Language Arts & Disciplines

The Village in the Snow is part of the popular Biff, Chip and Kipper Stories series. Written by Roderick Hunt, this story provides a rich context to help develop language comprehension and decoding...

Claudia L. Johnson examines the legacy of male sentimentality in 18th-century literature, focusing on how it affected women writers and their representations of authority figures. This study explores...

Discover the fascinating history and science behind words in Anatoly Liberman's engaging exploration of etymology. Word Origins is a comprehensive guide to tracing the origins of English words,...

For thousands of years, people have wondered how the world began. This book explores creation myths from around the globe, including stories from China, North America, Australia, Britain and the...

Journalism Why It Matters by Michael Schudson is a thought-provoking exploration of the role and significance of journalism in modern society. At its core, journalism provides a fact-based framework...

Agent Blue and the Swirly Whirly is a fun comic adventure about a super spy-pigeon who must stop a giant robot dove and capture his nemesis, Birdseed. When all the TV satellites around the world...

The Deer and the Earwig is a Level 6 Songbirds Phonics book that focuses on the long vowel sound 'ear' as in 'near'. This phonics-rich story, written by Julia Donaldson, features beautifully...

Get insider knowledge to launch your career in publishing and the creative industries with this revised edition of How to Get A Job in Publishing. Written by industry experts, this guide provides...

Restoring Reason: A Framework for Evaluating Knowledge and Regaining Control in a World of Information Overload. In today's world, we're constantly bombarded with data from various sources, often...

Sl- is for Sleaze but Sn- is for Sneeze! explores the fascinating world of consonants and their hidden meanings in English. By examining sound symbolism behind clusters like sw-, gl-, and wh-, this...

Veronica Lawlor's personal account of the September 11, 2001 attacks is presented in both words and pictures.This unique reportage illustrates the events of that day, offering a first-hand...

The Ancient Art of Thinking for Yourself: The Power of Rhetoric in Polarized Times by Robin Reames. In today's polarised world, learning about the art of persuasion can be more important than ever...

Haki Kill Yoom 1: Situational Levantine Arabic is designed to help learners succeed in everyday communicative tasks. This first book in a series focuses on common situations such as transportation,...

Planning and building a career in print journalism can be challenging, but with the right guidance, it's achievable. This comprehensive handbook provides all the information you need to succeed in...

Constructions: A Construction Grammar Approach to Argument Structure by Adele E. Goldberg provides a comprehensive analysis of the relationship between grammatical constructions and the meaning of...

Understanding English Runes provides a comprehensive guide to the use, sound-values, and pronunciation of these ancient symbols. This book delves into their transliteration from epigraphy and...

Learn to read more efficiently and effectively with this practical guide. Speed Reading For Dummies provides tried-and-true techniques from The Reader's Edge program, helping you increase your...

The Chambers Adult Learners' Writing Guide is designed to help adults build confidence in their writing skills. With its clear and practical approach, this book provides a solid understanding of the...

YCT 标准教程•活动手册. 5This textbook is part of the YCT series and provides an activity manual for students learning Chinese as a foreign language.Published by Higher Education Press in 2018, it offers a...

Writing Sitcoms by John Byrne and Marcus Powell provides a step-by-step guide to developing and producing successful sitcoms. The authors break down the process into manageable chapters, covering...

Language, Migration and Social Inequalities: A Critical Sociolinguistic Perspective on Institutions and Work by Alexandre Duchêne, Melissa G. Moyer, and Celia Roberts explores how language addresses...

Tuttle Pocket Hindi Dictionary provides comprehensive coverage of contemporary Hindi vocabulary and phrases, including internet and social media terms. Designed specifically for English speakers...

Research Methods in Creative Writing offers a comprehensive guide to the modes and methods used by creative writers in their research. This invaluable resource is designed for university staff and...

Libraries and the Enlightenment explores how libraries played a crucial role in the development and dissemination of Enlightenment ideals. From the 17th century onwards, these institutions were...

