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Book SynopsisTHE ACCLAIMED NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER. Have you ever puzzled over how to punctuate a text message? Wondered where memes came from? Fret no more: Because Internet is the perfect book for understanding how the internet is changing the English language, why that's a good thing, and what our online interactions reveal about who we are.'McCulloch is such a disarming writer - lucid, friendly, unequivocally excited about her subject - that I began to marvel at the flexibility of the online language she describes, with its numerous shades of subtlety.' New York TimesTrade ReviewBecause Internet…illustrates how many of us feel about English in the online age… It is hard not to be moved by her McCulloch is an engaging writer who clearly adores her subject * Sunday Times *Covers the backstory of how tildes became the punctuation mark for ~whimsy and sarcasm~...and when we started repeating certainnnnn lettersssssssss for emphasis * Buzzfeed *A fascinating analysis * Observer *McCulloch offers a compelling snapshot of a world in flux, from which readers will learn a lot about language, the internet and themselves * Financial Times *In prose at once scholarly and user-friendly, McCulloch unpacks the evolution of language in the digital age, providing a comprehensive survey of everything from the secret language of emojis to the appeal of animal memes. * Esquire *McCulloch is such a disarming writer - lucid, friendly, unequivocally excited about her subject * New York Times *Rather than obsessing about what the internet is doing to language, [Because Internet] largely focuses on what can be learned about language from the internet. . . . McCulloch's book is about the birth of a new medium. * Economist *McCulloch’s book is a good start in guiding readers to consider the wild language of the internet as a thing of wonder—a valuable feature, not a bug. * Wall Street Journal *An effervescent study of how the digital world is transfiguring English * The New Yorker *A compelling narrative rich with examples from her own online activities, a healthy dose of humor, and plenty of cat memes… the breadth of topics covered—from conversation analysis to meme culture to the development of texting as we now know it—makes this book useful, engaging, and enjoyable. * Science *

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Book SynopsisSocial media is supposed to bring us together - but it is tearing us apart. 'A blisteringly good, urgent, essential read' Zadie SmithThe evidence suggests that social media is making us sadder, angrier, less empathetic, more fearful, more isolated and more tribal.Jaron Lanier is the world-famous Silicon Valley scientist-pioneer who first alerted us to the dangers of social media. In this witty and urgent manifesto he explains why its toxic effects are at the heart of its design, and, in ten simple arguments, why liberating yourself from its hold will transform your life and the world for the better. WITH A NEW AFTERWORD BY THE AUTHOR ‘Informed, heartfelt and often entertaining ... a timely reminder that even if we can’t bring ourselves to leave social media altogether, we should always think critically about how it works’ Sunday Times ‘Indispensable. Everyone who wants to understand the digital world, its pitfalls and possibilities should read this book – now’ Matthew d’Ancona, author of Post-TruthTrade ReviewOne of the most optimistic books about the Internet I've ever read because it dares to hope for better ... A blisteringly good, urgent, essential read -- Zadie SmithIn every chapter there is a principle so elegant, so neat, sometimes even so beautiful, that what is billed as straight polemic becomes something much more profound -- Zoe Williams * Guardian *Indispensable. Everyone who wants to understand the digital world, its pitfalls and possibilities should read this book – now -- Matthew d'Ancona, author of Post-TruthA witty and fiercely intelligent attack on the ethics and business model of big tech and a romping read to boot. Lanier is a modern day Luther, calling for a digital reformation and nailing his theses to the door -- Tom Hodgkinson, The IdlerAn eloquence that is hard to argue against … Every time you log on, you are adding to a fire that is burning your house down -- Danny Fortson * Sunday Times *

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Book SynopsisA powerful, comprehensive guide to spotting, responding to and proactively defending yourself from online abuse - and learning how to be a good ally to those experiencing it.''The need-to-know, must-have and barrier breaking book on fighting online abuse that everyone must have a copy of'' Dr Shola Mos-Shogbamimu''A book written from the front line of life online - heartfelt, heart-breaking, practical, brilliant'' Richard Curtis ______________________________________ Digital spaces are a positive force for change, connection and community, but left unregulated, they are not always safe. Globally, women are 27 times more likely than men to be harassed online. Black women are 84% more likely to face online harassment than white. There has been a 71% rise in online disability abuse and 78% of LGBTQ+ people have experienced hate speech online. How to Stay Safe Online is an urgent, necessary digital selTrade Review'Seyi Akiwowo's work to make the online world safer, especially for Black women, is not only powerful, it's necessary' -- Nova Reid, Anti-racism activist and author of 'The Good Ally''Seyi Akiwowo's book is the need-to-know, must-have and barrier breaking book on fighting online abuse that everyone must have a copy of. This book is the knowledge that gives you power. It is conversational, current and relevant. Seyi talks you through it like she's right there with you - letting you know that you are not alone' -- Dr Shola Mos-Shogbamimu'Seyi Akiwowo has been at the forefront of campaigning for more intentional social media usage throughout the years, and this book highlights the various ways one goes about doing that. It is the first book of its kind to highlight how we go about being safe online as well as providing the nuance required of minoritised and marginalised people's experience of the internet. This is essential reading for the times we live in' -- Kelechi Okafor Actor Director Podcaster Writer'This book needed to be written and thankfully it finally has. Seyi's experience, and those of countless others, are full of valuable lessons for keeping us safe and empowered online' -- Kajal Odedra. Author of Do Something: Activism for Everyone'I wish the Internet was a safer place, but until that day comes, this helpful book is a crucial companion. How wonderful to have Seyi on our side as we navigate through the stormy seas of the online world which she, sadly, knows all too well. The brilliant tools in this book will help you set better boundaries, protect your mental health, be a better digital citizen, and in general look after ourselves and each other' -- Emma Gannon, bestselling author of The Multi-Hyphen Method'Seyi Akiwowo is a force of nature and this book is a godsend. She exposes the depth and urgency of the online abuse crisis, explores the hypocrisy and inefficacy of tech companies and government, and explains what readers can do to improve their online lives. Accessible, empowering and potentially life-changing, this is a book everyone should read' -- Laura Bates, feminist activist and bestselling author of Everyday Sexism'Educational and entertaining. No one should be using the internet without having read this book' -- Alex Holder, journalist and bestselling author of Open Up: The Power of Talking About Money'The digital world is evolving far faster than our brain can keep up. Seyi's powerful story of the impact of the online world provides important lessons for how to navigate this to keep our mind and ourselves healthy and safe' -- Dr Emma Hepburn, clinical psychologist and bestselling author of A Toolkit for Modern Life'Such a relevant, thoughtful and practical book which has important lessons for us all whilst we learn to navigate this digital world' -- Natalie Evans, co-founder of Everyday Racism and co-author of The Mixed Race Experience'Seyi's... vibrant and robust approach to how we navigate social media and use it more mindfully. This book [is] refreshing... empowering us with tools and providing guidance on how we can collectively make digital spaces safer and better for our communities' -- Ronke Lawal, PR and Comms consultant'I loved this! Such a powerful personal story, and actually doable practical advice. Social media can be like the Wild West for women, so we need strategies and boundaries to protect ourselves. Seyi Akiwowo's book is an indispensable handbook for being online in a way that is safe, intentional and - importantly - fun!' -- Rosamund Dean, journalist and author of Mindful Drinking:'The online world can be a scary place. Seyi's book will help us protect our online communities and the vulnerable people who need them. An urgent, powerful book' -- Ian Wright, Footballer, Pundit'A book written from the front line of life online - heartfelt, heart-breaking, practical, brilliant' -- Richard Curtis, Writer, Director, United Nations SDG Advocate'Online abuse is at an all-time high, with significant consequences. Read this book before you think you need it, it could save your life, or at least protect your sanity' -- Dr Soph'A clever and timely toolkit, Seyi is brilliantly leading the charge in navigating vital conversations around online abuse and digital self-care. This book is both honest and practical, offering wisdom we should all put into practice right now!' -- Amika George'Digital self care is critical to mental health and Seyi has written a thought provoking and highly practical guide to living a happier and safer life online and off. Millions of people have been victims of online abuse and I am so inspired and grateful to Seyi and her work for ensuring no one feels alone. Her mission is one that affects us all and this book is one of the most important topics of our generation' -- Poppy Jamie

