Download or read book Word Stash written by Bill Casselman and published by Trafford Publishing. This book was released on 2017-10-13 with total page 363 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Samples of the gems which glitter and await the reader inside Bill Casselmans Word Stash: Ever helpful, I offer readers handy tips not just about words but about living. In a chapter on avoiding tired weather words, I write Likewise disdained in weather response is understatement. When a small child is blown away down the block towards an operating hay-baling machine, dont say, Looks like the breeze has freshened. On the contrary, scream and run madly to retrieve the aerial infant. But, during weather commentaries, overstatement may also be scorned. At the onset of a thunder-clap which sends a pet dachshund under grandmothers shawl, do not leap on the barbeque canopy and shout, Action stations! What was my aim in writing this collection of short essays about language? In each chapter I tried to select one word not merely rare, but a choice vocable that is in fact le mot recherch, a term uncommon to the point of pretentiousness. Email response reveals that readers of my work want to expand their vocabularies. So why else am I here, if not to foist upon innocent readers the most obscure word-mosses scraped from oblivions grotto? With that modest caution then, I invite readers to press onward, toward the broad, sunlit uplands of enlightenment, where new words dwell.
Download or read book Stashbuster Knits written by Melissa Leapman and published by Potter Craft. This book was released on 2011-11-15 with total page 146 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: There’s no such thing as too much yarn. As renowned knitwear designer Melissa Leapman knows all too well, every knitter has a stash of yarn that they just can’t bear to part with: the one or two extra balls of yarn bought “just in case,” or the bits and pieces leftover from completed projects. Stashbuster Knits gives you the absolute best way to use—and enjoy—your treasured yarn collection guilt free. Leapman offers valuable step-by-step guidance on organizing and shopping your stash to inspire creative new knitting ideas and color combinations. Then she gives you 21 ingenious projects for men, women, children, and home that are designed so no one will ever guess they were made from odds and ends. Included are projects both large and small, from a glorious Fair Isle sweater for your favorite guy to a chic little scarf made with a Magic Ball. Each yarn weight has its own chapter, from super fine to super bulky, ensuring that knitters will find a way to use every piece of stored-up yarn. Filled with tips and hints on customizing projects and ideas to use even the tiniest bits of yarn, Leapman’s Stashbuster Knits will help transform your beloved stash into projects you’ll love even more. So dive into your closets, dig into your bins, rifle through your drawers, and bring your precious yarn out of hiding. Let’s begin putting that stash to good use!
Download or read book You Were Born 1 written by Syldia Bailey-Walker and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2012-05-16 with total page 131 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the moment you were conceived, as a tiny spermatozoa wrestling to push ahead of all its mates to reach the egg, you were born a winner. Yet, how often do you find yourself living life with the victorious attitude of afirst-place finisher? Too often, people find themselves discouraged because theyforget that their lives began as a result of a personal victory. In this book, you will find tips and practical advice on how to act, look, feel, and think like the #1 person that you are. You will learn how to quit procrastinating, become more organized, develop the confidence of a born-leader and have a more positive outlook on life. These tips, served alongside personal, real-life anecdotes that illustrate how these tips have succeeded when they have been put into action, will inspire you to live the kind of heroic life that you were destined for. If you struggle with low self-esteem or often find yourself dragged down by your own fears and inadequacies, You Were Born #1 can help you make the necessary changes in your thinking and habits that will lead you toward a happier and more fulfilled life.
Download or read book Dictionary of Word and Phrase Origins written by William Morris and published by . This book was released on 1962 with total page 328 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Arranged in alphabetical order for handy reference, this book contains more than 3,000 everyday words and expressions. It tells where these comes from, and what they really mean. (Publisher).
