Our review of : Comma

In Save the Cat! Writes a Novel, Jessica Brody provides everything you need to know about crafting a novel, from creating memorable characters and building tension to developing themes and plotting your story. Drawing on her years of experience as an author and teacher, Brody lays out the basics in an easy-to-follow step-by-step guide that [...]

In “Body Work: The Radical Power of Personal Narrative,” Melissa Febos explores the therapeutic power of storytelling. Drawing on her own experiences as well as interviews with therapists and clients, Febos shows how telling our stories can help us understand ourselves and others better, make meaningful connections, cope with traumatic events, and build lasting relationships. [...]

This book is all about helping you change your mindset and develop better habits so that you can overcome Procrastination. It will teach you how to identify the mental models that are holding you back, as well as teaching problem solving techniques to help take control of your time management skills. Finally, it provides guidance [...]

This harrowing, yet sensitive, account of the Columbine High School massacre is written by journalist Dave Cullen. It offers readers a detailed and intimate look at what happened on April 20th, 1999 – when two students went on a rampage killing thirteen people before taking their own lives. Insightful and informative, this book provides an [...]

In A Swim in a Pond in the Rain, four Russian authors give a master class on writing, reading, and living. From stories of their own lives to thoughts on what makes great literature resonate with readers, these writers provide valuable insights into the creative process. The result is an engaging and informative exploration of [...]

This book is about how to love your children effectively. Gary Chapman outlines five different “love languages” that children may respond to, which are words of affirmation, quality time, receiving gifts, acts of service and physical touch. He explains how parents can learn what their child’s love language is and then adapt their parenting style [...]

This book challenges the conventional wisdom about journalism and its role in our society. Author James O’Keefe argues that we need to rethink how we approach news and information in the 21st century. He offers a new model for journalistic practice, which he calls “muckraking.” This approach is designed to hold powerful institutions accountable and [...]

In Culturally Responsive Teaching and the Brain, Zaretta Hammond offers a powerful new framework for culturally responsive teaching (CRT) that is firmly grounded in neuroscience. Drawing on evidence from brain research, she provides teachers with concrete strategies they can use to ensure that all students are authentically engaged in learning and achieving rigorous academic goals. [...]

This book provides an in-depth look at attention deficit disorder (ADD) from childhood to adulthood. It offers strategies for recognizing and coping with ADD, as well as advice on how to get the most out of treatment. For who is this book for ? This book is for people who have Attention Deficit Disorder. It [...]

Are you obsessed with your favorite celebrity, sports team or political movement? If so, you may be engaging in cultish behavior—and you’re not alone. In Cultish: The Language of Fanaticism, Amanda Montell provides an enlightening exploration of the psychological phenomena that drive fanaticism and its effects on our daily lives. Drawing on her own experiences [...]

This book is designed for people who want to learn Spanish quickly and easily. It offers a step-by-step approach, with concise instructions and plenty of practice exercises. Topics covered include basics such as pronunciation and grammar, as well as more advanced concepts like verb tenses and idiomatic expressions. For who is this book for ? [...]

This book is about how to use the power of storytelling to engage, teach, persuade and change your life. Author Matt Dicks draws on his own experiences as a teacher and storyteller to provide guidance for using stories in everyday life. He offers advice on finding and telling your personal story, engaging an audience, teaching [...]