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Book Synopsis'The Chaos Machine is an essential book for our times' - Ezra KleinThe Chaos Machine is the story of how the world was driven mad by social media. The election of populists like Trump and Bolsonaro; strife and genocide in countries like Myanmar; the rampant spread of COVID-19 conspiracy theories as deadly as the pandemic itself; all of these are products of a breakdown in our social and political lives, a breakdown driven by the apps, companies and algorithms that compete constantly for our attention.Max Fisher is a leading New York Times technology reporter whose work has covered the way that social media sites - driven increasingly by artificial intelligence rather than human ingenuity - push users towards more and more extreme positions, deepening the divisions in society in pursuit of greater engagement and profit. With extraordinary access to the most powerful players in Silicon Valley, and with testimonies from around the world of the havoc being wreaked by our online selves, The Chaos Machine shows us how we got to this uniquely perilous moment - and how we might get out of it.Trade ReviewSocial media isn't just changing our lives. It's changing the world, and even its creators and would-be overseers have only the foggiest ideas about how. In this meticulously reported, grippingly told account, Max Fisher chases the results across continents, and paints a disturbing picture of not just where we are, but where we're going. The Chaos Machine is an essential book for our times * Ezra Klein, author of the New York Times bestseller Why We’re Polarized *Max Fisher blends together deep reporting, riveting stories, and a global canvas in this gripping and definitive work on the damage wrought by social media. The Chaos Machine is essential reading if you want to understand a force that is reshaping the world and the very real consequences it is having on people everywhere * Ben Rhodes, author of the New York Times bestseller The World as It Is: A Memoir of the Obama White House Date *In this timely book, Max Fisher reveals how powerful social-media giants set all of humanity on an alternative course to the future. The Chaos Machine boldly exposes how a few technology companies chose profit over people, helped spread salacious misinformation, and ultimately ripped the fabric of society apart. I hope everyone will read this important investigation with an open mind, because we must choose a different path forward, and fast * Amy Webb, author of The Big Nine: How the Tech Titans and Their Thinking Machines Could Warp Humanity *Well argued, engaging and often necessarily discomfiting * Irish Independent *A stark warning about the extent to which Facebook et al distort our perception of reality * Guardian *Fisher's book brings us face to face with chaos machines and their ruinous human consequences - Literary Review

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Book Synopsis''I want to take you on the rollercoaster of my life - throughout all the highs and lows, I have learned a lot. And hopefully, these lessons will feel useful to you too.''If life on both sides of fame has taught Ekin-Su anything, it''s that the most important relationship you have is the one with yourself.As one of the most talked about TV stars, you would think that life in the spotlight comes easily to Ekin-Su - but the reality couldn''t be more different.In this honest and uplifting guide to life, Ekin-Su reveals the hard-won lessons that have made her the person she is today. Vulnerable, authentic, and packed with never heard before stories, readers will get to understand the woman behind the headlines and filters. It''s time to get acquainted with the real Ekin-Su as she shares her story, in her own words.From childhood bullies, to navigating difficult relationships - and learning to love her true self - Ekin-Su will encourage readers to become their own biggest cheerleaders.Powerful, inspiring and infused with the Ekin-Su''s trademark humour, warmth and honesty, Be Your Own Best Friend tells of overcoming childhood bullies, navigating difficult relationships - and how she is learning to love herself.

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Book SynopsisMost books and presentations on networking stick to its behavioural aspects. This approach is necessary but not sufficient. Successful networking is about the successful initiation and nurturing of relationships with other business people, which requires emotional intelligence and an understanding of how to apply it in order to sustain networking relationships. When networking is not going well (or at all), many businesspeople’s response is ‘OK, I’m doing what you told me. How come it isn’t working?’ The answer is that people don’t so much need behavioural tips (though these are always useful and are included in this book), they need to understand why they are getting in their own way, and how to move aside. On the whole, people don’t successfully change their behaviour without understanding why they should. Network Better provides the necessary insight into what’s going on as well as many practical, tried-and-tested suggestions and encouragements to enable you to do just that.

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Book Synopsis 100 UNIQUE CARDS: A unique set of 100 cards with over 200 challenges for you to shoot and upload, from lip synchs, dances and dares to ridiculous pranks. SOLO OUR IN GROUPS: Use the cards for solo TikTok inspiration or assemble your friends and family and play them competitively to determine the best TikToker. RANGE OF LEVELS: Different levels of challenge included on each card. SIMPLE SET-UP: Grab your phone, draw a card, and get shooting! THE CHALLENGE IS ON! Want to determine who shoots the best videos among your friends? Then take on the TikTok challenge!

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Book SynopsisTable of ContentsIntroduction 1 About This Book 1 Foolish Assumptions 2 Icons Used in This Book 3 Beyond the Book 3 Where to Go from Here 5 Part 1: Getting Started with Tiktok — The Movie Studio in Your Pocket 7 Chapter 1: Using TikTok for the First Time 9 Downloading TikTok for Your Mobile Device 10 Creating Your Account 11 Exploring Your Settings 14 Updating your profile 15 Updating your profile and privacy settings 17 Creating Your First TikTok Video 19 Chapter 2: Browsing TikTok 25 Browsing on the Home Screen 25 Liking and Commenting 27 Sharing Videos 30 Listening to Your Audience: Direct Messages and Inbox Notifications 33 Responding to comments and mentions 35 You’ve got mail! Checking your DMs 37 Discovering Users and Content 38 Chapter 3: Diving Deeper: Creating TikTok Videos 41 Starting a Recording 42 Picking Sounds for Your Video 47 Choosing Effects for Your Video 50 Selecting a Filter for Your Video 53 Recording in TikTok versus Uploading 55 Using Templates to Show Off Your Photos 57 Chapter 4: Publishing Your TikTok Video 61 Adjusting Clip Size after Recording 62 Adding Filters and Effects to Recorded Videos 65 Adding filters after recording 65 Adding effects after recording 65 Adding Sound to Recorded Videos 68 Using sounds from TikTok 68 Adding voiceover and narration 70 Adding voice effects 72 Adding Text and Stickers to Recorded Videos 73 Adding text 73 Adding stickers and emojis 76 Pinning stickers, emojis, and text 78 Publishing Your Video 79 Creating a description and tagging 79 Editing the cover image 81 Setting privacy and sharing 83 Chapter 5: Acclimating to TikTok Etiquette and Culture 85 Becoming Familiar with TikTok Culture 86 Speaking TikTok Jargon 88 Knowing When to Like, Follow, or Share 90 Winning Friends and Influencing People 92 Catching the attention of major influencers 93 Helping other TikTokers 93 Understanding TikTok’s Rules 95 Chapter 6: Staying Safe on TikTok 99 Setting Up Your Account Privacy 99 Keeping Your Children Safe 104 Protecting kids under 13 104 Family pairing for teens 13 to 17 104 Dealing with Bullies and Trolls 107 Part 2: Building Your Tiktok Following 109 Chapter 7: Looking at Your Profile Stats 111 Understanding the Value of Followers 111 Breaking Down Your Following, Followers, Likes, and Views 113 Looking at Detailed Account Analytics 114 Chapter 8: Creating Viral Content 119 Understanding the TikTok Algorithm 119 Identifying Trending Content 124 Checking the discover page 124 Finding content through search 127 Grabbing Your Viewers’ Attention 128 Stay positive 129 Keep your content clean 129 Invoke emotion 131 Use a ring light and microphone 131 Clarify and organize your message 132 Consider third-party tools 132 Chapter 9: Reaching New Audiences with Advanced Features 137 Duetting with Your Favorite Videos 138 Stitching the End of a Video 141 Livestreaming When You’re TikTok Famous 142 Part 3: Using Tiktok as a Business Tool 147 Chapter 10: Using TikTok to Grow Your Business 149 Understanding How Your Business Fits with TikTok 150 Knowing Your Audience and Competition 151 Integrating TikTok into Your Funnel 155 Creating Content That Sells 157 Chapter 11: Understanding TikTok Analytics for Your Business 159 Knowing Which Data Is Important 160 Understanding TikTok Analytics 161 Getting Data from Third-Party Tools 164 Part 4: the Part of Tens 165 Chapter 12: My Ten Favorite TikTok Accounts 167 Learning about ADHD with Catieosaurus 168 Drawing with Dan Povenmire 168 Following the Journey with Lexi McDonald 169 Dancing with Bao Tran 169 Interacting with Cheech & Chong 170 Making Money with Trevin Peterson 171 Sharing Pride with Josh Helfgott 171 Getting Inspired with Shontez Davis 172 Anchoring the News with Marcus DiPaola 172 Learning about TikTok Trends with Jera Bean 173 Chapter 13: Ten TikTok Business Accounts Doing It Right 175 Sharing the News with The Washington Post 176 Knowing Your Audience with Taco Bell 177 Partnering with Dunkin’ 178 Dancing with Break the Floor 179 Placing Product with Pop Sockets 179 Playing Sports with the Utah Jazz Bear 180 Recruiting Influencers with Bang Energy 181 Entertaining with The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon 182 Being Prepared with the American Red Cross 184 Engaging Your Audience with Chipotle 185 Chapter 14: Ten Ways to Grow Your Following 187 Be Transparent and Vulnerable 187 Stay Consistent 188 Know Your Audience 188 Include Your Community 188 Build Up and Promote Others 188 Engage Your Audience 189 Be Entertaining 189 Join Other Influencers 189 Follow Similar Accounts 190 Go Live 190 Index 191

