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Vincent Sheean, a groundbreaking American foreign correspondent and author, is known for reporting from Europe, North Africa, and Asia, writing news reports, articles, and books. A few books and articles have described Vincent Sheean's life, and briefly discussed his major nonfiction books. However, no book-length study or article has closely examined his nonfiction books. 'Seeking to Understand the World: Literary Journalism of Vincent Sheean', textually analyzes his five nonfiction, journalistic books to examine them for characteristics of literary journalism. Spanning nearly the entirety of his journalistic career, these books include 'Personal History' (1935), 'Not Peace but a Sword' (1939), 'Between the Thunder and the Sun' (1943), 'Lead, Kindly Light' (1949), and 'Nehru: The Years of Power' (1960). Set in different world areas, the books illuminate events as disparate as the Riffian war, the Spanish Civil War, the infamous Munich pact, the Nazi bombing of London, and the assassination of Mahatma Gandhi. Sheean's books provide an in-depth, personal look at these and related events. This book includes analysis of Sheean's works, finding that they have several prominent characteristics of literary journalism: stories and scenes, cohesive structure, lifelike characters, vivid description, well-crafted sentences, immersive reporting, among others.

This book is for you if you have a message or knowledge that you want to share that could benefit others. This could be through the written or the spoken word or both.It provides a balance of theory and practical guidance to write your business book, and to help you share your message through the power of speech.Fiona Taylor is an author, keynote speaker, executive coach, and neuroscience advanced coach. She hosts international conferences, and delivers keynote speeches from the University of Oxford, England to Istanbul, Turkey and to as far afield as Tasmania. Fiona first won a National Public Speaking Award and has continued with an impressive array of them and recognition ever since.Fiona has coached more than 40,000 people worldwide to use their most valuable free gift, their voice, to start on their journey of living the life they have only ever dreamed of.With over 20 years of experience working across many sectors - Public, Private, Education, Voluntary, and Religious, Fiona created The Business Book Blueprint¿ offering entrepreneurs a roadmap to showcase their credibility and experience and navigate the competitive landscape of the business world.Fostering a culture of entrepreneurship and creativity has helped many business owners turn their dreams into reality. Fiona firmly believes that you can turn spoken words into a successful business book.Fiona looks forward to sharing with you her practical strategies, actionable advice, and hard-earned lessons that have guided her from startup to success. Her blueprint is a trusted guide to help you unlock your potential as an author and elevate your business book to new heights.Writing it can leave a lasting legacy, as books have the potential to influence, educate, and inspire readers for generations. It underscores the idea that every individual's voice and perspective can contribute to the rich tapestry of business, literature and the human experience.

As a demonstration of expertise, students have to have a large vocabulary pool on which to draw in writing the continuous assessment essay (CAE) and final-year project that culminate in the award of the classes of the degrees of their choice. Yet, no teacher¿s laudatory efforts can enable his or her students to perform excellently well without the latter taking part of the responsibility for their own learning in such a way as to learn to go beyond the constraints of the use of the common everyday vocabulary item, as stressed in the classroom, and making choice pickings from that additional pool of words they come to know about from their own efforts at pleasurable reading of many kinds. Once the vocabulary pool has been enhanced, it is then put to good use in bouts of writing ¿ assigned both in the classroom and outside it. It is to that end that this introductory book was written.

Top the charts of Erotica with the only writer's guide you'll need to do so!This book is your key to navigating the intricate landscape of erotica writing, transforming your wildest fantasies into captivating narratives that seduce readers from the very first word. Whether you're an aspiring author eager to write Erotica or an experienced writer looking to refine your skills, this book offers invaluable insights into writing stories that resonate with the core of human longing.We have prepared a treasure trove of techniques and strategies specifically tailored for the erotica genre, from stirring to mastering the art of seduction through words. "How to Write Bestselling Erotica & Erotic Romance" is an easy-to-implement writer's manual for perfecting your stories of lust, focusing on the elements that make them bestsellers: Compelling StorytellingEffective MarketingStriking the Balance between erotic and steamyPerfecting the art of using vivid sensory detailsClever Integration of TropesWith practical advice, genre-specific writing prompts, and expert analysis of bestselling erotica, this writer's guide gives you all of the tools to break through the barriers of the erotica genre, ensuring your work not only ignites the imagination but also grasps the hearts of readers.

