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The Writer's Guide to Agony and Defeat: 43 Worst Moments in the Writing Life and How to Get Over Them by Jennie Nash. Writing can be a brutal business, filled with moments of intense self-doubt,...

This 44-page illustrated booklet provides an overview of the major news stories from 1967, covering topics such as pop culture, politics, technology, and conflict. It includes accounts of significant...

Developing a practical disaster preparedness plan for your family is essential in today's world. This comprehensive handbook provides step-by-step instructions to help you create a plan that covers...

Discover your Jewish heritage and uncover the stories of your ancestors with From Generation to Generation. This comprehensive guide has inspired thousands to explore their family history and...

Perfumery Training the Nose is a comprehensive reference work that outlines the method of training a 'nose' by renowned perfumer Jean Carles. This unique guide, featuring the famous 'charts',...

Dictionary of Catch Phrases by Eric Partridge and Paul Beale provides an in-depth exploration of popular phrases, tracing their origins and meanings. This comprehensive reference guide covers a wide...

Hearts & Minds 2 is a valuable resource manual designed to encourage participants in interactive exercises, mini-case studies and role play to address key issues such as discrimination, prejudice and...

Turn Your Screenplay Into a Novel and Make Hollywood Come to You: A Practical Guide for Converting Your Script into a Marketable Novel. If you have a screenplay that you're passionate about, but want...

Discover hundreds of pre-1841 name lists from across the British Isles, including censuses, poll lists, national surveys, tax lists and parish enumerations. Colin Chapman's comprehensive guide...

A comprehensive guide to medical terminology in English and Spanish, ideal for bilingual individuals looking to specialize in medical translation and interpretation. This dictionary provides a...

Deep Point of View by Marcy Kennedy helps you create an immersive reading experience for your characters. By placing readers inside your characters' minds, you can build a stronger emotional...

National Geographic New Zealand Executive Map provides an in-depth look at this island nation. The map showcases the subtropical North Island and glacial carved valleys of Fiordland on the South...

Cold Times: A Practical Guide to Surviving the Mini Ice AgeThis comprehensive guidebook covers essential topics for preparing for and surviving the coming cold climate, including choosing a suitable...

The Writers' Handbook 2019 provides a comprehensive guide for aspiring writers, featuring over 1,300 listings of literary agents, publishers, and magazines. Updated in firstwriter.com's databases...

A collection of insightful and humorous quotations from renowned physicist Richard P. Feynman. Carefully selected by his daughter Michelle Feynman, these passages showcase Feynman's unique blend of...

Descriptive Words for Writers: People provides writers with a comprehensive vocabulary to create engaging descriptions. This reference book offers a range of descriptors covering visual, auditory,...

Stuck in your PhD? Feeling overwhelmed by the tasks ahead and unsure how to make progress. You're not alone - many students struggle with this stage of their research. With the help of this practical...

Lend Me Your Ears: A Collection of Great Speeches in History A comprehensive anthology of outstanding oratory, featuring over 200 memorable moments from history's most influential speakers. This...

The Speeches of President Dwight D. Eisenhower is a collection of the President's most important addresses, including his inaugural speeches and the 1953 Atoms for Peace speech.This curated selection...

The Journal of Belarusian Studies 2015 A collection of scholarly articles and essays exploring the history of the Belarusian-Polish-Lithuanian borderland from the 19th century to the inter-war period...

The Journal of Belarusian Studies 2016 is a scholarly publication that explores various aspects of Belarusian culture and society. It features articles on literature, linguistics, foreign relations,...

Get a solid grasp of research ethics with this concise guide. Cheryl Poth presents key concepts in an interactive and accessible format.Learn how to identify ethical considerations, protect subject...

This beautifully designed gift book is filled with congratulatory quotes and affirmations to help celebrate success in all its forms. It's time to acknowledge your achievements and bask in the pride...

Tracing Your Caribbean Ancestors: A National Archives Guide provides a comprehensive guide for researching your family history in the Caribbean region. The National Archives holds records for...

The Chopra Centre Herbal Handbook by Deepak Chopra and David Simon is a comprehensive reference guide to forty essential herbs used in Ayurveda. This practical handbook explains how to use these...

