The five-time Emmy Award-winning investigative reporter and New York Times best-selling author of Stonewalled and The Smear uncovers how partisan bias and gullibility are destroying American journalism....

One person talks; the other listens. It's so basic that we take it for granted. Unfortunately, most of us think of ourselves as better listeners than we actually are. Why do we so often fail to connect....

In a collection of original essays, the venerated television journalist Dan Rather celebrates our shared values and what matters most in our great country, and shows us what patriotism looks like....

Immensely helpful and illuminating to any aspiring writer, this special edition of Stephen King’s critically lauded, million-copy best seller shares the experiences, habits, and convictions that have shaped him and his work....

Learn how a single tongue spoken 150,000 years ago evolved into the estimated 6,000 languages used around the world today....

There are few creative acts more mysterious and magical than writing a song. But what if the goal wasn't so mysterious and was actually achievable for anyone who wants to experience more magic and creativity in their life? Listen to find out more....

Smart, edgy, hilarious, and unabashedly raunchy New York Times best-selling author Samantha Irby explodes in her uproarious first collection of essays....

Robert Cialdini shines a light on effective persuasion and reveals that the secret doesn't lie in the message itself but in the key moment before that message is delivered....

Verbal Judo is the classic guide to the martial art of the mind and mouth that can help you defuse confrontations and generate cooperation....

Why do some ideas thrive while others die? And how do we improve the chances of worthy ideas....

From the ancient Egyptians to our modern days psychologist, humans are trying to figure out exactly how we make decisions, manipulate emotions, and take action. What are those dark psychology techniques and how can you use them? You'll find the answers to those questions right here....

Difficult Conversations teaches you how to handle even the toughest conversations more effectively and with less anxiety, based on 15 years of work at Harvard Negotiation Project and consultations with thousands of people....

Since taking over TED in the early 2000s, Chris Anderson has shown how carefully crafted short talks can be the key to unlocking empathy....

Así que, si estás buscando la mejor manera de progresar en inglés y aprender a hablar como un nativo, entonces estas en lugar correcto. Toma ya las riendas de tu aprendizaje y empieza el viaje para llegar a dominar este increíble idioma....

Se trata de uno de los mejores cursos de oratoria publicado hasta el momento; es una lectura fácil de seguir que lleva paso a paso por el difícil arte de hablar en público.... 

The New York Times best-selling author of Stonewalled pulls back the curtain on the shady world of opposition research and reveals the dirty tricks those in power use to influence your opinions....

Robert McKee's screenwriting workshops have earned him an international reputation for inspiring novices, refining works in progress, and putting major screenwriting careers back on track....

Most people think the way to write a best seller is to have a lot of talent and even more luck. As you will learn, there is a recipe for success, and luck may be the least important ingredient in creating a best seller....

On the morning of April 29, 1986, a fire alarm sounded in the Los Angeles Public Library. As the moments passed, the patrons and staff who had cleared out of the building realized this was not the usual false alarm....

Novelist Jessica Brody presents a comprehensive story-structure guide for novelists that applies the famed Save the Cat! screenwriting methodology to the world of novel writing....

In this groundbreaking synthesis of mindfulness, somatics, and nonviolent communication, Oren Jay Sofer offers simple yet powerful practices to develop healthy, effective, and satisfying ways of communicating....

As much a guide to writing as an exploration of the emotional challenges of being a writer, Bird by Bird offers a candid and often humorous look at how to tackle these varied obstacles....

Now public speaking coach and best-selling author Carmine Gallo explores what makes a great presentation by examining the widely acclaimed TED Talks....

Public speaking, as Carnegie saw it, is a vital skill that can be attained through basic and repeated steps....

In Made in America, Bryson de-mythologizes his native land....

The musician and hip-hop legend - hailed as “the greatest MC of all time” and compared to Thelonious Monk - reimagines the writing handbook in this memoir and guide that incorporates the soulful genius, confidence, and creativity of a master artist....

Has intentado muchos métodos y todavía cometes errores gramaticales, todavía no puedes hablar Inglés con fluidez, y todavía no puedes pronunciar palabras en Inglés correctamente. Puedes leer, pero te sientes nervioso o muy tímido para hablar Inglés....

An essential volume for generations of writers young and old, Bird by Bird is a modern classic. This 25th anniversary edition will continue to spark creative minds for years to come....

In Dialogue, Robert McKee offers in-depth analysis for how characters speak on the screen, on the stage, and on the page in believable and engaging ways....

Try these ingenious, Zen-based exercises to expand your writing skills - or just for fun....

We have reached a state of utter absurdity, where journalism schools teach students that their own personal truth or chosen narratives matter more than reality. In Slanted, Attkisson digs into the language of propagandists, the persistence of false media narratives, the driving forces behind today's dangerous blend of facts and opinion, the abandonment of journalism ethics, and the new, Orwellian definition of what it means to report the news.  

