English Storytelling

When Helen Ellis and her lifelong friends arrive for a reunion on the Redneck Riviera, they unpack more than their suitcases: stories of husbands and kids; lost parents and lost jobs; powdered onion dip and photographs you have to hold by the edges; dirty jokes and sunscreen with SPF higher than they hair-sprayed their bangs senior year; and a bad mammogram. It's a diagnosis that scares them, but could never break their bond. Because women pushing fifty won't be pushed around.

Telling stories is as old as language itself. Before humans learned how to write, the only way to communicate was through telling stories. In today's world, most of us regard ourselves as bad storytellers. What happened? Telling great stories is a skilled art. Almost anyone can become a first-class storyteller, and you can learn the secrets.

In this laugh-and-cry-out-loud, memoir-esque exploration of selfhood, Zach Zimmerman dives into the pros and cons of retiring a Bible-Belt-dwelling, meat-eating, God-fearing identity in exchange for a new lease on life—one of vegetarianism, atheism, queerness, and humor. Whether learning to absolve instilled religious guilt or reminiscing over Tinder dates gone wrong, this book is a candid and hysterical look at one person's journey toward making peace with the past and seeking hope in the future.

Unleash the Power of Machine Learning with "ML Demystified: Unlocking the Power of Machine Learning without the Jargon." This book is your key to demystifying Machine Learning concepts, whether you're a non-technician or a seasoned professional. With clear explanations and real-world examples, this guide empowers you to grasp the transformative potential of Machine Learning without getting lost in technical complexities. Key Features: Engaging storytelling ensures easy comprehension without compromising depth. Clear explanations and relatable examples make Machine Learning accessible to ...

Ann Spangler has collected the funniest stories from todays funniest women between the covers of one book.

Step into a world of ambition, folly, and unexpected twists in Pride, Power, and Peculiar Predicaments, a carefully curated anthology of classic American short stories. This collection brings together tales of overconfidence and consequence, where pride clashes with fate, power shifts in unforeseen ways, and characters find themselves in the grip of the strange and the ironic.

Beyond the Selfie: Crafting Your Digital Persona" is a captivating guide that unravels the secrets behind the digital success of influential figures like the Kardashians, providing readers with a roadmap to cultivate their own unique and authentic online presence. Delving beyond the surface of social media glamour, this book navigates the intricacies of building a digital persona that resonates with audiences and stands the test of time. Within its pages, readers will embark on a journey through the realms of authenticity, storytelling mastery, and visual aesthetics. From decoding the art ...

Embark on a thrilling journey into the rich history and exciting mechanics of the world's most popular tabletop roleplaying game - . This compelling and comprehensive eBook dives into the captivating world of roleplaying, exploring every edition and evolution that has transformed the game over the decades. From the birth of Dungeons and Dragons to the latest innovations enhancing the gaming experience, takes readers on a fascinating adventure, unveiling the original game mechanics that have laid the foundation for countless memories and stories. Delve into the intricacies of character ...

Imagine words that don’t just speak but pull you in, their cadence like a heartbeat you can’t ignore, their meaning unfurling like a whispered secret meant only for you. Sentences that don’t merely inform but awaken, igniting something deep within—a spark, a truth, a feeling you didn’t even realize was waiting. Stories that slip past the barriers of thought, weaving themselves into the quiet corners of your mind, where they take root and grow stronger with every breath, every memory, every heartbeat. It doesn’t just tell a story—it becomes a part of you. Inside Hypnotic ...

A hazardous race to stop an extinction. A mysterious death linked to the past. Can a silver-haired sleuth navigate the clues in time to save a life? ‘Mama Rose’ Hardie has always fought to conserve Kenya’s precious wildlife. Officiating at an off-road fundraising race in the famous Maasai Mara game reserve, she’s shocked when a vehicle crash claims the life of a colleague. And worse still, this was no accident… When a good friend is accused of plotting a deadly sabotage, the clever amateur sleuth vows to clear his name. But with motives between teams reaching deep into an ...

