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Examines the language of advertising in interaction with the texts around it, with music, pictures and people. Relevant linguistic theories are explained, examples from literature and recent adverts are included as are practical exercises. more...

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As the market for documentaries expands, so does the challenge to create memorable, compelling films. Story and structure are the most important (and least expensive) tools available. This is the only book that shows filmmakers how to make stronger, more compelling documentaries through improved storytelling techniques. more...

Price: $29.95

In July 1997, twenty-five of America's most influential journalists sat down to try and discover what had happened to their profession in the years between Watergate and Whitewater. What they knew was that the public no longer trusted the press as it once had. more...

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The eagerly anticipated update to the bestselling first edition is here!. Facebook's popularity is seemingly unstoppable. The site experienced a huge boom in registered users in the latter half of 2008. It was at that time that Facebook also underwent a radical facelift and introduced numerous changes. Packed with hundreds of screen shots, this anxiously awaited new edition presents you with a thorough update on all the exciting changes to Facebook's interface since the first edition hit the shelves a mere one year ago. Authored by two Facebook employees, Facebook For Dummies, 2nd Edition , features unique insight and insider knowledge of Facebook that can't be found anywhere else. You'll explore optimum ways to get familiar with Facebook, tips for representing yourself online, best practices for keeping connected, how to run a business on Facebook, and more.: Walks you through creating a profile, navigating the interface, and setting up privacy features; Explains how to find and add friends, fill out your profile, add applications, and upload photos; Discusses ways to join a network or group or use Facebook as a scheduler; Addresses using Facebook to promote your business and buy ad space on Facebook. Put your best face forward and dive in to all the exciting new features that Facebook offers! more...

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2008 Edition The authoritative guide to funding, preparing, shooting, lighting, editing, finishing and distributing your film or video. Widely acknowledged as the “bible” of film and video production and used in courses around the world, this indispensable guide to making movies is now updated with the latest advances in high- definition formats. For students and teachers, the professional and the novice filmmaker, this clear and comprehensive handbook remains the reliable reference to all aspects of moviemaking. • Techniques for making narrative, documentary, corporate, experimental and feature films. • Working with high-definition and standard-definition digital video formats, including DV, HD, and HDV. • Extensive coverage of video editing with the latest nonlinear editing systems. • Thorough grounding in lenses, lighting, sound recording, and sound editing. • The business aspects of financing and producing movies. Written by filmmakers for filmmakers, this book will give you the skills you need to take your dreams from script to screen. more...

Price: $25.00