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Book SynopsisWe are so used to living in a media-saturated world that we do not notice just how much damage is being done to us daily by the images we see and the articles and posts we read. If you are often anxious or find it hard to sleep, or you regularly want to give up on your fellow human beings, the reason may come down to the relentless influence of the modern media. How Modern Media Destroys Our Minds is a guide for navigating the media today. The book encourages the reader to consider the many peculiarities of the modern media: its excessive focus on scandal, its emphasis on novelty, its capacity to breed envy and self-hatred, its high-minded defence of itself, its ever shorter attention span and its obsession with fame. The book teaches us how to liberate ourselves from the media, in order to achieve calm and a more generous, original and imaginative state of mind. We are shown how to redress the balance and emerge with a stronger, more positive outlook on life.

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Book SynopsisA compelling firsthand investigation of how social media and big data have amplified the close relationship between privacy and inequalityTrade Review“Drawing on rich insights from people trying to negotiate social media in a range of contexts, The Private is Political reveals the complexity and beauty of privacy in practice. Marwick’s book illuminates why privacy is especially important in a networked world.”—danah boyd, author of It's Complicated: The Social Lives of Networked Teens “Alice Marwick has written a richly textured, deeply perceptive account of privacy’s impossible, unending, and profoundly unequal burdens.”—Julie E. Cohen, author of Between Truth and Power: The Legal Constructions of Informational Capitalism “The Private Is Political is an insightful and provocative book about privacy and marginalized individuals. In a vivid, theoretical, and practical way, this excellent book examines the power dynamics at play with privacy and modern technologies.”—Daniel J. Solove, coauthor of Breached! Why Data Security Law Fails and How to Improve It

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Book SynopsisGet people to read, listen to, and watch your LinkedIn messages The Ultimate LinkedIn Messaging Guide is for salespeople, businesses, recruiters, and LinkedIn users who struggle to get replies and results on the essential business platform. In this book, author Daniel Disney shows you just how powerful LinkedIn can be when you figure out how to do it right. You'll discover how to use LinkedIn messages to get noticed by employers, get attention to your business, and close deals. When you master LinkedIn messaging with the proven tips inside this book, you'll be able to start more conversations, create more opportunities and drive more sales and revenue. What you're looking for is out there if you know how to reach the people who can help. But in this age of information overload, no one will respond to a spammy message, call, or e-mail. You need to stand out and prove that you're legitimate. In this book, you'll find real examples of successful messages, as well as over 50 message templates and scripts for written, audio, video and InMail messages. There are also QR codes throughout the book that take you to recorded examples of video and audio messages so you can see and hear them in action. Learn how to send personalised connection requests and LinkedIn messages that prompt people to talk to youDiscover tips for building your network and reaching the decision makers at any companyLeverage the power of audio and video messages to connect more effectively on LinkedInFollow up and convert replies into sales, job offers, and high-value relationshipsIf you've struggled to get noticed, meet the right people, and close deals, The Ultimate LinkedIn Messaging Guide is the tool you need to turn it around.Table of ContentsForeword About the Author Introduction Part 1: Prospecting With Messages Chapter 1 – Motivation To Message Chapter 2 – The Prospecting Maze Chapter 3 – Outbound Social Selling Part 2: Research & Personalisation Chapter 4 – Why Aren’t People Replying? Chapter 5 – Research & Personalisation Chapter 6 – The One Thing To Avoid Chapter 7 – No One Likes Spam Messages Part 3: LinkedIn Messaging Thoughts Chapter 8 – InMail VS Message Chapter 9 – When To Send Messages Chapter 10 – One Size Doesn’t Fit All Part 4: Written LinkedIn Messages Chapter 11 – The Seven-Figure LinkedIn Message Chapter 12 – 25 Written Sales Message Templates Chapter 13 – Top Tips Part 5: Audio LinkedIn Messages Chapter 14 – Audio Voice Notes On LinkedIn Chapter 15 – How & When To Send Audio Messages Chapter 16 – The Two Most Important Components Chapter 17 – Ten Audio Sales Message Scripts Part 6: Video LinkedIn Messages Chapter 18 – Video Messages On LinkedIn Chapter 19 – From Video To Sale In 24 Hours Chapter 20 – Ten Video Sales Message Scripts Part 7: InMail Messages On Sales Navigator Chapter 21 – InMail Messages On LinkedIn Chapter 22 – InMail Subject Lines Chapter 23 – Ten InMail Sales Templates Part 8: Follow Up, Replies & Converting To Sales Chapter 24 – What If They Don’t Reply? Chapter 25 – Pick Up The Phone Chapter 26 – Conversation To Opportunity Part 9: Bonus Chapters Chapter 27 – Pipeline Will Always Be King Chapter 28 – Ten Big LinkedIn & Sales Navigator Tips Chapter 29 – Social Selling Top Tips Chapter 30 – Building A Strong LinkedIn Profile Chapter 31 – Cold Calling Is Like Blockbuster Chapter 32 – Social Selling In 15 Minutes Chapter 33 – The ABC’s Of Social Selling Working with Daniel Disney Acknowledgements Index

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Book SynopsisEssential reading for anyone who has to work with social media in a professional capacity, from using networking sites to marketing their businesses or employers.Many people use social media every day - and it can be a vital tool in professional life. Whether you''re polishing an online CV, contributing to a chat group relating to your industry sector, or using Instagram to highlight goods and services, the professional face you present needs to be strategically different to the ''social'' posts that you may make outside of work.Using Social Media at Work is an easy to read, pocket-sized guide that can be dipped into for advice, tips and guidance - perfect for reading in a lunch break or on a commute. It is the ultimate etiquette guide for anyone nervous about using social media in professional settings, including: top tips, common mistakes and advice on how to avoid them, summaries of key points, and lists of the best sources of further help.

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Book SynopsisIn this expert-led guide, Dr Harry Barry draws on his decades of experience as a doctor to show readers how we can improve our emotional connections and transform our mental wellbeing.The Power of Connection will empower you with the fascinating science behind our existing behaviours and all the need-to-know tips and techniques for improving our skills of emotional connection. From the neuroscience behind communication to the role of verbal language, the importance of setting to the power of humour, this book gives you all the tools you need to thrive in any networking or social situation. This book will help you to: Feel less lonely Experience deeper friendships and personal relationships Be someone who makes others feel comfortable Be more effective in the workplace Experience all the positive effects of these changes on your mental and physical healthIncluding case studies and practical exercises,

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Book SynopsisPeople search for heaven in all the wrong places, and the internet is no exception. Digital Liturgies warns readers of technology's damaging effects and offers a fulfilling alternative through Scripture and rest in God's perfect design.