Help Your Child Learn New Words with Fun and Games. This bilingual English Greek flashcard book is designed to help children learn new words through everyday conversations and interactions. With 600...

Dictionary of Informal Words: A Comprehensive Guide to Everyday Language. This book provides an in-depth exploration of informal words, which are commonly used in everyday conversation but often...

Project X: Alien Adventures: Lime: The Deadly CaveThe micro-friends are in danger as they try to escape from their pursuers. They take shelter in a cave, but will this be the right decision? Can they...

Inventing the Truth: A Master Class in Memoir Writing This collection offers a unique insight into the craft of memoir writing from nine distinguished authors. The process of turning memories and...

Speech to Print: Language Essentials for Teachers is a comprehensive guide to explicit, high-quality literacy instruction. Now in its third edition, this textbook has been fully updated with ten...

This collection of three classic stories from Chinese literature brings to life the adventures of Sun Wukong, one of China's most famous characters. The Rise of the Monkey King, Trouble in Heaven,...

The Secrets of Character Writing a Hero Anyone Will Love by Matt Bird is an insightful guide to creating relatable and compelling characters in fiction. Popular blogger, writing coach and...

The Long Journey of English: A Geographical History of the Language by Peter Trudgill English is one of the world's most widely spoken languages, with communities at opposite ends of the globe. Yet,...

The Great Eskimo Vocabulary Hoax and Other Irreverent Essays on the Study of Language by Geoffrey K. Pullum is a collection of essays that offer a fascinating look at language and linguistics.These...

The Life of Guy Fawkes, the Gunpowder Plot, and the Unlikely History of an Indispensable Word by Allan A. Metcalf In 17th-century England, saying "what a guy" would have been a phrase with a very...

Ruth Finnegan's authoritative account brings together research from various fields to present a comprehensive understanding of human communication. This multi-modal approach challenges traditional...

Applied Linguistics explores real-world language issues, balancing academic expertise with everyday experience. This introduction provides an overview of contemporary language use, covering topics...

Backwards and Forwards: A Technical Manual for Reading Plays by David Ball is a comprehensive guide to script analysis. First developed during Ball's work as literary director at the Guthrie Theater,...

Writing Well for Work and Pleasure: A Practical Guide to Producing Great Content. For effective communication in both personal and professional settings, writing well is essential. This comprehensive...

Organizational Semiotics: Multimodal Perspectives on Organization Studies brings together two distinct fields to form a new interdisciplinary approach. This edited volume explores how semiotics can...

English is a language of contradictions, with words and usages that have evolved over time to become accepted as standard. In "Bad English: A History of Linguistic Aggravation", Ammon Shea explores...

Valérie-Anne Bertin's Exercise Book Especially Made for Japanese Calligraphy provides a unique space to practice and improve your skills in this traditional art form.This exercise book is designed...

The Last Lingua Franca: The Rise and Fall of World Languages by Nicholas Ostler In the 21st century, it's easy to take English dominance for granted. However, this has happened before with other...

Mastering scene writing is key to crafting compelling fiction. This practical guide provides expert techniques for creating engaging scenes, from novel beginnings and endings to tense confrontations...

Introducing Phonetic Science provides a clear and practical introduction to phonetics, the study of speech. This textbook assumes no prior knowledge of the topic and introduces students to...

Teaching English in Africa: A Practical Guide for Teachers and Trainee Teachers. This guide is specifically designed for primary and secondary school teachers working across Africa. It provides a...

Extended Conceptual Metaphor Theory offers a fresh perspective on one of the most complex mental events in human cognition: metaphor. By updating an established theory, this book clarifies many of...

Writing in the Dark: The Workbook offers practical guidance for horror writers. This workbook provides exercises and examples to help you master key concepts such as monster creation, plotline...

Black Beauty is an autobiography of a horse that narrates his life story. He grows up with friends Ginger and Merrylegs before leaving home to become a working horse for various owners.The story...

Translation is all around us, yet often goes unseen until now. Found in Translation reveals the complex ways that translation shapes our world.The authors explore how translation affects everything...

