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The Synonym Finder

Edited by J. I. Rodale ...

Originally published in 1961 by the founder of Rodale Inc., The Synonym Finder continues to be a practical reference tool for every home and office. This thesaurus contains more than 1 million synonyms, arranged alphabetically, with separate subdivisions for the different parts of speech and meanings of the same word. ... Read more

$6.99 CAD

Originally published in 1961 by the founder of Rodale Inc., The Synonym Finder continues to be a practical reference tool for every home and office. This thesaurus contains more than 1 million synonyms, arranged alphabetically, with separate subdivisions for the different parts of speech and meanings of the same word.
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The Emotion Thesaurus: A Writer's Guide to Character Expression

Second Edition

by Becca Puglisi, Angela Ackerman ...

Series Book 1 - Writers Helping Writers Series
The bestselling Emotion Thesaurus, often hailed as “the gold standard for writers” and credited with transforming how writers craft emotion, has now been expanded to include 55 new entries!One of the biggest struggles for writers is how to convey emotion to readers in a unique and compelling way. When showing our characters’ feelings, we often use the first idea that comes to mind, and they end up ... Read more

$8.61 CAD

The bestselling Emotion Thesaurus, often hailed as “the gold standard for writers” and credited with transforming how writers craft emotion, has now been expanded to include 55 new entries!One of the biggest struggles for writers is how to convey emotion to readers in a unique and compelling way. When showing our characters’ feelings, we often use the first idea that comes to mind, and they end up
... Read more
The Negative Trait Thesaurus: A Writer's Guide to Character Flaws

by Becca Puglisi, Angela Ackerman ...

Series Book 2 - Writers Helping Writers Series
Crafting likable, interesting characters is a balancing act, and finding that perfect mix of strengths and weaknesses can be difficult. Not only does a well-drawn protagonist need positive attributes to help him succeed, he must also have flaws that humanize him and give him something to overcome. The same is true of villains and the rest of the story’s supporting cast. So how can writers figure ... Read more

$8.61 CAD

Crafting likable, interesting characters is a balancing act, and finding that perfect mix of strengths and weaknesses can be difficult. Not only does a well-drawn protagonist need positive attributes to help him succeed, he must also have flaws that humanize him and give him something to overcome. The same is true of villains and the rest of the story’s supporting cast. So how can writers figure
... Read more
The Emotional Wound Thesaurus: A Writer's Guide to Psychological Trauma

by Becca Puglisi, Angela Ackerman ...

Series Book 6 - Writers Helping Writers Series
Readers connect to characters with depth, ones who have experienced life’s ups and downs. To deliver key players that are both realistic and compelling, writers must know them intimately—not only who they are in the present story, but also what made them that way. Of all the formative experiences in a character’s past, none are more destructive than emotional wounds. The aftershocks of trauma can ... Read more

$8.61 CAD

Readers connect to characters with depth, ones who have experienced life’s ups and downs. To deliver key players that are both realistic and compelling, writers must know them intimately—not only who they are in the present story, but also what made them that way. Of all the formative experiences in a character’s past, none are more destructive than emotional wounds. The aftershocks of trauma can
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The Positive Trait Thesaurus: A Writer's Guide to Character Attributes

by Becca Puglisi, Angela Ackerman ...

Series Book 3 - Writers Helping Writers Series
It’s a writer’s job to create compelling characters who can withstand life’s fallout without giving up. But building authentic, memorable heroes is no easy task. To forge realistic characters, we must hobble them with flaws that set them back while giving them positive attributes to help them achieve their goals. So how do writers choose the right blend of strengths for their characters—attributes ... Read more

$8.61 CAD

It’s a writer’s job to create compelling characters who can withstand life’s fallout without giving up. But building authentic, memorable heroes is no easy task. To forge realistic characters, we must hobble them with flaws that set them back while giving them positive attributes to help them achieve their goals. So how do writers choose the right blend of strengths for their characters—attributes
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The Urban Setting Thesaurus: A Writer's Guide to City Spaces

by Becca Puglisi, Angela Ackerman ...

Series Book 5 - Writers Helping Writers Series
Making readers care and feel like they’re part of the story should be the number one goal of all writers. Ironically, many storytellers fail to maximize one of fiction’s most powerful elements to achieve this: the setting. Rather than being a simple backdrop against which events unfold, every location has the potential to become a conduit for conveying emotion, characterizing the cast, providing ... Read more

$8.61 CAD

Making readers care and feel like they’re part of the story should be the number one goal of all writers. Ironically, many storytellers fail to maximize one of fiction’s most powerful elements to achieve this: the setting. Rather than being a simple backdrop against which events unfold, every location has the potential to become a conduit for conveying emotion, characterizing the cast, providing
... Read more
Master Lists for Writers

Thesauruses, Plots, Character Traits, Names, and More

by Bryn Donovan ...