Download or read book Dictionary of Contemporary Slang written by Tony Thorne and published by A&C Black. This book was released on 2009-01-01 with total page 513 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With more than 7,000 definitions, this book provides a definitive guide to the use of slang today. It deals with drugs, sport and contemporary society, as well as favourite slang topics such as sex and bodily functions. In this convenient paperback edition of the highly acclaimed Dictionary of Contemporary Slang, language and culture expert Tony Thorne explores the ever-changing underworld of the English language, bringing back intriguing examples of eccentricity and irreverence from the linguistic front-line. "Thorne is a kind of slang detective, going down the streets where other lexicographers fear to tread." Daily Telegraph
Download or read book The Girls written by Lori Lansens and published by Vintage Canada. This book was released on 2009-02-24 with total page 466 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In Lori Lansens’ astonishing second novel, readers come to know and love two of the most remarkable characters in Canadian fiction. Rose and Ruby are twenty-nine-year-old conjoined twins. Born during a tornado to a shocked teenaged mother in the hospital at Leaford, Ontario, they are raised by the nurse who helped usher them into the world. Aunt Lovey and her husband, Uncle Stash, are middle-aged and with no children of their own. They relocate from the town to the drafty old farmhouse in the country that has been in Lovey’s family for generations. Joined to Ruby at the head, Rose’s face is pulled to one side, but she has full use of her limbs. Ruby has a beautiful face, but her body is tiny and she is unable to walk. She rests her legs on her sister’s hip, rather like a small child or a doll. In spite of their situation, the girls lead surprisingly separate lives. Rose is bookish and a baseball fan. Ruby is fond of trash TV and has a passion for local history. Rose has always wanted to be a writer, and as the novel opens, she begins to pen her autobiography. Here is how she begins: I have never looked into my sister’s eyes. I have never bathed alone. I have never stood in the grass at night and raised my arms to a beguiling moon. I’ve never used an airplane bathroom. Or worn a hat. Or been kissed like that. I’ve never driven a car. Or slept through the night. Never a private talk. Or solo walk. I’ve never climbed a tree. Or faded into a crowd. So many things I’ve never done, but oh, how I’ve been loved. And, if such things were to be, I’d live a thousand lives as me, to be loved so exponentially. Ruby, with her marvellous characteristic logic, points out that Rose’s autobiography will have to be Ruby’s as well — and how can she trust Rose to represent her story accurately? Soon, Ruby decides to chime in with chapters of her own. The novel begins with Rose, but eventually moves to Ruby’s point of view and then switches back and forth. Because the girls face in slightly different directions, neither can see what the other is writing, and they don’t tell each other either. The reader is treated to sometimes overlapping stories told in two wonderfully distinct styles. Rose is given to introspection and secrecy. Ruby’s style is "tell-all" — frank and decidedly sweet. We learn of their early years as the town "freaks" and of Lovey’s and Stash’s determination to give them as normal an upbringing as possible. But when we meet them, both Lovey and Stash are dead, the girls have moved back into town, and they’ve received some ominous news. They are on the verge of becoming the oldest surviving craniopagus (joined at the head) twins in history, but the question of whether they’ll live to celebrate their thirtieth birthday is suddenly impossible to answer. In Rose and Ruby, Lori Lansens has created two precious characters, each distinct and loveable in their very different ways, and has given them a world in Leaford that rings absolutely true. The girls are unforgettable. The Girls is nothing short of a tour de force.
Download or read book California Prison Slang Dictionary written by Eric Sturgess and published by Rose of Sharon Publishing. This book was released on 2023-10-17 with total page 417 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: How do inmates speak behind bars in California? Prison slang can vary between different facilities. However, if you are someone particularly interested in California prisons, whether you're someone in law enforcement or a criminal justice student, the California Prison Slang Dictionary is for you.
This definitive prison book features over 3,000 meticulously curated entries — a comprehensive and up-to-date collection that gives you a glimpse of the cryptic conversations of California inmates who navigate the harsh realities of prison life.
This compilation is a result of years of research and firsthand experience by Eric "Superman" Sturgess, a former correctional officer at the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation. He is now a highly accomplished investor and Day Trader, engaging in trading activities with a substantial value of stocks annually.
Unlock the lexicon of California prison culture.
Download or read book Knitknacks written by Kari Cornell and published by . This book was released on with total page 106 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Taking a light-hearted approach to the art that keeps us in stitches, this nimble little book is filled with comical stories and words of wisdom, providing a humorous glimpse into the world of knitting. With laugh-out-loud tales of the allure of yarn, suggestions for the best places to knit (An ice shanty on a Minnesota lake, perhaps? Or maybe on the back of a motorcycle?), and the tell-tale signs of yarn-collecting spinning out of control, this nifty work is illustrated throughout with amusing vintage pattern booklets, advertisements, photographs, and charming artwork.
Download or read book A Stash of One s Own written by Clara Parkes and published by Abrams. This book was released on 2017-09-12 with total page 182 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this anthology from the author of The Yarn Whisperer, twenty-one devoted knitters examine a subject that is irresistible to us all: the yarn stash. Anyone with a passion has a stash, whether it is a collection of books or enough yarn to exceed several life expectancies. With her trademark wit, Clara Parkes brings together fascinating stories from all facets of stash-keeping and knitting life—from KonMari minimalist to joyous collector, designer to dyer, spinner to social worker, scholar to sheep farmer. Whether the yarn stash is muse, memento, creative companion, career guide, or lifeline in tough times, these deeply engaging stories take a fascinating look at why we collect, what we cherish, and how we let go. Contributors include New York Times–bestselling authors Stephanie Pearl-McPhee and Debbie Stoller, Meg Swansen and Franklin Habit, Ann Shayne and Kay Gardiner, Adrienne Martini, and a host of others. Named one of the top ten lifestyle books for fall 2017 by Publisher’s Weekly.