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Book SynopsisIn Hashtag Authentic, social media guru Sara Tasker provides tips, advice, and guidance on how to turn your personal Instagram account into a profitable creative outlet. Since setting up her Instagram account (@me_and_orla) while on maternity leave in 2013, Sara has become a celebrated influencer and iPhoneographer, and through her calm, atmospheric, and authentic style has garnered legions of followers. Here, Sara presents the lessons she has learned along the way. Sara's nurturing voice and enchanting photography provide guidance on: storytelling, with tips on finding your own visual style and personal niche; making pictures, including composing for Instagram, finding the best light, and getting the most out of your camera phone; archiving your life, with tips organized by themes like Craft & Making, Family & Pets, and Food & Ingredients; and sharing your world, detailing the keys to Instagram success and beyond. Hashtag Authentic is both an inspiring manual and an interactive tool for finding an online voice, growing a tribe, and becoming an influencer.Table of ContentsIntroduction Storytelling  10  Our Visual Culture  12  The Democracy Of Digital Photography 16  Start With What You Have 18  Finding Inspiration In Your Everyday Life 20  A Visual Time Capsule 24  Moments, Not Things 28  Every Picture Tells A Story 32  Finding Your Style 40  Finding Your Niche 46  Do Something Worth Photographing Making Pictures 54  Composition Is Key 56  Composing For Instagram 58  The Simple Secrets Of Composition 68  Chasing Light 74  What Grabs The Eye 82  The Photo Vs Reality 84  Being Seen 90  Getting The Most Out Of Your Phone Camera 94  Getting Off Auto Mode On Your DSLR 100  Editing On Your Phone 104  Steady Flow Of Inspiration Archiving Your Life 112  It Doesn’t Have To Be Disneyland 114  Craft & Making 118  Food & Ingredients 122  Road Trips & Travel 126  Weather & Seasons 130  Occasions & Celebrations 134  Making A Home 138 Beauty & Dressing Up 142  Family & Pets 146  Landscapes & Nature 150  Whimsy & Magic Sharing Your World 156  Personal Exhibition 160  Plan Your Gallery 164  Captions 168  Instagram Stories 174  Success On Your Own Terms 178  Finding Your People 182  Success Beyond Instagram 186  Safety & Sanity

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Book SynopsisTika the Iggy is the fashion model of the 21st century with millions of fans on social media. She is an Italian Greyhound from Canada, as well as a fashionista, poet, cucumber enthusiast and human rights advocate. From fashion to activism, hosting to travel, Tika the Iggy is your guide to living your best life with lessons in love, fashion and living well. Packed with adorable images of Tika in outstanding outfits, Tika the Iggy is must-have for any Tika fan, or anyone who needs more fabulousness in their life. 'A new fashion It girl'Vogue

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Book SynopsisThe wave of uprisings and revolutions that swept the Middle East and North Africa between 2010 and 2012 were most vividly transmitted throughout the world not by television or even social media, but in short videos produced by the participants themselves and circulated anonymously on the internet.In The People Are Not An Image, Snowdon explores this radical shift in revolutionary self-representation, showing that the political consequences of these videos cannot be located without reference to their aesthetic form. Looking at videos from Tunisia, Bahrain, Syria, Libya, and Egypt, Snowdon attends closely to the circumstances of both their production and circulation, drawing on a wide range of historical and theoretical material, to discover what they can tell us about the potential for revolution in our time and the possibilities of video as a genuinely decentralized and vernacular medium.Trade ReviewThroughout the book, Snowdon practices an ethics of close reading that rejects critical habits of regarding images with suspicion. The People Are Not an Image charts hopeful trajectories for several areas of inquiry, from the politics of protest media and self-representation to networked distribution, operational images, and the digital remaking of subjectivity. Yet Snowdon's ultimate project is more ambitious-to reshape his readers' political imaginaries. -- Sasha Crawford-Holland * Critical Inquiry *Peter Snowdon provides a radical philosophical approach to the daily videos produced by the ordinary people of the Arab spring -- Habib A. Moghimi * Visual Studies *The People Are Not an Image has significance for scholars but will also find wider audience appeal with, for example, digital media activists, filmmakers, and human rights advocates. It will be especially relevant to digital media and communication scholars and students with an interest in activism, social movements, and visual politics. -- Kelly Lewis * E-International Relations *This book makes a much-needed intervention in media studies in the Arab regions since 2011, and is a crucial read for all students of media and film studies. -- Zaher Omareen * Screen *

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Book SynopsisTHE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLERThis is a self-help book like no other. Because you are not helping yourself, James Acaster is helping you.In 2019, James quit all forms of social media - covering his phone in tar and driving it to a lock-up in Rhyl, before setting up home in a castle he''d built himself called Castle Anti-Net. But when the withdrawal symptoms hit him, he realised in order to stay clean he''d have to replace everything social media gave him with three-dimensional, real-life activities. Employing the help of a mysterious, wealthy benefactor named Clancy Dellahue, and an ever-growing gang of misfits (aka the Tangfastic Crew), James found ways to replace his online friends (he joined the scouts) and spy on his exes (climbing ropes, zip lines, fake moustache) as well as anonymously bullying strangers, seeing photos of everyone''s dogs, getting public figures fired, arguing with everybody about everything, and so much more. His life is amazing

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Book SynopsisThis is the dramatic story of how a noted tech venture capitalist, an early mentor to Mark Zuckerberg and investor in his company, woke up to the serious damage Facebook was doing to our society and set out to try to stop it.If you had told Roger McNamee three years ago that he would soon be devoting himself to stopping Facebook from destroying democracy, he would have howled with laughter. He had mentored many tech leaders in his illustrious career as an investor, but few things had made him prouder, or been better for his fund''s bottom line, than his early service to Mark Zuckerberg. Still a large shareholder in Facebook, he had every good reason to stay on the bright side. Until he simply couldn''t.Zucked is McNamee''s intimate reckoning with the catastrophic failure of the head of one of the world''s most powerful companies to face up to the damage he is doing. It''s a story that begins with a series of rude awakenings. First there is the author''s dawning realization that the plaTrade Review‘Very readable and hugely damaging … This is a dangerous book for Facebook because it will be widely read — apart from Jaron Lanier’s work, it is the best anti-Big Tech book I’ve come across. Its real strength is that McNamee knows how these attention- and information-stealing systems work.’ The Sunday Times ‘A candid and highly entertaining explanation of how and why a man who spent decades picking tech winners and cheering his industry on has been carried to the shore of social activism.’ –The New York Times Book Review ‘[An] excellent new book . . . [McNamee] is one of the social network’s biggest critics. He’s a canny and persuasive one too. In “Zucked,” McNamee lays out an argument why it and other tech giants have grown into a monstrous threat to democracy. Better still he offers tangible solutions . . . What makes McNamee so credible is his status as a Silicon Valley insider. He also has a knack for distilling often complex or meandering TED Talks and Medium posts about the ills of social media into something comprehensible, not least for those inside the D.C. Beltway . . . McNamee doesn’t just scream fire, though. He also provides a reasonable framework for solving some of the issues . . . For anyone looking for a primer on what’s wrong with social media and what to do about it, the book is well worth the read.’ – Reuters ‘A timely reckoning with Facebook’s growth and data-obsessed culture. . . [Zucked] is the first narrative tale of Facebook’s unravelling over the past two years . . . McNamee excels at grounding Facebook in the historical context of the technology industry.’ – Financial Times ‘Regardless of where you stand on the issue, you'll want to see why one of Facebook's biggest champions became one of its fiercest critics.’ – Business Insider ‘A comprehensible primer on the political pitfalls of big tech.’ – Publishers Weekly

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Book SynopsisInner peaceGlowing skinThe perfect bodyHow far would you go?Jane Dorner has two modes:PR Jane is twenty-five, breezy, clever in a non-threatening way and eager to sell you a feminist vibrator.Actual Jane is twenty-nine, drifting through mediocre workdays and lackluster dates while paralysed by her crushing mountain of overdue bills. Enter the impossibly gorgeous Cass, whom Jane discovers scrolling through Instagram - proprietor of a ''wellness retreat'' based out of a ramshackle country house that may or may not be giving off cult vibes. Suddenly Jane realizes she might have found the one ladder she can climb.But inner peace, shiny hair and glowing skin always comes at a price . . . ________''Jane Austen on steroids. It''s that sharp, that wicked, that laceratingly true'' Michael Cunningham, author of The Hours''Money, influence, and perfect skin do not always make for good chemistry'' Elle''A welcome dose of satire for anyone who''s been duped by yoni eggs, vagina scented candles, or TikTok tarot readers'' i-D

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Book SynopsisA creatively active workbook written and illustrated by art psychotherapist Amelia Knott for developing a conscious and healthy relationship with the world of social media. Do you wish you could spend less time on social media, or maybe even quit it altogether? You're not alone! Social media is woven into so many aspects of our daily lives, says Amelia Knott, but it is not designed with our psychological well-being in mind. Thankfully, it is possible to create a conscious relationship with the online world.The Art of Thriving Online: A Workbook goes far beyond digital detoxing, with innovative methods for counteracting manipulative, compulsive, and stress-inducing aspects of social media while preserving the goodness of your time online. The foundation of Knott's method is creativityshe provides a playful, interactive place to explore the impact social media has on you as you shift to a more positive, health-promoting approach.Through cre

