Language Arts & Disciplines

This volume of Euripides' plays offers new translations of the three great war plays Trojan Women, Hecuba, and Andromache, in which the sufferings of Troy's survivors are harrowingly depicted. With unparalleled intensity, Euripides--whom Aristotle called the most tragic of poets--describes the horrific brutality that...

"A practical and heartening guide for those navigating the book industry for the first time." --Publishers Weekly The confusion and guessing games of the querying process end here. From two industry experts who built and work with the tools literary agents use daily, a...

To sell your nonfiction book to a traditional publisher, you need a powerful, professional nonfiction book proposal. This comprehensive guide by veteran literary agent Andy Ross shows writers exactly how to create a winning book proposal that attracts agents, editors, and major publishing houses.In...

This expanded and updated Classic Edition commemorates the 100-year anniversary of William Strunk's grammar primer, The Elements of Style. Generations of writers have learned the basics of grammar from Strunk's little book. It was rated "one of the 100 most influential books written in...

What is narrative? How does it work and how does it shape our lives? H. Porter Abbott emphasizes that narrative is found not just in literature, film, and theatre, but everywhere in the ordinary course of people's lives. This widely used introduction, now revised...

Why does American public discourse so often erupt into fear, rage, and mutual distrust? And how can citizens respond responsibly in moments of civic crisis?In Rhetorics of Fear and Rage: An American Tradition, Patricia Bizzell argues that today's polarized political climate is not an...

Powerful and exciting, Poetic Medicine illustrates the unique role that poem-making can have in addressing the situations that lead us to renewal in our lives.John Fox's book is designed for readers wanting to tap their creative energy in order to make a difference in...

USA Today Bestseller You've got a story inside you--but writing it feels impossible. What if writing didn't have to be a struggle? What if all you had to do was harness your brain's natural storytelling instincts to craft the book you've always dreamed of?...

For brides and grooms who want to give their weddings new depth and meaning, two acclaimed poet-translators have gathered a stunning collection of poems and prose that will add a unique and personal dimension to the ceremony. Includes examples of wedding ceremonies from various...

As the market leader in small group communication, In Mixed Company stays relevant and relatable by delivering theory, applications, and current research through humor and a conversational style. Through vivid examples and personal experiences - including those of our new co-author, Michelle Waters -...

A comprehensive guide to getting published and building a literary reputation through small presses and magazines -- and taking ownership of your own publishing life This essential guide is the first of its kind to chart a path to publication that is writer led,...

This book provides a clear and structured grammar curriculum designed for high school students and homeschooling families. With 30 focused lessons, the program can be used over 30 weeks of study, helping students develop a strong understanding of grammar while practicing skills at a...

Public speaking can be terrifying. For David Nihill, the idea of standing in front of an audience was scarier than cliff jumping into a thorny pit of spiders and mothers-in-law. Without a parachute or advanced weaponry. Something had to change. In what doesn't sound...

An indispensable roadmap for students navigating the stress of writing their college essay What if you could write a knockout essay with no anxiety? College admissions and essay coach Jill Margaret Shulman believes you can! And she knows about that Inner Troll voice inside...

E. M. Forster's Aspects of the Novel is based on a series of lectures he delivered at Trinity College, Cambridge, in 1927. In these lectures, Forster presents his theory of literature and uses examples from classic works to illustrate his points. He identifies seven...

This inviting book is a bridge between two major strands of reading instruction that are often held in opposition: the science of reading and artful approaches to teaching reading. Although the current climate of literacy instruction positions these approaches as diametrically opposed, the authors...

One word a day. That's the whole method.A bigger vocabulary is really a set of tools: a way to be understood, and to understand other people more exactly. The right word carries a thought across with less friction and less room for doubt.365 Days...

The classic text on writing well, now refreshed and updated--an essential text for writers of all ages. This is the one guide that anyone who writes--whether student, businessperson, or professional writer--should keep on his or her desk. Filled with professional tips and a wealth...

'What is your best investment? Buying a copy of the Writers' & Artists' Yearbook.' Kimberley Chambers This bestselling Writers' & Artists' Yearbook contains a wealth of information on all aspects of writing and becoming a published author, plus a comprehensive directory of media contacts....

Conventional grammars tell us when we can use given grammatical patterns. However, they almost invariably fail to tell us when we cannot use them. Many of the chapters of this book are concerned with the latter problem. They attempt to explain why some sentences...