The Language Myth: Why Language Is Not an Instinct By Vyvyan Evans Language is a fundamental part of our lives, and its nature has been debated by scientists for years. In this book, Vyvyan Evans...

Effective Communication for Success Julius Loewenstein's guide to public speaking offers practical strategies for improving your communication skills and achieving your goals. By mastering the art of...

Learn Hangul from Zero! Master Korea's Writing System with Confidence. Understanding Korean is just the beginning. To fully appreciate KPOP lyrics, watch KDRAMA without subtitles, or converse with...

Exploring the creative process behind Northern Irish poetic translations, this book considers how translators use stylistic variation to explore their own linguistic and cultural heritage. Helen...

The Modern Mandarin Chinese Grammar Workbook, third edition, is a comprehensive resource for language practice and reinforcement.Designed to facilitate exercise-based learning, this workbook provides...

Arivurai kathaigal is a rhythmic story that introduces children to colors through exuberantly colored artwork and favorite animals. This dual-language edition makes it accessible to all children who...

Thinking on Paper by V.A. Howard and J.H. Barton offers a fresh approach to writing, one that challenges traditional views on the relationship between thinking and writing. By exploring how our...

Significant Emotions examines how emotional signifiers have become prominent in public debate and the rhetoric surrounding social problems. Building on previous work, Ashley Frawley explores the...

Twice Upon a Time is a humorous novel that features three mysterious old women who bestow magic on two main characters, but things don't go as planned. This book is part of the Chucklers series,...

Project X Code: Control Eye to Eye is the latest installment in a popular series designed for struggling readers aged 6-11.In this exciting story, disaster strikes when a computer controlling a theme...

Glug, glug, glug ... What's below the plughole? A little boy is curious about where the water goes when it disappears down the drain. He wonders if there might be something unexpected lurking beneath...

Writing for children can be a rewarding and challenging task. To get started, it's essential to consider what makes a children's book successful and how to structure a plot that will engage young...

Explorers of the online marketplaces explores a pivotal phenomenon in modern intellectual history: the transformation of metaphor from a specialized concern to a central concept in human...

A refreshed edition of Solutions: Elementary, a five-level English course for teenagers, is now available. This updated version features 80% new content to engage students and support their learning...

For learners looking for an engaging way to improve their English skills, this book offers 10 easy stories that will help you laugh and cry. With its fun approach, it's no surprise that students who...

Spoken threats are a complex language crime that has been studied from various linguistic perspectives. However, there is limited research into how people perceive spoken threats and infer traits...

Introduce yourself to West Indian culture with this engaging reader's book. Written by J.O. Cutteridge, it is part of an established series designed for learners of English.This book provides a...

In today's information age, it's increasingly difficult to know what's true and what's not. News and How to Use It offers guidance on how to navigate this complex landscape.The book provides a...

Discover how English has spread across the globe, shaping languages, cultures and societies in diverse regions. This introduction to world Englishes explores varieties used in America, the Caribbean,...

Discover the world of reverse harem romance and learn how to write your own bestselling novel. Steff Green, a six-figure bestselling author in this genre, shares her expertise in this comprehensive...

The Italian Frequency Dictionary - Master Vocabulary 7501-10000 Most Common Italian Words is the fourth and final book in this comprehensive series. Designed for advanced learners who have achieved...

Goldilocks and the Three Bears is a traditional tale about an uninvited guest who discovers a surprise when she wakes up in the bears' house. This story has been sensitively reworked to enable your...

West Greenlandic: A Comprehensive Grammar provides a thorough overview of contemporary West Greenlandic. This systematic guide covers topics such as phonology, morphology, syntax, and word formation,...

Language in Britain and Ireland brings together cutting-edge information about the major varieties of language used across the region today. This third edition covers topics such as the history of...

Oxford Reading Tree: Stage 3: Floppy's Phonics Fiction: Toads in the Road is a engaging decodable story that helps pupils practice their phonics skills with the help of their favourite characters...

English for Academic Purposes: An Advanced Resource Book provides a comprehensive introduction to the major theories, approaches and controversies in the field of Applied Linguistics. This book...

