Maybe, Probably

by Amanda Radley
Maybe, Probably
Author: Amanda Radley
Publisher: Bold Strokes Books Inc
Total Pages: 250
Release: 2023-02-14
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1636792855
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Gina Henley doesn’t keep up with current events. She’s too busy partying with her friends and fending off her mother’s well-intentioned nagging about finding a man and settling down. When a mysterious illness causes her boss to close the office, Gina must work from home and life as she knows it changes forever. Dr. Eleanor Osborne works at a busy London hospital and knows all too well the virus is causing panic. As if that weren’t bad enough, it’s too unsafe for her elderly neighbor to continue minding Eleanor’s daughter, Sophia. She needs a babysitter pronto, but who can she ask to take the risk? Cut off from her social network, Gina finds the silence of her own company suffocating—who is she when no one is watching? Eleanor is sure she picked the worst time ever to become a single mother—how can she possibly raise a child in such an unpredictable world? Set against the backdrop of a viral pandemic, Gina and Eleanor are about to discover that loving another person is complicated when you’re desperately searching for yourself.

Maybe, Probably

by Sasha Combs
Maybe, Probably
Author: Sasha Combs
Publisher: Lori Turner
Total Pages: 193
Release: 2021-08-26
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:
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synopsis Regan was in love once. And she married him. Weeks later there is a training accident and he is presumed missing or dead. After months in denial, she is forced to come to terms with the fact she may never see him again. Devastated, she clings to the past. But with the help of her family and friends, she slowly embraces her new life—her new single life. Dr. Adam Falcon knows a good woman when he sees her. But he is also a very patient man and an amazing friend. He does everything to help her grieve. He even plans a vacation to his holiday home in Hawaii, to help her relax. But their friendship evolves into something neither of them can explain, something neither of them expected. And there is no turning back, or is there? Can she have two soulmates in one lifetime? Does she deserve to be happy after such a tragic loss? Maybe, Probably. Book Two, in the Heart & Soul Series.

The Grammar of the English Tense System

by Renaat Declerck
The Grammar of the English Tense System
Author: Renaat Declerck
Publisher: Walter de Gruyter
Total Pages: 856
Release: 2006
Genre: Foreign Language Study
ISBN: 311018589X
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Part of a four-volume series, "The Grammar of the English Verb Phrase", this book aims to provide a grammar of tense which can be used both as an advanced reference grammar (for example by MA-level or postgraduate students of English or linguistics) and as a scientific study which can act as a basis for and stimulus to further research.

Bridging Discourses in the ESL Classroom

by Pauline Gibbons
Bridging Discourses in the ESL Classroom
Author: Pauline Gibbons
Publisher: A&C Black
Total Pages: 344
Release: 2006-08-15
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN: 9780826455369
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Sociocultural approaches to second language acquisition and pedagogy acquisition are the two biggest areas of research in applied linguistics and need to be anchored in studies. This text addresses the central issues in these fields. Pauline Gibbons at University of Technology, Sydney.

Adverbs and Modality in English

by Leo Hoye
Adverbs and Modality in English
Author: Leo Hoye
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 335
Release: 2014-06-03
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN: 1317893603
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This new study on modality in English represents a departure from more traditional approaches to the subject, where the modal auxiliaries have been the usual focus of attention, by examining in detail the nature of their association with different categories of modal adverb. Modality is notoriously complex but the present work offers an accessible introduction to the topic, a comprehensive account of modal-adverb co-occurrence, and a reappraisal of the English modal system. The descriptive framework draws fresh insights from syntactic, semantic and pragmatic approaches to the study of language and communication, and from recent work in corpus linguistics. The book includes contrastive reference to the expression of modality in Spanish and a discussion of modality in such applied contexts as language teaching. A major feature is its reliance on authentic spoken and written language data. The study is suitable for undergraduate and postgraduate students of linguistics, English language, communications studies and related disciplines.

Maybe This Will Help

by Michelle Rial
Maybe This Will Help
Author: Michelle Rial
Publisher: Chronicle Books
Total Pages: 162
Release: 2021-11-23
Genre: Design
ISBN: 1797211269
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A visual pep talk of charts and essays on feeling better about not feeling better. Maybe This Will Help is one part the funny and relatable graphs that fans of Am I Overthinking This? and of Michelle Rial know and love, and one part the honest stories behind what makes those graphs so poignant. Michelle Rial brings to light her struggles with chronic pain, grief, and creative uncertainty in a way that reflects the universality of dealing with the unthinkable. Equal parts funny and moving, this book delves into the more serious side of things, finding levity and collective experience in the invisible difficulties that so many of us face. Through humorous charts and intimate peeks into the author's life, it explores the big things that can feel unmanageable and the everyday humor that keeps us moving forward. SELF-HELP WITH HUMOR: This book brings levity and laughter to serious topics without undermining the important message and relatability that makes it resonate. BELOVED AUTHOR: Michelle Rial's first book was beloved by her tens of thousands of fans as well as by the media, including Wired, Vulture, Book Riot—and the New Yorker even published her chart-based article on "Book Publishing by the Numbers." JUST THE RIGHT TONE: This book perfectly captures trying to figure out the "magic pill" that will fix things, struggling to find peace in how things are, and the humor in even the hardest times. It makes an ideal gift for someone struggling with physical or mental pain when you want to help but aren't sure how to. Perfect for: Fans of Michelle Rial's Instagram and first book, Am I Overthinking This?; people in their 20s and 30s grappling with big life changes or chronic illness

