Polite English

Discipline is a vital part of child-rearing, but many parents misunderstand how to use it and attempt to control their child's behaviour via a combination of punishment and motivation. Yet while this traditional approach may appear to produce quick results, it can potentially damage the child and, in the long term, leave parents with a far worse problem than they had initially. The Gentle Discipline Book analyses common discipline techniques and explains why so many are ineffective.

Winifred is blunt, opinionated, and outrageously colorful. In a community that demands domesticity, she simply doesn’t fit. When her wealthy husband suddenly dies, Winifred’s fellow society housewives no longer have a reason to play nice. Cast out entirely, Winifred throws roaring parties for the clerks and waiters that serve the town, finding the connections she’s been craving—and upsetting the gentle balance of her elite neighborhood in the process.

In Polite, Louise shows how the unseen science of politeness governs everything we do, from what we say to how we act, and reveals how a better understanding of the rules and norms of politeness can help us in all aspects of our work, leisure and home lives. And, in doing so, she answers the age-old question... are politeness standards really declining?

Michigan, 1985. The drowning of a teenage girl causes ripples in the small town of Kettle Lake, though for most the waters settle quickly. For sixteen year old Joanne Kennedy, however, the tragedy dredges up untold secrets and causes her mother to drift farther from reality and her family. When troubled newcomer Lucinda arrives in town, she offers Joanne a chance of real friendship, and together the teenagers push against the boundaries of family, self-image, and their sexuality during the tension of a long, stifling summer.

Ania is the beautiful, clever and very slightly bored scion of a rich Indian family whose machinations soon lead her down the primrose path of match-making - first for her aunt ('There was one in most of the grand houses in Delhi, usually beached somewhere on the upper floors.') and then for her friend Dimple. Set against the background of 'polite' Delhi society, it is rich with stiletto-sharp observation, is a delightful social comedy and yet is poignant, too.

While Lady Violet Belmaine is busy sorting out the odd turns her life has recently taken, Hugh St. Sevier repairs to his Kent estate in hopes of embarking on the placid life of a rural physician. Alas, for St. Sevier, the village of St. Ivo has more secrets than it has pots of heartease, and the good doctor will once again find himself the target of rumors and threats. Somebody is rigging St. Ivo’s hound races, setting neighbor against neighbor, and turning what should be a friendly entertainment into an occasion for brawling.

Education can be transformed if we eradicate our fixation on big data like standardized test scores as the supreme measure of equity and learning. Instead of the focus being on “fixing” and “filling” academic gaps, we must envision and rebuild the system from the student up—with classrooms, schools and systems built around students’ brilliance, cultural wealth, and intellectual potential. Street data reminds us that what is measurable is not the same as what is valuable and that data can be humanizing, liberatory and healing.

For more than 50 years, Wendy McCarthy has been on the leading edge of Australian feminism, and her trailblazing advocacy and leadership have made her a widely respected and revered figure: a woman who shaped her times as much as she was shaped by them. Now, at 80 years of age, she shares her remarkable life and achievements. From sheltered country schoolgirl to relentless campaigner for abortion and contraception, from passionate teacher to lifelong advocate for education, Wendy smashed the glass ceiling again and again.

In The Binge Watcher's Guide to Black Mirror, you will see the parallels drawn between what is in the show, and how our modern society is not too far off from what is depicted in the anthology series. The listener will encounter a thoughtful recap and analysis of each episode from all five seasons, as well as the interactive Black Mirror movie, Bandersnatch.

Once Second Prince of the mightiest kingdom in the known world, Othrun now leads the last survivors of his exiled people into an uncertain future far across the Shimmering Sea from their ancestral home, now lost beneath the waves. With his Single God binding his knights to chivalric oaths, intent on wiping out idolatry and pagan worship, they will have to carve out a new kingdom on this mysterious continent that has for centuries been ravaged by warlords competing for supremacy and mages channeling the mystic powers of the elements, and unite the continent under godly rule.

Letters to Sarah is a rock autobiography with a difference. In addition to the exceptionally honest and endearing voice of Corky chronicling the ups and downs of his life, there are excerpts from dozens of letters (out of the c. 200) that Corky wrote to his mother, Sarah, between the years 1963 and 1997. She had saved them all. The letters were a way for Corky, away on the road for years on end, to keep in touch with his roots and also, to make sense of his life.

They thought it was over and that their lives would continue, however it has only just begun. Rhian, Dani, Mira, and Thyme must venture into a dimension that will expand their view of their world and question their morals. They are against the clock in order to return Wally home and right the atrocities of the Mysterians. The Damned lay in wait, and some seek justice against the Mysterians. The question is, who?

Can Hunter and his team prevent a kidnapping by an enemy with vast resources? The foe’s endgame is to leverage these kids for their own vengeful desires. Hunter and his team are toeing the line between virtue and vile. Drawing on wit, brawn, halos, and pitchforks, the Divine Devils will scorch the earth to protect these kids. Even if it costs them their eternal souls!

Megan Getz lived among Hollywood royalty. A Tinseltown celebrity of a long-running sitcom being extorted because of an adult indiscretion. Attempting to cover up her perilous life, she hires the team of Divine Devils. Hoping they’ll free her from the blackmail bonds, Hunter Divine and his crew going undercover in a Reno Casino, digging deep to reveal those running the scam.

Within the Spectrum are many worlds with their own story. Each one with it's own secrets waiting to be discovered. There is a war brewing for the secret of spirit energy to becoming a limitless being. Will the light prevail? Or will it just reveal the inner demons? Some must rise and resurrect who they once were. While others will become who they are destined to be. What will it take to uncover the secrets behind spiritual evolution? Do you think the answers are so simple? Because if you do know or even if you find out...you're just getting started.

Discover the magic of good manners with Sammy Squirrel, Betty Bee, and their animal pals in 'Polite Paws and Friendly Claws.' These whimsical tales for ages 2-8 teach valuable lessons about saying 'please,' 'thank you,' and more, all wrapped in funny and heartwarming stories. Perfect for parents to listen with little ones, this charming book is a celebration of kindness and courtesy in a delightful meadow filled with furry and feathered friends.

Casey the Polite Caterpillar is a delightful and captivating children's book that takes listeners on a magical journey through a vibrant garden. Join Casey, a special caterpillar with a heart full of kindness, as they navigate a world where manners and compassion reign supreme.

Then you're in for a treat. Volume three of our popular anthology series is sure to scratch that questionable itch. With stories by Michael Knost, William Joseph Roberts, Philip K. Booker, Christopher Woods, D. Raymond Smith, David Badurina, H.P. Holo, James Palmer, Jason Cordova, Lee Ellis, M Leigh, Michael Morton, Michael Craig, and Guest Editorial by Faith Hunter.

Sam, though small and young, quickly becomes an essential part of the pirate crew. Their journey takes them to the mystical Good Manners Island, a place where politeness is the greatest treasure. Along the way, the little pirates help Sam learn the magic of "please", "thank you", and "excuse me", showing him that being polite is more rewarding than any chest of gold.

Rollicking and informative, Reprehensible: Polite Histories of Bad Behaviour is your guide through some of the most shameful behaviour indulged in by humanity’s most celebrated figures, as told by Mikey Robins, one of Australia’s most loved comedians.