Don't Sleep, There Are Snakes
Life and Language in the Amazonian Jungle
Written by Daniel L. Everett

Format: Trade Paperback, 320 pages
On Sale: November 3, 2009
Price: $16.00

A riveting account of the astonishing experiences and discoveries made by linguist Daniel Everett while he lived with the Pirahã, a small tribe of Amazonian Indians in central Brazil. Daniel Everett arrived among the Pirahã with his wife and three young children hoping to convert the tribe to Christianity. Everett quickly became... Read more >

In the Land of Invented Languages
Adventures in Linguistic Creativity, Madness, and Genius
Written by Arika Okrent

Format: Trade Paperback, 352 pages
On Sale: May 11, 2010
Price: $16.00

Here is the captivating story of humankind’s enduring quest to build a better language—and overcome the curse of Babel. Just about everyone has heard of Esperanto, which was nothing less than one man’s attempt to bring about world peace by means of linguistic solidarity. And every Star Trek fan knows about... Read more >

On an Irish Island
The Lost World of the Great Blasket
Written by Robert Kanigel

Format: Trade Paperback, 336 pages
On Sale: February 26, 2013
Price: $16.00

On an Irish Island tells the remarkable story of a remote outpost nearly untouched by time in the first half of the twentieth century, and of the adventurous men and women who visited and were inspired by it.

In a love letter to a vanished way of life, Robert Kanigel brings to...

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First Grade Reading Roundup (Sylvan Fun on the Run Series)

Written by Sylvan Learning

Format: Trade Paperback, 32 pages
On Sale: May 8, 2012
Price: $3.99

Have fun improving reading skills with Sylvan's proven techniques for success!

First Grade Reading Roundup helps children improve their reading skills through engaging games and activities. Packed with colorful pictures and quick, fun exercises, this book will help students learn and practice while they:

·  Put words together to make bigger words—like "cup" and... Read more >

The Great Typo Hunt
Two Friends Changing the World, One Correction at a Time
Written by Jeff Deck and Benjamin D. Herson

Format: Trade Paperback, 288 pages
On Sale: October 4, 2011
Price: $14.00

The signs of the times are missing apostrophes.
 
The world needed a hero, but how would an editor with no off-switch answer the call? For Jeff Deck, the writing was literally on the wall: “NO TRESSPASSING.” In that moment, his greater purpose became clear.  Dark hordes of typos had descended upon civilization&hellip... Read more >

Complete Writer's Guide to Heroes and Heroines
Sixteen Master Archetypes
Written by Tami D. Cowden, Caro Lafever and Sue Viders

Format: eBook, 216 pages
On Sale: May 19, 2010
Price: $14.99

All fiction writers want to write stories with great heroes and heroines--characters who leap off the page and capture the reader's imagination. Read more >

How to Speak Like a Pro

Written by Leon Fletcher

Format: Trade Paperback, 256 pages
On Sale: September 29, 1996
Price: $16.00

This book contains step-by-step strategies to help you develop both the confidence and skills necessary to become a good speaker, and features a handy "checklist" at teh end of each chapter.


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You Are What You Speak
Grammar Grouches, Language Laws, and the Politics of Identity
Written by Robert Lane Greene

Format: Hardcover, 336 pages
On Sale: March 8, 2011
Price: $25.00

"An insightful, accessible examination of the way in which day-to-day speech is tangled in a complicated web of history, politics, race, economics and power." - Kirkus


What is it about other people’s language that moves some of us to anxiety or even rage? For centuries, sticklers the world over have donned the... Read more >

Living Language Chinese, Essential Edition
Beginner course, including coursebook, 3 audio CDs, Chinese character guide, and free onine learning
Written by Living Language

Format: Package, 256 pages
On Sale: October 18, 2011
Price: $22.99

The Essential package is a unique multimedia introduction to French.
 
At the core of Essential Chinese is the Living Language Method™, based on linguistic science, proven techniques, and over 65 years of experience. Our method teaches you the whole language, so you can express yourself, not just recite memorized words... Read more >

The Artist's Guide to Grant Writing
How to Find Funds and Write Foolproof Proposals for the Visual, Literary, and Performing Artist
Written by Gigi Rosenberg

Format: Trade Paperback, 224 pages
On Sale: December 14, 2010
Price: $16.99

The Artist’s Guide to Grant Writing is designed to transform readers from starving artists fumbling to get by into working artists who confidently tap into all the resources at their disposal. Written in an engaging and down-to-earth tone, this comprehensive guide includes time-tested strategies, anecdotes from successful grant writers, and tips... Read more >