Two deaths. No crime. For this determined sleuth the answers are not black and white. Community vet ‘Mama Rose’ Hardie is hoping for peace and tranquility to mourn the death of her faithful husband. But when a woman collapses and dies in her arms, she’s shaken to the core. She joins an endangered zebra expedition, but alarms bells start ringing when a second woman mysteriously dies in her care. Despite the lack of evidence, and the authorities’ insistence that the tragedies are coincidental, Rose acts on her own instincts to prove they’re deliberate killings. But with clues luring...

A deadly marathon. A missing runner. Can a silver-haired sleuth discover the truth before the race reaches a fatal finish? Perceptive amateur sleuth, ‘Mama Rose’ Hardie just wants to make her ailing husband comfortable. Putting aside her dedication to wildlife and community, she whisks him off to a luxury lodge for a breathtaking getaway. But when a young athlete jogs into the bush and never returns, Rose is torn between remaining at her partner’s side and her fears for the woman’s plight. When her husband is rushed to hospital and a woman’s body is found on the savannah, Rose ...

Welcome to Sweetgum Hollow—where stories grow wilder than blackberry vines and one red-haired girl can stir up more truth than a Southern storm. Meet Jennymae “Jingles” Tibbins: a feisty, 13-year-old sparkplug with a jangle in her pocket, a rebel spirit, and a sweet tea wit that cuts through nonsense like a butter knife through biscuits. In these pages, you’ll ride shotgun through the Deep South—on dirt roads, church pews, and secrets buried beneath front porch chatter. Jingles doesn’t aim to cause trouble, but truth has a funny way of finding her—and when it does, it sure ...

"When Winds Blow West" is a triumph of storytelling, a novel that captures the devastating reality of modern-day refugees and takes the reader on a heart-wrenching journey through the Syrian Civil War. This powerful story has been hailed as one of the best works on the subject and is a must-read for anyone seeking to understand the complexities of the human experience in times of conflict. Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of "When Winds Blow West" AI Illustrated Edition - a one-of-a-kind masterpiece. With over 50 mesmerizing illustrations, the story comes to life, making this book ...

This book is a comprehensive guide to web stories and how they can be used for a variety of purposes, including business, publishing, and non-profit organizations. The book covers the basics of web stories, including their features, how to create and publish them, and how to optimize them for different devices. The book also explores the different ways web stories can be used to increase brand awareness, drive sales, increase audience engagement, and drive donations. Case studies of businesses, publishers, and non-profit organizations that have successfully used web stories are provided, as...

Songs of a Sourdough is the first published volume of verse from the man who would become "The Bard of the Yukon", Robert W. Service. This volume contains 33 verses exploring characters, landscapes, and life in the early days on Canada's last frontier. From the hardships to the humanity, and from harlots to the heart, Service's work breaks trail to a new way to look at Klondike.

Unlock the secrets of modern digital success with "AI in Social Media Content," your ultimate guide to navigating, mastering, and innovating within the ever-evolving landscape of social media. Perfect for content creators, marketers, and anyone intrigued by the fusion of technology and creativity, this eBook delves into the transformative power of artificial intelligence in shaping social media interactions. Embark on a journey through the dynamic world of viral videos as you explore the evolution of platforms and the rise of short-form content. Discover how AI has become the game-changer ...

Family storytelling at its most hilarious, the Maynard Moose tales of Willy Claflin entertain all ages. An excellent choice for family car trips, these whimsical retellings excite young imaginations and delight young and old with their creative use of language.

What About the Baby?: Some Thoughts on the Art of Fiction gathers the best-selling novelist Alice McDermott’s pithiest wisdom about her chosen art, acquired over a lifetime as an acclaimed writer and teacher of writing.

The concept of using storytelling in personal and business applications is not new. The idea of using stories in our daily lives is embedded into the human condition. People are instinctively drawn to hearing stories and telling stories. This is certainly not the first book on storytelling or even the first book on storytelling in business and other situations. However, many of the books on storytelling concentrate on making the case for using stories in business and everyday situations. As the title implies, this book takes a more practical approach to storytelling. The book focuses on the...