Gathered together in this volume are over two hundred and fifty poems from Anthony Castro. Included are his first published poems from Manhattan Quarterly when he was an emerging poet, to his most recent songs. Throughout his eminent career, Castro has experimented with different forms and styles, even creating an innovative form in 89 blinks that recognizes the inherent duality of all things while drawing the reader into an intimacy with the poem's experience. Anthony Castro seeks to see reality and show the world as it is. "He celebrates the uniqueness of people and allows into his songs the sublime, the sad and the proximity of death-in life, along with a joy of language, a delight in humor and recognition of the holiness of love."

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The desire to create, to write, to fulfil our artistic dreams is a powerful human need. Yet the number of people who make a living solely by their pen is actually quite small. What does that mean for the rest of us, the self-described writing geeks, who are passionate about writing and who still want to sustain successful literary lives? What does it really mean to find time to build a rewarding writing life while pursuing a career, being a partner or raising a family, in the distracted, time-deprived, 21st-century? In The Geek's Guide to the Writing Life, based on her Huffington Post blog of the same name, Stephanie Vanderslice shares the secrets and tools to developing a successful, rewarding writing practice in a way that inspires the reader to persevere through the inevitable lows and even the highs of a literary life, so that anyone can pursue the path to realizing their artistic dreams.

THE RAINBOW RIDERS are an exciting series of beautifully illustrated children's books. This is the first story of The Rainbow Riders in which they fall out of a Rainbow into a planet without color and learn how to work together to bring the rainbow colors and spirit to their little planet. 5.0 out of 5 stars My son wants to be a rainbow rider...., March 12, 2010 By J. Billingsley (Richmond, VT) My kids can't get enough of the Rainbow Riders books. When I heard my 3 year old son singing a Rainbow Rider theme song he made up, I knew it was true love We look forward to the release of more books in the Rainbow Riders series. Fun, entertaining with fantastical illustrations, I highly recommend these books. 5.0 out of 5 stars Rainbow riders rule , January 21, 2010 By Edward Steinkraus I got the Rainbow Riders this fall for my 5 year old son. It is his favorite book and he wants to read it every night. My 8 and 10 yr old daughters love the story as well, and have begun making up rainbow rider stories of their own. The colors and artwork are amazing. Mr. Sandman brings a breath of fresh air to the world of childrens books. 5.0 out of 5 stars MAGICAL STORY , January 19, 2010 By C. Scala (Boulder, CO United States) My three year old son is in love with this story -- we read it everyday Fun, creative and unique What a treat

"This accessible writer's guide provides a helpful framework for creating poetry and navigates contemporary concerns and practices. Stephen Dobyns, author of the classic book on the beauty of poetry, Best Words, Best Order, moves into new terrain in this remarkable book. Bringing years of experience to bear on issues such as subject matter, the mechanics of poetry, and the revision process, Dobyns explores the complex relationship between writers and their work. From Philip Larkin to Pablo Neruda to William Butler Yeats, every chapter reveals useful lessons in these renowned poets' work. Both enlightening and encouraging, Next Word, Better Word demystifies a subtle art form and shows writers how to overcome obstacles in the creative process"--Provided by publisher.

THE RAINBOW RIDERS are an exciting series of beautifully illustrated children's books. In the second Rainbow Riders book, go on a Rainbow Rider safari and meet all of the creatures in the world of the Rainbow Riders, from the A for Aerosneazle to Y for Yippers. Packed with funny illustrations to entertain children and adults while learning about the ABC's NUMBERS BOOK & COLORING BOOK COMING SOON 5.0 out of 5 stars My son wants to be a rainbow rider...., March 12, 2010 By J. Billingsley (Richmond, VT) My kids can't get enough of the Rainbow Riders books. When I heard my 3 year old son singing a Rainbow Rider theme song he made up, I knew it was true love We look forward to the release of more books in the Rainbow Riders series. Fun, entertaining with fantastical illustrations, I highly recommend these books. 5.0 out of 5 stars Rainbow riders rule , January 21, 2010 By Edward Steinkraus I got the Rainbow Riders this fall for my 5 year old son. It is his favorite book and he wants to read it every night. My 8 and 10 yr old daughters love the story as well, and have begun making up rainbow rider stories of their own. The colors and artwork are amazing. Mr. Sandman brings a breath of fresh air to the world of childrens books. 5.0 out of 5 stars MAGICAL STORY , January 19, 2010 By C. Scala (Boulder, CO United States) My three year old son is in love with this story -- we read it everyday Fun, creative and unique What a treat

Flashcards include one-sided cards for presenting vocabulary and concepts in the classroom, with photos and images on one side and a dry-erasable blank side for games and activities.

This new, fully updated edition of The Crime Writer's Guide to Police Practice and Procedure is the essential detective in your pocket - something to reach for when your writing needs that short, sharp shock of modern-day investigating. Every writer has paused at some key point in the development of their story to wonder what happens in real life. How would the murder in my story be investigated by the police? How far can I go without leaving holes in the plot? Can I use low count DNA to identify the killer? How does a cop react to a bloated body or, even worse, just part of one? Written with answers to these questions in mind, this is the essential guide to police procedures and practice written specifically for writers. A handy reference book to dip into, or a textbook to guide you from the outset while you are still developing your plot, this second edition of The Crime Writer's Guide to Police Practice and Procedure will leave you confident that you have covered all angles of your thriller. It would be a crime not to read it!

Workbooks include additional activities aligned to the Student's Book.

Each page provides a brand-new prompt designed to stretch you as an artist and a person. Fill-in-the-blanks to create a touching love sonnet; compose a haiku about your biggest mistake; or write a free verse poem on anything from hope, to a locked door, to a banana peel. Let this journal be your instant muse anytime you need a creative boost, an emotional outlet, or an escape from the mundane. Live boldly and creatively with One Poem a Day.

Explore the world with your students and discover its wonders - all while developing the English skills they need to become successful global citizens. Through spectacular National Geographic video and inspiring photography students will travel the globe, learning about different countries, cultures, people, and their customs. With clearly structured methodology and explicit grammar instruction, this six-level primary series is packed with fascinating facts that spark curiosity, personalisation activities that get your students talking and new online resources that make it even easier to bring the world to the classroom and the classroom to life.

Our World Phonics with ABC, Second Edition, is a three-level series plus alphabet book that uses National Geographic content to introduce young learners to the English alphabet and help them learn, practice, and understand the sounds of English and sound/spelling relationships.