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Literary analysis for English Literature for the IB Diploma: Skills for Success
By Angela Stancar Johnson, Carolyn P. Henly. 2019
Build confidence in a range of key literary analysis techniques and skills with this practical companion, full of advice and…
guidance from experienced experts.- Build analysis techniques and skills through a range of strategies, serving as a useful companion throughout the course - from critical-thinking, referencing and citation and the development of a line of inquiry to reflecting on the writing process and constructing essays for Paper 1 and Paper 2- Develop skills in how to approach a text using literary analysis strategies and critical theory, for both unseen literary texts (the basis of Paper 1) and texts studied in class - Learn how to engage with texts so that you can write convincingly and passionately about literature through active reading, note-taking, asking questions, and developing a personal response to texts- Concise, clear explanations help students navigate the IB requirements, including advice on assessment objectives and how literary analysis weaves through Paper 1, Paper 2, the HL Essay, Individual Oral and the Learner Profile- Engaging activities are provided to test understanding of each topic and develop skills for the exam - guiding answers are available to check responsesCambridge IGCSE and O Level Geography Study and Revision Guide revised edition
By Garrett Nagle, Paul Guinness. 2019
Send students into their exam with the confidence to achieve their maximum potential using step-by-step guidance that helps to practise…
skills learned and improve exam technique.- Avoid common misconceptions with frequent mistakes highlighted throughout - Build students' skills constructing and writing answers with a range of practice and exam-style questions- Easily identify areas for improvement with the answers in the back of the book- Help students target their revision and focus on important concepts and skills with key objectives at the beginning of every chapter- Ensure that students maximise their time in the exam with examiner's tips and suggestions on how to approach questions- Contextualise knowledge with authentic case studiesThis Study and Revision Guide has been updated for the latest syllabus for examination from 2020. This title has not been through the Cambridge Assessment International Education endorsement process.Available in this series:Student Textbook Third edition (ISBN 9781510421363)Student eTextbook (ISBN 9781510420359) Whiteboard eTextbook (ISBN 9781510420366) Workbook (ISBN 9781510421387)Online Teacher's Guide (ISBN 9781510424166)Study and Revision Guide (ISBN 9781510421394)Cambridge IGCSE and O Level Economics Study and Revision Guide 2nd edition
By Paul Hoang. 2019
Send students into their exam with the confidence to achieve their maximum potential using step-by-step guidance that helps to practise…
skills learned and improve exam technique.- Avoid common misconceptions with frequent mistakes highlighted throughout - Build students' skills constructing and writing answers with a range of practice and exam-style questions- Easily identify areas for improvement with the answers in the back of the book - Help students target their revision and focus on important concepts and skills with key objectives at the beginning of every chapter- Ensure that students maximise their time in the exam by including examiner's tips and suggestions on how to approach questionsThis Study and Revision Guide has been updated for the latest syllabus for examination from 2020. This title has not been through the Cambridge Assessment International Education endorsement process.Available in this series:Student Textbook Second edition (ISBN 9781510421271)Student eTextbook (ISBN 9781510420212)Whiteboard eTextbook (ISBN 9781510420229) Workbook (ISBN 9781510421288)Online Teacher's Guide (ISBN 9781510424135)Study and Revision Guide (ISBN 9781510421295)Cambridge IGCSE and O Level Business Studies Study and Revision Guide 3rd edition
By Karen Borrington, Peter Stimpson. 2019
Send students into their exam with the confidence to achieve their maximum potential using step-by-step guidance that helps to practise…
skills learned and improve exam technique.- Avoid common misconceptions with frequent mistakes highlighted throughout - Build students' skills constructing and writing answers with a range of practice and exam-style questions- Easily identify areas for improvement with the answers in the back of the book- Help students target their revision and focus on important concepts and skills with key objectives at the beginning of every chapter- Ensure that students maximise their time in the exam with examiner's tips and suggestions on how to approach questions- Contextualise knowledge with authentic case studiesThis Study and Revision Guide has been updated for the latest syllabus for examination from 2020. This title has not been through the Cambridge Assessment International Education endorsement process.Also available in the seriesStudent Textbook Fifth edition (ISBN 9781510421233) Student eTextbook (ISBN 9781510420106) Whiteboard eTextbook (ISBN 9781510420113) Workbook (ISBN 9781510421257)Online Teacher's Guide (ISBN 9781510424128)How to write a Book Proposal, 4th Edition
By Michael Larsen. 2011
The Source for Book Proposals Success!How to Write a Book Proposal is THE resource for getting your work published. This…
newly revised edition of the Writer's Digest Books classic outlines how to create an effective, nonfiction book proposal in a clear, step-by-step manner. You'll learn the keys to a successful book proposal and how to:Test-market the potential of a book idea and effectively communicate that potential in a proposalChoose the best agents and editors for a particular proposalCreate a professional-looking proposal packagePredispose publishers to make their best offerNotes agent and author Michael Larsen also provides insider insights into the publishing industry as well as a plethora of newly updated information including:Recent changes in the publishing industryUpdated trend informationNew sample proposalsExpanded instructions for creating outlinesYou'll also find complete guidelines to becoming an effective self-promoter. How to Write a Book Proposal is a must-have for every writer!Story Structure Architect: A Writer's Guide to Building Dramatic Situations and Compelling Characters