Kitabu hiki kinajumuisha mada mbalimbali zenye lengo la kukuza ujuzi wa lugha, fasihi na mawasiliano kwa wasomaji. Katika Kidato cha kwanza mwanafunzi hujifunza msamiati wa kawaida, sharia za lugha, misingi ya fasihi simulizi na fasihi andishi. Kidato cha pili huendeleza uelewa wa lugha na fasihi hivyo mwanafunzi hujifunza pia uundaji wa maneo katika lugha ya Kiswahili ambao hupelekea kuongezwa kwa misamiati katika lugha. Kidato cha tatu na nne huleta mada Zaidi za fasihi, uhakiki pamoja na utungaji. Vipengele kama vile riwaya, tamthilia na mashairi hujadiliwa kwa undani Zaidi. Wanafunzi hujifunza jinsi ya kufanya uchambuzi wa kazi za fasihi na kuzitasiri. Kuelewa na kutumia Kiswahili kwa mawasiliano ya kina na kuandika lengo kuu.Kitabu hiki hujumuisha historia ya lugha, mchango wa fasihi katika jamii na maendeleo ya lugha ya Kiswahili kama lugha ya taifa. Hatua kwa hatua , wanafunzi hupata ujuzi wa kuchanganua, kuelewa, kutoa maoni kuhusu kazi za fasihi, na hii huandaa msingi imara kwa matumizi ya lugha hiyo katika Maisha yao ya kila siku.

Dieses Bildwörterbuch Englisch-Deutsch erleichtert den Einstieg in die Fremd- oder Zweitsprache. Es erklärt rund 900 Wörter aus der Alltagswelt der Kinder anhand von detailgetreuen Illustrationen und liebevoll gestalteten Szenen. Dazu gehören 34 Themenbereiche wie Familie, Haus, Schule, Stadt, Tiere, Zeit, Wetter, Musik und Sport.Die ansprechenden Szenen stellen das Gelesene in einen Zusammenhang und regen zur Beschäftigung mit den Wörtern an, wecken die Neugier und machen Lust auf die neue Sprache. So wird Lernen zum Kinderspiel und macht Spaß.Wie das Sehen ist auch das Hören für den Lernerfolg unerlässlich. Der auf das Buch abgestimmte Audiokurs Englisch - Deutsch als MP3 steht zum Download bereit.Das Bildwörterbuch wurde von Sprachwissenschaftlern für das gemeinsame Lernen von Kindern und Eltern entwickelt. Mit Hilfe der Wörterverzeichnisse kann der gesuchte Begriff in beiden Sprachen nachgeschlagen werden. Wir wünschen Kindern und ihren Eltern viel Spaß beim Nachschlagen, Lesen und Lernen!

"Introducing our newest anthology in celebration of our 25th anniversary: Girls Write Now On the Art of the Craft: A Guidebook to Collaborative Storytelling. This hands-on guide, conceived of, written, and edited by the young people of Girls Write Now, draws from the organization's dynamic curriculum and the writers' own personal experiences spanning decades. Structured around three magical themes: Creation, Combination, and Transformation; this book is alchemy for aspiring writers to develop their craft, including tips, insight, prompts, and advice on the writing and publishing process as well as critical thinking about the future of storytelling. With this handbook, both uplifting and practical, readers everywhere can equip themselves to shape their life stories, and become the writers and leaders they dream of being"--

Back in 1985, while studying under the tutelage of the renowned Haitian linguist Dr. Yves Déjean at the Bank Street College of Education in New York, I authored a concise grammar guide. I later shared complimentary copies of the book with all my Kreyòl pupils.Due to the high demand from my former and current students, I am making the Creole alphabet available to anyone who wishes to learn it.