Get the most out of your HubPages projects with this expert guide to search engine optimization techniques and strategies. Patti Markow shares her knowledge on how to write SEO articles and use...

Daily lessons to refresh your mind and broaden your horizons. This comprehensive collection of 365 short passages covers seven fields of knowledge: history, literature, philosophy, mathematics and...

Record-setting Jeopardy! champion and author Ken Jennings explores the truth behind common parental warnings. He examines case histories, scientific findings, and experiments to debunk myths such as...

The 2022 Writers' Handbook provides comprehensive listings for literary agents, book publishers, and magazines. With over 2,500 revised and updated entries from the previous edition, plus 400 new...

A treasure trove of profound insights and inspiring quotations, Ageless Wisdom is a rich collection of 600 pages featuring thousands of quotes from a diverse selection of the world's greatest minds...

The Devil: Perceptions of Evil from Antiquity to Primitive Christianity by Jeffrey Burton Russell explores the concept of evil and its personification in various cultures and historical periods. This...

The Oxford Companion to Charles Dickens Anniversary Edition is a comprehensive reference work that celebrates the life and works of one of Britain's greatest writers. This reissued edition draws...

Reflect and strengthen your faith with this thoughtful prayer journal. Take time amidst your daily tasks to write to God, sharing your thoughts, dreams, and requests. As you review your entries...

A comprehensive and authoritative dictionary that perfectly embodies Penguin's worldwide reputation for authority and accessibility. Compiled by Britain's foremost lexicographers, this paperback is...

Create your own unique wedding celebration with inspiration from The Knot Yours Truly. This comprehensive guide helps you envision and personalize every aspect of your special day, from venue to...

James N. Frey's How to Write a Damn Good Novel, II offers powerful advanced techniques for building suspense, creating more interesting characters, and achieving greater reader sympathy and...

Webster's Rhyming Dictionary brings together words with a common sound in a unique and fascinating way. Explore over 40,000 words arranged by rhyming sounds to discover connections between seemingly...

The Theory of Garment-Pattern Making is a comprehensive textbook that provides a thorough understanding of garment-pattern making for clothing designers, teachers of clothing technology, and senior...

Good manners never go out of style in an ever-changing world. This guide helps you develop essential skills and tips to navigate various aspects of life as you grow into manhood. You'll learn how to...

Vaping Home Brewers Volume 1 by Damien Smy is a comprehensive guide to mixing your own e-juice at home. With a wide range of recipes and instructions, this book provides a convenient reference for...

The OSHA 30-Hour Construction Student Workbook provides comprehensive materials for students completing the OSHA Outreach Training Program's 30-Hour Construction course. This compilation includes the...

Survive 2012: A Handbook for Doomsday Preppers is a practical guide to preparing for global catastrophes. Robert Bast draws on his expertise as founder of Survive2012.com and 2012Forum.com to provide...

Guidelines for the Leader and the Commander is a comprehensive guide to leadership and training principles. Written by Gen. Bruce C. Clarke, this book offers a wide-ranging collection of maxims and...

Treasures from the Map Room: A Journey through the Bodleian Collections by Debbie Hall. Discover seventy-five extraordinary examples of maps from one of the world's largest and oldest collections,...

The MacLeods by Hamish Macleod and Kenneth Laird is a historical account of a Scottish family's experiences during World War II. Set against the backdrop of one of Britain's most tumultuous periods,...

Stephen Harrod Buhner's comprehensive guide to nonfiction as an art form explores how this genre can take on the same power and luminosity as great fiction. By developing processes to induce the...

The History Of The Tweedie, Or Tweedy, Family; A Record Of Scottish Lowland Life & Character is a significant contribution to literature that has been valued by scholars for its historical and...

The California Field Atlas is a lavishly illustrated compendium that takes readers off the beaten path and reveals the multifaceted array of living systems in California. Based on decades of...

The Complete & Independent Guide to the Eurovision Song Contest 2019 provides an in-depth analysis of the 63rd edition of the contest held in Tel Aviv, Israel. This comprehensive guide includes...

A history of the world in 60,000 years, picked and roasted to perfection. Mental_floss has gathered little-known stories and outrageous-but accurate-facts to create an entertaining romp through human...

