Language Instruction Audiobooks | Non-Fiction

The Language of Lies: How to uncover the liar in your life

Kirsty King (Author), TBD (Narrator)

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Across the Universe: The Past, Present, and Future of the Crossword Puzzle

"An entertaining and eye-opening look at the history of the crossword, who constructs them, and why crosswords matter as both a reflection of and influence on our culture From Wordle to Spelling Bee, we live in a time of word game mania. Crosswords in particular gained renewed popularity during the Covid-19 lockdown, when games became another kind of refuge. Today, 36 million Americans solve crosswords once a week or more, and nearly 23 million solve them daily. Yet, as longtime New Yorker crossword contributor Natan Last will tell you, the seemingly apolitical puzzle has never been more controversial-or more interesting. A surprisingly ubiquitous influence in the worlds of art, literature, and technology, as Last demonstrates, the puzzle and its most popular purveyors-including publications such as The New York Times, still the gold standard for word games-have in recent years been challenged for the way they prioritize certain cultures and perspectives as the norm, demoting others to obscurity. At the same time, the crossword has never been more democratic. A larger, younger, more tech-savvy, and solidaristic group of people have fallen in love with puzzle solving, ushering in a more inclusive community of constructors, challenging the very idea of what 'normal' actually means. With a critical eye toward the puzzle's history, Natan Last explores the debates about the future of the crossword and investigates those who are determining its next phase, ultimately asking if the crossword can help us reshape the world. Across the Universe interrogates all the ways words-and the games we make using those words-change our culture, while bringing us into the world of those pushing for the crossword's much-needed evolution."

Natan Last (Author), Natan Last (Narrator)

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Zen in the Art of Writing: Releasing the Creative Genius Within You

"Discover the inimitable genius of Ray Bradbury as he explores the art of writing, the power of creativity, and the timeless appeal of storytelling in this collection of essays that are part masterclass, part memoir, featuring a new introduction by Dan Chaon. In Zen in the Art of Writing, Ray Bradbury's love for his craft shines. With signature wisdom, wit, and verve, Bradbury delves into his prolific writing career, exploring the creation of countless stories, novels, plays, movies, and more that have stood the test of time. Written over a thirty-year period, these inspirational essays insist that there is a "deep well of explosive self-revelation" in all of us waiting to be released through the process of writing. Bradbury's essays illuminate the passion and intellect of one of the most inventive and prolific artists of the 20th century. He reveals how writers can find their own unique path to developing their voice and style. Zen celebrates the art of writing that will delight, impassion, and inspire, but most of all, it celebrates life."

Ray Bradbury (Author), Aden Hakimi (Narrator)

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Word Witch: How to Call Upon and Cultivate the Creative Magic Within You

"A practical guide to using witchcraft and the power of the written word to develop a magical creative practice. Word Witches are spellcasters of language. They are storytellers, poets, writers, and ritualists who know that writing anything is a form of channeling: spirits, ancestors, collective dreams, and their most authentic and surprising selves. Word Witch is a joyful guide and companion, helping writers build a creative practice rooted in magic. Writer and witch Kate Belew invites readers to craft altars of language, offering simple writing rituals that will spark inspiration and equip writers to build their own thriving creative writing practice. Readers will learn to conjure creativity and imagination, defy the silence of writer's block, build a circle of community support, and cast spells that spread magic across the page. Much like the movements of the moon and the earth's seasons, creativity also has cycles that readers will learn to expect and embrace. Word Witch encourages creatives to reclaim their imagination and give themselves permission to write freely, expressively, and magically. Weaving together magic and creativity, paying homage to the intrinsic power of words to conjure and shape our lives, Word Witch guides readers across the page as they undergo the alchemy of becoming of writers. "

Kate Belew (Author), Kate Belew, Robin Rose Bennett (Narrator)

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How to Write Romantasy: Blending Fantasy and Romance Into One Heart-Stopping Adventure

"Learn the craft of creating a page-turning romantasy novel in this easy-to-follow guide from writing expert and renowned author of The Savior's Series, Jenna Moreci. In How to Write Romantasy, Moreci takes you from your first kernel of inspiration through the resolution of your novel, ensuring you hit all the key elements along the way. Chapters are organized around specific plot points, necessary skills, and common questions, covering topics such as building a fantasy framework, creating compelling characters, learning the art of the tease, and bringing home the happily ever after. Each chapter is followed by a summary that you can use for quick reference. You will learn: • How to marry the fantasy plot with the romantic storyline • How to write a marketable book that romantasy readers will love • How to create a shippable pairing that makes fans swoon • How to build romantic and physical chemistry • How to pace the story if you're writing a series Delivered with a hefty dose of humor, Moreci's clear and simple methods are accessible for writers of all experience levels. With How to Write Romantasy, you will walk away with a deeper understanding of the genre and plenty of inspiration to build your very own romantasy novel."

