A five-time Moth GrandSLAM winner and bestselling novelist shows how to tell a great story — and why doing so matters.Whether we realize it or not, we are always telling stories. On a first date or job interview, at a sales presentation or therapy appointment, with family or friends, we are constantly narrating events and interpreting emotions and actions. In this compelling book, storyteller extraordinaire Matthew Dicks presents wonderfully straightforward and engaging tips and techniques for constructing, telling, and polishing stories that will hold the attention of your audience (no matter how big or small).He shows that anyone can learn to be an appealing storyteller, that everyone has something "storyworthy” to express, and, perhaps most important, that the act of creating and telling a tale is a powerful way of understanding and enhancing your own life.
Puzzles + Skills Practice + Humor = School Success This award-wining workbook is packed with exercises that make learning fun and will help your child develop skills for school readiness and success. Developed with education experts, and te
Forget the rules. Just cook!Home-cooked food doesn't have to be over-the-top, fussy, or time-intensive to be absolutely amazing. In his debut cookbook, Nick DiGiovanni gives you the tools to become fearless in the kitchen and to create delicious meals.Building on a foundation of staple recipes such as basic pasta dough and homemade butter, Nick shares a mouthwatering selection of his favourite recipes. Feast on New England favourites like Browned Butter Lobster Rolls and Garlic Butter Steak Tips, enjoy decadent pasta dishes like Smoky Mezcal Rigatoni and Sungold Spaghetti, and recreate fan favorites like his Viral Pasta Chips and Dino Nuggets. And of course, Nick had to include some "collab" recipes from his famous friends like Andrew Zimmern, Robert Irvine, Joanne Chang, Lynja, and more.Knife Drop also includes Nick's expert advice on equipment, ingredients, and techniques, so home cooks of any ability level can pick up some new skills. Explore a library of QR codes linking to video tutorials showcasing key cooking techniques, from holding a chef's knife and making a piping bag to pronouncing "gnocchi" the correct way.
The author of The Art of Seduction draws on some of history's most effective military tactics and the examples of such figures as Napoleon, Margaret Thatcher, and Ulysses S. Grant to outline psychological strategies for effective negotiating, responding to dangerous situations, and managing life milestones.
Learn to Write Patterns Others Can Knit. Aimed at both established and emerging designers, Pattern Writing for Knit Designers is the comprehensive guide that can help translate a project into a set of instructions that any knitter can follow.
- Terry Pratchetts Scheibenwelt-Romane haben sich über 100 Millionen Mal verkauft und wurden in 37 Sprachen übersetzt- Illustriert von Paul Kidby, dem bevorzugten Künstler von Terry Pratchett, der auch seine Bücher bebilderte- Enthält Poster mit Figuren, Zitaten und TriviaEs war eine gewaltige Aufgabe, alle Figuren aus Pratchetts Scheibenwelt über Zeit und Raum zusammenzubringen! Aber wir haben es geschafft! In diesem 1000-Teile-Puzzle haben sich alle zu einem Gruppenbild versammelt (auch wenn es einige Diskussionen darüber gegeben hat, wer neben wem steht...)
The Woods are in uproar!Pig has vanished! What could have happened to him?And who is that familiar-looking bearded figure sitting on a cloud?Could they be connected?