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Book Synopsis***BUSINESS BOOK AWARDS 2021 SHORTLISTED TITLE***Attention! is a practical guide for reclaiming the power of our time and attention. In a world of endless distraction, we have given away two of our most valuable assets: time and attention. Technology has given us the incredible gift of access to an ever-increasing amount of information and has opened the door to a vast array of choices and opportunities. However, having more options doesn’t correlate to an increase in our success. Research shows that having more to choose from causes anxiety and decreases our likelihood of taking action. We have become paralyzed and polarized, reacting instead of acting and ceding control of our decisions to a continuous onslaught of information, marketing, and interruption. We live in an age where we struggle to decide which information is real or fake. We find it challenging to make even the most straightforward decisions for our happiness and success in our lives and business. This book will help you reframe your relationship with the demands on your time, overcome decision fatigue, and understand the value of creating space. Rob Hatch sets out a powerful framework and flexible approach that gives you the space to focus your attention on what is important, the power to make decisions aligned with your goals, and the ability to take action with confidence.Trade ReviewAnd yet, another book about not being distracted so you can focus (which, really, is just a distraction!). It's a good book though. If you need some motivation, if you feel overwhelmed, it's an easy read with some good to great tips. * NetGalley *Table of ContentsAbout the author ....................................................................... ix Foreword by Robert Brooks, PhD ............................................. xi Introduction ............................................................................ xvii Part one: The state of things ................................................1 Chapter 1: The problem: our distracted world .........................3 Chapter 2: This isn’t working: we weren’t prepared for this ...... 23 Part two: The power of simple decisions ...........................45 Chapter 3: Put success in your way ......................................... 47 Chapter 4: You are the architect of your system .................... 79 Part three: Systems that serve .........................................125 Chapter 5: Small – Big – Small .............................................. 127 Chapter 6: The value of emotional decisions ....................... 175 Chapter 7: Decide before you have to ................................... 201 Chapter 8: One number .......................................................... 229 Conclusion: what does that look like? .................................... 237 What’s next?............................................................................ 257

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Book Synopsis'Compelling.' Reni Eddo-LodgeA 'must-read book for 2022', as picked by StylistMore than one fifth of children want to become influencers and it's easy to understand why. What if you could escape economic uncertainty by winning the internet's attention? What if you could turn the adoration of your social media followers into a lucrative livelihood?But as Symeon Brown explores in this searing exposé, the reality is much murkier. From IRL streamers in LA to Brazilian butt lifts, from sex workers on OnlyFans to fraudulent cryptocurrency schemes, these are the incredible stories that lurk behind the filtered selfies and gleaming smiles.Exposing the fraud, exploitation, bribery, and dishonesty at the core of the influencer model, Get Rich or Lie Trying asks if our digital rat race is costing us too much. Revealing a broken economy resembling a pyramid scheme, this incredible blend of reportage and analysis will captivate and horrify you in equal measure.Trade ReviewWell-researched, quietly polemic * The Sunday Times *Brown's skill as a reporter - his curiosity about why people do what they do, his conviction that their reasons for doing so are worth exploring, and his ability to faithfully tell their stories - makes his a starkly original inquiry. * Times Literary Supplement *Meticulously researched * New Statesman *A rigorous and riveting deep-dive into the influencer ecosystem - brimming with critical analysis but executed with the lightest touch. * Pandora Sykes *'[A] well-researched polemic... Brown's book is wonderfully expansive... The book's strength is its forensic examination of power and economic structures' * The i *Entertaining * The Economist *Fantastic and one of the first to try and really figure out how a deterioration of material conditions for young people has resulted in a hyper individualistic and cynical influencer economy built on deception * Hussein Kesvani *A welcome balance of curiosity, compassion and intellect * Irish Indepedent *The first serious attempt to expose the hidden darker side of the economy of influencing * Financial Times *A new cutting exposé * Dazed *The modern influencer model starts to feel more like a scam or a pyramid scheme than a system rewarding aspiration and 'hard work'. In his new book, Get Rich or Lie Trying: Ambition and Deceit in the New Influencer Economy, journalist and author Symeon Brown gets to the heart of this murky world * Huck *A compelling read. It had my whole household talking! * Reni Eddo Lodge, bestselling author of Why I’m No Longer Talking to White People About Race *Symeon Brown is one of Britain's foremost thinkers. * Yomi Adegoke, Author of Slay In Your Lane and Vogue Columnist *A monumental and overdue interrogation of the winners and losers of modern influencer and hustle culture. It is rigorously researched and written with both sincerity and a great deal of empathy. * Jason Okundaye, Writer & Columnist *Highly original and thoroughly entertaining. A deliciously well written deep dive into the smoke and mirror filled multi-billion-dollar world of influencer culture and 'business'. * Nels Abbey, author of Think Like A White Man *Symeon is a vital new literary voice. This is essential reading., combining investigative journalism with a deep knowledge of popular culture and astute analysis of late-stage capitalism. * Emma Dabiri, Author of What White People Can Do Next *Doggedly reported and packed with outrageous anecdotes, this is a persuasive argument that 21st-century influencers are nothing more than 19th-century snake oil salesmen reincarnated * Publishers Weekly *Table of Contents1: The Unicorn in Polyester 2: Under the Knife 3: Find Some Fans 4: Smile (or Fight), You're on Camera 5: Work From Home: Ask Me How 6: The Art of the Hack 7: Outsider Trading 8: Black Lives Matter, Here's My Ca$h App 9: We Are All Influencers Now

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Book SynopsisNew to Facebook? Then this essential guide will prove to be the perfect introduction to the world''s largest social media site. Covering Facebook''s key features, including:Setting up an account and posting on Facebook, whilst maintaining your privacy and staying safe.Having fun perfecting and sharing photos and videos. Creating Facebook Groups and Pages, including your business or charity Page. Saving time by using Events to invite friends, and to organize your social life, in an instant. Buying and selling items using the no-fee Marketplace. Eliminating irrelevant adverts and annoying posts from your News Feed. Using the free messaging service, Messenger, to send private messages, and make phone and video calls. Learning about Facebook Live, and the television apps. Even if you are a veteran Facebook user already, you''re sure to learn something new with this jam-packed book.

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Book SynopsisTHE CLASSIC BESTSELLING GUIDE TO LAUNCHING AND MAKING YOUR NEW PRODUCT, SERVICE OR IDEA A SUCCESS.''The ultimate entrepreneurship handbook'' - Arianna Huffington Whether you''re an aspiring entrepreneur, small-business owner, intrapreneur, or not-for-profit leader, there''s no shortage of advice on topics such as innovating, recruiting, fund raising, and branding. In fact, there are so many books, articles, websites, blogs, webinars, and conferences that many startups focus on the wrong priorities and go broke before they succeed. The Art of the Start 2.0 solves that problem by distilling Guy Kawasaki''s decades of experience as one of the most hardworking and irreverent strategists in the business world. Guy understands the seismic changes in business over the last decade: Once-invulnerable market leaders are struggling. Many of the basics of getting established have become easier, cheaper, and more democratic. Business plans are no longer necessary. SociTrade ReviewThe Art of the Start 2.0 is the ultimate entrepreneurship handbook. Kawasaki's generous wisdom, tips, and humour reflect his successes and failures. We can all benefit from his insights -- Arianna Huffington, president and editor in chief, Huffington PostA successful entrepreneur requires three things: a garage, an idea, and this book - Guy's irrepressible guide to the raw essentials of life in a young company -- Michael Moritz, Sequoia CapitalThis is a delightful, complete, and consummately practical entrepreneur's handbook. Every person who wants to start a business should read it -- Clayton Christensen, author of 'The Innovator's Dilemma'Anyone trying to change the world should read The Art of the Start -- Wendy Kopp, founder of Teach for AmericaThis is a must-read book for every entrepreneur -- Mark Cuban, owner of the Dallas Mavericks and star of Shark TankThank heavens that Guy Kawasaki has seen fit to rejig his entrepreneurs' bible. A sound guide for running a business from start to middle. * The Times *

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Book SynopsisMicronesia, Hawaii, Polynesia, Bora Bora, Seychelles, Maldives, Australia - where does the mind go when imagining such places. Drawn from the best travel blogs and Instagram images, this book brings together the most beautiful locations near, on, or under water. From eco resorts to remote, pristine islands; from sailing on ultra-blue oceans to diving in translucent waters; in aerial and underwater photography, the focus is on finding paradise. Whether thinking about a trip or longing for sun and sand, this book is where those daydreams begin.