Jenna Moreci (Author), Jenna Moreci (Narrator)

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Miriam: Life, Work, Everything

"Brought to you by Penguin. I started writing this book as an exclusively work memoir but the work and the personal kept overlapping. I don’t know if that’s because I’m a woman or a mother or both, or none of those reasons. I just know that for my story to be authentic and truthful, I couldn’t simply focus on the work side of my life. Miriam O'Callaghan is one of Ireland's best-known broadcasters, covering every election, referendum, major controversy and important public event for TV, and hosting an award-winning radio show. Combining career success, high-octane glamour and being a mother-of-eight makes her a truly unique figure in Irish public life. In her absorbing memoir, Miriam shares touching stories from her personal life – from the life-changing impact of losing her beloved sister and father in a matter of months, and the end of her first marriage that same year, to the joys and challenges of bringing eight children into the world and juggling a frenetically busy life (‘give up on perfection’ is her wise advice!). Miriam includes fascinating insights into a career that has given her a ringside seat to a changing Ireland. Like attending Bobby Sands’ wake even before she was a journalist, and life coming full circle when she championed John Hume to be declared the greatest figure in Irish history. She describes extraordinary debates, important and heart-breaking conversations with people in the eye of a media storm, and how she goes after and prepares for the big interviews – as well as what happens when things go wrong. Miriam also addresses the recent RTÉ controversies that cast a shadow over its high-profile presenters, not least herself. Miriam is an exceptionally honest and personal memoir from one of Ireland’s most esteemed broadcasters © Miriam O'Callaghan 2025 (P) Penguin Audio 2025"

Miriam O'Callaghan (Author), TBD (Narrator)

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Steering the Craft: A Twenty-First-Century Guide to Sailing the Sea of Story

"From the celebrated Ursula K. Le Guin, 'a writer of enormous intelligence and wit, a master storyteller' (Boston Globe), the revised and updated edition of her classic guide to the essentials of a writer's craft. Completely revised and rewritten to address the challenges and opportunities of the modern era, this handbook is a short, deceptively simple guide to the craft of writing. Le Guin lays out ten chapters that address the most fundamental components of narrative, from the sound of language to sentence construction to point of view. Each chapter combines illustrative examples from the global canon with Le Guin’s own witty commentary and an exercise that the writer can do solo or in a group. She also offers a comprehensive guide to working in writing groups, both actual and online. Masterful and concise, Steering the Craft deserves a place on every writer's shelf."

Ursula K. Le Guin (Author), TBD (Narrator)

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Pitch Craft: The Writer's Guide to Getting Agented, Published, and Paid

"An award-winning author and Stanford writing instructor demystifies the business of writing with this practical, procedural guide to creating successful pitches, impressing editors and agents, negotiating compensation, and more. Published multi-genre writer Laura Goode had an epiphany after finishing her MFA and building a freelancing career: Nobody is teaching writers how to wield their persuasive storytelling abilities to make money from their writing. So she decided to write the business-of-writing handbook she needed most. Pitch Craft draws on Goode's experience as a novelist, poet, essayist, filmmaker, and creator of a pitching and publishing course to uncover what nobody else will tell you about the business strategy that creates a writing career. With unapologetic honesty earned from years of navigating the publishing world, each chapter in this valuable insider's guide close-reads a distinct element of putting your work out into the world, such as: • Constructing effective author bios and websites • Leveraging your social media platform • Developing a reliable template for pitches and queries • Cultivating relationships with publishing gatekeepers • Strengthening your self-advocacy skills Pitch Craft is for writers in all genres and of all experience levels, whether you're just getting started, are considering applying to a graduate program, or have been in the trenches for decades. After reading and completing the assignments in Pitch Craft, you'll hold a finished pitch in hand and the knowledge and skills to navigate your dream literary career. * This audiobook edition includes a downloadable PDF containing exercises and key takeaways from the book."

Laura Goode (Author), Laura Goode (Narrator)

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How to Write a Funny Speech . . .: for a Wedding, Bar Mitzvah, Graduation & Every Other Event You Di

"Learn how to write and give a flawlessly funny speech for any occasion with Emmy-winning comedy writers Carol Leifer and Rick Mitchell. With a foreword by Carol Burnett. Giving a speech about someone is hard. Giving a funny speech that people are actually going to pay attention to is even harder. In How to Write a Funny Speech for a Wedding, Bar Mitzvah, Graduation & Every Other Event You Didn't Want to Go to in the First Place, Leifer and Mitchell will teach you how to write the perfect speech so you can look awesome, make some people laugh, and get it over with. Quick and easy to use, this book is broken into short chapters full of priceless tips and advice. Hear from these seasoned comedy writers as they dish out public speaking advice that will make you look like you totally do this all the time. Take a closer look at a handful of real-life successful speeches from real‑life people, annotated for a better understanding of why other people were better than you so you can be better than them. Enjoy bonus content like Carmela's retirement toast to Tony Soprano and Homer Simpson's speech at Bart's graduation. And if, in the end, you still have no idea what to say about your niece at her Bat Mitzvah, there's a handy fill-in speech template so you can spend more time figuring out what you're going to wear. Happy writing!"

