Academic English

Are you an English learner who finds grammar rules challenging? Do you want to enhance your communication skills for work, study, or everyday situations? This comprehensive audiobook is designed to help you achieve just that.

ADVANCED ENGLISH is a short, no-nonsense, reader-friendly bank of academic "expressions" written for both graduate and undergraduate students who already know the basics of academic English but find difficulty using a higher level phrases or words. ADVANCED ENGLISH is a collection of the most common and essential idioms, phrasal verbs, vocabulary and phrases which are indispensable for every student in terms of using English effectively whether for speaking or writing purposes or taking academic tests such as Toefl, Ielts, Gre and the like. The book is designed in a very practical and ...

In this final volume of her memoir trilogy, Dr. Erica Elliott begins her medical training as an enthusiastic, wide-eyed student but soon becomes a disillusioned doctor, sick from toxic chemicals at the clinic where she works. This health catastrophe, followed by a near-fatal accident and the harrowing, experimental brain surgery that saved her life, forces Erica off the path of mainstream medicine and onto a path that leads to her profound healing. More than a half-century after a Navajo grandmother offered a prophecy about her life, Erica fulfills it in ways she never could have imagined.

Drawing on decades of experience in maternal health, midwifery, and journalism, Avital Norman Nathman and Deborah Wage weave historical analysis, policy insight, personal narratives, and data from approximately 3,000 people who've given birth to examine the forces shaping American birth culture. From the pursuit of the "perfect birth" and the commercialization of care to the racial and psychological inequities embedded in the system, they reveal how medicalization, racism, and profit-driven policies have eroded autonomy, safety, and dignity in childbirth.

Leading sociologist Xolela Mangcu draws on original interviews and archival research – as well as on his own unique understanding of the complexities of Black South African culture – to offer an important corrective account of Mandela's identity, character, and political career. Mangcu not only sets the record straight about Mandela's Thembu, rather than Xhosa, heritage, but also uncovers a fundamental political pragmatism Mandela developed thanks to his family's strategic alliances with colonialists and through his own Victorian-style education at leading British mission schools.

To write, to think, to imagine, to agitate, and to love without regard for gender is what might be called a nonbinary way of life. In this genre-defying work of autotheory, Marquis Bey proposes a radical refusal: to relinquish gender as a framework we carry – for ourselves and for others – and to embrace modes of being that exist outside of its grasp. What if we no longer let gender be a way of organizing ourselves?

In this audiobook, Wenke Langhof shares her healing journey from stage IV endometriosis — a journey that gives hope to the millions of women suffering from this debilitating disease. Having experienced painful periods since the age of 11, Wenke finally got diagnosed with stage IV endometriosis aged 34. Determined not to have the proposed hysterectomy, she embarked on a quest to heal herself naturally. A research paper about Warburg effect cell changes in endometriosis leads her to the 3E Centre in Germany.

2025 American Writing Awards Winner in Academic/Education 2025 American Writing Awards Finalist in Autobiography/Memoir and Narrative Non-Fiction While the future was uncertain, it was hopeful. The road ahead was foggy and I didn’t know exactly where it would lead, but I knew I wanted to stay on it. Somewhere in the distance, I could envision a career that didn’t just look good, but one that felt good. Regardless, I was enjoying the journey again . . . There is no revenge for being subjected to misogyny and abuse. Success is lovely but never guaranteed and always fleeting. Creativity ...

Inside the Nobel Prize invites readers into one of the most extraordinary traditions in modern history—an award born from invention, controversy, and an unexpected act of legacy. More than a century after the first medals were presented, the Nobel Prize remains the world’s most famous recognition of human achievement, celebrating brilliance in science, literature, peace, and the pursuit of knowledge that makes life better for everyone.

Still I Care: Nurses Rising After Bullying is a powerful and restorative anthology that amplifies the voices of nurses who faced workplace bullying yet chose resilience over silence. Their stories uncover the unseen wounds behind the scrubs—where whispers, exclusion, and systemic mistreatment tried to dim the light of compassionate hearts. But these nurses did not surrender.

