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15-Minute French (DK 15-Minute Lanaguge Learning)
by DKThe ideal French language course for beginners, the 15-Minute language series will teach you how to speak a new language in just 12 weeks!This is the perfect book for anyone who wants to learn French fast. 12 themed chapters are broken down into 15-minute daily lessons, spanning a range of practical themes, from socializing to doing business. Each lesson combines French vocabulary and grammar essentials with full-color photographs for a user-friendly, accessible language guide. This course in a handy-sized book comes with a free downloadable audio app for Apple and Android phones, enabling you to hear words and phrases spoken by native French speakers. The book also includes a menu guide and a two-language dictionary for quick reference when you&’re out and about.Each lesson is broken down into easy-to-follow stages, including a warm-up box to reinforce what you&’ve already learned and &“words to remember&” lists that you can hide with the book&’s front cover flap to hide, remember, and check again. Become a confident speaker in topics such as introductions, food and drink, travel, work, health, and much more.
15-Minute Arabic: Learn in Just 12 Weeks (DK 15-Minute Lanaguge Learning)
by DKLearn how to speak fluent Arabic in an easy and fun way in just 12 weeks. This indispensable guide also comes with a free audio app for Apple and Android phones, featuring native speech that enables you to hone your pronunciation.Whether you&’re beginning from the scratch or looking to polish your existing knowledge, 15-Minute Arabic is a quick and convenient option for learning the language. This book features 12 themed chapters broken down into 15-minute daily lessons, spanning a range of everyday situations to help you conduct your business or travel smoothly. Jargon-free, straightforward instructions equip you to converse with ease, whether you&’re shopping for groceries, trying to find accommodation, ordering tea at a café, or sightseeing around town.Each lesson combines Arabic vocabulary and grammar essentials with full-color photographs for comprehensive learning. The guide also includes an English-Arabic dictionary, an extensive menu of popular Arabic dishes, and excellent "review and repeat" exercises at the end of each chapter to test yourself and track your progress.Packed with cultural tips, neatly labelled images of everyday life objects, conversational advice, and grammar explanations, 15-Minute Arabic is the go-to book for mastering the Arabic language.
15,000+ Baby Names
by Bruce LanskyYou'll find a name for your new baby in this book! 15,000+ Baby Names was designed to let you easily scan through a list girls' and boys' names to find the right name for your new baby. This book includes: guidelines for naming your baby; names from a variety of racial, ethnic, and religioius backgrounds; origins, meanings and famous namesakes; and a helpful cross-referencing system to lead you to related or similar names.You'll find a name for your new baby in this book! 15,000+ Baby Names was designed to let you scan through a list of the most contemporary girls' and boys' names in print to find the right name for your new baby. This book includes the following features: —Guidelines for naming your baby —Names used by parents of a variety of racial, ethnic, and religious backgrounds, including African American, British, Chinese, French, German, Greek, Hispanic, Irish, Italian, Japanese, Jewish, Muslim, Polish, Russian, and more —Origins, meanings, and famous namesakes —A helpful cross-referencing system to lead you to related or similar names Sample Listing (including: name, origin,meaning, famous namesake, cross-referencing, and variations/nicknames): Elizabeth (Hebrew) consecrated to God. Bible: the mother of John the Baptist. See also Beth, Betsy, Betty, Elsa, Lisa, Liza. Eliabeth, Elisa, Elisabet, Elisabeta, Elisabeth, Elisabethe, Elisabetta, Elisabette, Elise, Elisebet, Elisheba, Elisheva, Elissa, Eliz, Eliza, Elizabee, Elizabet, Elisabete, Elizaveta, Elizebeth, Ellice, Elsabeth, Elsbet, Elsbeth, Else, Elspet, Elspeth, Elspie, Elsy, Elysabeth, Elyssa, Elzbieta, Erzsébet, Helsa, Ilizzabet, Libby, Lusa, Yelisabeta
13 Things They Won't Tell You
by Editors of Reader's DigestEvery month, Reader's Digest asks selected experts from a different profession to spill their secrets. Readers walk a mile in their shoes and see things that are enlightening, horrifying, and give them a whole new perspective on the people they trust with their food, health, family, money, and home. They walk away with the keys to awesome backdoor deals, insider knowledge that saves them tons of money, and invaluable advice for getting better service anywhere they go.Now, for the first time ever, this wisdom has been collected into one comprehensive volume, complete with updates, all new interviews, and tons of additional secrets that have never appeared before. The result is more than 1,300 eye-opening tips on everything from sweet-talking a car salesman to getting free drinks from the bartender to making sure you get the right medication from