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Book SynopsisAn eye-opening look at the invisible workers who protect us from seeing the worst of humanity on today’s commercial internetTrade Review“Sarah T Roberts’s vital new study demonstrates how online content moderation is a global industry that operates on the back of human exploitation” —John Naughton, The Guardian“This book will define our thinking about the modern internet. Roberts has deftly dispelled the myth of freely flowing content in social media and brought critical attention to the work of digital laborers. Whatever you thought about how the internet works, prepare to rethink it all. A must read for anyone who uses and trusts the objectivity of the internet.”—Safiya Umoja Noble, author of Algorithms of Oppression: How Search Engines Reinforce Racism“Sarah Roberts, one of the leading pioneers of scholarship in the digital age, opens a window onto the opaque world of content moderation. Behind the Screen is the definitive work on this key sector of the digital economy, its influence certain to shape policy and research in the years to come. Not only that – it’s a great read!”—David Kaye, UN Special Rapporteur on Freedom of Expression“Behind the Screen is engaged social science at its best. Roberts has deeply researched the labor of content moderators. Her empathetic understanding of their place in the global digital labor market unlocks a compelling theoretical framework for the political economy of communication. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in how online discourse is limited, structured, and enabled.”—Frank Pasquale, author of The Black Box Society: The Secret Algorithms That Control Money and Information“Sarah Roberts will take you on an eye opening journey into the hidden world of the largely unsung and unappreciated people whose hard psychological labor plays a huge role in shaping the global public sphere. Behind the Screen is essential reading for anybody seeking to understand the private governance of online speech.”—Rebecca MacKinnon, author of Consent of the Networked: The Worldwide Struggle for Internet Freedom"The duty of a technology scholar is to demystify a system so that readers recognize the human hands and minds at work behind what otherwise seems the work of wizards. In stirring and clear prose, Sarah T. Roberts demystifies the labor and judgement that influence what we see on Facebook and other platforms — and how they can never achieve what the companies promise."—Siva Vaidhyanathan, author of Antisocial Media: How Facebook Disconnects Us and Undermines Democracy

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Book SynopsisMartin Thomas is a highly-experienced marketing communications consultant, trainer, author, public speaker and non-executive director. He has enjoyed a successful career in advertising, PR, sponsorship and media including senior management roles with some of the world's leading marketing services agencies. Much of his work has been focused on helping organisations respond to the opportunities and challenges posed by digital media. He is digital and social media course leader for the Institute of Directors.Table of Contents PART 1 - PLAN: DEVELOPING A SUCCESSFUL SOCIAL MEDIA STRATEGY 1 Defining your objectives 2 Measuring success 3 Creating an operating system PART 2 - DO: HARNESSING THE POWER OF SOCIAL MEDIA TO BOOST YOUR BUSINESS 4 Delivering a core social media programme 5 Making the most of social intelligence 6 Using social media to enhance your sales and marketing 7 Embracing social customer service 8 Reinvigorating your internal communications 9 Transforming your corporate culture PART 3 - CHECK: MANAGING RISKS AND MEASURING PERFORMANCE 10 Avoiding problems and handling crises 11 Auditing your performance PART 4 - BE: DEVELOPING YOUR PERSONAL PROFILE AND LEADERSHIP SKILLS 12 Enhancing your social media literacy 13 Managing your personal brand 14 Using social media as a leadership tool

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Book SynopsisSometimes you press the button without thinking ... you know it’s a mistake but there’s no way back, you’ve posted something really stupid. It doesn’t make sense ... it’s littered with spelling mistakes ... you’ve missed the point ... Oh, God! I’d do ANYTHING to take that back! Other times, you read tweets that are just plain dumb!In this laugh-out-loud collection, you’ll find a selection of the really stupid things people post: · ‘I hate grapes. They discuss me.’ · ‘I want my first daughter to be a girl.’ · ‘Hope I done well in the English exam.’ With hundreds of examples of the very best (worst) tweeted howlers that range from the silly to the bewildering, The World’s Stupidest Tweets is guaranteed to keep you chuckling!

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Book SynopsisIf you wanted to build a machine that would distribute propaganda to millions of people, distract them from important issues, energize hatred and bigotry, erode social trust, undermine respectable journalism, foster doubts about science, and engage in massive surveillance all at once, you would make something a lot like Facebook. Of course, none of that was part of the plan. In this fully updated paperback edition of Antisocial Media, Siva Vaidhyanathan explains how Facebook devolved from an innocent social site hacked together by Harvard students into a force that, while it may make personal life just a little more pleasurable, makes democracy a lot more challenging. It''s an account of the hubris of good intentions, a missionary spirit, and an ideology that sees computer code as the universal solvent for all human problems. And it''s an indictment of how social media has fostered the deterioration of democratic culture around the world, from facilitating Russian meddling in support oTrade ReviewFortunately, finally, we seem ready to have the necessary conversations about how social media has changed our hearts and minds and politics, including the hard conversations. And this is the right book for our moment. It lays out, in crisp, compelling language, why Facebook may be good for some individuals but not good for democracy. Antisocial Media is not negative or defeatist. But it does not sugarcoat the facts. We can only remake technology to conform to new social values if we do the hard work of committing to what they are. That's a problem that Facebook can't solve. This is history, philosophy, and a call to action." -Sherry Turkle, Professor of the Social Studies of Science and Technology, MIT, and author of Reclaiming Conversation and Alone TogetherHello, reader. Do you use Facebook? Do you see it more times in a given day than you, say, drink a glass of water? If so, I suggest you find out from Siva Vaidhyanathan to what it is that you've given not only yourself, but also your crucial little portion of our world. He's the one who can tell you." -Jonathan Lethem, author of Motherless Brooklyn and Fortress of SolitudeAs a San Franciscan, I've had a front-row seat for the rise of Silicon Valley as a global power, and what the glossy new oligarchs have brought us terrifies me, as has the widespread obliviousness to the consequences of their new systems of information control. It's made me enormously grateful for Siva Vaidhyanathan, who set out after the election to dissect exactly how Facebook had helped corrupt our minds, our culture, our elections, and our governments. His scathing conclusions here should both chill you and equip you to face the perils the new information megacorporations pose to each and all of us." -Rebecca Solnit, author of Hope in the DarkAn eye -opening and provocative examination of the unintended consequences that this tech giant inflicted on the global community it created. * Kathleen Hall Jamieson, Elizabeth Ware Packard Professor of Communication, Annenberg School for Communication, University of Pennsylvania, and author of Cyberwar *Facebook's plan to connect the world has backfired. Democratic societies are unraveling everywhere. Conflict is trumping community, suspicion is undermining trust. Antisocial Media is the best account of how and why the world's leading tech firms have contributed to this crisis, here and across the globe. Vaidhyanathan's message is not merely necessary; it's urgent. * Eric Klinenberg, Professor of Sociology at NYU and author of Palaces for the People: How Social Infrastructure Can Help Fight Inequality, Polarization, and the Decline of Civic Life *Vaidhyanathan does have some solutions in mind, but they are not the simple tweaks Facebook proposes. There's no way at this point to reengineer a platform that rewards hasty, emotional, shallow engagement or moderates content to ensure two billion people behave themselves. We need to work across borders to make these steps multinational if not global. And we need to do it soon. The lamps are going out all over Europe again, and far beyond. * Barbara Fister, Inside HigherEd *In "Antisocial Media," University of Virginia professor Siva Vaidhyanathan gives a full and rigorous accounting of Facebook's sins. Much of the criticism will be familiar to anyone who has been following the news about the company. What distinguishes the book is Vaidhyanathan's skill in putting the social media phenomenon into a broader context - legal, historical and political. * Nicholas Carr, The Washington Post *In a post-Cambridge Analytica, post-Donald Trump election world, Vaidhyanathan's book [Antisocial Media] is a critique of the "Facebook machine" and the ways it operates on users in terms of "pleasure, surveillance, attention, protest, politics, and disinformation." - Express Newspaper Service, The Indian ExpressVaidhyanathan has written a structured response to the behemoth that is Facebook. He acknowledges all the rhetorically valid ways in which Facebook might offer emotionally fulfilling interactions (the author himself is a user), but he buttresses these emotive motivations with close readings of the filter bubble, monetization of all transactions on the platform, and even the inherent vice of "good" business... Verdict: Ideal for readers who live in the world of social media who want to put these platforms into context. * Jesse A. Lambertson, Library Journal *An excellent critique of the social media giant underlines the threat it poses to us all - and suggests how it can be tamed. * John Naughton, The Guardian *With 30 per cent of the world's population on Facebook, Vaidhyanathan contends that the platform could become the operating system of our lives. And while it's fun to catch up with old school friends, its "mediated cacophony" is a powerful tool for the vocal minority to quickly subvert silent majorities. Zuckerberg himself is curiously complacent. Facebook, he says, "is just too big to govern. We are victims of its success. * Nick Smith, Engineering & Technology *This thoroughly researched and persuasively argued account of social media's noxious effects on the very fabric of society is the first study of its kind: a trenchant analysis of Facebook's unwholesome side effects. It needed saying, and it's supremely well said." - Juanita Coulson, The LadyFrom propagating fake news to violating our privacy, from empowering authoritarian regimes to enabling anti-Semitic advertising, Facebook has become the social network everyone loves to hate. Vaidhyanathan, whose previous books include "The Googlization of Everything" - and "Why We Should Worry", has produced a valuable guide, written in clear, non-academic prose, to the monstrous force Facebook has become. And if his overview of what's gone wrong with Facebook will seem familiar to those of us who obsess about these things, it nevertheless serves as a worthwhile introduction to the Zuckerborg and all that it has wrought. If only Vaidhyanathan had some compelling ideas on what to do about it. If only any of us did." - Dan Kennedy, The Arts FuseVaidhyanathan has been a strenuous critic of the technology industry, and the book is best described by his own pithy summary: "The problem with Facebook is Facebook." He's spent the past several years reading and thinking with scholarly depth about not just how Facebook works, but why it was built the way that it was." - Alexis C. Madrigal, The AtlanticVaidhyanathan writes with conviction and a deep sense of history. His research is sharp and diverse and his long association with media studies and readings on the philosophy of modern technology is vividly reflected in his writing. Personally, it was a pleasure to know that Vaidhyanathan had worked with the New York University where legendary social commentator and a critic of technology, Neil Postman, taught, and his anecdotes on Postman's ideas are a social media student's delight." - Jinoy Jose P, The HinduI think your book has to be, in my mind, one of the most important nonfiction books of this year, if not in the last decade... It's extremely important for the users especially to look at the mechanics of this monster that's been created over the last decade or so." - Juan González, Daily Show Co-Host, Democracy Now!14/01/2019Table of ContentsIntroduction Chapter 1: The Pleasure Machine Chapter 2: The Surveillance Machine Chapter 3: The Attention Machine Chapter 4: The Benevolence Machine Chapter 5: The Protest Machine Chapter 6: The Politics Machine Chapter 7: The Disinformation Machine Conclusion: The Nonsense Machine Acknowledgements

