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  • The Complete Idiot's Guide to Speed Readingby Abby Marks Beale; Pam Mullan

    Penguin Group Inc. 2008; US$ 13.99

    On your marks, get set, read! Most adults today are working with antiquated skills and ingrained beliefs about their reading abilities, or lack thereof. But with the tips and examples offered in The Complete Idiot?s Guide® to Speed Reading, getting through a load of must-do reading doesn?t have to be an arduous or overwhelming chore. The strategies are surprisingly simple once revealed. With practice, readers will not only speed through and understand books, articles, and professional journals but will also build their personal reading confidence and competence. * Written by a reading specialist * Useful for students, business people, lawyers, doctors * Includes how-to strategies as well as practice timed readings * Tips for reading on... more...

  • Storyby Robert McKee

    HarperCollins 2010; US$ 19.99

    Robert McKee's screenwriting workshops have earned him an international reputation for inspiring novices, refining works in progress and putting major screenwriting careers back on track. Quincy Jones, Diane Keaton, Gloria Steinem, Julia Roberts, John Cleese and David Bowie are just a few of his celebrity alumni. Writers, producers, development executives and agents all flock to his lecture series, praising it as a mesmerizing and intense learning experience. In Story , McKee expands on the concepts he teaches in his $450 seminars (considered a must by industry insiders), providing readers with the most comprehensive, integrated explanation of the craft of writing for the screen. No one better understands how all the elements of a screenplay... more...

  • Practical Lock Pickingby Deviant Ollam

    Elsevier Science 2011; US$ 34.95

    For the first time, Deviant Ollam, one of the security industry's best-known lockpicking teachers, has assembled an instructional manual geared specifically toward penetration testers. Unlike other texts on the subject (which tend to be either massive volumes detailing every conceivable style of lock or brief "spy manuals" that only skim the surface) this book is for INFOSEC professionals that need essential, core knowledge of lockpicking and seek the ability to open most locks with relative ease. Deviant's material is presented with rich, detailed diagrams and is offered in easy-to-follow lessons which allow even beginners to acquire the knowledge very quickly. Everything from straightforward lockpicking to quick-entry techniques like shimming,... more...

  • Bourinot's Rules of Orderby Geoffrey Stanford

    McClelland & Stewart 2011; US$ 9.99

    Nervous about chairing a meeting? Puzzled by the lingo of quorums and motions and adjournments? Wondering how to prevent someone from monopolizing the discussion?   Bourinot’s Rules of Order is the definitive guide to conducting meetings, large and small, formal and relaxed. Based on the procedures of the House of Commons in Ottawa, these rules outline all the steps and the details you need to know to run or take part in fair and successful meetings. Stanford’s succinct and clearly written directions will help you get through your agenda in the smoothest and most effective way possible. more...

  • Speak Like a Presidentby Simon Maier

    A&C Black 2010; US$ 12.99

    For some people, making presentations of any type can be a trial; others relish the opportunity to speak to others, but are they really inspiring and engaging their audience with what they say, rather than catering to their own ego? In this book, Simon Maier offers an essential guide to the power of rhetoric and oratory for executives, managers, consultants, sales professionals or anyone, in fact, who needs to get their message across powerfully and convincingly. Covering key issues such as: understanding what makes a great speaker; how to find your voice; how to choose the best speech style; and pitfalls to avoid, Speak Like a President will help you speak with passion, confidence and influence whatever your topic or audience. For some people,... more...

  • Handbook of Psychologyby George Stricker; Thomas A. Widiger; Irving B. Weiner

    John Wiley & Sons, Inc. 2003; US$ 132.00

    Includes established theories and cutting-edge developments. Presents the work of an international group of experts. Presents the nature, origin, implications, an future course of major unresolved issues in the area. more...

  • Handbook of Psychologyby Arthur M. Nezu; Christine M. Nezu; Pamela A. Geller; Irving B. Weiner

    John Wiley & Sons, Inc. 2003; US$ 132.00

    Includes established theories and cutting-edge developments. Presents the work of an international group of experts. Presents the nature, origin, implications, an future course of major unresolved issues in the area. more...

  • Handbook of Psychologyby Alan M. Goldstein; Irving B. Weiner

    John Wiley & Sons, Inc. 2003; US$ 132.00

    Includes established theories and cutting-edge developments. Presents the work of an international group of experts. Presents the nature, origin, implications, an future course of major unresolved issues in the area. more...

  • Quick Arithmeticby Robert A. Carman; Marilyn J. Carman

    John Wiley & Sons, Inc. 2002; US$ 17.95

    Master math at your own pace! Does working with numbers often frustrate you? Do you need to brush up on your basic math skills? Do you feel math stands between you and your career goals, or a better grade at school? Quick Arithmetic, Third Edition is the quickest and easiest way to teach yourself the basic math skills you need to advance on the job or in school. Using cartoons and a clear writing style, this practical guide provides a fresh start for learning or reviewing how to work with whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percentages. The book's proven self-teaching approach allows you to work at your own pace and learn only the material you need. Previews and objectives at the beginning of each section help you determine your particular... more...

  • Handbook of Psychologyby Alice F. Healy; Robert W. Proctor; Irving B. Weiner

    John Wiley & Sons, Inc. 2003; US$ 132.00

    Includes established theories and cutting-edge developments. Presents the work of an international group of experts. Presents the nature, origin, implications, and future course of major unresolved issues in the area. more...