Scottish Heraldry: A Comprehensive Guide to History and Practice. This standard reference work provides in-depth details on all aspects of Scottish heraldry, covering its history, science, and...

This comprehensive guide to 1870s fashion and sewing offers practical advice from the era's leading writers. Compiled from various magazines and periodicals, "The Art of the Mantua-Maker: 1870 - 1879...

Discover how massage can transform your horse's health and performance with Equine Muscle Magic. This user-friendly guide provides step-by-step instructions for equine massage, helping you build a...

Anglais is a comprehensive picture dictionary that provides unparalleled support for vocabulary teaching. With 4,000 English words and phrases presented in meaningful, real-life contexts within 12...

Audrey Hepburn was more than just an iconic screen presence - she was a woman who embodied strength and elegance. This style biography uncovers the details that contributed to her enduring appeal,...

For property owners looking to monetise their homes through short-term rentals, this comprehensive guide provides a solid foundation for success.Written by an expert in the hospitality industry, this...

Discover the fascinating world of books and publishing in Claire Cock-Starkey's The Book Lovers' Miscellany. This engaging guide delves into the history of paper, binding, printing, and dust jackets,...

Textiles are at the heart of our daily lives and the world's largest industries. In recent years, there has been a significant shift in attitudes towards textiles, driven by technological...

Extreme Weather: A Guide to Surviving Flash Floods, Tornadoes, Hurricanes, Heat Waves, Snowstorms, Tsunamis and Other Natural DisastersThis comprehensive guide provides essential information on how...

The classification of knowledge has been a central theme in Islamic scholarship for centuries. This study explores the ideas of three influential thinkers: al-Farabi, al-Ghazzali, and Qutb al-Din...

The Origins of the Clan Craig and Their Place in History by Iain Gray Discover the rich heritage of the Craigs, a name with roots in Scotland's northeast. The story begins with the Picts, a warrior...

Circus Alphabets: 100 Complete Fonts is an impressive collection of typefaces that evoke the attention-grabbing print styles of turn-of-the-century posters and broadsides. This extensive set features...

Planning your dream wedding just got a whole lot easier. This compact handbook is packed with practical tips and advice to help you navigate every aspect of your special day.From setting a budget to...

Writing True Stories: A Practical Guide to Writing Autobiography, Memoir, Personal Essay, Biography, Travel and Creative Non-Fiction by Patti Miller provides expert guidance on accessing memories,...

Writing Without a Parachute: The Art of Freefall by Barbara Turner-Vesselago offers a unique approach to writing that encourages creativity and vulnerability. For over 30 years, Turner-Vesselago has...

Planning Your Dream Wedding Just Got Easier This comprehensive guide is here to help you plan your special day with confidence. From choosing the right dress to navigating legal requirements, Alison...

Learn how to be prepared for the unexpected with Survivalist Sam's fun and interactive guide to the Four B's of prepping.The Four B's - Beans, Bullets, Bandages, and Barter items - are essential...

Newcastle United Day by Day Bumper Book of Historical Facts and Trivia for Every Day of the Year A comprehensive collection of facts and trivia about Newcastle United, covering both triumphs and...

Discover how to find what you're looking for quickly and efficiently with this expert guide. Master researcher Don MacLeod shares his knowledge on how to tap into Google's power, uncover hidden...

Survival Theory: A Preparedness Guide by Jonathan Hollerman is a comprehensive resource for those seeking to develop a plan for survival in the face of societal collapse. The author presents evidence...

Infantry Small-Unit Mountain Operations ATTP 3-21.50 provides guidance for company-sized units and below on conducting operations in high-altitude, rapidly changing climatic conditions, and rugged...

Newcastle United Day by Day is a unique and engaging reference book that celebrates the history and heritage of one of England's most beloved football clubs. From thrilling victories to...

Words of wit and wisdom from the Star Trek universe have been collected in this volume. Quotable Star Trek brings together insightful quotes from various television shows and movies, offering a...

From Notes to Narrative offers practical guidance for writing ethnographies that are accessible to a broad audience. Despite its growing popularity, the ethnographic method often requires writers to...

Super Structure: The Key to Unleashing the Power of Story by James Scott BellThis comprehensive guide represents over two decades of research into what makes a novel or screenplay engaging and...