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Book SynopsisLet Michal Oshman take you on a journey of self discovery to identify what makes you you, what you were born to do and how to do it.As a mentor for leaders in top global companies, Michal created a unique personal growth methodology based on the life-changing principles of Jewish wisdom. It is easy to think that the daily challenges we experience in the 21st century are new and unlike any that people faced in the past. Michal draws on her own heritage and a wide range of Jewish teachings to offer practical advice for common concerns, such as a broken heart, parenting, overcoming setbacks and getting the most out of your career.By challenging you to explore what matters, Michal offers solutions to your everyday struggles. She will empower you as well as teach you how to adopt her self-development tools to discover who you really are and what you were born to do with your life. With its uplifting belief that you already have all the ingredients within you to leaTrade ReviewThis is a self-help book with a difference [...] For anyone seeking a more fulfilling life, Michal Oshman's account of how she found hers could just be an inspiring and invaluable handbook. -- Sipora Levy * The Jewish Chronicle *Using age-old approaches to issues such as Imposter Syndrome, company culture and risk-taking, she brings sometime fresh to the professional self-help landscape. It is inspiring beyond belief. -- Alice Olins * Red *

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Book SynopsisWeb of Lies is a fascinating and far-reaching examination of the rising threat of far-right extremist thought in Ireland and internationally, and looks at how these movements utilise the online world to spread disinformation, polarising society in the process. From the Illuminati to the Red Scare, Save the Children to QAnon, research analyst Aoife Gallagher shows that there are many pathways to radicalisation most of them benign and unassuming and demonstrates that we are all susceptible to conspiratorial thinking and at risk of falling down the rabbit hole.In an accessible and entertaining style, Web of Lies presents a history of conspiracy theories and their roots in anti-Semitism, xenophobia and white supremacy; the role social media plays in spreading these theories; how they can proliferate during times of crises; and what we can do to protect ourselves and others from falling victim to these messages.Ever wondered how good people

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Book SynopsisDavid Kirkpatrick was for many years the senior editor for internet and technology at Fortune magazine. While at Fortune he wrote cover stories about Apple, IBM, Intel, Microsoft, Sun, and numerous other technology subjects. More recently he organized the Techonomy conference on the centrality of technology innovation for all human activity. He is a member of the Council on Foreign Relations and appears frequently on television, radio, and the Internet as an expert on technology. He lives in New York.Trade ReviewDavid Kirkpatrick was handed the keys to the Facebook kingdom - the result is the definitive account of its phenomenal rise * Observer *Leaves you with a deep understanding of Facebook, its philosophies and, most startlingly, its power. You come away with a creepy new awareness of how a directory of college students is fast becoming a directory of all humanity * Scotsman *A well-reported account of the first six years of one of the most important companies on earth * Financial Times *Mr. Kirkpatrick provides some intriguing insights into the psyche of Mr. Zuckerberg * The Economist *A compelling account of the origins and prospects of the social networking giant * The Week *

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Book Synopsis''A terrific history of the online creator economy.'' The New York Times''This book is about a revolution. It has radically upended how we''ve understood and interacted with our world. It has demolished traditional barriers and empowered millions who were previously marginalized. It has created vast new sectors of our economy, while devastating legacy institutions. It is often dismissed by traditionalists as a vacant fad, when in fact it is the greatest and most disruptive change in modern capitalism.''Acclaimed Washington Post reporter Taylor Lorenz presents a groundbreaking social history of the internet-revealing how online influence and the creators who amass it have reshaped our world, online and off.For over a decade, Taylor Lorenz has been the authority on internet culture, documenting its far-reaching effects on all corners of our lives. Her reporting is serious yet entertaining and illuminates deep truths about ourselves and the Trade ReviewThis astute debut from Lorenz, a Washington Post technology columnist, traces the tumultuous history of social media from the early 2000s to the present.... Lorenz accomplishes the difficult feat of wrangling a cogent narrative out of the unruliness of social media, while offering smart insight into how platforms affect their users.... It's a powerful assessment of how logging on has changed the world. * Publishers Weekly *An expansive look at how social platforms have radically altered literally every aspect of our lives. * Dazed *A terrific history of the online creator economy. * The New York Times *If you want to understand what is happening on the internet, you start by reading Taylor Lorenz. * Bloomberg *A leading voice on social-media trends and internet culture. * The Economist *

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Book SynopsisBe a new face on Facebook! If you're new to the Facebook user community, don't be shy: you're joining around 2.7 billion users (roughly two-and-a-half Chinas) worldwide, so you'll want to make sure you're being as sociable as possible. And with more functionality and ways to say hellolike 3-D photos and Video Chat roomsthan ever before, Facebook For Dummies is the perfect, informative companion to get and new and inexperienced users acquainted with the main features of the platform and comfortable with sharing posts, pictures (or whatever else you find interesting) with friends, family, and the world beyond! In a chatty, straightforward style, your friendly hosts, Carolyn Abram and Amy Karasavasboth former Facebook employeeshelp you get settled in with the basics, like setting up your profile and adding content, as well as protecting your privacy when you want to decide who can and can't see your posts. They then show you how to get involved as you add new friends, toggle your newsfeed, shape your timeline story, join groups, and more. They even let you in on ways to go pro and use Facebook for work, such as building a promo page and showing off your business to the world. Once you come out of your virtual shell, there'll be no stopping you! Build your profile and start adding friendsSend private messages and instant notesShare your memoriesTell stories about your daySet your privacy and curate your news feed Don't be a wallflower: with this book you have the ideal icebreaker to get the party started so you can join in with all the fun!Table of ContentsIntroduction 1 Part 1: Getting Started 5 Chapter 1: The Many Faces of Facebook 7 Chapter 2: Adding Your Face 23 Chapter 3: Finding Your Way Around 35 Part 2: Day-to-Day Facebook 49 Chapter 4: Reading News Feed and Posting 51 Chapter 5: Timeline: The Story of You 83 Chapter 6: Understanding Privacy and Safety 109 Chapter 7: Facebook on the Go 157 Part 3: Connecting with Friends 197 Chapter 8: Finding Facebook Friends 199 Chapter 9: Just between You and Me: Facebook Messenger 211 Chapter 10: Sharing with Facebook Groups 231 Part 4: Getting the Most from Facebook 257 Chapter 11: Filling Facebook with Photos and Videos 259 Chapter 12: Buying, Selling, and Fundraising 285 Chapter 13: Scheduling Your Life with Events 307 Chapter 14: Creating a Page for Promotion 319 Chapter 15: Using Facebook with Games, Websites, and Apps 355 Part 5: The Part of Tens 373 Chapter 16: Ten Ways to Make the Most of Your Facebook Content 375 Chapter 17: Ten Ways to Be Politically Active on Facebook 383 Chapter 18: Ten Frequently Asked Questions 389 Index 397

