Take your English proficiency to new heights with "Better Your English" by Harmik Vaishnav. Whether you're aiming to improve your speaking, writing, or comprehension skills, this comprehensive guide offers invaluable insights and practical strategies to help you achieve your goals.As you delve into the intricacies of the English language, you'll uncover the fundamental principles that govern effective communication. But amidst the vast array of topics covered, a question arises: W...

Harmik Vaishnav, ardent reader and writer, writes on various subjects, such as language, short stories, poetry and non-fiction. He contributes to literary journals and anthologies regularly. He is devoted to academics and literature and has a PhD degree in English Literature. Seven of his books have been published in India including one abroad. He taught English Literature and Communication at both graduate and post-graduate levels. He is a language and academic advisor to many organizatio...

Management Lessons from the Films of Big B is a book born out of sheer love and passion for the movies of the great legend—Amitabh Bachchan; and its journey began with the repeated watching of the films of Amitabh Bachchan, especially Deewar and the meeting-room scene where Vijay—the hero plunges into action and is given confidence by the Boss bringing a ‘Eureka!’. The films are entertaining, of course, as it is the primary objective of any film. They also throw light on the contemporary s...

Humour is the most loved, tingling and fun filled feature of human emotion. There is hardly any living person who does not like humour or has not felt for this sensation. Great thinkers, comedians, actors etc. try their best to generate humour through their wit, actions and words.Quotations are great source of amusement, food for thought, essays and debates etc. There are numerous humourous quotes, dialogues, remarks etc. of renowned thinkers and writers.This book has undergone careful sel...

English language is like a double edged sword in this matter, if used well and properly it will create a favourable impression in professional and social arena and if not used properly i.e. crude language, it will create negative image of the communicator.This book endeavours to make the speaker or writer who uses English language frequently aware about certain technicalities of the language and its proper use. A person who has had education in English medium may also sometimes slip into t...

Many people find English grammar daunting: if you are one of them, then this is the book for you. The Complete Guide to Grammar is an indispensible guide for all native English speakers who were not taught formal grammar, and who have ever wondered about the correct use of a word or phrase. It is also an invaluable learning tool for students of English of lower intermediate standard and above.The book deals with each area of grammar in a concise, readable manner, providing relevant...

The secret behind the success of most of the people is not what they do, but how they do it!This book discusses the life-changing concepts through storytelling. You would find yourself closely connected to these stories. They will encourage you to explore your own potential to inspire you, and to achieve your real worth. This book will also help you to understand the traits that keep you from achieving your dreams. The book lays down a process to help you emerge from the clutches o...

The bestselling book on the art of the insult is back and it’s more blasphemous than ever. Author and snark connoisseur Lawrence Dorfman does his absolute worst, dishing out hundreds of clever insults for all situations and occasions. From careful instructions on how and when to throw a verbal punch to an expertly curated collection of the best insults in history, this uproarious little book has everything you need to become the ultimate slanderer. Every page is packed with delightfully me...

This guide was created to accompany ESL courses. This guide includes the basics of English in a simple, easy-to-use format.

Timeless in their wisdom, thought-provoking in their message, surprising in their truth and memorable in their originality, the right words can give direction, inspiration, and sometimes a tangible boost onto the right path. For example, Steve Jobs once read “Stay hungry Stay foolish” on the back cover of The Whole Earth Catalog, and those four words came to guide his life.Created by Kathryn and Ross Petras, connoisseurs of quotes, whose books and calendars have over 56 mi...

Essential English Grammar is packed with easy-to-follow explanations and summaries, practical tips on how to avoid common grammar mistakes, interesting facts about the historical and regional use of English and a special section on punctuation. This clear, straightforward guide to modern English grammar will help you to improve your knowledge of the language and perfect your grammar.NOT GOT MUCH TIME?One, five and ten-minute introductions to key principles to get you starte...

The murals in restaurants are on a par with the food in museums.America is an enormous frosted cupcake in the middle of millions of starving people.Critics are like pigs at the pastry cart.Describing something by relating it to another thing is the essence of metaphorical thought. It is one of the oldest activities of humankind—and one of the most impressive when done skillfully. Throughout history, many masters of metaphor have crafted observations that are so spec...