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English Book Presentation „The 100“

Author: Kass Morgan other infos: The book “The 100” was written in 2013 by Kass Morgan, Information about the author: The author lives and grew up in Brooklyn, New York and works as an lector for child- and youth romans. She received a bachelor’s degree from Brown University and an master’s from Oxford University in literature. She becomes famous for her book “The 100” and the TV-serie. Kind of book: Science fiction, drama, Post Apocalypse Main themes:  Society, Love and the Life on earth.

After a nuclear war the humanity lives on two spaceships, the ship “Phoenix” and the ship “Walden”. On the ships the law is very strict, every crime is sentenced with death and only people under 18 years have a chance for a retrial. The humans are for ca. 200 years on the spaceships and now the ships begin to break. The government wants to check the earth for liveability. They sent 100 youth prisoners secretly to the earth. The spaceship with them landed hard on earth. A few of them died at the landing. Clarke the main character helps the injured people and Wells tries to win her love back again with excuses. Bellamy, another important character is very worried about his sister Octavia. Before Clarke and Wells were sentenced, she told him about the experiments with radiation which her parents made, because they were threatened by the vice-chancellor. Wells couldn’t hold this secret to his father the chancellor. His father sentenced the parents of Clarke to death and her too, but she got a chance for a retrial. Wells couldn’t understood his father and wanted only protect her for death. As he heard of the earth mission with prisoner, he speed up the mission by manipulating the airlock, so that they haven’t even less oxygen. Bellamy saw as a child his mother dieing to protect Octavia. To protect her any longer, he threatened the guards that he could go on the ship to earth. Octavia got arrested by stealing medicine, because she become drug addicted as she was ill. Glass is the happy one who could escape out the prison as Bellamy threatened the guards. On earth the 100 prisoners are aggressive and building groups. Bellamy hunts and Clarke tries to help her girlfriend Thalia, but she needs medicine. As she searched with Bellamy for it, he kissed her as they found the medicine. But they relationship ended fast and also the medicine got stolen. As Octavia was identified as theft, the other wants her death for the crime but Bellamy and Wells made a deal that she only needs to leave the camp. Meanwhile Glass becomes acquitted. She tells her friend about her child and that she has been arrested for it and it died during the arrest. She loves Luke and as she was with him at the comet party the airlock begins to leak, so that the spaceship Walden begins to run out of oxygen. They go secretly on the other spaceship Phoenix to save their lives. On earth Clarke and Wells got friends again, but as a fire breached out and he prevent her to help Thalia out the fire and she dies, Clarke begins to hate him. At the end of the story Bellamy and Clarke search for Octavia because she is missed, they see trees which are planted in rows.

Important Characters:

Clarke griffin:.

Clarke is the main character. She is a 17 years old helpful, brave and blond girl. She has been sentenced for her parents experiments with children. Her parents were scientists and sentenced to death, because her ex friend Wells told his father about the experiments. Clarke get’s a chance for retrial on earth with 99 other prisoners. Her only girlfriend is Thalia, one of the 99 prisoners. Clarke worked as nurse on the ship Phoenix, that’s why she help the injured prisoners on earth.

Wells Jaha:

Wells is an black youth from ship Phoenix, who is the chancellor’s son. He is friendly and loves Clarke. He isn’t aggressive and wants peace on earth. He blames himself a bit for the death of Clarke’s parents. He is strong and worked as an engineer on the ship. He wants to protect Clarke and win her back. To protect Clarke for her death, he manipulated the airlock for speeding up the earth mission. And he sets the only tree on the ships on fire to get on the ship to earth.

Glass Sorenson:

Glass is an young girl with long hair from ship Phoenix. She is the girlfriend of Luke from ship Walden. She was sentenced for her child, but she could escape at the ship to earth start. While she gets arrested her child died. After she escaped she was acquitted by the vice chancellor. She’s born in a wealthy family but her father is dead. She sentenced the friend of Luke to death to protect him, she said that he isn’t the father.

Bellamy Blake:

Bellamy arrested himself to protect his sister Octavia on earth. His mother killed herself to protect Octavia, because it isn’t allowed to have two children on the ships. He is an good hunter and he knows much about the earlier living on earth, because he reads all books about that theme. He is excited by the earth. One time he kissed Clarke in the story but the relationship broken fast.

Octavia Blake:

Octavia is the sister of Bellamy. She is drug addicted and stolen the medicine, because she can’t sleep without it.

