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  • Unease: Life in Singapore Families

    by Teo You Yenn ...
    In Singapore, a loudly ‘pro-family’ society, why is work-life balance so elusive? And why are parents so uneasy? What accounts for this gap between the lived reality and ideal narrative of Singapore families?Sociologist and bestselling author Teo You Yenn turns her eyes to the contours and rhythms of life inside families, exploring how ‘kiasu’ parents are made and investigating the ways in which ... Read more

    S$ 29.99 SGD

  • 生活与教育——朱永新对话陶行知

    by 朱永新 ...
    本书内容包括：陶行知的生活教育思想、我们深信教育是国家万年根本大计、教育要有试验的精神、校长是一个学校的灵魂、幼年的教育是最重要的教育等。 ... Read more

    S$ 16.11 SGD

  • 25 Short Stories for Bilingual Kids | English <> Mandarin Edition

    Classic kids stories with easy-to-understand vocabulary

    by lingoXpress ...
    25 Short Stories for Bilingual Kids is the perfect language learning tool for children and adults alike. Featuring 25 classic short stories with easy-to-understand vocabulary, this book is ideal for parents who want to read to their young children or for children aged 5 to 10 who are ready to read independently. Designed to help children learn and practice a new language, each story introduces ... Read more

    S$ 2.28 SGD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Starting Today, I Choose to Be Happy

    The Korean Non-Fiction Bestseller

    by Dancing Snail ...
    Comparing yourselves to others; feeling burnt out at work; struggling to live in the present; yearning for more money or possessions - in times like these, it's easy to feel unfulfilled - but happiness shouldn't feel out of reach.With her trademark wit and compassion, bestselling author and illustrator Dancing Snail breaks down how to find the small joys in everyday living. We are often told that ... Read more

    S$ 17.43 SGD

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  • How to Teach Your Children Shakespeare

    by Ken Ludwig ...
    A foolproof, enormously fun method of teaching your children the classic works of William Shakespeare, by a Tony Award–winning playwright—now featuring two new chapters“You and your children will be transformed by the magic and mystery of Shakespeare and his stories in an instant.”—Sir Derek Jacobi, CBEWinner of the Falstaff Award for Best Shakespeare BookTo know some Shakespeare provides a head ... Read more

    S$ 14.60 SGD

  • Tuesdays With Morrie

    The most uplifting book ever written about the importance of human connection

    by Mitch Albom ...
    THE GLOBAL PHENOMENON THAT HAS TOUCHED THE HEARTS OF OVER 9 MILLION READERS'Mitch Albom sees the magical in the ordinary' Cecelia AhernTHE NEW YORK TIMES #1 BESTSELLER A special 20th anniversary edition of the inspirational memoir that has changed millions of lives with the story of an unforgettable friendship, the timeless wisdom of older generations, and healing lessons on life, loss and grief - ... Read more

    S$ 16.45 SGD

  • The Wedding People

    The hilarious and moving million-copy bestseller

    by Alison Espach ...
    The smash-hit international bestseller A Read With Jenna book club pick Winner of the Goodreads Choice Award for Fiction'Best read of the year' THE TIMES'Books as fun as this one are few and far between' GUARDIAN'Sharp, funny and a joy to read' OBSERVERPhoebe Stone arrives at a grand beachside hotel in Rhode Island wearing her best dress and least comfortable... ... Read more

    S$ 16.45 SGD

  • How To Be Elegant: 21 Rules For Grace, Poise, And Charm

    Quick Read

    by Michele Connolly ...
    Series series Quick Read
    How To Be Elegant: 21 Rules For Grace, Poise, And Charm is a refreshing guide designed exclusively for women who want to embrace and showcase their inherent elegance, without pretending to be someone they're not.In this concise and engaging book, you'll discover a treasure trove of practical advice, personal anecdotes, and witty humor that will inspire and empower you on your journey towards ... Read more