Download or read book The New Partridge Dictionary of Slang and Unconventional English J Z written by Eric Partridge and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 2006 with total page 1150 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Entry includes attestations of the head word's or phrase's usage, usually in the form of a quotation. Annotation ©2006 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com).
Download or read book Crown of Slaves written by David Weber and published by Baen Books. This book was released on 2003 with total page 393 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "And, just to put the icing on the cake, the radical freed slave organization, the Audubon Ballroom, is also on the scene - led by its notorious and ruthless assassin, Jeremy X."--BOOK JACKET.
Download or read book Words Fail Me written by Patricia T. O'Conner and published by HMH. This book was released on 2000-09-07 with total page 210 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the bestselling author of Woe Is I: A guide to grammar fundamentals that’s sympathetic to the struggling writer and often just plain funny” (The Seattle Times). Whether you need to improve your skills for work or school, or aspire to the Great American Novel, a grounding in grammar, spelling, and punctuation is essential—not just to make you look like a professional but to communicate effectively in emails, essays, or anything you need to write. This painless, practical book is filled with short, snappy chapters, crystal-clear examples, and a “playful sense of humor” (The New York Times Book Review)—covering everything from “Pronoun Pileups” and “Verbs That Zing” to “What to Do When You’re Stuck.” With these simple, straightforward tips, you can learn how to sort your thoughts and make sentences that make sense. “Students writing papers, employees preparing reports, and those who just want to be understood in print may benefit from this fun-to-use answer to Strunk and White. O’Connor uses humor as she takes apart sentences and their parts and shows how each element is used effectively.” —Booklist
Download or read book The Broken Teaglass written by Emily Arsenault and published by Bantam. This book was released on 2011-09-13 with total page 386 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: NATIONAL BESTSELLER A NEW YORK TIMES NOTABLE CRIME BOOK OF THE YEAR In the maze of cubicles at Samuelson Company, editorial assistant Billy Webb struggles to focus while helping to prepare the next edition of a dictionary. But there are distractions. He senses that something suspicious is going on beneath this company’s academic façade. What’s more, his (possibly) flirtatious co-worker Mona Minot has just made a startling discovery: a trove of puzzling citations, all taken from the same book, The Broken Teaglass. Billy and Mona soon learn that no such book exists. And the quotations read like a confession, coyly hinting at a hidden identity, a secret liaison, a crime. As Billy and Mona try to unearth the truth, the puzzle begins to take on bigger meaning for both of them, compelling them to redefine their notions of themselves and each other. The Broken Teaglass is at once a literary mystery, a cautious love story, and an ingenious suspense novel that will delight fans of brilliantly inventive fiction.
Download or read book And The Rat Laughed EasyRead Super Large 24pt Edition written by and published by ReadHowYouWant.com. This book was released on with total page 542 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
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Download or read book K 12 Education Concepts Methodologies Tools and Applications written by Management Association, Information Resources and published by IGI Global. This book was released on 2013-09-30 with total page 1765 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Primary and Secondary education is a formative time for young students. Lessons learned before the rigors of higher education help to inform learners future successes, and the increasing prevalence of learning tools and technologies can both help and hinder students in their endeavors. K-12 Education: Concepts, Methodologies, Tools, and Applications investigates the latest advances in online and mobile learning, as well as pedagogies and ontologies influenced by current developments in information and communication technologies, enabling teachers, students, and administrators to make the most of their educational experience. This multivolume work presents all stakeholders in K-12 education with the tools necessary to facilitate the next generation of student-teacher interaction.
Download or read book Wifey Material written by Blythe Dowling-Eversly and published by Darn Pretty Books. This book was released on 2024-01-10 with total page 352 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “Happy wife. Happy life.” This recurrent phrase has slowly morphed from folksy colloquialism to full-blown mantra by an ever-increasing share of married men all around the modern world. The irony [or the ignominy–depending on which side of the aisle you sit on] being that no such idiom appears to exist in the reverse. Nevertheless, for Bethuel “Bee” Blazey, finding that special someone to stand beside him while he grows his family business has proven to be an exercise in futility. More meme than Kermit the Frog sipping black tea. Introducing, M.A.I.A., short for Modifiable Artificial Intelligence Android. Designed to complement the forgotten men and women on the go who struggle with the ever-evolving intricacies of relationships in today’s hyperactive, online-focused world. Maia’s unique conjugal abilities would prove to be a welcome addition to Bee’s mental, physical and emotional well-being. But as renowned 19th century poet, Emily Dickinson, once wrote, “Fame Is A Bee.” The more self-aware Maia becomes, the more Bee realizes that the old adage still rings true: There’s no such thing as a free lunch. Everything comes with a price. He is at a crossroads with the machine poised to take total control. If a return to normalcy is what he truly desires, then it is action he must take; while being cognizant to remember Newton’s third law: “For every action, there’s an equal and opposite reaction.” The battle of the sexes has just been upgraded.
