accuracy, and confidence. Whether you are at a beginner level of English knowledge or want to further refine your speaking skills, this book comprehensively introduces you to the essential aspects of spoken English, ensuring that you can easily learn pronunciation, grammar, and conversation nuances. ... Read more

$14.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Unlock the power of spoken English with this comprehensive guide designed to boost fluency, accuracy, and confidence. Whether you are at a beginner level of English knowledge or want to further refine your speaking skills, this book comprehensively introduces you to the essential aspects of spoken English, ensuring that you can easily learn pronunciation, grammar, and conversation nuances.
... Read more
The Best Grammar Workbook Ever!

Grammar, Punctuation, and Word Usage for Ages 10 Through 110

by Arlene Miller ...

The Best Grammar Book Ever! is a compressive grammar workbook with clear explanations, plenty of examples, and over 100 practice exercises. There is a pretest, a post-test, and chapter tests with links to all the answers. Contents include parts of speech, phrases, clauses, sentence structure, punctuation, capitalization, special problems with pronouns and verbs, commonly confused word pairs, ... Read more

$12.20 CAD

The Best Grammar Book Ever! is a compressive grammar workbook with clear explanations, plenty of examples, and over 100 practice exercises. There is a pretest, a post-test, and chapter tests with links to all the answers. Contents include parts of speech, phrases, clauses, sentence structure, punctuation, capitalization, special problems with pronouns and verbs, commonly confused word pairs,
... Read more
The Great Typo Hunt

Two Friends Changing the World, One Correction at a Time

by Jeff Deck, Benjamin D. Herson ...

The signs of the times are missing apostrophes.The world needed a hero, but how would an editor with no off-switch answer the call? For Jeff Deck, the writing was literally on the wall: “NO TRESSPASSING.” In that moment, his greater purpose became clear. Dark hordes of typos had descended upon civilization… and only he could wield the marker to defeat them.Recruiting his friend Benjamin and other ... Read more

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The signs of the times are missing apostrophes.The world needed a hero, but how would an editor with no off-switch answer the call? For Jeff Deck, the writing was literally on the wall: “NO TRESSPASSING.” In that moment, his greater purpose became clear. Dark hordes of typos had descended upon civilization… and only he could wield the marker to defeat them.Recruiting his friend Benjamin and other
... Read more
Sleeping Dogs Don't Lay

Practical Advice for the Grammatically Challenged

by Richard Lederer, Richard Dowis ...

A "delightful, witty, and hugely absorbing celebration of the English language" filled with usage tips, grammar games, and more (Bill Bryson, New York Times–bestselling author of The Mother Tongue).Famed wordaholic Richard Lederer has teamed up with Richard Dowis to take readers on another journey through the world's most wonderful, albeit perplexing, language. Aside from clearing up once and for ... Read more

$17.59 CAD

A "delightful, witty, and hugely absorbing celebration of the English language" filled with usage tips, grammar games, and more (Bill Bryson, New York Times–bestselling author of The Mother Tongue).Famed wordaholic Richard Lederer has teamed up with Richard Dowis to take readers on another journey through the world's most wonderful, albeit perplexing, language. Aside from clearing up once and for
... Read more
Japanese Kanji for Beginners

(JLPT Levels N5 & N4) First Steps to Learn the Basic Japanese Characters [Includes Online Audio & Printable Flash Cards]

by Timothy G. Stout, Kaori Hakone ...

The method that's helped thousands in the U.S. and Japan learn Japanese successfully.The Japanese language has two primary writing systems, kanji characters—which are based on Chinese characters and hiragana and katakana—a mnemonics based alphabet. This handy book teaches you a new mnemonics-based method to read and write the 430 highest-frequency kanji characters. Along with its sister book: ... Read more

$18.39 CAD

The method that's helped thousands in the U.S. and Japan learn Japanese successfully.The Japanese language has two primary writing systems, kanji characters—which are based on Chinese characters and hiragana and katakana—a mnemonics based alphabet. This handy book teaches you a new mnemonics-based method to read and write the 430 highest-frequency kanji characters. Along with its sister book:
... Read more

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