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Book SynopsisBecome a LinkedIn power user and harness the potential of social selling With the impact of COVID, remote working has become big, and so has the use of digital/virtual sales tools. More sales teams want and need to understand how to use social media platforms like LinkedIn to sell, and most do not use it properly.The Ultimate LinkedIn Sales Guideis the go-to book and guide for utilizing LinkedIn to sell. It coversall aspects of social and digital selling,includingbuilding the ultimate LinkedIn profile, using the searching functions to find customers, sending effective LinkedIn messages (written, audio & video), creating great content that generates sales,andall the latest tips and tricks,strategiesand tools.With the right LinkedIn knowledge, you can attract customers and generate leads, improving your sales numbers from the comfort and safety of your computer. No matter what you are selling, LinkedIn can connect you to buyers. If you're savvy, you can stay in touch with clients and generate more repeat sales, build trust, and create engaging content that will spread by word-of-mouththe most powerful sales strategy around. This book will teach you how to do all that and more. InTheUltimate LinkedIn Sales Guideyou will learnhow to: Use theproven4 Pillars of Social Selling Successto improve your existing LinkedIn activities or get started on a firm footingCreatethe Ultimate LinkedIn Profile, complete with a strong personal brand that could catapult you to industry leader statusGenerate leadsusingLinkedIn, then build and manage relationships with connected accounts to turn those leads into customersUtilize little-known LinkedIn power tools to grow your network, send effective messages, and write successful LinkedIn articlesAnd so much more! The Ultimate LinkedIn Sales Guideis a must read for anyone wishing to utilise LinkedIn to improve sales.Table of ContentsForeword xiii About the Author xvii Introduction xxiii Part 1 About LinkedIn 1 Chapter 1 The History of LinkedIn 3 Chapter 2 LinkedIn Free versus Premium/Sales Navigator 7 Chapter 3 The Pillars of LinkedIn Success 13 Part 2 The Perfect Profile 19 Chapter 4 Creating a Fully Optimised LinkedIn Profile 21 Chapter 5 Your Digital Suit or Dress… 29 Chapter 6 Common LinkedIn Profile Mistakes 37 Chapter 7 Building the Ultimate LinkedIn Profile 43 Part 3 Growing Your Network 73 Chapter 8 Using LinkedIn Searches 75 Chapter 9 Growing Your LinkedIn Network 87 Chapter 10 Sending Personalised Connection Requests 97 Part 4 Messaging 107 Chapter 11 LinkedIn Messaging 109 Chapter 12 LinkedIn Message Templates 119 Chapter 13 LinkedIn Audio and Video Messages 127 Part 5 Content 155 Chapter 14 Sharing Content on LinkedIn 157 Chapter 15 Creating Content on LinkedIn 173 Chapter 16 Writing Articles on LinkedIn 221 Chapter 17 Creating Viral Content on LinkedIn 237 Part 6 Personal Branding 245 Chapter 18 Building an Industry-Leading Personal Brand 247 Chapter 19 Generating Leads from LinkedIn 259 Part 7 Sales Strategy 265 Chapter 20 Account-Based Marketing, Managing Accounts & Building Digital Relationships 267 Chapter 21 Multi-Touch Selling 271 Chapter 22 Linked In Tools, Technology & Software 275 Chapter 23 Measuring Results on LinkedIn & Your SSI Score 281 Chapter 24 LinkedIn Sales Navigator Tips 285 Chapter 25 The Future of Social & Digital Selling 293 Chapter 26 The Prospecting Maze 299 Working with Daniel Disney 311 Acknowledgements 323 Index 329

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Book SynopsisExploring questions of both exploitation and empowerment, Understanding Social Media provides a critical conceptual toolbox for navigating the evolution and practices of social media. Taking an interdisciplinary and intercultural approach, it explores the key themes and concepts, going beyond specific platforms to show you how to place social media more critically within the changing media landscape. Updated throughout, the Second Edition of this bestselling text includes new and expanded discussions of: Qualitative and quantitative approaches to researching social media Datafication and algorithmic cultures Surveillance, privacy and intimacy The rise of apps and platforms, and how they shape our experiences Sharing economies and social media publics The increasing importance of visual economies AR, VR and social media play Death and digital legacy Tying theory to the real world with a range of contemporary case studies throughout, it is essential reading for students and researchers of social media, digital media, digital culture, and the creative and cultural industries.Table of ContentsChapter 1 Introduction Chapter 2 Approaches to Social Media Chapter 3 Histories of Social Media Chapter 4 Datafication and Algorithmic Cultures Chapter 5 Mobile Applification Chapter 6 Geolocation and Social Media Chapter 7 Social Media Visualities Chapter 8 Mobile Media Art: The Art of the Social Chapter 9 Museums and New Visualities Chapter 10 Paralinguistics Chapter 11 Social Media Mixed Reality Chapter 12 Social Media and Death Chapter 13 Conclusion

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Book SynopsisHath thou seen thy Classic Art Memes?This hilarious book is full of laugh-out-loud classic art memes to brighten your day. From renaissance to baroque, rococo to romantics historical art is made hysterical with amusing modern wit.

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Book SynopsisAfter many years on the fringe, online counselling has rapidly become mainstream practice, propelled by the Covid-19 pandemic. Yet too often practitioners assume they can transition from in-person counselling without need for further training. In this essential book, Sarah Worley-James brings her many years' experience of online counselling and supervision to explore with the reader the practical and technical requirements of the work and also, importantly, the relational issues that working online brings. The book covers video, audio and text-based counselling, using vivid vignettes and case examples to bring to life its contents. All aspects, from transitioning and setting up the room and the equipment needed through to contracts, data storage and, above all, risk, are covered, with practical exercises to help you gain confidence in using these emerging media to their full creative potential.Trade Review'Reading Online Counselling made me realise just of how far online therapy has matured as a profession over the past 10 years. Sarah's warm and inviting style of writing nails the subject of online therapy from page one. Any online therapist, whether experienced or not, will find so much in this book that will benefit them and, consequently, their online clients.' Pip Weitz, Training Director, Academy for Online Therapy - 'This is sure to be a core text for counselling courses.' Adrian Rhodes, Chair, ACTO; President, European Confederation of Psychoanalytic Psychotherapies (ECPP) - 'Sarah Worley-James has written the book we have been waiting for. It is up-to-date and has a clear, inclusive, user-friendly style.' Anne Stokes, Patron of ACTO; Director (retired) of Online Training Ltd - 'The book is an excellent resource for those new to online therapy and practitioners who are fine-tuning their existing online knowledge and skills.' Jane Evans MA, BACP (Senior Accred), author of Online Counselling and Guidance Skills (2009).Table of ContentsIntroduction, 1. What is online counselling? 2. Transitioning to online counselling, 3. Getting started, 4. Ethical practice online, 5. Developing a therapeutic relationship through video, 6. Developing a therapeutic relationship in audio and telephone counselling, 7. Developing a therapeutic relationship in text-based counselling, 8. Assessing risk online, 9. Working with risk online, 10. Supervision for online counsellors, 11. Self-care for online counselling

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Book SynopsisA prominent German thinker argues that—contrary to “Twitter Revolution” cheerleading—digital communication is destroying political discourse and political action.The shitstorm represents an authentic phenomenon of digital communication.—from In the SwarmDigital communication and social media have taken over our lives. In this contrarian reflection on digitized life, Byung-Chul Han counters the cheerleaders for Twitter revolutions and Facebook activism by arguing that digital communication is in fact responsible for the disintegration of community and public space and is slowly eroding any possibility for real political action and meaningful political discourse. In the predigital, analog era, by the time an angry letter to the editor had been composed, mailed, and received, the immediate agitation had passed. Today, digital communication enables instantaneous, impulsive reaction, meant to express and stir up outrage on the spot.

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