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Esteemed professor Michael D. C. Drout brings his expertise in literary studies to the subject of rhetoric. From history-altering political speeches to friendly debates at cocktail parties, rhetoric holds the power to change opinions, spark new thoughts, and ultimately change the world.

A gifted communicator gives practical and biblical guidance to women of all ages in how to choose their words wisely and use their influence for the good of others. Women have a way with words. A woman’s strength, influence, and ability to change the world for better—in every season and in every relationship—lies in the words she speaks each day. But with that God-given power comes the need to use it wisely, and this book provides both biblical and practical guidance to that end.

Now from Peter Funk, the Reader's Digest word columnist and the best-selling author of Word Power, comes Upsize Your Word Power, teaching you the fastest and easiest way to expand your vocabulary: The use of synonyms. Synonyms are a sound and often overlooked way to build vocabulary. With synonyms, you can express almost any shade of feeling or describe almost anything in minute detail. Through the powerful and underutilized vocabulary tool of synonyms, you too can upsize your word power.

Teaching your child to read is monstrously important, and there's no better way to do it than with everyday opportunities for laughter and play. Bringing Up Bookmonsters is full of fun ways to build literacy at home - no flashcards or timers required! Feed your budding bookmonster's brain as you: Turn storytime into playtime to build comprehension; get giggling with games and jokes that reinforce spelling; converse at family meals with varied vocabulary; satisfy your bookmonster's cravings with books they are sure to devour; and more!

What if a healthy, abundant, joyful, faith-filled life is within reach? What if you could increase your energy, vitality, and happiness, and stop dragging through the day, living discouraged and depressed, and settling for less than the life you want? In 15 Ways to Live Longer and Healthier, New York Times bestselling author Joel Osteen, with his trademark wisdom and encouragement, helps you to discover greater success, stronger relationships, tame stress, and find real happiness.

As we go about our daily lives, there is a little voice in our minds that’s always asking, “What about me?” Maybe your voice says, “When is it my turn to be noticed at work?” or “When will someone in this family do something for me?” That voice may be whispering to you about your finances, your job, or your friends, but it is always encouraging you to think about something you don’t have. And sadly, social media and culture in general lead us to focus on this world’s concept of happiness and success—but does it work?

At times, we all find ourselves in seasons of waiting - for our dreams to be fulfilled, our prayers to be answered, or our circumstances to change. But your dream has an appointed time, and God always has victory in store for you. And the seasons of waiting don't need to be periods of discouragement or hopelessness. Instead, they can be rich periods of joy, growth, and preparation for the plans and promotion that God has in store for you.

Word Power is an easy-to-follow series of vocabulary lessons from master linguist Peter Funk. His proven techniques will dramatically help you to improve your vocabulary and express yourself more clearly and forcefully. You will also gain the confidence that comes from having exactly the right word for every situation.

People of God everywhere are fighting worry, anxiety, toxic, negative, and self-deprecating thoughts and winning! Why not you? You know the life issues you are dealing with are weighing your mind down and stopping you from reaching your true potential, and you long to take charge of your mind and be in the driver’s seat of your life with God’s help. You can learn to control your thoughts with God’s word and stop the onslaught of negative, toxic, and anxious thoughts. God himself invites us to think like him because he made us in his image.

According to Mark Mincolla, PhD, developing our superconscious mind and recognizing the divine source that exists within each of us is what generates miracles. A wholistic physician for more than three decades, Mark used his own techniques and learnings to cure himself of a life-threatening illness. In The Way of Miracles, he shares experiences, documented research, and exercises that he provides his patients and uses himself to raise consciousness in order to cultivate the ability to heal and create miracles that have a lasting effect.

En este libro, el Dr. César Lozano nos enfrenta al doloroso pero inevitable proceso de decir adiós y nos guía por la serie de cambios que cualquier despedida conlleva, ya sea como parte de nuestro crecimiento; la dolorosa muerte de un ser querido; el rompimiento de una relación amorosa; el adiós a una amistad, e incluso, el adiós a los hábitos y costumbres que nos hacen daño. Una buena forma para decir adiós dará la luz suficiente durante este proceso que marca significativamente nuestra vida.

Although we live in an ocean of words, we rarely acknowledge their power to uplift or put down, to inspire or discourage, to help or hurt. But in this jewel of an audiobook, Hal Urban, parent, award-winning teacher, and author of the classic Life's Greatest Lessons, shows us simple and immediate ways that we can use language to change lives, both our own and those around us.

Grammar is about much more than rules: It’s about choices, too - since a thought can always be expressed correctly in multiple ways. Why settle for a normal audiobook on grammar when you could learn new things about it and become your own best self at the same time? Grammar is about much more than rules: It’s about choices, too - since a thought can always be expressed correctly in multiple ways. Weinstein shows that certain tweaks to a person’s grammar can bring consequential changes in his or her fulfillment and well-being.

Reading may be as easy as ABC, but remembering what you read isn’t. Find out what you can do about it. A great book or idea is only as good as the person who remembers it. How many times have you been excited to share something you read only to have the concepts slip away from you like an elusive morning mist? Being thrilled to learn something new is natural. Unfortunately, so is forgetting. The scientifically plotted rate at which you’re expected to do this is called the forgetting curve.

Become the exceptional person God has called you to be with these seven practices for living a fulfilled and plentiful life from Lakewood Church co-pastor and bestselling author Victoria Osteen. In her latest book, Exceptional You! Victoria Osteen shares seven ways to become the exceptional person God has called you to be. She says, "If you're going reach your highest potential in life, you're going to have to develop the ability to see beyond where you are right now."

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Do you get out of control when upset? Do your friends and family feel unsafe when you are angry? Do you fly into a rage easily? If so, you may need some healing from anger. Anger tells you that it makes you powerful. Anger tells you that it’s good for your friends and family to be afraid of you when you’re upset. Anger tells you that it’s just how you are and that you cannot change. Anger lies. This book will walk you through emotional and spiritual healing strategies from a Christian worldview so you won’t need to listen to those lies ever again. We’ll cover: Generational Issues ...

Do you ever look at the clock and wonder where the day went? You spent all this time at work and didn't come close to getting everything done. Tomorrow try something new. Use the Pomodoro technique to work in focused sprints throughout the day. In Pomodoro Technique Illustrated, Staffan Noteberg shows you how to organize your work to accomplish more in less time. There's no need for expensive software or fancy planners. You can get started with nothing more than a piece of paper, a pencil, and a kitchen timer.

Learn how to see through anyone. Want to learn how to figure out what anyone is really thinking Have you ever felt like someone wasn’t telling you the whole truth? Have you ever wished you could know what someone was really thinking by looking at their body language and interpreting other clues? This in-depth guide will teach how to analyze people by speed reading them. You will learn a variety of different techniques that will allow you to quickly size up anyone and will help know how to best engage with the people in your life.

The Pursuit of HappinessThe founders of the United States called it an unalienable right. What is happiness, or the pursuit of it? Find answers in the Bible Discover eternal truths concerning happiness, joy and a contented life. See happiness in a whole new light.The Bible sheds light on all of the most important topics of our life. Doesn’t it seem reasonable it can give you the tools to pursue real happiness? This book contains the manuscript notes of a year's sermons preached to a wonderful Baptist congregation. About The Author Marvin McKenzie was born in the Pacific Northwest and ...