Message:  The earth is wonderful planet, if we destroy him the humanity would almost die, but the nature wouldn’t die.

Why did I choose this book? I have searched for a book on Amazon and I saw this book in the bestsellers in english books. I know a bit the story, because I have seen a advertising in the television.

General information about the book: The book 323 sites and the chapters are named with character names. In each chapter is an other character who tells the story in his view. Also is in almost every chapter a retrospect, which tells about the past of the character. The book has an open end and there are two more books which continues the story, because “The 100” is an triology. The TV serie has an other story as the book, only the main story is the same, but it has other characters.

2016 Manuel Fischer

How to make a book presentation

When it comes to promoting and selling your publication, book presentations play a major part. Are you interested in finding more about how to create a well-structured presentation ? Luckily, you landed on the right page. This article helps you understand the process behind making a successful presentation in Flipsnack. Just keep in mind the next steps we’re going to debate and enjoy the process. So, to cut a long story short here are 5 useful tips on how to make a book presentation:

• Select a book. Decide on what book you want to make a presentation .
• Collect information. Make a research about the author’s biography, reviews, and other books.
• Start designing the page layouts. Flipsnack offers a fantastic online editor.
• Add interactive elements. Integrate video, captions, hyperlinks, and other interactive elements in your design.
• Download or publish it online. Display your book presentation publicly or private.

I was recently asked to design a book promo in both Indesign and Flipsnack, to show publishers how well Flipsnack works for them. I chose one of my favorite authors, Donald Miller.

About Donald Miller

This book presentation is focused on the work of Donald Miller, who usually writes about his life experience and his struggles, in a friendly way. His stories inspire people to fall in love with life and to live it at the highest level. He is better known for the New York Times Best Sellers: “Blue like Jazz”, “Million Miles in a Thousand Years”, but he’s written many other great books. I encourage you to read them.

His most recent publication is Scary Close, and it is the main focus of my book presentation .

Below you can see what I designed.

Because I like how the project turned out, I thought I should give you some tips on how you can make similar book promos.

Using Flipsnack for a book presentation

Flipsnack is a complex tool for creating brochures, newspapers, magazines, and books. Whether you are a professional designer or a high schooler the process of ‘“ how to make a book presentation”  has never been easier. You just have to select a template or create the presentation from scratch, choose the page layouts, to arrange the text and images on the page, add the photos and make it a flipbook . Then publish it and share it on social media or via email with your wide audience. With the help of Flipsnack you’ll be an expert at designing fabulous academic presentations in no time.

What should a book presentation contain?

There is some important information that every book catalog or book promo should contain.  It should present some interesting info that will entice the reader to buy the book. The content shouldn’t be too long or too short. Here are some ideas of what could be included in a book promo:

• Book presentation
• Main characters description
• Other books
• Interview with the author

Conclude the presentation with a closing paragraph sharing the most important lessons learned from the book and what you consider the most important message that you drew out from it.

Nowadays visual marketing is very important, so try to turn your book presentation into something beautiful, fascinating, with a design that matches the writer’s style.

How to integrate interactive elements in your design

When you design a publication in Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, etc. reserve some white space for the interactive elements. Make interactivity a part of your design, and you’ll be surprised of what a big improvement it will bring to your project.

These text blurbs are great for highlighting quotes, for additional information, or for short descriptions. I used captions in the biography section to add some information about Donald Miller’s photos.

What is so great about captions is that you can use them to bring more color and contrast to your designs. Captions will also help you save space, by not revealing all text at once. This way, your design will have room to breathe.

Readers will love to click on captions to see what they reveal. The caption has that element of surprise, that we all love.     

For the book presentation I chose a video tag, through which readers can watch an interview with Miller about his new book “Scary Close”. Tags are a great tool for adding videos or images to a design, because they are small and you can place them anywhere on the page. Just like captions, you can use them to de-clutter a design, prevent visual noise, while keeping all the needed information on the page. To catch the readers’ eyes, tags use a subtle blinking effect.

“Buy This” Button

If you’re showcasing other books of the author you should make it easy for readers to buy them. You can do that by just adding some buy buttons . Insert the Amazon URL, (or any other URL for that matter) and with just one click the user will be able to buy it.

Buy buttons are very easy to use and they are very practical. They can help you sell, and that is the ultimate goal of any book catalog or book presentation.  

Video Widget

After you read some paragraphs of an interview you probably become curious about how the writer would say those things. You don’t have to search for videos on Youtube, because with the video widget you can have it play right there on your page. You just have to reserve some space in your design for this. You will not regret it.