your pharmacist. You will learn the best ways to care for YOUR HOME, from real estate agents, contractors, plumbers, and even burglars. From the butcher, to the grocer to the pizza delivery guy, find out how to make sure YOUR FOOD is a fresh (never gross) and high quality at low prices. Make sure YOUR HEALTH gets the attention it deserves with advice from all corners of the medical world--from the dentist, to the ER, to the gym, and far beyond. Teachers, nannies, marriage counselors, wedding planners and even mall Santas tell you how to help YOUR FAMILY get the best things in life and never fall into the clutches of swindlers. Make sure YOUR MONEY is safe and working hard with advice from bankers, sales clerks, identity thieves, and accountants' strategies to increase what you have, while avoiding wallet-sucking scams. In 13 Things They Won't Tell You, America's Most Trusted Magazine gives the advice American
123 of Computer Basics for Visually Impaired using NVDA
by The editors at the EnAble IndiaThis book introduces the basics of computers to Visually Impaired individuals and guides them through the effective ways of using the computers through the NVDA software and emphasizes on all the advantages of using the computer as well.
123 of Computer Basics for Visually Impaired using Jaws
by The editors at the EnAble IndiaThis book introduces the basics of computers to Visually Impaired individuals and guides them through the effective ways of using the computers through the Jaws software and emphasizes on all the advantages of using the computer.
The 12 Week Year for Writers: A Comprehensive Guide to Getting Your Writing Done
by A. Trevor Thrall Brian P. Moran Michael LenningtonPraise for The 12 Week Year for Writers“We writers are a peculiar bunch, so I am impressed how Trevor manages to bridge high-performance practices into our creative world and make it feel natural. This book will help practitioners of The 12 Week Year for Writers method feel in charge of their writing projects and make continuous progress. That is a remarkable feat.”—CHRISTIAN TIETZE, writer, app developer, and Zettelkasten zealotA Note From the Creators of The 12 Week Year “We wrote the first version of our New York Times bestseller, The 12 Week Year, in just 12 weeks using our own system. Since then, we’ve helped people and companies all over the world to unlock their capabilities and accomplish more. With this new book The 12 Week Year has been adapted specifically for the challenges of writers. If you are a student, a professional, a full time author, or you just love to write, this book is for you. Get it, study it, apply it, and you will cut months, (maybe even years), off the time it takes to produce your best work.”—Brian Moran and Michael Lennington, authors of The 12 Week Year
12 Birds to Save Your Life: Nature's Lessons in Happiness
by Charlie CorbettDiscover the healing power of nature through the stories of these characterful birds, whose song is never far away . . .LONGLISTED FOR THE 2022 WAINWRIGHT PRIZE'A lyrical and life-affirming book that teaches us as much about birds as it does ourselves - a balm for the soul' Raynor Winn, author of The Salt Path'Totally absorbing and completely engaging on so many levels . . . Charlie has opened my eyes to the constant joy of the sights and sounds of the birds that surround us. It is a book that really will save lives' Dr Richard Shepherd, author of Unnatural Causes_________After the tragic loss of his mother, Charlie Corbett felt trapped by his pain. Having lost all hope and perspective he took to the countryside in search of solace. There, he heard the soaring, cascading song of the skylark - a sound that pulled him from the depths of despair and into the calm of the natural world.Weaving his journey through grief with a remarkable portrait of the birds living right on our doorstep, 12 Birds to Save Your Life is an invitation to stop, step outside, and listen. By following Charlie's path, opening your eyes and ears to what has been there all along, you will discover how nature can set you free.
12,000 Dreams Interpreted: A New Edition for the 21st Century
by Gustavus Hindman Miller Linda Shields“Popular psychic and medium Shields has paired up with Skomal to update Miller’s classic dream manual . . . a fun book for lay readers to leaf through.” —Library JournalA bestselling classic, back and bigger than ever! Nearly a century ago, Gustavus Hindman Miller published his groundbreaking masterwork, 10,000 Dreams Interpreted, the most compelling and thorough study of all the symbols that appear in our dreamscape. Miller offered an enlightening introduction to dream history and types, and organized his symbols into eminently logical categories. Now, popular psychic and medium Linda Shields has updated this classic, featuring revisions and additions to more than 2,000 of his original interpretations as well as 2,000 entirely new entries. This brings the book up to speed with our modern life, including objects unknown in Miller’s time, such as cell phones, computers, televisions, and more.An exciting, enriching, and elegantly packaged revision that’s a must-have for anyone who dreams!