The Zettelkasten method harnesses technology to boost creativity and remember what you read. Invented in the 16th century, this approach has gained popularity among writers who use digital tools to...

This proven method helps you speak English without needing to learn all the grammar rules and memorize long lists of vocabulary words. By following this approach, your ability to speak will increase,...

Inglés Para Dummies is your comprehensive guide to learning English at your own pace. With clear explanations of grammar, usage, slang and more, this book makes studying easy and accessible.Practice...

Project X Code: Control Codes Countdown is the latest adventure in the Micro World series. When the computer that controls the park and the robots inside goes wrong, Team X must work together to stop...

Child Language: A Resource Book for Students provides an accessible overview of language acquisition in children. This comprehensive resource introduces key theories and concerns, such as innateness...

The World of Kanji offers a logical and entertaining solution to learning Japanese kanji. By exploring the real etymologies behind 2136 Chinese characters, you can acquire the knowledge necessary to...

Message in an X-Bot is the first book in Project X Origins, a guided reading programme designed to support children at every stage of their reading development. When Max discovers a strange robot...

How we speak and sing shapes who we are. A person's voice is closely tied to their identity, influencing how others perceive them. This book explores the full range of human voice, from vocal anatomy...

Writing an Applied Linguistics Thesis or Dissertation: A Guide to Presenting Empirical Research by John Bitchener provides a comprehensive step-by-step guide for students writing up empirical...

Songbirds Phonics Pen Fun is a fun and interactive way to practice phonics skills. Written by Julia Donaldson, this book features beautifully illustrated stories that are highly decodable, making it...

The Orator's Education: A Comprehensive Training in Rhetoric This influential work by Quintilian offers a comprehensive training program in twelve books, drawing on his own rich experience as a...

The Deluxe Transitive Vampire: A Handbook of Grammar for the Innocent, the Eager, and the Doomed by Karen Elizabeth Gordon is a witty guide to English usage that will have you eager to put its...

A comprehensive theoretical framework for studying video games, this volume presents the ludonarrative model as a key approach to understanding the player experience.By focusing on empirical study,...

The Kanji Code: A Systematic Approach to Learning Japanese Characters. Memorising kanji readings is one of the biggest hurdles when learning Japanese. This book offers a systematic method for...

Understanding how children acquire language is a complex and fascinating process. This book provides an overview of the language acquisition process, as well as the innovative research methods used...

An introduction to the sounds of English is provided in this textbook, which covers the main units and concepts for describing speech sounds accurately. By working through the exercises included, you...

The Foundations of Bilingual Education and Bilingualism is a comprehensive textbook that provides an accessible introduction to bilingualism and bilingual education in today's diverse world. Written...

The Classic Guide to Better Writing offers practical advice and step-by-step techniques for improving your writing skills. This comprehensive guide covers essential topics such as organizing...

The Oxford Reading Tree: Stage 4: More Stories A: The Camcorder is part of a popular series designed to support children's language comprehension and decoding skills. This story provides a rich...

Our memories are mysterious things. One moment we might recall a lengthy poem or the exact street address of a restaurant from our childhood, while the next we struggle to remember where we've put...

The Grammar Matters Too Student Book provides clear and simple explanations to help you grasp fundamental grammar principles. With real-world examples, humour, peer and self-assessment, and...

Improve your English skills in just a few minutes a day with 50 engaging activities. This practical book is designed for high-beginner to intermediate adult and young-adult learners, offering a range...

Starting and keeping a journal can be a powerful tool for creative expression and personal growth. This practical guide provides a unique approach to transforming your journal into a larger work,...

This updated edition of Morphology brings together a wide range of perspectives on the subject, from ancient grammarians to contemporary linguists. Peter Matthews's eclectic approach explores the...

Oxford Reading Tree: Stage 1+ Floppy's Phonics Fiction: Hats is a set of six engaging stories designed to help pupils practice their phonics skills. Written by Roderick Hunt and illustrated by Alex...