Books
Beyond the Grasp of Demons
(Published by Ripping Yarn Publications)
A crime thriller set in very contrasting worlds, from the corrupt forces of law and order to the secretive and sinister world of Benedictine monks and nuns. A BBC reporter is unwittingly and dangerously connected to a string of brutally bizarre murders where the sign of the cross is carved on the victim’s bodies. But he is like the varied people he encounters, whether monks or police detectives, who all have aspects of their pasts which haunt them. Robert Brockman soon realises that failing to discover why he has become embroiled in the series of shocking events means paying the ultimate price – his life. This leads him on a constantly changing and twisting adventure between Dartmoor, London and the wilds of the Scottish Highlands. But, discovering the truth is to be the most haunting and horrifying experience of all.
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Demystifying the Media: The Real Insider's Guide to Journalists & Broadcasters
(Published by Ripping Yarn Publications)
This is the comprehensive practical guide to understanding and working with the media. It is written so businesses and individuals can learn how to use the media to their advantage in an increasingly audio-visual and media motivated and media savvy society. It is full of practical advice on understanding journalists' (sometimes hidden) agendas, comprehending and catering for the different needs of the broadcasting and print media, how to get your message across in just 15 seconds and how to deal with a wide variety of interviews, from "live" TV performances to hostile interviews. In short, this invaluable guide demonstrates how to present yourself and your organisation persuasively and productively in differing situations, from producing print and broadcast presentations to crisis management.
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The Spot-On Speaker: Business Speeches & Business Presentations.
(Published by Ripping Yarn Publications)
This is the clear and effective guide to giving Spot-On business speeches and presentations. It gives you invaluable tips on effective preparation, excellent research sources for all occasions, dealing with logistics, how to structure a captivating speech, use humour and how to understand and work with an audience of any size. It also focuses on dealing with speaker problems and pitfalls like nerves, hecklers, crashing scenery and malfunctioning equipment, not to mention speaker slip-ups! In addition, there are a host of speech openers, closers, heckler putdowns, jokes and saver lines that you can use to great effect in your speeches. All this has been learned from years of professional experience and fine tuned for your benefit.
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The Spot-On Speaker: After Dinner Speeches & Humorous Speeches
(Published by Ripping Yarn Publications)
This is the clear and effective guide to giving Spot-On after dinner & humorous speeches. It gives you invaluable tips on effective preparation, excellent research sources for all occasions, dealing with logistics, how to structure a captivating speech, use humour and how to understand and work with an audience of any size. It also focuses on dealing with speaker problems and pitfalls like nerves, hecklers, crashing scenery and malfunctioning equipment, not to mention speaker slip-ups! In addition, there are a host of speech openers, closers, heckler putdowns, jokes and saver lines that you can use to great effect in your speeches. All this has been learned from years of professional experience and fine tuned for your benefit.
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Follow this link to buy all three Spot-On Speaker books for £25 or 2 for £16
The Spot-On Speaker: Wedding Speeches & Special Occasion Speeches
(Published by Ripping Yarn Publications)
This is the clear and effective guide to giving Spot-On wedding & other special occasion speeches. It gives you invaluable tips on effective preparation, excellent research sources for all occasions, dealing with logistics, how to structure a captivating speech, use humour and how to understand and work with an audience of any size. It also focuses on dealing with speaker problems and pitfalls like nerves, hecklers, crashing scenery and malfunctioning equipment, not to mention speaker slip-ups! In addition, there are a host of speech openers, closers, heckler putdowns, jokes and saver lines that you can use to great effect in your speeches. All this has been learned from years of professional experience and fine tuned for your benefit.
Follow this link to view a sample
Follow this link to buy all three Spot-On Speaker books for £25
or 2 for £16