    S$ 6.30 SGD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Writing Better Lyrics

    by Pat Pattison ...
    The Must-Have Guide for SongwritersWriting Better Lyrics has been a staple for songwriters for nearly two decades. Now this revised and updated 2nd Edition provides effective tools for everything from generating ideas, to understanding the form and function of a song, to fine-tuning lyrics.Perfect for new and experienced songwriters alike, this time-tested classic covers the basics in addition to ... Read more

    S$ 12.63 SGD

  • Catching Fire

    A Translation Diary

    by Daniel Hahn ...
    Series series Untranslated Series
    An energizing real-time journey through the translation of Never Did the Fire and the process of literary translation.In Catching Fire , the translation of Diamela Eltit's Never Did the Fire unfolds in real time as a conversation between works of art, illuminating both in the process. The problems and pleasures of conveying literature into another language—what happens when you meet a pun? a ... Read more

    S$ 16.88 SGD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Think Faster, Talk Smarter

    A powerful, practical guide to speaking successfully when you're put on the spot

    by Matt Abrahams ...
    In this invaluable guide, Stanford University lecturer and host of the #1 business podcast Think Fast, Talk Smart, Matt Abrahams, provides a six-point methodology to help you cut through the anxiety and find the right words – when it counts.'Filled with practical, tactical advice, this book is indispensable' – Kim Scott, bestselling author of Radical CandorCommunication is crucial to success in ... Read more

    S$ 17.54 SGD

  • Education in Singapore

    People-Making and Nation-Building

    Edited by Yew-Jin Lee ...
    Series series Education (R0)
    This edited book is a comprehensive resource for understanding the history as well as the current status of educational practices in Singapore. It is a one-stop reference guide to education and educational issues/concerns here. There are three sections: Part 1 provides a sectorial overview of how education has been organized in this country such as preschool, special needs, primary and secondary, ... Read more

    S$ 191.28 SGD

  • In Defence of Aristocracy

    by Peregrine Worsthorne ...
    In this controversial and hotly discussed book, Sir Peregrine presents a reactionary and playful look at the origins, evolution and demise of the aristocracy.Every country has the aristocracy it deserves; so what does it say about Britain that it is in the process of removing the last vestiges of political power from one of the most ancient hereditary aristocracies in the world, and one, moreover, ... Read more

    S$ 15.58 SGD

  • The EQ ADVANTAGE In The Age of AI

    Emotional Intelligence A Companion Edition For Young Humans

    by Joseph Anand ...
    Nobody Teaches You How to Handle Your Feelings You are taught how to solve equations. You are taught how to write essays. You are taught how to prepare for exams. But no one really teaches you how to handle stress, rejection, comparison, anger, disappointment, or self-doubt. Yet these are the moments that shape your life. A harsh comment from a friend. A mistake that feels impossible to fix. The ... Read more

    S$ 5.44 SGD

  • Reading & Writing Vietnamese: A Workbook for Self-Study

    Learn to Read, Write and Pronounce Vietnamese Correctly (Online Audio & Printable Flash Cards)

    by Tri C. Tran ...
    Series series Workbook for Self-Study
    The perfect book for beginners to learn all the basics of Vietnamese!Reading & Writing Vietnamese offers an easy way to learn how to speak, read and write in Vietnamese. Often a difficult language to learn, this book is specially designed for beginners with no previous experience in studying or speaking the language guides learners through all the sounds of Vietnamese, including consonants, vowels ... Read more

    S$ 15.90 SGD

  • Essential Vietnamese Grammar

    A Comprehensive Guide for Foreign Learners (Free Online Audio Recordings)

    by Tri C. Tran ...
    Series series Essential Grammar Series
    Essential Vietnamese Grammar is designed for use by English-speakers to help them speak and write Vietnamese more naturally.The twelve chapters in this book cover the essential sentence constructions of Vietnamese—from beginning to intermediate and advanced levels. Strong emphasis is placed on the differences between translating directly from English, which can yield awkward and incorrect ... Read more