The Writers' Handbook 2016 provides an extensive directory of literary agents, book publishers, and magazines, with over 1,400 listings. This edition includes revised and updated entries from the...

Kinfolk Volume 28 explores the multifaceted significance of hair in our lives. This issue delves into its cultural, political and spiritual importance, as well as its intimate rituals and rich...

This collection of quotes features the insightful writings of Bertrand Russell. Spanning over 37 pages, it offers a unique glimpse into his thoughts on various subjects.Compiled from hours of...

The Penguin Concise Thesaurus offers a vast selection of synonyms for everyday and more unusual words. Arranged in an easy-to-use A-Z form, this comprehensive dictionary provides simple and clear...

Reduce your plastic footprint with 100 easy solutions. Global plastic usage has grown exponentially over the last century, with devastating impacts on the planet. This book offers practical ways to...

The Nobel Prizes that Changed Medicine explores the pivotal discoveries in medical science that have transformed our understanding and treatment of diseases. From the discovery of insulin to the...

The Complete Fawlty Towers is the unexpurgated scripts of one of the most celebrated comedy series ever. For the first time published in its entirety, this collection includes illustrations and will...

Manners Can Be Fun by Munro Leaf is a timeless guide to good conduct for children. Through engaging stick figure drawings and clear text, Leaf explains why being polite and considerate is essential...

QI: the Third Book of General Ignorance gathers 180 questions from the popular BBC TV programme's 'General Ignorance' round. These new and previously featured questions showcase just how little we...

Getting your dream job in the arts can be challenging. This practical guide explores the world of museums and galleries, focusing on contemporary issues and current options for employment in this...

The Census of the Turtle Mountain Reservation, Belcourt, North Dakota Taken by J. E. Balmer on 1 Jan 1937 is an alphabetical listing of Full blood and Metis or Mixed blood members of the Turtle...

Doing Good Qualitative Research provides a comprehensive introduction to using qualitative methods across the social sciences. Over 40 experts share their expertise on conducting qualitative...

Futility Closet: An Idler's Miscellany of Compendious AmusementsThis collection brings together some of the most intriguing curiosities from nearly two decades of the popular website Futility Closet...

Seed Volume 1 explores the core values and philosophies at the heart of Seed magazine, a publication dedicated to inspiring readers to live more sustainably, mindfully, and consciously. This launch...

Mrs. Beeton's Cookery Book and Household Guide is a comprehensive guide to domestic life in 19th-century Britain. Written by Isabella Mary Beeton, this influential work was first published in 1861...

Tracing Ancestors in Barbados: A Practical Guide provides comprehensive guidance for researching family history in Barbados. Based on the author's experience as a researcher, this guide helps both...

A thoughtful gift for retirement celebrations, this guest book is designed to capture well wishes and memories from guests. With 50 pages of space to write messages, it makes a lovely keepsake for...

For those interested in preserving and displaying natural history specimens, this comprehensive guide provides all the necessary skills to achieve successful taxidermy and tanning projects. With...

Zotero for Genealogy Harnessing the Power of Your Research by Donna Cox Baker is a comprehensive guide to getting the most out of this powerful citation manager. With Zotero, genealogists can...

Lightning often strikes twice, but many of us still believe other misconceptions about science. This book sets out to debunk fifty of the most popular myths in science, exploring what we get wrong...

The Complete Best Man by John Bowden provides guidance for those appointed as the best man at a wedding. This handbook covers various aspects of being a successful best man, including preparing for...

This guidebook provides practical advice for managing spatial data in transit agencies, helping to overcome common challenges and ensure effective use of geographic information systems (GIS) and...

Literally, the Best Language Book Ever: Annoying Words and Abused Phrases You Should Never Use AgainThis highly opinionated guide to better communication attacks common language miscues with a...

Publish Your Book on online marketplaces for Free How to Self-Publish Without Paying a Dime by Eddie Snipes. The traditional publishing route is no longer the only way to get your work into print...

The Geneva Convention POW Handbook provides a comprehensive guide to the treatment of prisoners of war. Written by James "Doc" Crabtree, this handbook is based on the Geneva Conventions Relative to...