Technical Writing Simplified: Your Roadmap to Clear, Concise, and Impactful CommunicationDo you struggle to:Explain complex technical concepts in a way your audience understands?Write research articles, user guides, investigations, and instructions that are actually helpful?Create technical documents that are clear, concise, and engaging?If so, "Technical Writing Simplified" is your answer.This practical guide takes you step-by-step through the 7-stage process used by professional technical writers. From defining your objectives to planning your content, drafting, reviewing, editing, and finally releasing your document, you'll learn the essential skills and strategies to transform technical jargon into crystal-clear communication.What You'll Gain:Master the 7-step Technical Writing Process: A proven framework for creating impactful documents quickly and efficiently.Write clearly and concisely: Eliminate jargon and ambiguity, ensuring your audience understands exactly what you're saying.Structure your technical documents for optimal readability: Organize your content logically and make it easy for users to find the information they need.Craft visuals that inform and engage: Learn how to use diagrams, charts, and tables to complement your writing and enhance understanding.Become a confident and effective technical writer: Whether you're a beginner, a seasoned professional, or someone who simply needs to write occasional technical documents, this book will equip you with the knowledge and skills you need to succeed.More than just a "how-to" guide, "Technical Writing Simplified" is also:Packed with practical examples and real-world scenarios: See the principles in action and learn from expert tips and tricks.Easy to understand and follow: Written in a clear, concise style, with helpful annotations and visual aids.Tailored for a wide audience: Whether you're an engineer, scientist, pharmacist, doctor, IT professional, finance professional, or anyone who needs to communicate technical information, this book has something for you.This technical writing handbook is practical guide to technical writing. This is not just for 'dummies', but for anyone who wants to improve their technical writing skills. The book will be helpful who wants to progress in technical writing career. This Manual for Writers is also useful for those involved in technical writing for life science or wants to be successful in technical writing job.

"Italiensk - grammatik og ordforråd" er beregnet til dansktalende, som har interesse for italiensk kultur og sprog, f.eks. rejsende, studerende, undervisere, familiemedlemmer og andre. Den er også nyttig for italiensktalende, som gerne vil lære dansk.2. udgave er opdateret med flere forklaringer, gloser og eksempler. Fejl og mangler er udbedret. Bogen er udvidet med 68 sider.Bogen giver en lang række brugbare gloser, og grammatikken gennemgås på en klar og tilgængelig måde. Bogen er bygget systematisk og overskueligt op med masser af oversatte sprogeksempler, der giver læseren en fin indføling i sproget.Forfatteren følger den humanistiske dannelsestradition i de akademiske sprogfag, der værdsætter litteratur og kultur som hørende tæt sammen med sprog. Derfor indeholder bogen også litterære eksempler og kulturelle referencer.Alt i alt er denne lærebog en perle for alle sprogelskere.

"Pain is a universal language. We have all experienced it, all the varied variants of it.Pain requires releaseSo I wrote theseHope somehow, somewhenThese poems brings you easeThis book is to be a reminder of how we have been there before and will get through for sure."

La gran extensión geográfica del español ha producido numerosas obras lexicográficas que se enfrentan al reto de dar respuesta a problemas derivados de la internacionalización lograda por esta lengua. Por una parte, los diccionarios bilingües aportan una perspectiva diferente para reflexionar sobre nuestro léxico y sobre cómo representarlo de forma eficaz en los diccionarios; por otra parte, dentro de los países hispanohablantes, el colorido mosaico de variedades regionales, nacionales y supranacionales suscita debates sobre la manera de tratar tamaña diversidad para conseguir una representación ecuánime para todos. En este volumen, especialistas de diferentes orígenes contrastan problemas, métodos y soluciones lexicográficas para abordar esta dimensión internacional.