12,000 Canaries Can’t Be Wrong: What’s Making Us Sick and What We Can Do About It
by John MolotA doctor explains how our environment affects our health, with a nine-step plan to help with fibromyalgia, IBS, and other conditions. In the old days, canaries were used to detect carbon monoxide in coal mines. Today, countless people suffer due to toxins and chemicals that surround us in the modern world, and Dr. John Molot, over the decades, has seen more than twelve thousand patients with environmentally linked illnesses. In this book, Molot explains how the environment contributes to the development and progression of many common conditions and illnesses, including chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromyalgia and other pain disorders, chemical sensitivity, irritable bowel syndrome, allergies and asthma, diabetes, autistic spectrum disorder, and even obesity—and offers an action plan that will make a positive difference to our health, and to the health of our children. “Compelling and well-written, this is a solidly researched, detailed explanation of the causes and effects of numerous modern health issues . . . It’s possible to skip straight to the treatment plan, but it would be a shame, considering how persuasive, fascinating, and often mind-blowing Molot’s case is.” —Publishers Weekly
1100 Words You Need to Know + Online Practice: Build Your Vocabulary in just 15 minutes a day!
by Rich Carriero Melvin Gordon Murray BrombergEnhance your vocabulary in just 15 minutes a day with 1100 Words You Need to Know. Relied on by students for 50 years! Over the years, thousands of students preparing for the SAT, ACT, GRE, and other standardized tests have relied on 1100 Words You Need to Know as an ideal way to strengthen their word power. With this brand-new edition, test prep expert Richard Carriero provides a fully updated and invaluable resource for students—or for anyone who wants to boost their vocabulary. 1100 Words You Need to Know features a weekly program with six words to learn each day and one day for review. With just 15 minutes a day, you&’ll learn everything you need to improve your reading, writing, and speaking skills.This fully revised edition includes:Word lists with definitions in all new thematic grouping Helpful tips on word rootsUpdated words in context exercises, activities, and quizzes throughout An updated pronunciation guideOnline PracticeContinue your practice with 3 online quizzes plus scoring to test your progress
1100 Words You Need to Know Flashcards
by Melvin Gordon Murray BrombergLearn the 1100 most common and useful English words anytime, anywhere with this digital format that enhances memorization!Barron&’s 1100 Words You Need to Know Flashcards offers more than 500 of the most useful English words and idiomsEach flashcard presents:The word with phonetic pronunciation The classification of the word (verb, noun, adjective, etc.)The definition of the wordA sample sentence to provide the word in contextDigital flashcard features:Access anywhere: study on all devices, including mobile--available online and offlineFlip functionality: a simple click flips cards from front to backRandom select: review cards in a random order rather than sequentially
1100 Words You Need to Know
by Melvin Gordon Murray BrombertA Barron's best-seller for more than five decades!This brand-new edition of 1100 Words You Need to Know has been expanded and updated, and includes:Word lists and definitionsAnalogy exercisesWords-in-context exercisesIdiom indexesAn updated Pronunciation GuideAll new words for students to learn are placed in the context of sentences that have been selected from well-known novels, plays, poems, newspaper editorials, and TV broadcasts. For optimal ease and enjoyment in learning, the authors recommend 15-minute sessions with this book. Over the years, thousands of students preparing for the SAT and ACT have relied on previous editions of 1100 Words You Need to Know as an ideal way to strengthen their word power. A new feature in this edition is indexes of idioms, which appear throughout the book.
11,000 Drinks: 30 Years' Worth of Cocktails
by Paul KnorrRecipes for 11,000 alcoholic mixed drinks, eye-openers, party starters, pick-me-ups, and thirst-quenching libations from the celebrated spirits author.The bible of booze is bigger and better than ever! This truly enormous compendium contains more than thirty years’ worth of recipes, covering absolutely everything: from flaming shots and frozen drinks to martinis and tiki drinks. (There’s even a chapter of X-rated cocktails for your naughty side!) Plus, you’ll find plenty of helpful information on essential bartending tools and techniques, suggestions for stocking your home bar, and a glossary of ingredients to turn you into an instant mixologist.
