Have you ever admired those successful people who seem to have it all? You see them chatting confidently at social parties and business meetings. They're the ones with the best jobs, nicest partners and the most interesting friends.

But wait a minute. They're not necessarily smarter than you – or even better looking. what it comes down to is their more skillful way of communicating with other people.

This fun and insightful guide reveals the secrets of successful communication. With Leil Lowndes' 92 easy and effective techniques you will discover:
• How to make small talk not so small
• How to work a party like a politician works a room
• How to look as if you know what you're talking about – even if you don't!
• How to use body language to captivate your audience
• and much, much more

Here, from bestselling author Leil Lowndes, is a surefire guide to love for anyone seeking romantic bliss. In "How to Make Anyone Fall in Love with You" readers will find 85 techniques based on scientific studies regarding the nature of love, including: Finding potential love partners Making an unforgettable first impression Dodging "love bloopers" Establishing sexual rapport

By using these pragmatic, down-to-earth strategies, anyone can turn new or casual relationships into lasting ones--or make current relationships deeper.

In 2010, recording artist Lil Wayne was at the height of his career. A fixture in the rap game for more than a decade, Lil Wayne (aka Weezy) had established himself as both a prolific musician and a savvy businessman, smashing long-held industry records, winning multiple Grammy Awards and signing up-and-coming talent like Drake and Nicki Minaj to his Young Money label. All of this momentum came to a halt when he was convicted of possession of a firearm and sentenced to a yearlong stay at Rikers Island. Suddenly, the artist at the top of his game was now an inmate in the American penal system. Gone 'Til November reveals the true story of what really happened while Wayne was behind bars, exploring everything from his daily rituals to his interactions with other inmates, and how he was able to keep himself motivated and grateful. Taken directly from Wayne's own journal, this intimate, personal account of his incarceration is an utterly humane look at the man behind the artist.

New best friend? Check. Cool band? Check. Simple life? As if. Obi's thrilled to be invited to join Sucker Punch - and to top it off Donna, the band's singer, calls Obi her best friend. The only problem is, Obi can't tell her mum about being in the band. She can't tell her friends she's also joined the orchestra. And she definitely can't tell Donna about her friendship with Lenny - he's Donna's boyfriend. But when things get complicated at home, Obi starts seeing more and more of Lenny: it feels like he's is the only one who understands ... What's one more little secret?

MOVE OVER CUPID, HERE IS THE LOVE POTION WE’VE ALL BEEN WAITING FOR…!

In this irresistible, witty guide, internationally acclaimed relationships expert, Leil Lowndes, reveals 85 proven techniques to help you capture the heart of anyone you choose. You will discover:
• how to meet that perfect someone
• successful first moves for ‘hunters’ and ‘huntresses’

• how to make an unforgettable first impression:
what to wear, how to avoid getting stuck in the small talk rut, and how to let your body do the talking
• how to GIVE first date butterflies
• when you should play hard to get (and when not to)
• he says/ she says: the differences between men and women (and how to use them to your advantage)
• how to awaken primal, unsettling, sexy feelings in your partner
• how to learn in one hour what will drive your partner wild in bed!

Read this book and you will gain the power to fuel the smallest spark of attraction into an all – consuming passion!

THE SHORT CUT ROUTE TO SURE FIRE SUCCESS IN LOVE

Leil Lowndes, internationally renowned life coach and bestselling author of How To Talk to Anyone, reveals how you can shine even in the most gruelling social situations. Whether it’s mingling at parties, impressing at interviews or going on a hot date, Leil will turn your shyness and dread into confidence and enjoyment. Written with insight, humour and empathy, this book explores the psychology behind meeting people, the tricks people use to seem self-assured, as well as little tips and techniques to practice every day. Leil explains how to: Identify the reasons behind shyness – and address them Overcome awkwardness at social gatherings Master public speaking Communicate fluidly Banish fear to build fulfilling relationships How To Feel Confident was previously published as Always In The Kitchen At Parties.

HOW TO ENTER A ROOM OF STRANGERS AND EMERGE WITH NEW FRIEND, AND POSSIBLY LOVE.

Making friends and finding love are learned skills like any other. In this book, Leil Lowndes reveals how to mingle and meet people, make them into friends and nourish special friendships to give them enduring value. She also uncovers 18 of Cupid's carefully guarded secrets for kindling romance – and making it last!

• Building annetwork and support system, friend by friend
• How to make confident conversation with anyone, anywhere
• Polishing your image to express who you really are
• Discovering what special qualities make you a people magnet
• Enjoying parties – even when the room is full of strangers

You don't have to travel far to find friends or love. You simply open your eyes, look around, and see each stranger as a friend or lover you haven't yet met!

LEIL LOWNDES is an internationally acclaimed relationships expert and is the author of 'How to Make Anyone Fall in Love With You' and'How to Talk to Anyone'. Her excellent and entertaining advice has made her self-help books popular all over the world.

For every young person who dares to dream... This unique collection of 28 incredible short stories written by talented young writers during lockdown from around the world, aged 6 to 19, showcases the astounding talent of today's children and young adults. Be transported to the distant islands and mystical lands. Meet fairies, mermaids, dragons, the three little pigs and experience fierce storms, brutal battles, and forbidden love. The best stories from the The little Big book Competition created by The Lil' Author Skool.