Dansk Udtaleordbog bruger international lydskrift (IPA) og er et uundværligt værktøj, når man skal lære dansk som fremmedsprog. Der er ingen normerede regler for dansk udtale, men mange holdninger til, hvordan dansk skal lyde. Målet med Dansk Udtaleordbog er at gengive den upåfaldende normaludtale, dvs. fravær af hørbart geografisk tilhørsforhold og stigmatiserende eller forældet udtale, ved at samle op på flere årtiers udtaleforandringer.Using the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA), Contemporary Danish Pronunciation is pivotal in learning Danish as a second language. It provides today’s unmarked pronunciation, i.e. absence of dialect and stigmatizing or archaic cues. Contrary to popular belief, Danish pronunciation is predictable from the written word, however based on a deep phonological analysis rather than morphology.Ruben Schachtenhaufen (f. 1975), ph.d., fonetiker, forsker og underviser i dansk udtale, lydskrift, fonetik og fonologi ved Københavns Universitet. Han står bag udtaleordbog.dk, schwa.dk og bogen Ny dansk fonetik (2023), som følger konventionerne i det internationale fonetiske alfabet (IPA). Schachtenhaufen har udviklet værktøjer, der på baggrund af fonologiske og morfologiske regler kan omdanne skrevne ord til lydskrift, som afspejler dansk udtalevariation.Michael Bach Ipsen (f. 1986) har redigeret flere af Modersmål-Selskabets udgivelser om bl.a. dialekter og nabosprog og er forfatter til en illustreret ABC på vendelbomål, Michaels ABC på wæjlbomol (2024). Med sin baggrund i sprogvidenskab fra Københavns og Lunds Universitet har han bidraget til Dansk Udtaleordbog med et både diakront og synkront syn på variation i dansk.Mikael Fabrin (f. 1971) har siden 2019 undervist i dansk som andetsprog på Danmarks Pædagogiske Universitet og på sprogcentre helt fra niveau A1 til B2, hvor retningslinjer for naturlig dansk udtale er et vigtigt hjælpemiddel. Under inddragelse af sin undervisningserfaring har han som led i sin specialisering i funktionel-kognitiv lingvistik ved Københavns Universitet medvirket til udarbejdelsen af Dansk Udtaleordbog.

"IN THE UPPER ROOM" is a biblical one-act drama that theatricalizes the events surrounding the Passover meal Jesus shared with his disciples the night before he was crucified. This high-energy play can utilize as many as 13 male actors. In the third original production, the director used both men and women to make up the 13 cast members.

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"Imagine a guide that not only inspires you to write but also walks you through the creation of your very own bestselling fantasy romance novel."Learn how to create vivid worlds, dynamic characters, and plots that pulse with life. This is your chance to write the fantasy romance novel that you've always wanted to read. This is more than a writing guide-it's a revelation. Master the intricate dance of plot, setting, and character that makes your next fantasy romance novel unforgettable. With this book, your fantasies will soar, capturing the hearts of avid readers and the attention of influencers.Inside, you'll find:Step-by-step instructions for creating vivid, immersive settings that form the perfect backdrop for your romance.A blueprint for developing multi-dimensional characters who face and overcome magical challenges in pursuit of love.Plot development techniques that intertwine romance and fantasy, keeping readers hooked from beginning to end.Guidance on crafting emotional depth and tension that resonates with fans of both genres.Whether you're starting your first fantasy romance or looking to improve your craft, this book provides the tools and inspiration you need to write stories that weave together the magic of love and the wonder of fantasy.

This book offers a systematic acoustic phonetic analysis of both language and dialect death in the region of Béarn, southwestern France. Focusing on Béarnais, a localised dialect of Gascon which is under pressure from French, the author explores the socio-political process of language shift, whereby members of a speech community cease to speak their indigenous language in favour of an incoming dominant language. Gascon is at an advanced stage of this process, making its remaining speakers excellent candidates for the study of language obsolescence, and this unique study will be of interest to researchers working in a broad range of disciplines, including language variation and change, language and dialect contact, Occitan and French, sociophonetics and phonology.