102 Things to Do Before you Are Due
by Dawn DaisWhether your pregnancy was an “oopsie” or stemmed from intricately charted ovulation cycles, you are most likely going to kick off the party with a home pregnancy test. Or ten. And there you’ll be, staring at a little stick and waiting for it to change your entire life. It’s positive! This is the beginning of your most important story. But what do you do next? First: Freak out. Next...? Well, that's a different story. Dawn Dais, author of the series The Sh!t No One Tells You About, has compiled 102 tips and to‑dos that will get you up to speed for the biggest changes of your life—from the practical (prepare freezer meals), to the serious (check your blood sugar), to the seemingly‑frivolous‑but‑actually‑really‑important (go out with your husband or girlfriends to that restaurant you love). 102 Things to Do Before You Are Due is a practical and entertaining handbook that provides important advice for parents-to-be with eye‑catching illustrations, checklists, actionable charts, and many laugh‑out‑loud tips. There are countless pregnancy books for first-time parents out there, but only 102 Things to Do Before You Are Due perfectly balances solid advice to prepare for a new baby and the right amount of humor to help you enjoy every month of the pregnancy.
101 Whiskies to Try Before You Die (Revised & Updated)
by Ian BuxtonRevised and updated in 2013, 101 Whiskies to Try Before You Die is a whisky guide with a difference. It is not an awards list. It is not a list of the 101 'best' whiskies in the world in the opinion of a self-appointed whisky guru. It is simply a guide to the 101 whiskies that enthusiasts must seek out and try in order to complete their whisky education. Avoiding the deliberately obscure, the ridiculously limited and the absurdly expensive, whisky expert Ian Buxton recommends an eclectic selection of old favourites, stellar newcomers and mystifyingly unknown drams that simply have to be drunk. The book decodes the marketing hype and gets straight to the point; whether from India, America, Sweden, Ireland, Japan or the hills, glens and islands of Scotland, here are the 101 whiskies that you really want. Try them before you die - Slainte!
101 Ways to Stitch, Craft, Create for All Occasions: Birthdays, Weddings, Christmas, Easter, Halloween & Many More . . .
by Various ContributorsCelebrate throughout the calendar year with handmade crafts, from knitting and quilting to beading and cake decorating. Want to make gorgeous homemade gifts, cakes, cards, and decorations? This stunning collection of all-new projects includes something for every occasion with a wide range of crafts to enjoy, from stitching stuffed animals to baking cookie bouquets, creating macramé bracelets to constructing gift boxes. 101 Ways to Stitch, Craft, Create for All Occasions features: · Simple step-by-step projects · Quick makes for fast results · Helpful time and difficulty indicators
101 Ways to Say Thank You: Notes of Gratitude for Every Occasion
by Kelly BrowneExpress your gratitude in writing for any occasion with this updated guide to saying thank you!Writing a thank you note isn&’t just about good manners. Whether written in ink form on formal stationery or delivered digitally, a well-crafted thank you note makes the recipient feel appreciated—a sensation that makes you both feel good! This practice can improve your personal, social, and business relationships, leading to success and well-being in all aspects of your life. In 101 Ways to Say Thank You, etiquette expert Kelly Browne shows you how to express gratitude eloquently and sincerely in every situation, using both traditional and up-to-the-minute digital methods, in an easy-to-follow, engaging, and down-to-earth way. Never be at a loss for words again!
101 Ways to Save Money on Your Wedding
by Barbara CameronSure, engaged couples want the biggest day of their lives to be memorable and beautiful - but it also needs to be affordable. In this book, wedding-cost expert Barbara Cameron offers creative ideas for saving money and time, including how to: find affordable yet skilled wedding consultants; budget for a destination wedding; save money on catering and still have a delicious reception dinner; find bargains on a stunning wardrobe for the wedding party; make your own attractive floral arrangements and bouquets; lower the costs for out-of-town guests; have an unforgettable honeymoon - that newlyweds can afford; and more! This book is the handy tool that couples need in order to have the wedding of their dreams - without going bankrupt!
