Writing & Language
One Minute Mandarin
Peter Coyne
Format: Paperback
An unashamedly practical introduction to spoken Mandarin Chinese, for anyone who wants to impress their Chinese hosts, but doesn't have time to take a proper language course. Designed specifically for busy professionals traveling to China for work, it includes essential phrases that are easy to learn and pronounce, as well as invaluable cultural background.
Writing at Work
Neil James
Format: Paperback
Based on workshops developed by the Plain English Foundation, this is a practical, well-tested manual for anyone who needs to get it right the first time when they're writing reports, tenders, letters and other documents at work.
Cheerio Tom, Dick and Harry
Ruth Wajnryb
Format: Paperback
From wordmeister Ruth Wajnryb, a witty and thought provoking examination of the words that once peppered our language but are now fading from use.
The Memoir Book
Patti Miller
Format: Paperback
A clear, engaging and practical 'how-to' guide to writing a memoir, by Australia's foremost teacher and practitioner of memoir and life writing, Patti Miller.
Success with Asian Names
Fiona Swee-Lin Price
Format: Paperback
A handy little guide to the correct usage and pronunciation of names from the main countries across the Asian region. It is designed for anyone who manages mailing lists, teaches international students or interacts regularly with people from anywhere in Asia.
Umm ...: A complete guide to public speaking
James O'Loghlin
Format: Paperback
Public speakers are not born. They are made. This practical and friendly book shows you how to make any kind of speech with confidence and ease.
Language Most Foul
Ruth Wajnryb
Format: Paperback
A meticulously researched, highly entertaining, idiosyncratic look at the how, why and what of bad language around the world.
The Writing Experiment
Hazel Smith
Format: Paperback
Experienced writing teacher Hazel Smith demystifies the process of creative writing, providing exercises and examples to show how it can be systematically learnt.
The Art of Romance Writing
Valerie Parv
Format: Paperback
With more than twenty million books sold internationally, Valerie Parv has made love and romance a career. This fully revised and expanded new edition is a necessity for the bookshelves of all hopeful romance writers.