By Victoria Lynn Schmidt. 2005
Build a Timeless, Original Story Using Hundreds of Classic Story Motifs! It's been said that there are no new ideas;…
but there are proven ideas that have worked again and again for all writers for hundreds of years. Story Structure Architectis your comprehensive reference to the classic recurring story structures used by every great author throughout the ages. You'll find master models for characters, plots, and complication motifs, along with guidelines for combining them to create unique short stories, novels, scripts, or plays. You'll also learn how to: Build compelling stories that don't get bogged down in the middle Select character journeys and create conflicts Devise subplots and plan dramatic situations Develop the supporting characters you need to make your story work Especially featured are the standard dramatic situations inspire by Georges Polti's well-known 19th century work,The Thirty-Six Dramatic Situations. But author Victoria Schmidt puts a 21st-century spin on these timeless classics and offers fifty-five situations to inspire your creativity and allow you even more writing freedom. Story Structure Architectwill give you the mold and then help you break it. This browsable and interactive book offers everything you need to craft a complete, original, and satisfying story sure to keep readers hooked!2009 Writer's Market Articles (Market #2009)
By Robert Brewer. 2008
For 88 years, Writer's Market has given fiction and nonfiction writers the information they need to sell their workfrom completely…
up-to-date listings to exclusive interviews with successful writers. The 2009 edition provides all this and more with over 3,500 listings for book publishers, magazines and literary agents, in addition to a completely updated freelance rate chart. In addition to the thousands of market listings, you'll find up-to-date information on becoming a successful freelancer covering everything from writing query letters to launching a freelance business, and more.2009 Writer's Market Listings (Market #2009)
By Robert Brewer. 2008
For 88 years, Writer's Market has given fiction and nonfiction writers the information they need to sell their workfrom completely…
up-to-date listings to exclusive interviews with successful writers. The 2009 edition provides all this and more with over 3,500 listings for book publishers, magazines and literary agents, in addition to a completely updated freelance rate chart. In addition to the thousands of market listings, you'll find up-to-date information on becoming a successful freelancer covering everything from writing query letters to launching a freelance business, and more.2009 Poet's Market® (Market)
By Writer'S Digest Books. 2008
2009 Poet's Market gives readers all the information necessary to research markets and submit poetry for publication. In addition to…
market listings, poets will find guidance for preparing and submitting manuscripts, identifying markets, relating to editors, and more. Plus, the book includes additional listings for conferences, workshops, organizations for poets, print and online resources, and the latest trends in poetry writing and publishing.2009 Poet's Market - Listings (Market)
By Editors of Writers Digest Books. 2008
2009 Poet's Market will give you all the information necessary to research markets and submit your poetry for publication. In…
addition to market listings, you'll find guidance for preparing and submitting manuscripts, identifying markets, relating to editors, and more. Plus, the book includes additional listings for conferences, workshops, organizations for poets, print and online resources, and the latest trends in poetry writing and publishing.2009 Novel & Short Story Writer's Market - Listings (Market)
By Editors of Writers Digest Books. 2008
For 28 years, Novel & Short Story Writer's Market has been the only resource of its kind exclusively for fiction…
writers. Covering all genres from romance to mystery to horror and more, this resource helps you prepare your submissions and sell your work. This must-have guide includes listings for over 1,300 book publishers, magazines, literary agents, writing contests and conferences, each containing current contact information, editorial needs, schedules and guidelines that save you time and take the guesswork out of the submission process. With more than 100 pages of listings for literary journals alone and another 100 pages of book publishers, plus special sections dedicated to the genres of romance, mystery/thriller, speculative fiction, and comics/graphic novels, the 2009 edition of this essential resource is your key to successfully selling your fiction.2009 Novel & Short Story Writer's Market® (Market)
By Writer'S Digest Books. 2008
For 28 years, Novel & Short Story Writer's Market has been the only resource of its kind exclusively for fiction…
writers. Covering all genres from romance to mystery to horror and more, this resource helps you prepare your submissions and sell your work. This must-have guide includes listings for over 1,300 book publishers, magazines, literary agents, writing contests and conferences, each containing current contact information, editorial needs, schedules and guidelines that save you time and take the guesswork out of the submission process. With more than 100 pages of listings for literary journals alone and another 100 pages of book publishers, plus special sections dedicated to the genres of romance, mystery/thriller, speculative fiction, and comics/graphic novels, the 2009 edition of this essential resource is your key to successfully selling your fiction.2009 Guide To Literary Agents - Articles (Market)
By Chuck Sambuchino. 2008
Now, more than ever, in a market glutted with aspiring writers and a shrinking number of publishing houses, writers need…
