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EPISODE 30: In 2006, the teenage son of Cuban immigrants in America has a dream, which inspires him to write his first short story. He pitches it to a publisher who immediately offers him a deal, but soon a private detective starts investigating him. After the two men clash, the young writer learns that he is a suspect in an intellectual crime he hadn’t committed. (Standalone version.) Available also in print as part of the STARCALL Anthology, Vol.3, illustrated by the author. The eBook is not illustrated to save on file size.

Over the course of 10 informative and engaging sessions, you'll delve deep into the basic vocabulary, words and phrases that are commonly used in everyday situations in Argentina. This course is also applicable to parts of Uruguay that follow many aspects of this Spanish dialect. From the very first session, you'll learn the proper pronunciation and accent differences that set Argentine Spanish apart from other dialects. This dialect is also referred to as Rioplatense Castilian and River Plate Spanish.

Aprende inglés desde cero es un curso que combina la gramática con vocabulario, pronunciación, errores comunes, expresiones útiles y otros aspectos fundamentales del inglés para ofrecer una experiencia completa a aquellas personas con un nivel principiante. Está pensado tanto para los que tienen algunas nociones básicas del inglés como para los que necesitan empezar a aprender inglés desde cero.

With Easy Spanish Grammar 1, you learn how Spanish sentences are constructed through clear examples spoken by native Spanish speakers and with simple explanations in clear English given by Mark Frobose, the Language Guy. Whether you hate grammar, fear it, or simply want to be able to use it effectively to speak better Spanish, then Language Guy's Easy Spanish Grammar is for you.

Grape, Olive, Pig reveals hidden gems and enduring delicacies from across this extraordinary country, contextualizing each meal with the stories behind the food in a cultural narrative. Whether you've visited Spain or have only dreamed of bellying up to its tapas bars, Grape, Olive, Pig will wake your imagination, rouse your hunger, and capture your heart.

We really appreciate that you have taken an interest in this book. We are confident that you won't be disappointed. Why? Because it was written specifically with you in mind as well as every other student of the Spanish language who really wants to get control of their pronouns. Our promise to you: We promise you that once you have worked through the straightforward systems, the easy explanations and the practical exercises found in this book, you will be able to do the following with confidence: •Understand the job of each pronoun. •Easily choose between Direct and Indirect pronouns.

From the coral reefs of Barbados to the jungles and fabled cities of the Orinoco and on to the great sea battle with the Spanish Armada, this vibrant novel captures the daring spirit of Elizabethan adventurers who sailed with Sir Francis Drake.

¿Quieres hablar inglés con más fluidez? Hackea tu pronunciación explica las combinaciones de letras y los 44 sonidos que forman la fonética que tanto caracteriza al inglés, que constituyen la fonética inglesa, con ejemplos explicados. En Hackea Tu Pronunciación, analizo cada fonema según la combinación de letras que lo componen y te doy ejemplos de palabras con estos sonidos para que se te haga más fácil entenderlo.

FINDING MY FEET is the second instalment of THE RELUCTANT EXPAT, Alan Laycock’s light-hearted account of his life in Spain. Part Three of Alan’s story is now also available.

THE GUEST’s visit to the author’s Spanish home was meant to be a carefree fortnight of work and leisure, but it didn’t turn out that way. Mike Rippon’s account of John Smith’s eventful stay is both humorous and harrowing, as his guest’s behaviour becomes increasingly odd. Undisputedly an expert golfer, John’s veiled tales of his life as a secret serviceman begin to strike a less than harmonic chord and Mike is soon counting down the days until his departure. John, however, is in no hurry to leave, and despite enlisting the help of his friends, Mike’s undoubted patience and ...

When Pauline Piper reads in the local paper that her old schoolmate Marjorie has published a book and is going to sign copies of it in the local library, she suddenly remembers that she has always wanted to write one. Despite her admission that she has never been able to express herself very well in words, she enlists the help of her patient husband John, a great reader, unlike herself, and begins to pen her very first novel.In her candid account of the ups and downs of authorship, Pauline steers us ably through the process of writing her first work, from its inception to publication day ...

In folktales, the trickster can be the wise one or the fool, the one who fools or the one who is fooled. That is why children of all ages enjoy hearing these tales. The psychology of childhood is pretty much the same everywhere, giving these enjoyable stories universal appeal.

More than six million readers can attest to the heartbreak and courage of Dave Pelzer's story of growing up in an abusive home. His inspirational books have helped countless others triumph over hardship and misfortune. Now this former lost boy, who defeated insurmountable odds to emerge whole and happy, at last takes us on his incredible odyssey toward healing and forgiveness.

The desire for adventure drove Oli to leave Finland and travel across the ocean to 19th century America. Circumstances left Oli in possession of a map showing the location of Spanish gold in what would become a life or death adventure. Travel with Oli from the wharfs of Boston to the peaks of the Rocky Mountains as he follows the dream of a departed friend.

Learning Spanish as a beginner is exciting and rewarding. It facilitates communication, cultural comprehension, and professional development. It improves career prospects, sharpens cognitive abilities, and enhances cultural appreciation. Whether you begin learning Spanish as a child or an adult, it is an invaluable investment in your personal and intellectual development.

The Devil’s backbone is a treacherous coral reef which lies off of the shore of North Eleuthera, Bahamas. The ocean floor between the coral heads is littered with the remnants of numerous shipwrecks that have occurred on the reef, and many legends have their beginnings here. One such legend is cited in this book. Even today, Yachtsmen travelling the waters of North Eleuthera to visit Harbour Island are warned to use the services of a local guide and to advise their insurance companies of their plans.

Does your phone control your every moment, even when you want to disconnect? It’s time to break free—for good. Imagine waking up without immediately reaching for your phone. Picture yourself having uninterrupted conversations, focusing on your passions, and enjoying life without the constant pull of digital distractions. It’s not a dream—this book will show you how to make it your reality. "Your Last Digital Detox" is the ultimate guide to healing your relationship with your phone. This isn’t about short-term fixes or extreme restrictions—it’s about creating lasting habits ...

Eating Olives all the Time. Get your copy of the best and most unique Olives recipes from BookSumo Press! Come take a journey with us into the delights of easy cooking. The point of this cookbook and all our cookbooks is to exemplify the effortless nature of cooking simply. In this book we focus on Olives. Olive Food Recipes is a complete set of simple but very unique Olives recipes. You will find that even though the recipes are simple, the tastes are quite amazing. Besides recipes you will learn about the following: Ancient Cultivation of Olive Role in Ancient Trade and Economy Historical...

From the opulence of his glittering palace in Madrid, devout Catholic King Phillip II of Spain has begun God's work. He plans to build an Armada, to invade his hated enemy, Protestant England. King Phillip will fund his grand enterprise using riches torn from the dank and dripping mines of his New World colonies. Aboard the privateer, Sea Hawk, assisted by a cut-throat crew recruited from the dark, smoke-filled taverns of Plymouth harbour, Sir Richard and his servant Quinn prowl the lonely waters off the South American coastline. Their young Queen, Elizabeth, has secretly issued Richard ...

Hook. The most infamous pirate captain in literature. Who was he really? How did he come to be the captain of the brigantine Jolly Roger? Why did he claim the name of ‘Hook’ to replace the name he had been born with? What drove a student from one of England’s most prestigious schools to seek his fame and fortune as the supreme pirate of the Spanish Main? Sir James Barrie gave us hints about the extraordinary James Hook that only teased at answering these questions and many others. The answer to those many questions is not a tale just for children. From the dives of Tortuga to the sea-...