{"title":"Joe Moran","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection featuring the remarkable works of Joe Moran. Esteemed for his ability to blend insightful observations with engaging narratives, Moran's books offer profound reflections on subjects many of us encounter daily. His writings cater to those interested in \u003cem\u003eEducation \u0026amp; Reference\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003ePhilosophy \u0026amp; Psychology\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem\u003eSelf-Help \u0026amp; Personal Development\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eFirst You Write a Sentence.\u003c\/em\u003e, Moran shares his passion for crafting sentences, delving into the art and joy of writing. This book is a must-read for those keen to improve their writing skills, as it provides readers with the tools to articulate their thoughts with clarity and grace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith \u003cem\u003eIf You Should Fail\u003c\/em\u003e, Moran explores the concept of failure with empathy and wisdom. Instead of offering conventional success stories, he redefines failure, viewing it as an essential part of the human experience and an opportunity for growth. This thought-provoking read is perfect for anyone seeking a new perspective on adversity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eShrinking Violets\u003c\/em\u003e invites readers to understand the often underestimated power of introverts. Through intriguing stories and comprehensive research, Moran celebrates the quiet strengths of those who prefer to let their actions speak louder than words, making it an enlightening read for both introverts and extroverts alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are looking for inspiration, self-discovery, or simply a deeper understanding of the world, Joe Moran's works are invaluable companions on your reading journey. Explore his books today and discover the wisdom they offer in each thoughtful sentence.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"first-you-write-a-sentence-by-joe-moran-9780241978511","title":"First You Write a Sentence.","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA style guide by stealth - how anyone can write well (and can enjoy good writing).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe sentence is the common ground where every writer walks. A poet writes in sentences, but so does the unsung author who came up with \"Items trapped in doors cause delays.\" A good sentence can be written (and read) by anyone if we simply give it the gift of our time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEnter widely-acclaimed author Professor Joe Moran. \u003cem\u003eFirst You Write a Sentence\u003c\/em\u003e is his unpedantic and authoritative explanation of how the most ordinary words can be turned into verbal constellations of extraordinary grace. Using examples ranging from the Bible and Shakespeare to George Orwell and Maggie Nelson, and studies of what can best fire the reader's mind, he shows how we can all write in a way that is clear, compelling and alive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGood writing can even make ourselves known to others and live more meaningful lives. It's an elegant gem in praise of the English sentence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46354763677932,"sku":"9780241978511","price":26.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/3498653482274.jpg?v=1744288331"},{"product_id":"shrinking-violets-by-joe-moran-9781781252642","title":"Shrinking Violets","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur success as a species is built on sociability, so shyness in humans should be an anomaly. 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To be shy, he decides, is not simply a burden - it is also a gift, a different way of seeing the world that can be both enriching and inspiring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46868780810476,"sku":"9781781252642","price":27.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/5227043482822.jpg?v=1759769268"},{"product_id":"if-you-should-fail-by-joe-moran-9780241988107","title":"If You Should Fail","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo fail is human. Get used to it . . .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFailure is the small print in life's terms and conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCovering everything from examination dreams to fourth-placed Olympians, \u003cem\u003eIf You Should Fail\u003c\/em\u003e is about how modern life, in a world of self-advertised success, makes us feel like failures, frauds and imposters. Widely acclaimed observer of daily life Joe Moran is here not to tell you that everything will be all right in the end, but to reassure you that failure is an occupational hazard of being human.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs Moran shows, even the supremely gifted Leonardo da Vinci could be seen as a failure. Most artists, writers, sports stars and business people face failure. We all will, and can learn how to live with it. To echo Virginia Woolf, beauty \"is only got by the failure to get it . . . by facing what must be humiliation - the things one can't do.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCombining philosophy, psychology, history and literature, Moran's ultimately upbeat reflections on being human, and his critique of how we live now, offers comfort, hope - and solace. For we need to see that not every failure can be made into a success - and that's OK.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47000644157676,"sku":"9780241988107","price":30.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/3594613482274.jpg?v=1763293000"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/joe-moran.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}