Listen up y'all. Bernie Mac is back, and this here is his page-a-day prescription for a better life and career. You wanna be successful, don't ya? All you gotta do is read one page a day. So come on, let's start your edumacation right now. Are y'all ready to get yourself together? It's time for you to start livin' your best life, and all you gotta do is read one got-d*mn page a day. You think you can handle that? Sure you can. You can do anything you wanna do, but you never gonna hit a home run if you ain't steppin' up to the plate. You got yourself a dream? You got a vision? There ain't no sugarcoatin' it. The only one who's gonna make it happen is you, but this book is gonna help. It's alright-we all need a little help once in a while. I Don't Care if You Like Me, I Like Me is 365 days of Bernie Mac tellin' it like it T-I-Iz. You gonna be gettin' some of his best advice, his personal stories showin' y'all that what he's tellin' you works, and some commentary from Rhonda 'cuz that woman knows what's up. We're talkin' about bein' your best self, gettin' better in your relationships, findin' your place in the world, and openin' up that door to plentitude. So, the choice is yours. Are you ready to be the best sumb*tch you can be? You wanna be happy and successful? You got somethin' more important goings on right now? Quit procrasternatin' and do it. "Bernie Mac had a way of telling it straight that made you listen and made you think. He was genuine, always positive, and truly cared if you were okay. I Don't Care if You Like Me, I Like Me is an undeniably funny and poignant strategy for reaching your fullest potential one day at a time." -Courtney B. Vance, Multi-Award-Winning Actor of Stage and Screen "I've never seen anything like I Don't Care if You Like Me, I Like Me. This book is self-help, Chicago-style. It's the perfect combination of comedy and truth, just like you'd expect from Bernie Mac." -Sherri Shepherd, Award-Winning Actress, Comedian, and Talk Show Host "I Don't Care if You Like Me, I Like Me is some straight-talking truth from the no-holds-barred Bernie Mac. His self-help approach makes you want to do exactly that-help yourself! His raw honesty will make you laugh, cry and possibly rethink your entire life." -Kym Whitley, American comedian and actress

The Hips on the Drag Queen Go Swish, Swish, Swish encourages readers to boldly be exactly who they are. Written by a founding member of the nationally recognized Drag Queen Story Hour (DQSH), this fabulous picture book offers a quirky twist on a classic nursery rhyme. The story plays off 'The Wheels on the Bus' as it follows a drag queen who performs her routine in front of an awe-struck audience. A fun, freewheeling celebration of how to be your most dazzling self, The Hips on the Drag Queen Go Swish, Swish, Swish will appeal to young and old readers alike.

(Ukulele). This comprehensive, easy-to-use beginner's guide by uke master Lil' Rev is designed for anyone just learning to play baritone ukulele. It teaches: tuning; music reading and tablature; melody playing; chords & scales; strumming; tremolo; the history of the instrument; and much more Students will learn lots of fun songs in various styles.

Youll not only break the ice, youll melt it away with your new skills.--Larry King

The lost art of verbal communication may be revitalized by Leil Lowndes.--Harvey McKay, author of Swim with the Sharks Without Being Eaten

Leil Lowndes How to Talk to Anyone offers101 time-tested hints, tips, and techniques for confidently communicating with others. A bestselling author and renowned communications consultant, Lowndes focuses on ice-breaking skills and communication techniques that are proven successful when making a positive first impression, establishing instant rapport and credibility, and more.

Packed with basic, no-nonsense advice and solid research evidence about which techniques work best in which areas, How to Talk to Anyone show readers how to:

• Make small talk not so small
  
• Use body language to captivate an audience
  
  
• Look like you know what youre talking about--even when you dont
  

Going to the art museum with her mom is no fun at all for Anna. Everything is old and boring and there are so many rules: Don't Touch! Do Not Enter! Quiet! A vigilant guard keeps a close eye on the energetic little girl, but even so, Anna manages to set off an alarm and almost tip over a vase. A half-open door draws Anna's attention, but the No Entry sign means yet again that it's off-limits. This time, however, the guard surprises her by inviting her to go in. Here she finds a "secret workshop" where paintings are being cleaned and repaired. Staring out from one of the canvases is a girl who looks grumpy and bored-just like Anna herself. With the realization that art often imitates life, Anna discovers the sheer joy to be had from the paintings on the wall, especially those that reflect what is happening all around her. Filled with representations of paintings from many world-class galleries, this charming book is the perfect prelude to a child's first visit to an art museum.

(Ukulele). From blues to bluegrass, uke can play it all In this one-of-a-kind book and CD pack, you get over a hundred authentic licks notated for the ukulele in standard notation and tablature. Plus there are tons of extras common chord progressions, scales, uke history, recommended listening, information on uke builders, blogs, websites, and more The accompanying CD features a demo of every lick, as well as play-along tracks with chord progressions for practicing and jamming.

If you're a drag queen and you know it, let it show by winking, shaking your bum, laughing real big, twirling around, and more! Join a cast of fabulous drag queens as you sing along to the tune of "If You're Happy and You Know It" in this playful celebration of expressing your brightest and boldest self. A perfect companion to The Hips on the Drag Queen Go Swish, Swish, Swish written by a board member of Drag Queen Story Hour.

Play along with your favorite tunes from the Beatles, Elvis, Johnny Cash, Woody Guthrie, Simon & Garfunkel, and more! The songs are presented in the order of difficulty, beginning with simple rhythms and melodies and ending with chords and notes up the neck. You can also strum and sing along using the provided lyrics and ukulele chord diagrams. Songs include: I Walk the Line * Ob-La-Di, Ob-La-Da * Tom Dooley * We Shall Overcome * Your Cheatin' Heart * and more.

(Ukulele). The Hal Leonard Ukulele Method is designed for anyone just learning to play ukulele. This comprehensive and easy-to-use beginner's guide by acclaimed performer and uke master Lil' Rev includes many fun songs of different styles to learn and play. The accompanying CD contains 46 tracks of songs for demonstration and play along. Includes: types of ukuleles, tuning, music reading, melody playing, chords, strumming, scales, tremolo, music notation and tablature, a variety of music styles, ukulele history and much more.