someone familiar with the publishing scene to shepherd their manuscript to the right person. Completely updated annually, Guide to Literary Agents provides names and specialties for more than 800 individual agents around the United States and the world. The 2009 edition includes more than 85 pages of original articles on everything you need to know including how to submit to agents, how to avoid scams and what an agent can do for their clients.2009 Guide to Literary Agents® (Market)
By Chuck Sambuchino. 2008
Now, more than ever, in a market glutted with aspiring writers and a shrinking number of publishing houses, writers need…
someone familiar with the publishing scene to shepherd their manuscript to the right person. Completely updated annually,Guide to Literary Agentsprovides names and specialties for more than 800 individual agents around the United States and the world. The 2009 edition includes more than 85 pages of original articles on everything you need to know including how to submit to agents, how to avoid scams and what an agent can do for their clients.Fun Face Painting Ideas for Kids: 40 Step-by-Step Demos
By Nick Wolfe, Brian Wolfe. 2013
Design a silly face...or a scary one, or a fairy one, or anything else you can dream up! The world-renowned…
authors of Extreme Face Painting are taking it back to the basics, with some innovative twists. All ages and all skill levels will learn the secrets to creating awesome face art with easy-to-find materials, friendly instruction for beginners, and fresh inspiration for more seasoned face painters. 40 all-new, step-by-step projects. Award-winning expert techniques for creating believable face paint designs. Beginners will learn to paint everything from simple flowers to a full Frankenstein face. Intermediate artists will learn techniques for creating the look of fur, the illusion of depth, and more intricate designs like and owl mask or a spitting cobra. So grab some supplies and get ready to put a new face on fun!Make A Scene: Crafting a Powerful Story One Scene at a Time
By Jordan E. Rosenfeld. 2008
Write Scenes that Move Your Story Forward InMake a Scene, author Jordan E. Rosenfeld takes you through the fundamentals of…
strong scene construction and explains how other essential fiction-writing techniques, such as character, plot, and dramatic tension, must function within the framework of individual scenes in order to provide substance and structure to the overall story. You'll learn how to: Craft an opening scene that hooks readers and foreshadows supporting scenes Develop various scene types - from the suspenseful to the dramatic to the contemplative - that are distinct and layered Tailor character and plot around specific scene types to better convey the nuances of your storyline Create resonating climactic and final scenes that stay with readers long after they've finished your workDracopedia Field Guide: Dragons of the World from Amphipteridae through Wyvernae
By William O'Connor. 2019
Identify dragons in the wild with the Dracopedia Field Guide! Have you ever stumbled upon a dragon egg and thought…
to yourself, "I wonder which type of scaly beast will burst forth from this delicate and dappled shell?" Well, wonder no more. This fantasy field guide is required reading--and required packing--for both budding and expert dragon enthusiasts. Don’t leave home without it. This comprehensive and elucidating manual identifies the dragons of the world from Amphipteridae through Wyvernae. Each genus of dragon is meticulously chronicled--from winged Coatyls and Sea Orcs to itty, bitty Feydragons to fire-breathing Great Dragons--then broken down into additional subsets to help you discover what sets these magnificent creatures apart. Uncover the biology, history, behavior and habitat of each stunning and primeval beast through written and illustrated descriptions. Each dragon specimen entry includes the following important information for fast and easy identification:SizeWeightVisual descriptors, including color, distinguishing marks, wings, horns, beaks, etc.HabitatDietConservation statusCommon namesDracopedia: The gold standard for dragon enthusiasts everywhere!2009 Novel & Short Story Writer's Market (Market)
By Editors Of Writers Digest Books. 2008
For 28 years, Novel & Short Story Writer's Market has been the only resource of its kind exclusively for fiction…
writers. Covering all genres from romance to mystery to horror and more, this resource helps you prepare your submissions and sell your work. This must-have guide includes listings for over 1,300 book publishers, magazines, literary agents, writing contests and conferences, each containing current contact information, editorial needs, schedules and guidelines that save you time and take the guesswork out of the submission process. With more than 100 pages of listings for literary journals alone and another 100 pages of book publishers, plus special sections dedicated to the genres of romance, mystery/thriller, speculative fiction, and comics/graphic novels, the 2009 edition of this essential resource is your key to successfully selling your fiction.This book is the perfect starting point for anyone looking to promote and encourage mental health in their school, or…
evaluate their existing provision, in line with current government priorities. It covers not only the day-to-day practical steps you can take to meet the mental health needs of learners, but also a provides a whole bank of ideas for ensuring you adopt a whole-school approach to positive mental health. Pooky Knightsmith lays out tried and tested tools you can use to evaluate the overall mental health of a school, showing how to improve and support the mental health of staff, and how to ensure that the voice of every learner is heard and valued, including the most vulnerable - and that everyone involved with the school feels safe, healthy and happy. Pooky's simple 'litmus test' framework lays out six practical areas you can explore to implement change within your own school, with explanations, sheets to fill in, tips from loads of school staff, and case examples that break these ideas down into easily digestible chunks. This much-needed book is a jumping off point for meaningful change in all aspects of your school community that will promote, support and strengthen mental health at whole-school level.