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The Elements of Style (Coyote Canyon Press Classics)
William Strunk
Coyote Canyon Press, 2007
a concise review of grammar rules, extremely useful!
William Strunk's book "The Elements of Style" was recommended to me by an American friend, whose linguistic abilities I value very high. I ordered the book immediately and was surprised, when it arrived, by how thin it was. It turned out to be a compendium, which would ...
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The Chicago Manual of Style
University Of Chicago Press, 2003
Excellent Guide
I purchased this for my mom who is a freelance editor. She had an older version but sat down and read this one like some would read a novel. She was thrilled to get it and loves it. We searched in vain for this at second hand book stores, no one is reselling this ...
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The Four Agreements: A Practical Guide to Personal Freedom, A Toltec Wisdom Book
Don Miguel Ruiz
Amber-Allen Publishing, 2001
unique wisdom
I just finished this book today. My mentor suggested it to me after I had a serious breakdown due to coming to terms with the way my mother treated me as a child and continues to treat me and how that has affected the person I am today and my daily life. This book ...
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Parenting With Love And Logic (Updated and Expanded Edition)
Foster W. Cline, Jim Fay
Pinon Press, 2006
This book is in line with recent studies
For the people reviewing this book who think it is cruel to children, or might lead to a drop in self-esteem, I suggest reading a study by a Dr. Dweck. It did a study on praising children, and the gist of the study is that children respond better to being told they ...
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Six Disciplines® Execution Revolution: Solving the One Business Problem That Makes Solving All Other Problems ...
Gary Harpst
Six Disciplines Publishing, 2008
Planning and Execution
While the ultimate message put forth in this book is about executing your plans and how to go about that, it is very much based on what needs to be done first - and that is Planning, Goal-Setting. Without this foundation in place first, any actions in business will be ...
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The Complete User's Guide to the Amazing Amazon Kindle (Take advantage of this terrific price to get the most ...
Harvard Perspectives Press (hppress.blogspot.com), 2007
Good reference material
Seems people either love this material or hate it. When I buy something new I try and find something to use besides what the owners' guide. The Kindle is a remarkable piece of hardware, and the author has listed a lot of things it can do not mentioned in the ...
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The Secret
Rhonda Byrne
Atria Books/Beyond Words, 2006
The Secret
The Secret
This a wonderful book for anyone needing more positive thinking in their life. This book is about the Law of Attraction. That we all have the power to attract everything in our universe. Good or bad. It's about the way we live our life. If you're wanting ...
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Have a New Kid by Friday: How to Change Your Child's Attitude, Behavior & Character in 5 Days
Dr. Kevin Leman
Revell, 2008
Have a New Kid by Friday
Every parent should read this book! Well written and humorous. Gives terrific ideas on disciplining your children.
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1-2-3 Magic: Effective Discipline for Children 2-12 (123 Magic)
Thomas W. Phelan
Parentmagic, Inc., 2004
Thank you!
I feel like a better parent and a better person. The strategies described in this book worked for my 4 year old twins. My husband has stopped spanking because he has watched me and now we count bad behavior together.
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You Can Heal Your Life (Gift Edition)
Louise Hay
Hay House, 1999
highly recommended
I highly recommend this book to anyone interested in helping himsef/herself improve their thoungts and positive energy.
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Execution: The Discipline of Getting Things Done
Larry Bossidy, Ram Charan, ...
Crown Business, 2002
Management Take Notice
Execution is a must read for all Executives. So many in management have trouble making decisions for fear of the Old Boy Network politics. Larry Bossidy would have none of that, and changed out his Executive staff until he had one's who would EXECUTE!
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The First Days Of School: How To Be An Effective Teacher
Harry K. Wong; Rosemary T. Wong
Harry K. Wong Publications, 2004
Great Quality
The book that I ordered came very quick, and it is in really great condition. I am really satisfied with the product that I received.
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Love and Logic Magic for Early Childhood: Practical Parenting from Birth to Six Years
Jim Fay, Charles Fay
Love & Logic Press, 2002
AWESOME
Great book lots of great advice!! things that I've actually put to use and to my great surprise it worked!! I do recommend this product!!
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Words Their Way: Word Study for Phonics, Vocabulary, and Spelling Instruction (4th Edition) (Words Their Way ...
Donald R. Bear, Marcia Invernizzi, ...
Prentice Hall, 2007
Very useful for homeschoolers too...
My children attended a public school where this program was used. When I brought them home due to their various LDs/allergies, I balked at the $40 price tag of this book and opted for the less expensive Spectrum Spelling books for their grade level. I found those to ...
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When Things Fall Apart: Heart Advice for Difficult Times
Pema Chodron
Shambhala, 2005
Pema Chodron Shines
This book is written for those who don't necessarily indentify as Buddhists, and/or don't practice Buddhist doctrines. That being said, this is a book that has helped many fledling Buddhists come to understand how the mind works, how one can tame the ego, and make ...
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