This book presents rich information on Romanian mythology and folklore, previously under-explored in Western scholarship, placing the source material within its historical context and drawing comparisons with European and Indo-European culture and mythological tradition. The author presents a detailed comparative study and argues that Romanian mythical motifs have roots in Indo-European heritage, by analyzing and comparing mythical motifs from the archaic cultures, Greek, Latin, Celtic, Sanskrit, and Persian, with written material and folkloric data that reflects the Indo-European culture. The book begins by outlining the history of the Getae-Dacians, beginning with Herodotus' description of their customs and beliefs in the supreme god Zamolxis, then moves to the Roman wars and the Romanization process, before turning to recent debates in linguistics and genetics regarding the provenance of a shared language, religion, and culture in Europe. The author then analyzes mythcreation, its relation to rites, and its functions in society, before examining specific examples of motifs and themes from Romanian folk tales and songs. This book will be of interest to students and scholars of folklore studies, comparative mythology, linguistic anthropology, and European culture.

The national bestseller"This book has made me laugh and cry, filled me with joy, and inspired me." -TikTok user camrynbanksNow with thirty pages of new questions -- the phenomenally popular secret journal filled with private prompts for personal reflection, self-exploration, and fueling creativityWith more than three million copies sold, Burn After Writing is the must-have journal for teens, tweens, and TikTok fans that helps you discover who you really are – when no one else is looking. Through incisive questions and thought experiments, this self-discovery tool helps you learn new things while letting others go. Imagine instead of publicly declaring your feelings for others, you privately declared your feelings for yourself?    Help your heart by turning off the comments and muting the accounts that drive you into jealousy for a few moments a night. Whether you are going through the ups and downs of growing up, or know a few young people who are, you will flourish by finding free expression—even if through a few tears!    Push your limits, reflect on your past, present, and future, and create a secret book that's about you, and just for you. This is not a diary, and there is no posting required. And when you're finished, toss it, hide it, or Burn After Writing.    Now expanded with thirty new pages of questions that probe even deeper into who you are when no one's looking.

Entdecken Sie die Welt der Fremdsprachen auf eine ganz neue Weise mit der Lesemethode von Ilya Frank, perfekt für alle ab dem Sprachniveau A2. Diese innovative Methode kombiniert Originaltexte mit klaren, direkten Übersetzungen und bietet zusätzliche Erläuterungen direkt im Lesefluss, um ein tiefes Verständnis und schnelles Lernen zu fördern. Ob Sie Ihre Sprachkenntnisse verbessern oder in eine neue Sprache eintauchen möchten, diese Methode bietet ein einzigartiges und effektives Leseerlebnis. Dank der integrierten Hörbücher wird auch das Hörverständnis trainiert.Lesemethode von Ilya Frank ist ideal für alle, die ihre Sprachkenntnisse effektiv erweitern wollen, ohne den natürlichen Lesefluss zu unterbrechen.Entdecken Sie die zeitlose Magie und den Charme von "Legend of Sagenfeld, in Germany", einem entzückenden Meisterwerk, das Sie in eine Welt voller Wunder und Weisheit entführt. In diesem kleinen, von den Turbulenzen der Geschichte unberührten Königreich, wo die Zeit stillzustehen scheint, beginnt die Geschichte mit dem einfachen Leben und den unschuldigen Menschen von Sagenfeld. Als der junge König Hubert den Thron besteigt, wird sein Reich von einer Prophezeiung überschattet, die das Schicksal des Königreichs an die Wahl des süßesten Sängers im Tierreich knüpft.Mit einer Mischung aus Spannung und Zärtlichkeit entfaltet sich die Erzählung, als König Hubert vor die Herausforderung gestellt wird, zwischen den betörenden Melodien der Vögel und der unerwarteten, herzlichen Stimme eines einfachen Esels zu wählen. Diese Wahl birgt das Geheimnis des Überlebens und Wohlstands seines Reiches. "Legend of Sagenfeld, in Germany" ist nicht nur eine Geschichte über die Macht der Musik und die Unschuld der Natur, sondern auch ein tiefgründiges Werk über die Erkenntnis, dass wahre Weisheit oft in den bescheidensten Gestalten zu finden ist.Tauchen Sie ein in eine Erzählung, die mit ihrer Einfachheit verzaubert und gleichzeitig tiefgründige Wahrheiten über Führung, Glauben und die unerwartete Bedeutung der kleinsten Kreaturen in unserem Leben offenbart. Dieses Buch ist eine Hommage an die Kraft der Demut und die unerwartete Weisheit, die oft in den leisesten Stimmen zu finden ist. Es ist ein Muss für jeden, der sich nach einer Geschichte sehnt, die das Herz erwärmt und gleichzeitig zum Nachdenken anregt.Ungekürzter Originaltext. Zweisprachiges Buch Englisch-Deutsch.Innovative Lesemethode von Ilya Frank: https://easyoriginal.com/lesemethode/ Leseprobe: https://easyoriginal.com/leseproben/DE15.pdf