This is how you can use Flipsnack to create a digital book or interactive experience for readers, which will make them interested in buying the book. Also if you are searching for a platform with a good reputation to sell your work, Flipsnack is the right place for you. Now you can sell and publish your publication in no time. The first step when setting your work for sale is to connect your Flipsnack account with Stripe. The second step is to set a price for the publication. Usually, the price of a digital magazine varies between $3 – $6, depending on the page number of the publication and then c hoose the right preview pages. Make sure the pages included in your preview edition share enough information, so your readers are attracted to purchase it.

After you set your publication for sale, you can find the statistics in the Stats section in your account. With the help of Flipsnack reaching readers from all over the globe has never been easier! Learn more about how to sell your digital magazines here!

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• 1 Moral Ambiguity
• 2.1 Are there Good Guys?
• 2.2 Is Humanity deserving of survival?
• 4 Sexuality
• 6 Suicide/Sacrifice
• 7 Notes and Trivia
• 8 References

Moral Ambiguity [ ]

The 100 challenges its viewers' morality by allowing the show's protagonists to make questionable decisions. It's up to us to determine how far our goodwill reaches, and how much it takes before a character's past crimes can be forgiven. [1]

It's very clear that, although everyone on The 100 has done some shady and/or mass-murderous things over the course of the show's seven seasons, our main protagonists ultimately want to do the right thing. But the further we get into the brutal world of the show, the less the characters are concerned with doing the right thing, as opposed to doing the right thing for their own people. In that sense, Shatner is right — after all, even villains usually see themselves as the heroes of their own stories. [2]

It's not just the characters that are left wondering whether their choices were right, the viewer is forced to ask the same question. Would we go to such a dark and brutal place? Could we? [3]

Even the antagonists are never truly "evil". When it comes down to it, they use the same reasoning as our main characters to justify their actions 'I'm doing what's best for my people'. Dante Wallace, despite being the leader of Mount Weather and allowing his staff to experiment on grounders, tried to protect the Delinquents on several occasions, as long as his people remained safe and secure. In the final episodes of Season 3, Mount Weather has already been compromised. Only then does he allow Cage to drill the Sky People for bone marrow, as his final resort. This can be paralleled to Season 4, when Abby tests Nightblood on "Baylis", and almost on Emori, to save their people from Praimfaya. In both situations, the leader has taken the lives of innocent people, in order to save those of their own. In "The 100", the lines between hero and villain are blurred, and often a matter of perspective rather than true morality. [citation needed] However, A.L.I.E. , the major antagonist of Season Three , is purely evil, and has no remorse of killing innocent people. This is debatable, as A.L.I.E.'s plan was to make life better, human life is not the only type of life worth valuing.

"The 100" doesn't pretend that its protagonists are heroes. It never glorifies violence, no matter who is perpetuating it or however valid its logic is given the protagonists' goals. Even when "The 100" convinces us that we would probably do exactly the same thing in these characters' terrible positions, it never shies away from the unbearable weight of it all. [4]

This perhaps best exemplified in Blood Must Have Blood (Part 2) , where The 100 show its protagonists do terrible things in the name of saving the ones they love, having Clarke and Bellamy kill every single person in Mount Weather (except for Carl Emerson ) to save their people from Cage's bone marrow harvesting. This includes Maya Vie , the girl who made their continued survival possible. It includes all of the Mountain Men who harbored Sky Teens at risk to their own lives. It includes the many innocent children who called Mount Weather home. This decision isn't presented as the only option (because there are always other options), but it is presented as necessary if Clarke and Bellamy want to save their loved ones -- and this is an important distinction. [4] In the following episode, Wanheda (Part 1) , interesting subtext comes into play during the Niylah and Clarke story. While Clarke is burdened with guilt over the events of Mount Weather, Niylah sees her as a folk hero of sorts. Not only does she protect Clarke from Grounders searching for her, but she tells her that she supports her previous deadly decision. "You ended the reaping," she says. It's an interesting and complicated thread, about how violence and war creates heroes, villains, and antiheroes. [5]

In Book One , i.e. the first five seasons, the main theme is doing whatever it takes to survive. In Book Two , which starts with Season Six , the main theme is about trying to become good guys. [6]

Themes in Dialogue [ ]

Are there good guys [ ].

Whether or not so-called "good guys" exist in their world is a question pondered by multiple people throughout the show, most of all Clarke.