From the ancient Egyptians to our modern days psychologist, humans are trying to figure out exactly how we make decisions, manipulate emotions, and take action. What are those dark psychology techniques and how can you use them in case you need to? You'll find the answers to those questions right here, in this audiobook. 

Audible editor Katie O’Connor explores the craft of writing for the audio format with Audible Originals authors Samantha Allen, Lauren Blakely, Dennis Mahoney, and Ben H. Winters. Listen in as the authors discuss how they changed their approach to their work with audio in mind. You’ll also hear from two Audible Originals editors - Lara Blackman and Steve Feldberg - about how they collaborate with their authors and where they think the future of audio is going.  

Novice speakers will learn valuable tips and methods that can help them become effective communicators in no time at all. Students taking their first speech class in secondary school or college will definitely appreciate this book. Those who frequently give speeches will gain insights to improve their efficiency in speech writing and take their presentations to the next level.

This book explains why the best writing sounds that way, with hundreds of examples from Lincoln, Churchill, and other masters of the language. Farnsworth shows how small choices about words, sentences, and paragraphs put force into writing and speech that have stood the test of time. This is must for anyone who wants to speak or write with clear, persuasive, enjoyable, unforgettable style.

Behind every acclaimed work of literature is a trove of heartfelt decisions. The best authors put painstaking - sometimes obsessive - effort into each element of their stories, from plot and character development to dialogue and point of view. Veteran editor and teacher Richard Cohen draws on his vast reservoir of a lifetime's reading and his insight into what makes good prose soar.

Twenty of America's best-selling authors share tricks, tips, and secrets of the successful writing life. Anyone who's ever sat down to write a novel or even a story knows how exhilarating and heartbreaking writing can be. So what makes writers stick with it? In Why We Write, 20 well-known authors candidly share what keeps them going and what they love most - and least - about their vocation.

Behind every acclaimed work of literature is a trove of heartfelt decisions. The best authors put painstaking - sometimes obsessive - effort into each element of their stories, from plot and character development to dialogue and point of view. Veteran editor and teacher Richard Cohen draws on his vast reservoir of a lifetime's reading and his insight into what makes good prose soar.

Have you ever wondered what could be the most important skill that automatically gives you an edge in nearly any profession? What is the “secret sauce” that makes or brakes the most successful people in career and business? I think you can already guess - it’s communication. And if you don’t know how to talk, most “big doors“ are closed for you!

Are you struggling with creating clear and concise writing daily? Are you not earning enough money through your writing to live a comfortable lifestyle? 365 to Vision: Modern Writer's Guide: How to Produce More Quality Writing in Less Time has the solution. Learn how to regain some time back in your life by doing more quality work in less time and with less stress.

To make it convenient for listeners to learn thousands of words with just one audiuobook and in a span of only two to three months, an attempt has been made in the form of The English Bunny. The English Bunny is a collection of short stories and prides itself on covering close to 2500 words and their meanings. Like never before, The English Bunny is here to revolutionize the way you learn and improve your English vocabulary.

Are you ready to raise your writing game? Discover advanced creative writing techniques to take your fiction, drama, and poetry to a new level! Dramatic techniques are all about bold, clear, high-impact writing. Once you discover the craft concepts used by screen and stage writers to bring stories to life, you’ll never look back. This practical guide to dramatic concepts will give you confidence in structure, plotting and character, and may even blow your mind. At the very least, you’ll kick yourself for not discovering them sooner.

Have you been captivated by the Spanish language and realized that it is a language you want to learn but you found yourself stuck and don’t know where to start? Or maybe you have a decent understanding of Spanish but can’t quite communicate on par with the fluency you would like? Grammar can make or break your skills in using a language. It is what helps your words make sense and not just a random mumbo-jumbo. You may have stock knowledge of some Spanish words you’ve picked up over the years but without grammar it’s just a bunch of words.

Lionel Barber was editor of the Financial Times for the tech boom, the global financial crisis, the rise of China, Brexit and mainstream media's fight for survival in the age of fake news. In this unparalleled, no-holds-barred diary of life behind the headlines, he reveals the private meetings and exchanges with political leaders on the eve of referendums, the conversations with billionaire bankers facing economic meltdown, exchanges with Silicon Valley tech gurus and pleas from foreign emissaries desperate for inside knowledge.

A lot of people are afraid to speak in public, in particular when it comes to perform in front of a big audience. But that’s really a pity, and you know why? Because, being a good public speaker can enhance your reputation, boost your self-confidence, and open up countless opportunities in various field of your life such as work, relationships, and others. However, while good skills can open doors, poor ones can close them.