Entdecken Sie die Welt der Fremdsprachen auf eine ganz neue Weise mit der Lesemethode von Ilya Frank, perfekt für alle ab dem Sprachniveau A2. Diese innovative Methode kombiniert Originaltexte mit klaren, direkten Übersetzungen und bietet zusätzliche Erläuterungen direkt im Lesefluss, um ein tiefes Verständnis und schnelles Lernen zu fördern. Ob Sie Ihre Sprachkenntnisse verbessern oder in eine neue Sprache eintauchen möchten, diese Methode bietet ein einzigartiges und effektives Leseerlebnis. Dank der integrierten Hörbücher wird auch das Hörverständnis trainiert.Lesemethode von Ilya Frank ist ideal für alle, die ihre Sprachkenntnisse effektiv erweitern wollen, ohne den natürlichen Lesefluss zu unterbrechen.Entdecken Sie die magische Erzählung von "The King of the Golden River", eine Geschichte, die von den Abenteuern dreier ungleicher Brüder erzählt, die versuchen, das Geheimnis eines mythischen Flusses zu lüften, der in Gold verwandelt werden kann. In dieser fesselnden Geschichte, die in der malerischen Landschaft von Stiria spielt, lernen die Brüder Schwartz, Hans und der gutmütige Gluck auf ihrer Reise zum Goldenen Fluss wichtige Lektionen über Gier, Güte und die wahre Bedeutung von Reichtum.Als die beiden älteren Brüder, getrieben von Habgier, ihr Glück versuchen und scheitern, ist es der junge Gluck, dessen reines Herz und selbstlose Taten den Schlüssel zum Erfolg darstellen. Diese zeitlose Erzählung, voller magischer Begegnungen und mystischer Wendungen, ist nicht nur ein spannendes Abenteuer, sondern auch eine tiefgreifende Reflexion über die Macht der Menschlichkeit und der Natur.Tauchen Sie ein in "The King of the Golden River" und lassen Sie sich von einer Geschichte verzaubern, die zeigt, wie wahre Güte und Mitgefühl den größten Schatz von allen enthüllen können.Ungekürzter Originaltext. Zweisprachiges Buch Englisch-Deutsch.Innovative Lesemethode von Ilya Frank: https://easyoriginal.com/lesemethode/Leseprobe: https://easyoriginal.com/leseproben/DE11.pdf

Entdecken Sie die Welt der Fremdsprachen auf eine ganz neue Weise mit der Lesemethode von Ilya Frank, perfekt für alle ab dem Sprachniveau A2. Diese innovative Methode kombiniert Originaltexte mit klaren, direkten Übersetzungen und bietet zusätzliche Erläuterungen direkt im Lesefluss, um ein tiefes Verständnis und schnelles Lernen zu fördern. Ob Sie Ihre Sprachkenntnisse verbessern oder in eine neue Sprache eintauchen möchten, diese Methode bietet ein einzigartiges und effektives Leseerlebnis. Dank der integrierten Hörbücher wird auch das Hörverständnis trainiert.Lesemethode von Ilya Frank ist ideal für alle, die ihre Sprachkenntnisse effektiv erweitern wollen, ohne den natürlichen Lesefluss zu unterbrechen.Tauchen Sie ein in "A Scandal in Bohemia", die fesselnde Geschichte, die den legendären Detektiv Sherlock Holmes in einem seiner denkwürdigsten Fälle zeigt. In dieser packenden Erzählung wird Holmes von niemand Geringerem als dem König von Böhmen beauftragt, ein brisantes Foto zurückzuholen, das die königliche Reputation zu zerstören droht. Die Fotografie befindet sich im Besitz der klugen und entzückenden Irene Adler, die Holmes nicht nur mit ihrem Verstand, sondern auch mit ihrer Unerschrockenheit herausfordert. In einer Welt, in der das Unmögliche möglich scheint, führt Holmes' Suche ihn durch eine Reihe von verschlungenen Wendungen, die seine außergewöhnlichen deduktiven Fähigkeiten auf die Probe stellen. "A Scandal in Bohemia" ist nicht nur ein fesselndes Abenteuer, sondern auch eine Hommage an die Kraft der Intelligenz und des weiblichen Scharfsinns. Lassen Sie sich von dieser meisterhaft erzählten Geschichte mitreißen, in der Liebe, Loyalität und List auf unvorhersehbare Weise aufeinandertreffen.Ungekürzter Originaltext. Zweisprachiges Buch Englisch-Deutsch.Innovative Lesemethode von Ilya Frank: https://easyoriginal.com/lesemethode/Leseprobe: https://easyoriginal.com/leseproben/DE13.pdf