This theme first appears in episode 2x13, Resurrection , when Abby says to Clarke "I need you to do something for me — don’t forget that we’re the good guys." In 2x16, Blood Must Have Blood (Part 2) , after killing almost the entire population of Mount Weather , Clarke cries in her mother's arms, "I tried. I tried to be the good guy." to which Abby replies, "Maybe there are no good guys." Clarke later repeats this statement to Bellamy in 3x11, Nevermore , after he asks her "What do you do when you realize you might not be the good guy." Clarke's continuous fight for their people throughout seasons 3 and 4 make Abby rethink this, however, as by 4x12, The Chosen , she says to her daughter, "I told you there were no good guys, but that's not true, there are, you are." Clarke does not appear to fully believe her as six years later, when Madi suggests one of the newly-arrived Eligius Prisoners might be a "good guy", Clarke shoots him without blinking an eye and matter-of-factly tells her daughter that "There are no good guys".

With Monty telling them in his last video message to "be the good guys" on Sanctum, the intentions of most main characters from earth, especially Clarke, turns from survival to fulfilling Monty's wish and so, statements that call for a better way to handle things change from directly saying something like "we should be the good guys" to something along the lines of "What would Monty do?".

Is Humanity deserving of survival? [ ]

Interactions that broadly circle this question happen between Abby and Marcus Kane throughout the entire range of their relationship, from a discussion as early as the Pilot over them becoming a romantic relationship until Kane's death.

In the Pilot , Kane publicly arrests Abby for exceeding the maximum medical supplies allowed per patient while saving the life of Chancellor Jaha . Abby takes it in stride, explaining that it was worth it to break the law in order to prevent Kane from becoming Chancellor. Kane, as acting Chancellor, sentences her to death. Explaining his political motivations, he states "I choose at every turn and at any cost to make sure that the human race stays alive.” To this, Abby replies, "That's the difference between us, Kane, I choose to make sure we deserve to stay alive."

Faced with their mortality in Resurrection as they are buried under the rubble of Tondc , Kane and Abby talk about the worst decisions they have had to make, naming the Culling and Abby letting her husband be executed. After this, Abby wonders, "After everything we've done, do we even deserve to survive?".

Two seasons later, in Gimme Shelter , faced with the prospect of likely fatal human trials for Nightblood, Abby talks to Kane, whom she is by now in a relationship with, to ask for his advice. "If I take a life to find a cure does that make me a murderer?" she asks. He replies that he does not have an answer. She continues, "What if it can save us all, would I be able to live with myself then?" He takes a second and then, "Taking a life should never be easy, I hope it's not easy for you. Your humanity is your greatest strength but sometimes we need a different kind of strength, we need to survive, then we can all find our humanity again."

When proceeding with the procedure an episode later, Abby says to Raven, "First, we survive. Then we find our humanity again."

In What You Take With You , after Abby has transferred the dying Kane's consciousness into another man's body because she believed he most of all deserved to live a peaceful life on Sanctum , Kane decides that he does not want to live like this and asks Raven and Indra to help him kill himself. Finding this out, Abby rushes to stop him but cannot convince him to change his mind. Some of their last words to each other pick up this theme of theirs once again. Kane explains that the body snatching of the [[Primes]] is wrong but Abby keeps begging him to stay alive, telling him that they can start over now. Kane tells her "Not like this. You told me once that your job was to make sure that we deserve to survive. You remember?" Abby nods. "That's what I'm doing now. " After Kane assures Abby of her strength and they say their last I love yous, Kane finishes by saying, " This is how we get our humanity back. "

Identity [ ]

The idea of who people are and what makes them who they are is a prominent theme throughout the series, becoming more prominent as the series goes on. The 100 has never been about vilifying people because of their actions – however horrible. [7]

This perhaps best exemplified in the character of Bellamy, who goes through a number of changes related to power, morality, and loyalty since the show's beginning. Notably in his Season Three finale explanation, of his partially responsible for the massacre of 300 Grounders, in that he needed to think in black and white terms in order to survive in a world that's anything but, and now all he can do is work for forgiveness. [7]

Free will and the loss of one's agency has been a recurring theme on The 100 since the beginning. [1]

Sexuality [ ]

Unlike many shows, sex and sexuality isn't a dominant theme on the 100. For example, it's the aspect of love and intimacy, rather than lust and sexuality, which makes Clarke's part in Finn's demise so difficult–the show plays with the idea that human connection, whether it's through friendship, family, alliance or romance, is painful because it matters, not because it is fundamentally wrong. [8]

