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Updated for practical use in today’s world, the classic self-help book How to Win Friends and Influence People, which has transformed the professional and personal lives of millions, is now ready to inspire whole generation of listeners. One of the best-known self-help books in history, How to Win Friends and Influence People has sold tens of millions of copies, been translated into almost every language, and has helped countless people succeed in business and life.

THE #1 SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER From the UK's favourite therapist, as seen on Channel 4's Grayson's Art Club. How can we have better relationships? In this Sunday Times bestseller, leading psychotherapist Philippa Perry reveals the vital do's and don'ts of relationships. This is a book for us all...

THE HUGE INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER A former FBI hostage negotiator offers a new, field-tested approach to negotiating - effective in any situation. After a stint policing the rough streets of Kansas City, Missouri, Chris Voss joined the FBI, where his career as a kidnapping negotiator brought him...

Updated for today’s readers, Dale Carnegie’s timeless bestseller How to Win Friends and Influence People is a classic that has improved and transformed the professional and personal and lives of millions. One of the best-known motivational guides in history, Dale Carnegie’s groundbreaking...

A warm, practical, and deeply human guide to communicating with more confidence, presence, and connection—from internationally acclaimed speaker and communication coach Vinh Giang. What if the biggest thing holding you back isn’t your talent, intelligence, or hard work—but your ability to...

The powerful proven blueprint for confident conversations and meaningful connection, from the bestselling author of Cues and Captivate Does the thought of small talk with strangers make you want to hide under the couch? Do you crave close friendships but find yourself overanalyzing every social...

THE VOLUNTEER MINDSET is a practical guide to making a meaningful difference while becoming more confident, capable, and connected to your community.You don't need special skills, unlimited free time, or extraordinary resources to help others. You simply need to recognize what you can offer and...

From the author of the global bestseller, The Power of Habit Who and what are supercommunicators? They're the people who can steer a conversation to a successful conclusion. They are able to talk about difficult topics without giving offence. They know how to make others feel at ease and share...

The first book to explore the distinct personality style of the otrovert ― someone who lacks the communal impulse and does not fit in with any social group, regardless of its members ― and to reveal all the advantages of being an otrovert and how otroverts contribute to the world. If you were the kid who never wanted to go to summer camp, if you prefer spending time with friends one-on-one than going to parties, and if you often engage in acts of silent rebellion against group norms and traditions, you are very likely an otrovert.

What if becoming more influential had less to do with being persuasive and more to do with being trusted? Influence shapes almost every part of life. It affects whether people listen to your ideas, trust your judgment, support your decisions, work with you, and remember what you say. Yet real influence is not about manipulation, pressure, or forcing people to agree. The Skill of Influence is a practical guide to earning trust, communicating with greater confidence, understanding what motivates people, and creating positive outcomes without compromising your integrity.

You want to feel close to your partner again. To feel seen, heard, valued. You miss the ease, the fun, the joy of actually liking the person you’re with. And you’ve probably been waiting for your partner to change so you can have it. Here’s the relief: you don’t have to wait. You can start closing the distance by learning to act instead of react. Think about the pattern you keep landing in, the one you swear you’re done with. Maybe you fire back. Maybe you go quiet and wall off. Either way, it only keeps going because two people keep playing their parts.

#1 New York Times bestselling author Adam Grant illuminates the surprising science behind strong connections When we vibe with other people, it fuels our happiness and success. Yet building meaningful ties is one of the most pressing problems of our time. As face-to-face interaction gives way to...

*AS HEARD ON THE DIARY OF A CEO PODCAST* MAKE YOUR NEXT CONVERSATION THE ONE THAT CHANGES EVERYTHING What’s the best way to handle a heated conversation? How do I stand my ground with confidence? Is there an effective way to work with difficult personalities? Trial lawyer Jefferson Fisher has...

The funny and practical bestseller and global phenomenon that teaches you how to improve your communication skills in relation to four distinct personality types - now fully revised and updated. THE NUMBER 1 SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER OVER 10 MILLION COPIES SOLD Do you ever think you're the only...

You know exactly what you meant to say. What came out was something else. Maybe your sentences trail off right before the important word. Maybe you talk fast under pressure and lose your own point somewhere in the middle of it. Maybe you've been told your whole life to "just be more confident," and it never fixed a single thing, because confidence was never the actual problem. The problem was mechanical, and nobody ever showed you the mechanism. THIS IS NOT ANOTHER CONFIDENCE BOOK. Most communication books sell a feeling.

33 Strategies of War is a comprehensive guide to the subtle social game of everyday life, informed by the most ingenious and effective military principles in war. It's the I-Ching of conflict, the contemporary companion to Sun Tzu's The Art of War, and is abundantly illustrated with examples from history, including the folly and genius of everyone from Napoleon to Margaret Thatcher, Hannibal to Ulysses S. Grant, movie moguls to samurai swordsmen.

In Return on Goodwill, Sam Demma demonstrates that the most meaningful returns in life don't come from strategy or self-interest, but from showing up for people with genuine kindness and expecting nothing in return. In a world that feels transactional and increasingly disconnected, Return on Goodwill is a reminder that the way you show up still counts. That noticing people still matters. And that kindness, when done without expectation, quietly changes how life feels. You won't find formulas or strategies for getting ahead.

How do you get rid of unwanted guests? What do you do if there's a racket in the quiet carriage? How should you eat peas, and behave in queues? How to behave, like how to punctuate, is an aspect of life that many are no longer taught. Thankfully, Sandi Toksvig has come to the rescue with her...

A renowned expert on attachment theory shares tools and insights for transforming the therapeutic relationship for ourselves and our clients. Attachment theory has revolutionized our understanding of early development, the internal world, and human relationships. For therapists, this theory does...

You don’t have to be the loudest voice in the room to make a powerful impression. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed in social settings, uncertain in conversations, or unsure what others are really thinking, this guide is for you. Designed specifically for introverts, Introvert's Guide to Understanding Body Language reveals how to decode the unspoken signals people send—and how to use your own body language to communicate clearly, confidently, and authentically.