Carol Leifer, Rick Mitchell (Author), Carol Leifer, Rick Mitchell (Narrator)

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[Italian] - Facciamolo tradurre!: Come tradurre, lanciare sul mercato e vendere i vostri libri in al

"Questo audiolibro è narrato da una voce digitale. Pronti, in posizione, traduciamo! La corsa all’oro delle pubblicazioni indipendenti non è finita… A dire il vero sta or ora iniziando nei mercati di lingua non inglese. Trovate nuovi lettori, nuovi mercati e guadagnate di più facendo tradurre i vostri libri in altre lingue. È più facile di quanto pensiate! Imparate come Identificare i mercati più caldi per il vostro genere Scovare i migliori traduttori Tradurre i vostri libri con investimento anticipato pari a zero Proteggere e sfruttare i vostri diritti Generare molteplici entrate per mezzo dei vostri libri Ottenere nuovi lettori, raggiungere nuovi mercati e guadagnare più soldi! Una volta letto questo libro sentirete il desiderio di aver iniziato prima… ma non è mai troppo tardi! In effetti non c’è mai stato momento migliore per trovare nuovi mercati, ottenere nuovi lettori e guadagnare di più! Prendete la vostra copia di ‘Facciamolo tradurre!’ e iniziamo già da oggi! ***** I più venduti mistery di S. C. Scott sono stati tradotti in molte lingue e in buon numero sono diventati dei veri e propri best seller."

S.C. Scott (Author), Voce digitale Ivan G (Narrator)

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Stonewalled: My Fight for Truth Against the Forces of Obstruction, Intimidation, and Harassment in O

"CBS reporter Sharyl Attkisson was the only mainstream journalist willing to dig deep into Obama Administration scandals like Benghazi, Fast and Furious, and the targeting of Tea Party groups by the IRS. Her liberal colleagues increasingly shunned her. Then she discovered that someone was using sophisticated spyware to monitor her computer and tap her phones. Americans today are at the mercy of powerful figures in business and government who are virtually unaccountable. The Obama Administration in particular has broken new ground in its monitoring of journalists, intimidation and harassment of opposition groups, and surveillance of private citizens. Sharyl Attkisson has been an journalist for more than thirty years. During that time she has exposed scandals and covered controversies under both Republican and Democratic administrations. She has also seen the opponents of transparency go to ever greater lengths to discourage and obstruct legitimate reporting. Attkisson herself has been subjected to “opposition research” efforts and spin campaigns. These tactics increased their intensity as she relentlessly pursued stories that the Obama Administration dismissed. Stonewalled is the story of how her news reports were met with a barrage of PR warfare tactics, including online criticism, as well as emails and phone calls up the network chain of command in an effort to intimidate and discourage the next story. In Stonewalled, Attkisson recounts her personal tale, setting it against the larger story of the decline."

Sharyl Attkisson (Author), Laural Merlington (Narrator)

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Beat The Bots: A Writer's Guide to Surviving and Thriving in the Age of AI

"Beat the Bots offers science-based creativity techniques that guide you through the writing process to unlock your imagination and create compelling stories that resonate with emotional truth in ways AI can’t match. Even though artificial intelligence is based on a technology called “machine learning,” computers can’t learn to be creative—but you can. This book will show you the way. AI is, by definition, derivative, not creative. It can’t bring rational judgment to determine the quality or value of its work. When you bring those capabilities to your writing, your stories will touch readers’ hearts and minds. Just as real food is better for us than processed food, and actual social interactions are more meaningful than social media, when it comes to writing your story, artificial intelligence can’t replicate your individual human intelligence, imagination, and sensibility. Technical wizardry can’t tell your story. Only you can do that. Your uniqueness is what separates you from a chatbot, and explains why you can’t be replaced by an algorithm. You’ll succeed because you’re human, not in spite of it. Through engaging FAQs, invaluable “Pro Tips,” and “AI Weighs In” revelations, you’ll be able to apply the writing lessons and creativity tactics to all aspects of storytelling, bringing your distinctive vision and voice to your projects in ways AI simply can’t. Thought-provoking, science-based guided exercises challenge you to apply each chapter’s lessons to your own writing. Whether you’re writing a novel, literary nonfiction, or a memoir, you’ll be able to write stories that are fresh and compelling—your stories—and those are the books that publishers want and readers crave. That’s how you’ll beat the bots."

Jane K. Cleland (Author), Eliza Foss (Narrator)

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Language Instruction Audiobooks in Non-Fiction

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