Get inspired...stay inspired.Write faster...write more!MASTER LISTS FOR WRITERS makes “show, don’t tell” much easier and helps you figure out your story more quickly. In this book, you’ll find:• lists of phrases for describing facial expressions, body language, gestures, physical appearance, and emotions• 175 master plot ideas, including romance, high-stakes, family, and workplace stories• lists ... Read more

$8.99 CAD

Get inspired...stay inspired.Write faster...write more!MASTER LISTS FOR WRITERS makes “show, don’t tell” much easier and helps you figure out your story more quickly. In this book, you’ll find:• lists of phrases for describing facial expressions, body language, gestures, physical appearance, and emotions• 175 master plot ideas, including romance, high-stakes, family, and workplace stories• lists
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Well-Spoken Thesaurus: The Most Powerful Ways to Say Everyday Words and Phrases

by Tom Heehler ...

The Ultimate Guide to Powerful LanguageIf you've ever fumbled while trying to use a big word* to impress a crowd, you know what it's like to* be poorly spoken. The fear of mispronouncing or misusing complex words is real and leaves many of us consigned to the lower levels* of the English Language.The secret to eloquence, however, lies in simplicity-the ability to use ordinary words in ... Read more

$9.62 CAD

The Ultimate Guide to Powerful LanguageIf you've ever fumbled while trying to use a big word* to impress a crowd, you know what it's like to* be poorly spoken. The fear of mispronouncing or misusing complex words is real and leaves many of us consigned to the lower levels* of the English Language.The secret to eloquence, however, lies in simplicity-the ability to use ordinary words in
... Read more
The Occupation Thesaurus: A Writer's Guide to Jobs, Vocations, and Careers

by Becca Puglisi, Angela Ackerman ...

Series Book 7 - Writers Helping Writers Series
What if there was a shortcut for helping readers get to know your characters? Would you take it?Characters are as complex as people and revealing their inner layers without chunky blocks of pace-stopping description is a challenge. The Occupation Thesaurus can help you unlock one of the best tools in your show-don’t-tell writing kit: a character’s job.Occupations are part of our everyday world, ... Read more

$8.61 CAD

What if there was a shortcut for helping readers get to know your characters? Would you take it?Characters are as complex as people and revealing their inner layers without chunky blocks of pace-stopping description is a challenge. The Occupation Thesaurus can help you unlock one of the best tools in your show-don’t-tell writing kit: a character’s job.Occupations are part of our everyday world,
... Read more
Learn French by Easy Phrases

The Easy Way to Learn a Language

by Françoise Chaniac Dumazy ...

Welcome to France.Nothing beats the right phrase. LEARN FRENCH BY EASY PHRASES provides travelers the key words for getting around one of the world’s most visited countries. Turn the pages as Parisian Françoise Chaniac Dumazy lists necessary phrases to guide you through your visit to France.Designed as a compact and comprehensive companion, LEARN FRENCH BY EASY PHRASES is the only language book ... Read more

$4.25 CAD

Welcome to France.Nothing beats the right phrase. LEARN FRENCH BY EASY PHRASES provides travelers the key words for getting around one of the world’s most visited countries. Turn the pages as Parisian Françoise Chaniac Dumazy lists necessary phrases to guide you through your visit to France.Designed as a compact and comprehensive companion, LEARN FRENCH BY EASY PHRASES is the only language book
... Read more
Words that Sell, Revised and Expanded Edition : The Thesaurus to Help You Promote Your Products, Services, and Ideas: The Thesaurus to Help You Promote Your Products, Services, and Ideas

The Thesaurus to Help You Promote Your Products, Services, and Ideas

by Richard Bayan ...

More than 6,000 words and phrases that make the difference between "yadda-yadda-yadda" and copy that sellsLooking for a better way to say "authentic?" Words That Sell gives you 57 alternatives. How about "appealing?" Take your pick from 76 synonyms. You'll even find more than 100 variations on "exciting." Fully updated and expanded, this edition of the copywriting classic is packed with ... Read more

$19.52 CAD

More than 6,000 words and phrases that make the difference between "yadda-yadda-yadda" and copy that sellsLooking for a better way to say "authentic?" Words That Sell gives you 57 alternatives. How about "appealing?" Take your pick from 76 synonyms. You'll even find more than 100 variations on "exciting." Fully updated and expanded, this edition of the copywriting classic is packed with
... Read more
New American Roget's College Thesaurus in Dictionary Form (Revised &Updated)

by Philip D. Morehead ...