«Carré's Photographs are simultaneously totally explicit and totally beautiful - NOW IN SPECIAL PAPERBACK EDITIONREVISED AND ENLARGED!»«This is a literally breathtaking collection of nude photographs by perfectionist French photo- grapher Didier Carré. I had given up hope of finding such images, disappointed by the coyness of nude art photography on the one hand and the wearying over-stimulation of pornography on the other. Carré's photographs are simultaneously totally explicit and totally beautiful. His models have a stillness that says we taken a great deal of care and time to produce these images: take your own time to explore them. Carré demonstrates the power of black and white photography to reveal the true form of flesh and muscle in light and shade. The models are rarely adorned, apart from, in many cases, one, sometimes two, glas dildos that catch the light like a jewel, focusing your attention on their inner centre ...» - Dermot Cox «True erotic photography is never finished; it stimulates the imagination about what could happen later."» - Didier Carré
Ouvrage de préparation au DELF scolaire en français langue étrangère (FLE), dans la collection ABC Delf, pour de jeunes adolescents, niveau B2.ABC DELF Junior Scolaire B2 prépare aux nouvelles épreuves en intégrant les formats actuels.Jusqu'en 2024 et dans tous les pays du monde le DELF peut être passé sous "l'ancienne" et"la nouvelle" formule.Ce livre vous prépare aux DEUX !ABC DELF Junior Scolaire B2 propose un parcours permettant d'aborder les épreuves avec lesmeilleures chances de réussite :Présentation et explication du déroulement des épreuves;200 activités type DELF (50 par compétence) ;4 épreuves blanches (1 par compétence) ;3 DELF blancs complets. Les " plus " d'ABC DELF Junior Scolaire B2 :Les conseils du coach pour accompagner le candidat sur tous les aspects de l'examenUne autoévaluation initiale pour identifier ses forces et faiblessesLes corrigés et transcriptions inclus pour un travail en autonomieUn livre web, 100 % en ligne, inclusUn DVD multimédia audio et vidéo inclus avec p lus d'une heure d'enregistrements sonores pour le travail de l'oral ; les conseils du coach dans une vidéo interactive
Language: English, Binding: Hardback, Number of pages: 208, Publishers: Clarkson Potter/Ten Speed, Author: Andrea Mutti, ISBN-13: 9781984863423, Date of issue: 2024
Now available in paperback, this extensive collection of the world's best street photography captures daily life in every corner of the globe. From pre-war gelatin silver prints to 21st-century digital images, from documentary to abstract, from New York's Central Park to a mountain city in Mongolia, these photographs reveal the many ways street photography moves, informs, and excites us. The book includes work by the likes of Margaret Bourke-White, Henri Cartier-Bresson, Joel Meyerowitz, Gordon Parks, Andre Kertesz, Garry Winogrand, Roger Mayne, and other masters of street photography who pushed the genre's boundaries and continue to innovate today.Each exquisitely reproduced photograph is accompanied by an informative text which reveals the story behind the image. David Gibson's insightful introduction traces the history of street photography, reflects on its broad appeal, and looks toward the future of the genre.
Alors que Netflix s'apprête à diffuser une série inspirée des aventures d'Arsène Lupin, avec Omar Sy dans le rôle-titre, Archipoche publie, dans une élégante édition collector, les plus célèbres aventures du gentleman cambrioleur. Opération " 2 achetés = Les Milliards d'Arsène Lupin offert ".Monocle, haut-de-forme, fleur à la boutonnière et revolver en poche : depuis son apparition en 1905, la silhouette d'Arsène Lupin a effrayé et diverti des générations de lecteurs. Dandy et bagarreur, scélérat et charmeur, ce gentleman a sévi dans plus d'une vingtaine d'œuvres, nées de l'imagination de Maurice Leblanc (1864-1941).Paru en 1907, Arsène Lupin, gentleman cambrioleur regroupe les sept premières aventures de l'homme aux mille apparences, déjà aux prises avec son ennemi juré, l'inspecteur Ganimard.Jamais là où on l'attend, ce justicier en frac réapparaît en 1911 pour livrer ses premières confidences et résoudre les énigmes les plus coriaces... sans renoncer à son penchant pour le beau sexe. " Ce que c'est que d'être joli garçon ! "
Reveals the proven, time-tested trading system he used to achieve triple-digit returns for five consecutive years, averaging 220 per cent per year for a 33,500 per cent compounded total return. This title teaches you: how to find the best stocks before they make big price gains; and how to avoid costly mistakes made by most investors.