Modern Spanish Grammar

by Christopher Pountain
Modern Spanish Grammar
Author: Christopher Pountain
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 473
Release: 2004-06-01
Genre: Foreign Language Study
ISBN: 113448254X
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Modern Spanish Grammar: A Practical Guide is an innovative reference guide to Spanish, combining traditional and function-based grammar in a single volume.The Grammar is divided into two parts. The shorter section covers traditional grammatical categories such as word order, nouns, verbs and adjectives. The larger section is carefully organized around language functions and notions such as: giving and seeking information putting actions into context * expressing likes, dislikes and preferences comparing objects and actions.All grammar points and functions are richly illustrated and information is provided on register and relevant cultural background. Written by experienced teachers and academics, the Grammar has a strong emphasis on contemporary usage. Particular attention is paid to indexing and cross-referencing across the two sections. This is the ideal reference grammar for learners of Spanish at all levels, from elementary to advanced. It will prove invaluable to those with little experience of formal grammar, as no prior knowledge of grammatical terminology is assumed and a glossary of terms is provided. The book will also be useful to teachers seeking back-up to functional syllabuses, and to designers of Spanish courses.

Fangs, Frost, and Folios

by Elizabeth Hunter
Fangs, Frost, and Folios
Author: Elizabeth Hunter
Publisher: Recurve Press, LLC
Total Pages: 146
Release: 2023-12-05
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1959590324
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Holidays can be a monster. Giovanni and Beatrice left vampire conspiracies and supernatural adventures for a peaceful family life. But peace only lasts so long for a vampire assassin and an undying scribe. The death of an old friend leaves Giovanni with a rare opportunity. He knows that Lady Penelope’s library hides more than one rare book, but can he break into her family’s ancestral home without raising the alarm? Giovanni and Beatrice are looking for literary treasure. Other lurking immortals might be searching for a different and more dangerous haul. Back in Los Angeles, Ben and Tenzin were put in charge of protecting the family. But can two powerful vampires survive the mercurial mood swings of a preteen girl? Ben and Tenzin could be facing the end… of their sanity. Fangs, Frost, and Folios is a holiday novella and a brand-new adventure for Giovanni and Beatrice, the heroes of the Elemental Mysteries series by eleven-time USA Today best-selling author Elizabeth Hunter.

Taiwanese Grammar

by Philip T. Lin
Taiwanese Grammar
Author: Philip T. Lin
Publisher: Greenhorn Media
Total Pages: 746
Release: 2015-01-31
Genre: Foreign Language Study
ISBN: 099639821X
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Taiwanese Grammar: A Concise Reference is an unprecedented guide delivering clear, straightforward explanations of Taiwanese grammar while offering insightful comparisons to Mandarin. Designed to be both functional and accessible, the text makes searching for topics quick and easy with fully cross-referenced entries and a comprehensive index. Topics covered range broadly from parts of speech (nouns, verbs, adverbs, etc.) to grammatical topics (aspect, negation, passive voice, etc.) to special topics (terms of address, pronunciation, time, etc.). This text is ideal for self-study and enables students at all levels to learn Taiwanese by building a solid foundation in grammar. Taiwanese (also known as Hokkien, Fookien, Amoy, Southern Min, or Fukienese) along with its variants is spoken by over 40 million people worldwide and is a member of the Chinese language family. Features of this text include: • Easy-to-use reference guide with cross-referenced entries and a comprehensive index • 1000+ example sentences using everyday vocabulary rendered in Taiwanese, Mandarin Chinese, and English • Character script for Taiwanese in accordance with the official selection of Taiwanese Characters by the Taiwanese Ministry of Education (2007) • Romanization provided for both Taiwanese (Pe̍h-ōe-jī) and Mandarin Chinese (Hànyǔ Pīnyīn) • In-depth guide to pronunciation using English approximations and full explanations on rules for changing tones (tone sandhi) Tags: Taiwanese, learn Taiwanese, learning Taiwanese, Taiwanese language, Taiwanese grammar, Hokkien, learning Hokkien, Amoy, Southern Min, Fukienese, Fookien, Min nan