With 30 years of backcountry patrol experience in Florida, Bob Lee has lived through incidents of legend, including one of the biggest environmental busts in Florida history. His fascinating memoir reveals the danger and the humor in the unsung exploits of game wardens.

Unlock the full potential of your academic journey with The Organized Mind, a compelling guide designed to revolutionize the way you approach learning and productivity. Dive into the heart of effective organization with proven strategies that enhance academic success and foster personal growth. Start your journey in Chapter 1 with an introduction to the art and science of organization, emphasizing its vital role in achieving both educational and personal milestones. Explore the diverse world of planners in Chapter 2, and discover which type best suits your lifestyle, whether digital or ...

Unlock the doors to your academic success with "Unleashing Your Academic Potential" — a transformative eBook designed to revolutionize the way you approach learning. Dive into a comprehensive guide that equips students with the tools needed to boost confidence, ignite motivation, and nurture a mindset geared for success. Begin your journey by understanding the essence of academic confidence and why it's a crucial component for thriving in educational pursuits. Uncover the myths and misconceptions that may be holding you back, and learn to turn confidence into your academic ally. Fuel your...

Vincent Lorena DeVitto and I don’t exactly see eye to eye. As the captain of the college hockey team, I’m used to being at the top, and she’s the kind of person who lives to challenge me. She’s loud, opinionated, and always looking to tear me down, whether it’s in class, at a game, or just crossing paths on the campus. So when I spot her at the secret Christmas kinky party, I see it as the perfect opportunity to show her exactly who’s in charge. There’s just one catch—she doesn’t realize it’s me. Tonight, I’m not Vincent Headley. I’m Santa. And I’m going to enjoy ...

Saint Francis of Assisi is one of the most influential men in the whole of human history. This acclaimed biography of Saint Francis examines the life of a pure artist, a man "whose whole life was a poem". Here is the Saint Francis who prayed and danced with pagan abandon, who talked to animals, and who invented the crèche. Yet Francis also acknowledged the mystic responsibility to communicate his divine experience.

In this compelling memoir, Jeff Peterson invites listeners into his extraordinary journey from humble beginnings to becoming a visionary real estate developer and entrepreneur. His story isn't one of inherited wealth or privileged connections—it's about grit, determination, and the unwavering belief that with enough perseverance, anything is possible. Growing up in North Carolina, Peterson learned early lessons in resilience through weekend camping trips with his brother and backbreaking summer work in tobacco fields.

Read by the author. Bestselling author John Bevere challenges Christians to take a fresh and honest look at one of the most often misunderstood and avoided truths of the Christian faith—the second coming of Jesus. Through personal testimony, biblical accuracy, and practical guidance, readers...

When listeners left Ruth at the end of Tender at the Bone, she was in Berkeley, California, working as a chef at the Swallow restaurant. Comfort Me with Apples picks up in 1978; Ruth is still living in a commune with her husband, Doug, but she’s decided to put down her chef’s toque and embark on a career as a restaurant critic. After a bumpy start (at the end of her very first on-the-job dinner, her credit card is unceremoniously rejected), she is soon visiting restaurants all over the world in search of a meal to write home about.

The wild isn’t always deep in the mountains. Sometimes—it’s standing right outside your door. In The Coyote at the Door, real people share their terrifying, unforgettable encounters with one of North America’s most adaptable predators. Set in quiet suburbs, rural backyards, neighborhood parks, and wooded walking trails, these are true stories of sudden wildlife attacks that shattered the illusion of safety and brought the wilderness crashing into everyday life.

The founder of modern science and the embodiment of the conflict between science and faith, Galileo remains the most fascinating figure of his age. In this biography, James Reston Jr. provides a lively, vivid portrait of Galileo, taking the listener to the heart of this passionate, embattled, arrogant, and brilliant man.