Language: English, Binding: Paperback, Number of pages: 608, Publishers: Kensington Publishing Corporation, ISBN-13: 9781496758125, Date of issue: 2025
Cet ouvrage est souvent considéré comme la "bible" des cuisiniers. Avec ses quelque 5000 recettes, c'est une véritable référence pour des générations de gastronomes, apprentis comme avertis." Auguste Escoffier ne s'est pas contenté d'être un grand cuisinier, il ne s'est pas contenté d'inventer des plats illustres comme la pêche Melba, il ne s'est pas contenté d'exporter la gastronomie française au Savoy de Londres avec son ami Ritz, il ne s'est pas contenté de préparer des dîners au cours desquels des Noisettes d'agneau Cora Petits pois à l'anglaise n'étaient que le quatrième mets succulent d'une magnifique série de sept, il ne s'est pas contenté d'être le premier cuisinier français fait officier de la Légion d'honneur, il ne s'est pas contenté d'être le premier à oser mettre des tomates concassées en conserve... C'est lui qui a fait de notre métier l'un des plus magnifiques du monde."Christian Constant
Language: English, Binding: Hardback, Number of pages: 96, Publishers: Schiffer Publishing Ltd, Author: Jolanda van de Grint, ISBN-13: 9780764362323, Date of issue: 2021
A landmark history of one hundred years of war waged against the Palestinians from the foremost US historian of the Middle East, told through pivotal events and family history In 1899, Yusuf Diya al-Khalidi, mayor of Jerusalem, alarmed by the Zionis
This brand new remastered book collects together Bunny vs Monkey 1: Let the Mayhem Begin and Bunny vs Monkey 2: Journey to the Centre of the Eurg-th for the first time. Smaller easy-to-read format! 256 hilarious pages!
Disney/Pixar Cars 3 races into theaters summer 2017 Just in time for the release of Disney/Pixar Cars 3, this hardcover Little Golden Book collection stars Lightning McQueen, Mater, and the other fast-moving characters from Disney/Pixar
Language: English, Binding: Paperback, Number of pages: 120, Publishers: CULTUREA, Author: TRISMEGISTUS HERMES/TRISMEGISTE HERMES, ISBN-13: 9791043104909, Date of issue: 2024
In this groundbreaking and "poignant" (Los Angeles Times) book, David Kessler--praised for his work by Maria Shriver, Marianne Williamson, and Mother Teresa--journeys beyond the classic five stages to discover a sixth stage: meaning. In 1
Language: English, Binding: Hardback, Number of pages: 204, Publishers: Darrington Press, Author: Spenser Starke, ISBN-13: 9781737372547, Date of issue: 2023
Create Better Compositions by Design The path to better painting begins with Mastering Composition. This effective guide blends clear, visual instruction with 5 step-by-step demonstrations to show you how to plan and paint your best work yet. Composition is the key, and here you'll learn to design paintings with new skill and confidence. It all begins with the armature or structure of the picture plane. Every great painting has one, and you'll see through several famous examples exactly how the Old Masters used armatures to create movement, narrative, harmony and fluidity. Based on these examples, you'll practice what you've learned following a series of hands-on demonstrations. Once you understand the basic principles of design, you'll be amazed at how quickly and effectively your compositions come together. Soon you will be painting more boldly and confidently than ever before with less reworking and overworking. Whether you're a beginner looking for basic instruction or a more advanced painter troubleshooting a specific problem, the proven methods in this book will work for you. Ideal for all mediums, Mastering Composition gives you the knowledge you need to create powerful paintings out of every subject.
What does the future of urban living look like?Joel Beath and Elizabeth Price explore this question drawing inspiration from a diverse collection of apartment designs, all smaller than 50m2/540ft2. Through the lens of five small-footprint design principles and drawing on architectural images and detailed floor plans, the authors examine how architects and designers are reimagining small space living. Full of inspiration we can each apply to our own spaces, this is a book that offers hope and inspiration for a future of our cities and their citizens in which sustainability and style, comfort and affordability can co-exist. Never Too Small proves living better doesn't have to mean living larger.