The ultimate alphabetically arranged thesaurus that will help you find the right word every time—now bigger and better than ever before!This all-new edition of the classic reference work is the one thesaurus no home or office should be without. As easy to use as a dictionary—and just as important for you to own—this is a unique and indispensable treasury of words that will enable you to express ... Read more

$8.99 CAD

The ultimate alphabetically arranged thesaurus that will help you find the right word every time—now bigger and better than ever before!This all-new edition of the classic reference work is the one thesaurus no home or office should be without. As easy to use as a dictionary—and just as important for you to own—this is a unique and indispensable treasury of words that will enable you to express
... Read more
The Doubleday Roget's Thesaurus in Dictionary Form

by Sidney L. Landau ...

A reference book that belongs on every desk--one of the handiest, best-organized, and most reliable thesauruses available, newly updated to reflect the American language of today. ... Read more

$14.99 CAD

A reference book that belongs on every desk--one of the handiest, best-organized, and most reliable thesauruses available, newly updated to reflect the American language of today.
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The Million Word Crossword Answer Book

by Stanley Newman, Daniel Stark ...

$11.99 CAD
Collins English Dictionary and Thesaurus Essential

by Collins Dictionaries ...

The home of trusted English dictionaries and thesauruses for everyday language use.The perfect word reference for daily use. Specially tailored to meet the needs of the user at home, school, or in the office, Collins English Dictionary and Thesaurus Essential offers all the words and alternatives you might need.Matching dictionary and thesaurus entries are shown together for easy reference, with ... Read more

$9.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

The home of trusted English dictionaries and thesauruses for everyday language use.The perfect word reference for daily use. Specially tailored to meet the needs of the user at home, school, or in the office, Collins English Dictionary and Thesaurus Essential offers all the words and alternatives you might need.Matching dictionary and thesaurus entries are shown together for easy reference, with
... Read more
Naughty Words for Nice Writers

A Romance Novel Thesaurus

by Cara Bristol ...

Third edition. Expanded and updated with more words and categories.A must-have reference for writing romance…If finding the right words for your love scene is challenging, Naughty Words for Nice Writers: A Romance Novel Thesaurus can make it easier. USA Today Bestselling Author Cara Bristol has written a thesaurus and sex scene writing guide for romance authors to help make sex scenes sizzle ... Read more

$8.09 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Third edition. Expanded and updated with more words and categories.A must-have reference for writing romance…If finding the right words for your love scene is challenging, Naughty Words for Nice Writers: A Romance Novel Thesaurus can make it easier. USA Today Bestselling Author Cara Bristol has written a thesaurus and sex scene writing guide for romance authors to help make sex scenes sizzle
... Read more
Learn Italian By Easy Phrases

The Easy Way to Learn a Language

by Sharri Whiting ...

Welcome to Italy.Nothing beats the right phrase. LEARN ITALIAN BY EASY PHRASES provides travelers the right words for getting around one of the world’s most visited countries. Turn the pages as Italian Sharri Whiting lists necessary phrases to guide you through your visit to Italy.Designed as a compact and comprehensive companion, LEARN ITALIAN BY EASY PHRASES is the only language book English ... Read more

$4.25 CAD

Welcome to Italy.Nothing beats the right phrase. LEARN ITALIAN BY EASY PHRASES provides travelers the right words for getting around one of the world’s most visited countries. Turn the pages as Italian Sharri Whiting lists necessary phrases to guide you through your visit to Italy.Designed as a compact and comprehensive companion, LEARN ITALIAN BY EASY PHRASES is the only language book English
... Read more
MASTER LISTS FOR WRITERS

GOLD EDITION

by Bryn Donovan ...

Write faster…write more.Get the expanded edition of the bookthat went viral on social media!Used by thousands of writers around the world—including bestselling authors and screenwriters—MASTER LISTS FOR WRITERS is back and better than ever. The 10th anniversary GOLD EDITION is the ultimate brainstorming tool for storytellers at all experience levels, and it’s the perfect gift for any write... ... Read more

$7.20 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Write faster…write more.Get the expanded edition of the bookthat went viral on social media!Used by thousands of writers around the world—including bestselling authors and screenwriters—MASTER LISTS FOR WRITERS is back and better than ever. The 10th anniversary GOLD EDITION is the ultimate brainstorming tool for storytellers at all experience levels, and it’s the perfect gift for any write...
... Read more
One-Letter Words, a Dictionary

by Craig Conley ...

