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Grantwriting, Fundraising, and Partnerships: Strategies That Work!
 | author: Karen B. Ruskin Charles Achilles asin: 0803962215 binding: Paperback list price: $28.95 USD amazon price: $28.95 USD |
"A well-organized, comprehensive resource that will be sought after by educators, this user-friendly book offers invaluable strategies." Dr. Lucille Beisner, Director Gifted Programs Richmond Community Schools From classroom teachers to school administrators, everyone is scrambling for some extra money. Your purchasing power has eroded sharply over the last decade, and you're looking for new ways to fund school programs. Look no further. read more »
The Writing Scholar: Studies in Academic Discourse
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There is a popular image of academic writing as obscure, convoluted and replete with jargon. Some academic writers conform to this image, while others transform it. Academic discourse is clearly influenced by many factors, conventions and motives. read more »
EXAMNotes for Writing Your A+ Term Paper (EXAMNotes)
 | author: Research and Education Association asin: 0878914951 binding: Paperback list price: $2.95 USD amazon price: $2.95 USD |
EXAMNotes are double-sided, laminated cards that contain all the information students need on a single reference card. They are colorful and exceptionally well-organized to simplify and speed study. The most often used and required facts and formulas are included. EXAMNotes function as study tools, homework aids, for reference at work. Each laminated card measures 8.5" x 11".
Queens in the Kingdom: The Ultimate Gay and Lesbian Guide to the Disney Theme Parks (Kings in the Kingdom)
 | author: Jeffrey Epstein Eddie Shapiro asin: 155583745X binding: Paperback list price: $14.95 USD amazon price: $14.95 |
Think of them as the tour-guide version of Patsy and Edina from Absolutely Fabulous-if those two ever were sober enough to write a book. Knowing that the agenda of the average gay or lesbian traveler is a bit different from that of Mom and Pop Smith from Des Moines, Jeffrey Epstein and Eddie Shapiro proffer a guide book to the Disney resorts that specifically caters to gay and lesbian readers. While sniping at each other only occasionally, they offer candid, informative and always-humorous opinions on everything from hotels and attractions to restaurants and shows. read more »
Report It in Writing (2nd Edition)
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This easy to use workbook is designed to improve the ability of law enforcement professionals to write effectively. Each section presents a brief rule relating to the covered topic accompanied by examples and applications. KEY TOPICS: Using sample police, corrections, and probation scenarios this book provides comprehensive coverage of topics specifically related to writing law enforcement reports. Among these topics are: chronological order, facts vs. opinions, proofreading, note taking, taking statements, reporting procedures, ethical reporting, and organization techniques. read more »
Communicating Professionally: A How-To-Do-It Manual for Library Applications (How to Do It Manuals for Librarians) (How to Do
 | author: Catherine Sheldrick Ross Patricia Dewdney asin: 1555703402 binding: Paperback list price: $65.00 USD amazon price: $65.00 USD |
This classic title from communication experts Catherine Ross and Patricia Dewdney covers all types of communication in the unique arena of library and information work. This book offers guidance, tips, and suggestions for public speaking; designing newsletters, handouts, and brochures; creating press releases and public service announcements; writing memos, letters, and formal reports, conducting interviews and interpersonal communications. read more »
A Survivor's Guide to Living in Ireland
 | author: Tom Richards asin: 0955021200 binding: Paperback |
"Come for a week - stay for a lifetime." This collection of facts, anecdotes, and references, including a guide to slang and phrases, is ideal for anyone wanting to move to or to visit Ireland. Advice ranges from the lighter items, such as how to drink a perfect pint, enjoy a rain-soaked walk on a soft Irish day, and how to love a holiday; to the more serious, such as how to find a job, what to do if you can’t, how to buy a house, and how to think and talk like the Irish. read more »
Gabay's Copywriters' Compendium- revised edition in paperback, Second Edition: The Definitive Professional Writers Guide
 | author: Jonathan Gabay asin: 0750683201 binding: Paperback list price: $37.95 USD amazon price: $33.90 USD |
Marketers, creative writers, and individuals for whom copywriting forms part of their job are often required to produce innovative and engaging copy in a short space of time. Creativity is not always to hand, and therefore on some occasions additional help is required to find the right phrase, description or slogan. Gabay's Copywriting Compendium contains a wealth of inspiring tips, ideas and descriptions to aid the writing process, such as advice on spelling and grammar, examples of rhyming words, suggested euphemisms, and odd facts. read more »