    S$ 17.87 SGD

  • Coaching Golf Successfully

    by Bill J. Madonna ...
    Series series Coaching Successfully
    If you are involved in developing young golf teams, this book is for you. Specifically designed to help you build winning golf programs, Coaching Golf Successfully is the ideal teaching tool for coaches and golf instructors. After reading this book you will be able to conduct effective practice sessions, identify technical flaws, and teach course management.More than just stroke instruction, ... Read more

    S$ 15.90 SGD

  • Calling Bullshit

    The Art of Skepticism in a Data-Driven World

    by Carl T. Bergstrom, Jevin D. West ...
    Bullshit isn’t what it used to be. Now, two science professors give us the tools to dismantle misinformation and think clearly in a world of fake news and bad data.“A modern classic . . . a straight-talking survival guide to the mean streets of a dying democracy and a global pandemic.”—WiredMisinformation, disinformation, and fake news abound and it’s increasingly difficult to know what’s true. ... Read more

    S$ 7.29 SGD

  • Contract Law

    A Straightforward Guide

    by Ronald Skinner ...
    Contract law is a very complex area, one that affects us all, in one way or another. Quite often we find ourselves in need of clear advice, which isn't available. However, this latest edition of A Straightforward Guide to Contract Law provides clear and comprehensive answers to all aspects of contract law and the formation of contracts. The book is concise and clear and updates the law to 2014 ... Read more

    S$ 9.36 SGD

  • Perversion of Justice

    The Jeffrey Epstein Story

    by Julie K. Brown ...
    The New York Times Bestseller“A gripping journalistic procedural… Spotlight meets Erin Brockovich.” —Michelle Goldberg, The New York Times“Julie K. Brown's important book offers not just a definitive account of the Epstein case, but a compelling window into her own experiences as a dogged reporter at a regional newspaper, facing off against powerful interests set against her reporting.” —Ronan Far ... Read more

    S$ 23.75 SGD

  • A Night to Remember

    The Sinking of the Titanic

    by Walter Lord ...
    Series Book 1 - The Titanic Chronicles
    #1 New York Times Bestseller: The definitive book on the sinking of the Titanic , based on interviews with survivors, by the author of The Miracle of Dunkirk ."Absolutely gripping and un-put-downable." —David McCullough, author of John AdamsAt first, no one but the lookout recognized... ... Read more

    S$ 17.97 SGD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • You Can’t Win Anything With Kids

    A History of the English Premier League Told Through Quotes

    by Mr Gavin Newsham ...
    An entertaining and effervescent history of the English Premier League told through the words and quotations of its players, managers, their contemporaries and the media.Relive the highs and lows, the drama and fun of 25 years of the Premier League through this exceptional compilation, which brings together the very best quotes, comments and soundbites to tell the story of each incident-packed ... Read more

    S$ 13.07 SGD

  • Language Ungoverned

    Indonesia's Chinese Print Entrepreneurs, 1911–1949

    by Tom G. Hoogervorst ...
    By exploring a rich array of Malay texts from novels and newspapers to poems and plays, Tom G. Hoogervorst's Language Ungoverned examines how the Malay of the Chinese-Indonesian community defied linguistic and political governance under Dutch colonial rule, offering a fresh perspective on the subversive role of language in colonial power relations.As a liminal colonial population, the ethnic ... Read more

    S$ 32.14 SGD

  • The Ethical Line

    10 Leadership Strategies for Effective Decision Making

    by Toni Osborn Faddis ...
    Be the leader your school community needsThe responsibilities of school leaders are increasingly complex. In this book, you will find a problem-solving model to help you think through morally complex situations. These steps will enable you to arrive at innovative solutions that are ethical, logical, culturally sensitive, and in the best interests of students.Packed with real-life vignettes, mental ... Read more

    S$ 44.68 SGD