¿This book follows a Goffmanian approach to self-presentation to focus on the different strategies Spanish users employ to construct their digital identity in profiles, biographies, pictures, and statuses on platforms such WhatsApp, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn. The author presents a functioning taxonomy of self-presentation strategies along the front-stage/back-stage continuum, including common strategies such as eudaimonic (or inspirational) messages and the use of humour. Special attention is paid to the effects of social variables such as the users' gender and age, and the perceived purposes of the different platforms (e.g. LinkedIn is often intended as a professional market for job hunting, whereas Facebook is rarely used in this context). The book will be of interest to students and scholars of Technologically Mediated Communication (traditionally known as Computer-Mediated Communication or CMC), media communication, internet pragmatics, digital discourse analysis, and related fields.

This edited book draws on research on identity in language education to present a detailed and multi-faceted study of identity in language learning, teaching and revitalization settings in the context of Japan. It employs a diverse range of theoretical approaches, including poststructuralism, critical realism, cognitive behavioral theory, and complexity theory,, as well as methodologies such as linguistic ethnography, narrative enquiry, and critical multimodal discourse analysis. The authors focus on multiple dimensions of identity, illuminating linguistic, cultural and human complexity as manifested in language teaching and learning. This book will be of interest to advanced students and scholars of TESOL, applied linguistics, education, Japanese studies, East Asian studies, linguistic anthropology, indigenous languages and sociolinguistics.

From Goodfellas Fan to Genre Guru: Master the Art of Writing Mafia RomancesThe mafia romance genre is booming off the charts, but how do you make your gritty love story roar above the competition? Forget generic plotlines and forgettable characters. How to Write a Bestselling Mafia Romance equips you with the insider knowledge you need to write heart-stopping mafia romance novels. Master how to build captivating characters, from the ruthless Don with a hidden soft spot to the cunning consigliere who plays the game with a smile. Develop intricate high-stakes plots that pull readers deep into the world of organized crime, where loyalty and betrayal hang in the balance. But a mafia romance isn't just about violence and power - this writer's guide teaches you electrify your story with suspense, weaving a web of danger that keeps readers guessing until the very last page. Imagine the thrill of seeing your next mafia romance being read and bought in scores by the hour, a testament to your ability to spin a love story that simmers with danger. Don't let your mafia romance languish in obscurity. Order your copy of How to Write a Bestselling Mafia Romance and turn your final draft into a masterpiece!

Fiction editing is an increasingly popular field, but one that can be daunting to a new editor or even an experienced editor who has only ever worked on nonfiction. This guide is aimed at copyeditors, whatever their experience, who want to know more about the nuts and bolts of fiction editing. It will also be useful to those who proofread fiction, to help understand what the editor should have considered.Getting Started in Fiction Editing explains how to work with both publishers and independent authors and examines how their needs might differ. It also explores the various types of editing that a fiction manuscript might need, as well as what editors need to be aware of, such as continuity, the importance of style sheets and the risks of over-correction. The guide concludes with a list of resources for further reading and a glossary of fiction terms.