So metaphorical: Experience one of the best films of the decade as a graphic novel, drawn by Director Bong Joon Ho himself. With hundreds of mesmerizing illustrations, Parasite: A Graphic Novel in Storyboards is a behind-the-scenes glimps
Experience the magic of the Harry Potter films, when you move the tabs, levers, and wheels across the pages of this book!Inspired by the events seen in Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone, this book is a charming depiction of Harry's journey from the Cupboard Under the Stairs to the start of Harry's life as a Gryffindor at Hogwarts. The all-new, beautifully detailed, immersive illustrations and clever paper engineering will amaze fans of all ages. Engineered for delight, six spreads invite readers to activate their favorite moments from the film. Turn the wheels, and pull the tabs, slits, and levers-the scenes on the pages change in exciting and surprising ways. The clever transformations were created by paper engineering maestro David Hawcock. Make the living room of Privet Drive flood with his Hogwarts acceptance letters, watch Harry disappear through the brick wall of Platform 9¾, discover the magnificent Hogwarts Express, and much more.
Estos sencillos puzles de dos piezas con simpáticas ilustraciones son perfectos para que los más pequeños aprendan los opuestos mientras juegan a asociar un elemento con su contrario y aprenden a nombrar y describir imágenes.
SPEKTRUM DEUTSCH A1+ ist ein modernes und kommunikatives Lehrwerk für den Anfängerunterricht. Es richtet sich an motivierte erwachsene Lernende, die zügig erkennbare Erfolge beim Erlernen des Deutschen erzielen möchten. Das Lehrwerk beinhaltet für Alltag, Beruf und Studium besonders relevanten Wortschatz und wesentliche sprachliche Strukturen, interessante Themen und alltagsnahe Dialoge und Texte.SPEKTRUM DEUTSCH A1+ integriert Kurs- und Arbeitsbuch in einem Band. Der Gesamtband besteht aus 12 Kapiteln, einem Vorbereitungstest auf die Sprachprüfung Start Deutsch 1 und eine zusammenfassende Übersicht der behandelten Strukturen.SPEKTRUM DEUTSCH A1+ beinhaltet zahlreichen Übungen zur Schulung des Hörverstehens. Die hierfür benötigten Audiodateien können mit unserer kostenlosen Audio-App offline auf dem Mobilgerät gehört werden. Daneben stehen die Audiodateien auch online bereit.SPEKTRUM DEUTSCH A1+ enthält nun auch ein Angebot zum Erwerb der passenden E-Book-Lizenz für nur 5,00 EUR* (UVP).Die Reihe SPEKTRUM DEUTSCH entspricht mit seiner Fülle von Text- und Übungsangeboten den sprachlichen und intellektuellen Anforderungen erwachsener Lernender im In- und Ausland. Das bewährte methodische Vorgehen der Autorinnen und der klare, transparente Aufbau unterstützen zielgerichtetes und effektives Lernen. Die Lehrwerke orientieren sich an den Beschreibungen des Gemeinsamen Europäischen Referenzrahmens für Sprachen. Das Plus im Titel verweist darauf, dass der Inhalt in einigen Bereichen (z.B. im Wortschatz oder bei der Verwendung sprachlicher Strukturen) etwas über die im Referenzrahmen für das jeweilige Sprachniveau enthaltenen Lernziele hinausgeht (deshalb A1+, A2+, B1+).
The KJV Gift and Award Bible is available in a wide variety of colors, priced for bulk buying, and makes the perfect achievement award for church or school programs. Available in black, burgundy, white, blue, and purple imitation leather covers.
El libro que necesitas para preparar el examen DELE B2: Las claves del DELE B2 incluye 5 exámenes modelo con soluciones (descargables en nuestra web). Además de los exámenes modelo, también incluye 5 unidades didácticas con contenidos esenciales del nivel B2, para que puedas mejorar tu léxico y gramática para el examen. Este libro ofrece consejos, pistas y estrategias muy útiles para enfrentar con éxito las diferentes pruebas del examen. Por último, incluye un CD audio con audiciones para las tareas de comprension auditiva.
Everyone has regrets in life. So who wouldn't take the chance to change the past if given the opportunity? When Takamiya Naho receives a mysterious letter, claiming to be from her twenty-seven-year-old self. The letter informs her that a new transfer student by the name of Naruse Kakeru will be joining her class, and to keep her eye on him.
