English Storytelling

Sherri Shepherd comically chronicles her struggles to keep up with the many roles-professional, wife, mother, daughter, and friend-that women must play in today's world. Sherri urges women to pursue their most important dreams and to never give up, but also let's readers know that it's okay to give themselves "permission slips" when things don't always work out the way they want them to.

Your brand is the stories people share about you when you're not in the room, and it's these brand stories that determine if people buy from you, employ you, work for you, or invest in you. When the stakes are that high, wouldn't you want to take control of it? In Magnetic Stories, business storytelling expert Gabrielle Dolan reveals how you, too, can create and share stories that stick.

**Holiday Heist** is a cozy mystery set in the charming town of Holiday Corner, Vermont. The story revolves around Celeste and Edwin, who are eagerly preparing for their wedding. However, their celebration takes on a deeper meaning when they decide to host a fundraiser in conjunction with their nuptials to support the Sutton family, who have fallen on hard times. As the town comes together to help, the excitement builds for what promises to be the biggest event Holiday Corner has ever seen. But the festive atmosphere is shattered when a priceless necklace, generously donated by the wealthy ...

Branding is a way for a business to make it to the top, plus improve its operations. This audiobook comprises years of experience, created to allow a complete beginner to grasp how the most powerful companies and small businesses handle branding.

A private consultant who specializes in knowledge management and organizational storytelling, Stephen Denning has a list of clients that includes GE, IBM, Shell, McDonald's, and the US Army. In this witty book, he explains that storytelling can be the key to overcoming obstacles and generating enthusiasm in the workplace. With Denning's guidance, leaders can steer their companies toward new levels of success.

Do you like a cozy mystery packed with amateur sleuths, dog detectives and family bonds? Then this whodunit set in a small town with hidden secrets is the perfect read for you! When three generations of the Thompson family and their clever furry companions discover a tin box of rare collectible coins, they find themselves racing against time to solve a decade-old murder mystery. As other dogs in Sunridge Junction start to discover hidden boxes filled with coins; the community asks: Who buried them, and why? Come along for this delightful short read cozy mystery journey filled with ...

A number of years ago, I heard some stories about ranch and Western life I thought were among the funniest anecdotes I had ever heard. It started a quest. Over a 10-year span, I interviewed 150 cowboys, ranchers, and others, mostly in Texas and Nebraska. The result is Cowboys, Ranchers, and Assorted Characters: True Tales from the New West. It's the best of the best anecdotes from those encounters.

Fast paced, exciting historical drama with surprise ending... When the charming but penniless Pierre Dupres departs 17th-century France in pursuit of fortune, heartbroken Clare resigns herself to marrying his dull elder brother Jacques. Descended from a long line of midwives, she must bear a daughter to carry on her rewarding ancestral profession with its many secrets. Jacques reluctantly allows Clare to restore Maison Dupres, a crumbling chateau rumoured to be haunted, as their family home but clearly disapproves his wife’s decision to continue pursuing her career, even after the birth ...

Struggling to come up with ideas? How can you write a compelling book without inspiration? Staring at a blank page every day doesn't have to be daunting. This book unlocks your creativity with fun and thought-provoking exercises, serving as a complete guide for aspiring writers of all levels who want to sharpen their storytelling skills and create original, captivating works. Inside, you'll find: Over 50 creative writing exercises to stretch your imagination, explore different genres, and discover your unique voice. Practical tips and advice for developing believable characters, building ...

UPDATED AND EXPANDED IN MAY 2025: PACKED WITH 60 SPECIFIC STEP-BY-STEP TECHNIQUES, WITH CASE STUDIES AND EXERCISES FOR MASTERY Grab and hold your reader from start to finish.You’re working on a story that matters. You need the advice of the best storytellers from ancient times to the present. You have come to the right place. Whatever you're writing -- a novel or nonfiction narrative, a company history or memoir, or a story about a person, place, or event -- you need to follow a complete set of tricks and tools. In How to Build a Story, Charles Euchner shows you 60 specific techniques to ...

A stranger arrives in the Texas town of Calvin where he fast establishes himself as a favorite. Because of this, the town leaders invite him to take up the role of Mayor, a position he accepts and prospers in. And when Kilbride marries, his seems the idyllic existence. However, there's another side to Mayor Kilbride, which bride and parents-in-law will soon find out. The Two Faces of Killer Kilbride is a superb tale of psychological manipulation from award-winning author, Robert E. Kearns

A winning pitch is more than just data points and charts—it's a compelling story that captivates from start to finish. Yet, crafting such a pitch is an art few have mastered, leading to lackluster presentations that leave audiences unconvinced and disinterested.

It's Halloween night at the O'Reilly home and all of the family members, except Tom, are gathered around the Jack O'Lantern to tell tales of ghostly happenings. But, when Tom finally arrives, will his adventure that very evening be even more frightening than all the tales combined?

The stories that are in between the cover of the book are all true and I am amazed I survived them all. For me, there are two main ways to look at our stories and our past. We can either see it as a negative or we can see it as a positive event. I chose to see the positive and to see a humorous side to my life. Laughter is truly the best medicine in life.I wrote this book so that one day, when I am old and gray, I can have a good laugh at the things that I did. No doubt, I may likely have forgotten they happened all.I hope you enjoy each of the stories that I have shared with you, maybe ...

Jake saw something unspeakable when he was nine. An act of violence. Brutal. He doesn't know it, but this trauma will play a key role in shaping him later in life. Now, he's 15. A wimp. He flinches. Always. He seeks the guidance of the biggest bad-ass he knows, his cousin Nick. Nick is a professional burglar and makes Jake his apprentice. Nick teaches Jake his dark philosophy - that there is no right or wrong in the world, just a series of events that happen without meaning. At first this helps Jake, but it also unleashes an aggression in himself he never thought possible....

Charlie, Tommy, and Hector have high hopes for their soccer team this season until they find out that their new coach isn't all that interested in the fantabulous plays the three friends have worked out together.

The creators of the popular website Black Nerd Problems bring their witty and unflinching insight to this engaging collection of pop culture essays - on everything from Mario Kart to issues of representation - that “will fill you with joy and give you hope for the future of geek culture” (Ernest Cline, number one New York Times best-selling author).

Unleash your journey into the captivating realm of video game dynamics with "Pave the Way," your comprehensive guide to the magic of character development. This eBook propels you into the depths of creating dynamic, interactive, and engaging characters for video games, fostering an emotional connection between players and their digital counterparts. Explore the psychology interwoven within character development and how it resonates on both sides of the screen. Delve into the art of story-telling, gaining insights on how these narratives elevate the charm of characters, intertwining them ...

Discover the Extraordinary Journey of Inner Awakening and Purpose The Boy Who Conquered a Star is more than a coming-of-age story—it's a powerful spiritual odyssey that transforms hardship into triumph and laziness into wisdom. Inspired by real-life values and timeless truths, this deeply moving narrative follows the evolution of Michael Alexander, a rebellious and indifferent boy who, after a life-changing accident, awakens to the true meaning of existence, education, and human potential. Guided by divine insight, personal discipline, and a burning desire to learn, Michael rises from the...

During the day when there is a break in the day’s labor or in the evenings when the sunlight is waning, stories are told from Texas porches. Although these are usually short stories, they can be long, and thus continued at the next porch sitting. They contain humor, sadness, suspense, mystery, philosophy, and instruction about the human condition and, in general, the journey of living. The storytellers find the rhythm of life for themselves, and the listeners hear valuable lessons and truth. Tales from the Texas Timberlands, Volume 1 celebrates this storytelling about East Texans with ...