101 Ways to Save Money on Your Wedding
by Barbara CameronSure, engaged couples want the biggest day of their lives to be memorable and beautiful - but it also needs to be affordable. In this book, wedding-cost expert Barbara Cameron offers creative ideas for saving money and time, including how to: find affordable yet skilled wedding consultants; budget for a destination wedding; save money on catering and still have a delicious reception dinner; find bargains on a stunning wardrobe for the wedding party; make your own attractive floral arrangements and bouquets; lower the costs for out-of-town guests; have an unforgettable honeymoon - that newlyweds can afford; and more! This book is the handy tool that couples need in order to have the wedding of their dreams - without going bankrupt!
101 Ways to Save Money on Your Wedding
by Barbara CameronSure, engaged couples want the biggest day of their lives to be memorable and beautiful - but it also needs to be affordable. In this book, wedding-cost expert Barbara Cameron offers creative ideas for saving money and time, including how to: find affordable yet skilled wedding consultants; budget for a destination wedding; save money on catering and still have a delicious reception dinner; find bargains on a stunning wardrobe for the wedding party; make your own attractive floral arrangements and bouquets; lower the costs for out-of-town guests; have an unforgettable honeymoon - that newlyweds can afford; and more! This book is the handy tool that couples need in order to have the wedding of their dreams - without going bankrupt!
101 Ways to Save Money on Health Care
by Koelker Cynthia J.Read Cynthia Koelker's blogs and other content on the Penguin Community. "Dr. Cynthia Koelker gives us the inside scoop on how to save money at the doctor's office and still get great care. Even if you have insurance, 101 Ways to Save Money on Health Care will still help you save your hard-earned cash. " -Elizabeth Cohen, MPH, CNN senior medical correspondent, author of The Empowered Patient For over twenty years, Ohio-based family physician Dr. Cynthia J. Koelker has made it her mission to help people lower their health care expenses. Now, in 101 Ways to Save Money on Health Care, Dr. Koelker shares her insider tips and information so that you too can save hundreds (even thousands!) without sacrificing your health. 101 Ways is loaded with simple, easy-to-understand tips on topics that everyone will find useful, including: * How to save money on brand name drugs * How to cut costs for chronic problems-from asthma to allergies * How to ask for a hospital discount (it's easier than you think!) * Ways to save money on glasses and contacts * What websites you can trust to give you the best health information Whether you are uninsured, or just looking to save money, this invaluable guide will show you how to stay healthy and hold onto your hard-earned dollars. .
101 Things You Thought You Knew About the Titanic . . . but Didn't!
by Tim MaltinApril 15th, 2012, will be the 100th anniversary of the sinking of the Titanic. People have an endless fascination with the Titanic, yet much of what they know today is a mixture of fact and fiction. In one hundred and one brief and engaging chapters, Tim Maltin, one of the foremost experts on the Titanic, reveals the truth behind the most common beliefs about the ship and the night it sank. From physics to photographs, lawsuits to love stories, Maltin doesn't miss one tidbit surrounding its history. Heavily researched and filled with detailed descriptions, quotes from survivors, and excerpts from the official inquiries, this book is guaranteed to make readers rethink everything they thought they knew about the legendary ship and its tragic fate.
101 Things You Should Do Before Your Kids Leave Home
by David Bordon Tom WintersEver wished you could keep your kids away from the TV for an hour, let alone a full day? For anyone looking to make fun, lifelong memories with their family comes 101 THINGS YOU SHOULD DO BEFORE YOUR KIDS LEAVE HOME. Seasoned parents know that the days are long, but the time is short. It can be tough to come up with ways to make lasting memories, but now you don't have to! David Bordon and Tom Winters have collected 101 original ideas to inspire parents with kids of all ages to step out of their daily routine and spend precious time together as a family. From creative concepts such as opening a snow cone stand to service projects like volunteering in a soup kitchen, some suggestions are fun, some challenging, and others practical--but every page is jam-packed with advice designed to help parents prepare their children for life out in the world, while making sure that every moment counts.
101 Things You Should Do Before You Retire
by David Bordon Tom WintersBecause the end of your work life doesn't have to mean the end of your life. Retirement doesn't have to mark a solitary or dull lifestyle. Whether you are retired already or preparing for the transition, 101 THINGS YOU SHOULD DO BEFORE YOU RETIRE will inspire you with 101 unique and creative ideas to get more out of life than just punching a clock. This book will show readers how to live life to the max and challenge them to experience the adventure God has planned for their lives, moment by moment. Who says your career is the defining element of your life?