English Language Arts

Discover the world of Language Learning Models (LLMs) and chatbot development with this comprehensive guide. Designed for learners of all levels, this book provides a step-by-step approach to understanding, creating, and deploying LLM chatbots. Starting with the fundamentals, it explores the intricacies of natural language processing and machine learning, enabling you to grasp how chatbots comprehend and generate human-like language.

Many people wonder why the messages they try to get across never seem to get through, or why they can't seem to interpret those around them. A lot of problems with being understood and understanding others can be traced back to not knowing enough about body language. Although we typically assume that humans communicate mostly using speech, body language is the most important factor in communication.

An irresistible and enchanting journey through human history—from mankind’s earliest fires to the latest smart phones—that tells the surprising and untold story of storytelling. Joan Didion told us, “We tell ourselves stories in order to live.” And yet, the story of stories has never...

Stop racking your brain to figure out what others are really trying to say…. know how to instantly decode the meaning behind their unspoken messages. You don’t have to be a communication expert, detective, or superhero to learn how to recognize and decode social cues. All you need to do is to know exactly what to look for and what they really mean.

Experts have actually proven that most of what we communicate is through our actual body language, with about 60 to 90 percent of the way we communicate being nonverbal. But in How to Analyze People 101, not only will you become an expert at recognizing the different types of body language, but also how to master human behavior and emotions so you can build the ultimate relationships you want in life.

IELTS is the most popular English exam in the world today. It is also the ideal way to perfect the English language from a basic to advanced level. In this series, you will be escorted through the course with Richard Aspinall, a teacher who has a proven track record in teaching the IELTS curriculum successfully all over the world, he will take you through this "easy to follow" step-by-step guide, in which you will be represented by a student and you will learn everything you need to know to improve your English.

Would you receive a ‘char and a wad’ with a grateful smile? If asked to take a ‘dekko’, would you be offended? And if spotted reading the ‘yellow press’, would you be embarrassed?The meaning of these and many other intriguing phrases are defined, and their loss lamented, in this wonderfully nostalgic look at how language has changed over the past few decades.

Named a Best Book of the Year by The Guardian, The Observer (London), Granata, and TLS, and a finalist for a World Fantasy Award. Acclaimed master of speculative fiction, fantasy, space opera, and literary realism and one of the most celebrated living British authors M. John Harrison has crafted...

Now from Peter Funk, the Reader's Digest word columnist and the bestselling author of Word Power, comesUpsize Your Word Power, teaching you the fastest and easiest way to expand your vocabulary: the use of synonyms. Synonyms are a sound and often overlooked way to build vocabulary. With...

An entertaining and informative guide to the most common 150 words even smart people use incorrectly, along with pithy forays into their fascinating etymologies and tangled histories of use and misuse. Even the most erudite among us use words like apocryphal, facetious, ironic, meteorite...

The Art of Unit Testing, Second Edition guides you step-by-step from writing your first simple tests to developing robust test sets that are maintainable, readable, and trustworthy. You'll master the foundational ideas and quickly move to high-value subjects like mocks, stubs, and isolation, including frameworks such as Moq, FakeItEasy, and Typemock Isolator.

Want to read more books but can't find the time? Frustrated by forgetting key ideas from books you've read? You're not alone. The Art of Reading reveals proven strategies to help you read more books than ever before while actually remembering what you read. No speed reading gimmicks or complex memory techniques—just practical, science-backed methods that work.

Unlock Your Alpha Potential: Delve into the empowering insights of "Alpha Female Bible." Awaken your inner alpha, overcome self-doubt, and harness your leadership skills. From effective communication to finding balance in personal and professional life, this guide encompasses the history of alpha females, diversity, and ethical empowerment.

The ability to understand what people mean and what they want simply from their body language is a skill that very few possess. But those who know how to see beyond the gestures are some of the most successful people on the planet. Imagine if you could understand what someone’s true intentions are, just by the way they stand or move their hands.

This book is designed to help readers quickly master the art of speed reading, enabling them to process more books and information in less time. This guide also provides a practical, step-by-step approach for mastering speed reading in just one day, with an emphasis on improving both speed and comprehension. It provides you with concepts to increase your retention of what you read as well as enhancing your mental aptitude.

From the literary agent behind some of today’s most successful authors comes a narrative guide geared specifically to the needs of aspiring and working nonfiction writers, demystifying the world of publishing and offering a practical roadmap to getting your book published. “An invaluable...

Established early in the last century as a memorial to O. Henry, this annual collection has consistently offered a remarkable sampling of contemporary short stories. Each year stories are chosen from large and small literary magazines and a panel of distinguished writers is enlisted to award the...

A Lit Hub "Most Anticipated Books of 2019" From New Yorker humorist Emily Flake, a hilarious, oddly enlightening book of observations and advice that embraces the inescapable awkwardness of two human beings attempting to make physical contact with each other We've all been there. You...

In this brilliant two-in-one collection, you’ll delve into the secret art of manipulation, unveiling how you can learn to become an expert speed reader and identify body language cues with ease. Drawing on the latest scientific and psychological insights, you’ll gain a deep understanding of persuasion, NLP, and mind control.

Pastor Tracy Wilde reflects on the absence of empathy in today’s world and shares how Christians can renew their compassion to help unify not only the church, but society as well, in this timely and refreshing guide. Achieving meaningful relationships and cultivating lasting connections with...