Merriam-Webster, move over!Until now, no English dictionary ever found the fun or the fascination in revealing the meanings of letters. One-Letter Words, a Dictionary illuminates the more than 1,000 surprising definitions associated with each letter in the English alphabet. For instance, Conley uncovers seventy-six distinct uses of the letter X, the most versatile, most printed letter in the ... Read more

$11.99 CAD

Merriam-Webster, move over!Until now, no English dictionary ever found the fun or the fascination in revealing the meanings of letters. One-Letter Words, a Dictionary illuminates the more than 1,000 surprising definitions associated with each letter in the English alphabet. For instance, Conley uncovers seventy-six distinct uses of the letter X, the most versatile, most printed letter in the
... Read more
Garner's Modern English Usage

by Bryan A. Garner ...

The most original and authoritative voice of today's English lexicography presents a fully revised new edition of his beloved usage dictionary When Bryan Garner published the first edition of A Dictionary of Modern American Usage in 1999, the book quickly became one of the most influential style guides ever written for the English language. After four previous editions and over twenty years, our ... Read more

Was $47.99 CAD Now $28.79 CAD

The most original and authoritative voice of today's English lexicography presents a fully revised new edition of his beloved usage dictionary When Bryan Garner published the first edition of A Dictionary of Modern American Usage in 1999, the book quickly became one of the most influential style guides ever written for the English language. After four previous editions and over twenty years, our
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CELPIP Vocabulary Practice, Levels 7-9: Hundreds of Key Words, Phrases, and Idioms

by Jackie Bolen ...

Essential English vocabulary words for the CELPIP.Improve your CELPIP score by mastering new vocabulary words. You'll see the words and expressions used in a dialogue, find out what they mean and then get an opportunity to practice what you've learned.Pick up a copy of the book today if you want to...Have hundreds of words and expressions in English at your fingertips.Open doors for future ... Read more

$4.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Essential English vocabulary words for the CELPIP.Improve your CELPIP score by mastering new vocabulary words. You'll see the words and expressions used in a dialogue, find out what they mean and then get an opportunity to practice what you've learned.Pick up a copy of the book today if you want to...Have hundreds of words and expressions in English at your fingertips.Open doors for future
... Read more
Top 10 Guide to Key Italian Phrases

by Sharri Whiting ...

Welcome to Italy.Nothing beats the right phrase. THE TOP 10 GUIDE TO KEY ITALIAN PHRASES provides travelers the right words for getting around one of the world’s most visited countries. Turn the pages as Italian Sharri Whiting lists necessary phrases to guide you through your visit to Italy.Designed as a compact and comprehensive companion, THE TOP 10 GUIDE TO KEY ITALIAN PHRASES is the only ... Read more

$4.87 CAD

Welcome to Italy.Nothing beats the right phrase. THE TOP 10 GUIDE TO KEY ITALIAN PHRASES provides travelers the right words for getting around one of the world’s most visited countries. Turn the pages as Italian Sharri Whiting lists necessary phrases to guide you through your visit to Italy.Designed as a compact and comprehensive companion, THE TOP 10 GUIDE TO KEY ITALIAN PHRASES is the only
... Read more
Short Stories in English for Intermediate Learners: Master English Reading, Vocabulary, and Grammar

by Jackie Bolen ...

Improve your reading comprehension skills with English stories.What would it mean for your studies or career to be able to read freely in English? How about understanding more vocabulary, including phrases, idioms, slang and expressions? These short stories in English for intermediate learners are designed to improve your English quickly and easily.Pick up a copy of the book today if you want to.. ... Read more

$5.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Improve your reading comprehension skills with English stories.What would it mean for your studies or career to be able to read freely in English? How about understanding more vocabulary, including phrases, idioms, slang and expressions? These short stories in English for intermediate learners are designed to improve your English quickly and easily.Pick up a copy of the book today if you want to..
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IELTS Speaking Vocabulary Builder Band 7 & 8: Master Idioms, Phrasal Verbs, Collocations, & Slang

by Jackie Bolen ...

Thousands of English words to get a band 7/8 on the IELTS speaking exam!Sound like a native speaker with these common expressions, phrases, idioms, collocations and slang that are used in the USA and around the world. This IELTS prep workbook will help you get the results you want.Pick up a copy of this learning English tool if you want to...Have hundreds of words and expressions in American ... Read more

$5.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Thousands of English words to get a band 7/8 on the IELTS speaking exam!Sound like a native speaker with these common expressions, phrases, idioms, collocations and slang that are used in the USA and around the world. This IELTS prep workbook will help you get the results you want.Pick up a copy of this learning English tool if you want to...Have hundreds of words and expressions in American
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