Equality [ ]

In the futuristic world of The 100, discrimination has become a non-issue. The only way to differentiate between people is what clan you're part of. Everything else just simply doesn't matter. It's the shows modern approach to gender, race, and sexuality that allows us a wealth of well-written characters, both male and female, who encompass violence in different ways. [3]

The show has an impressive amount of women in leadership roles, and much of its exploration of violence is around the lengths they will go to ensure the survival of their individual communities. In the world of The 100, which seems to be implicitly a world which has moved beyond modern prejudice, this is removed from gender… but as viewers now, in a world which very much still has issues with gender inequality, these make for complex women with strong and uncompromising characterisation. They are allowed to make decisions which affect the plot as well as their own emotional state and relationships. [9]

Suicide/Sacrifice [ ]

Self sacrifice is unfortunately a common theme in the post-apocalytic world where survival becomes the biggest objective. This hard decision is mostly done by characters in 2 types of situations. The first one is being depressed and disappointed in the future when you are tired of constant fighting for survival. Characters just out of options to continue their way to the better world when they realize that there won't be one. And the second is made mostly by selfless people. It's a sacrifice for somewhat or someone. This happens when characters understand that giving up their life is the only option for someone else to survive or to prevent something even worse from happening.

Notes and Trivia [ ]

• After Nevermore episode, Stephen King was inspired to tweet about the show. [10] [11] Sparking a mini-debate with William Shatner over twitter on morality in Arkadia. [2] [12]

References [ ]

• ↑ 1.0 1.1 ‘The 100' has facilitated important conversations about free will and rape culture , Hypable, April 12, 2016
• ↑ 2.0 2.1 Stephen King and William Shatner debate morality in ‘The 100’ season 3 , Hypable, April 18, 2016
• ↑ 3.0 3.1 Violence and Morality in ‘The 100' , Bitch Flicks, October 26, 2015
• ↑ 4.0 4.1 23 times 'the 100' made 'game of thrones' look like a lighthearted fantasy , MTV, July 29, 2015
• ↑ The 100 is back, along with its dirty faces and complex morality , avclub, Jan 21, 2016
• ↑ https://www.hypable.com/the-100-season-6-nycc-2018-first-look-spoilers/
• ↑ 7.0 7.1 season 3: trauma, free-will and perverse instantiation , DenOfGeek, 26 May 2016
• ↑ How the CW’s ‘The 100’ Is Getting Sex Positivity Right , Bitch Flicks, September 24, 2015
• ↑ TV and Classic Literature: Is ‘The 100' like ‘Lord of the Flies'? , Bitch Flicks, October 27, 2015
• ↑ King, Stephen (16 Apr 2016) Tweet “The sad (but true) mantra that's repeated over and over in THE 100: "There are no good guys."” - @StephenKing
• ↑ King, Stephen (16 Apr 2016) Tweet “What I like best about THE 100 is the strong feminist slant. No preaching, just story.” - @StephenKing
• ↑ Season 3: William Shatner and Stephen King debate morality in Arkadia , Melty
• 1 Clarke Griffin
• 2 Octavia Blake
• 3 Bellamy Blake

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7 Tips to Write a Killer Book Presentation

Jul 11, 2020 | Marketing , My friends' Guest Posts

Sometimes, a book you have written draws enough attention that you are asked to speak about it to an audience. You may be asked to present as a subject expert, talk about your material at a conference or convention, present at a book fair , or give a quick presentation as part of a book signing.

As they say, more people are afraid of public speaking than of death. Which means that most people would prefer being in a casket than giving the obituary.

And now, you’re going to be in front of an audience discussing your written work. For many writers, this is a daunting task, to put it mildly.

What public speaking feels like for most people

Still, with a bit of planning your presentation can be impactful and successful. In fact, as you prepare to make your presentation, you may find that your writing skills are quite useful. You can leverage those skills by following these seven tips to write a killer book presentation.

1. Use Your Storytelling Skills

The people attending your presentation want to know the story behind your book. What motivated you to write it? What was the inspiration behind the characters? Is the book inspired by real-life events? Is there a specific message you are trying to send? How do you go about writing?

That’s a lot of great information to share, but if you give your audience a laundry list of factoids about your book and writing, you’ll likely bore them to tears. Instead, use your writing skills to tell the story of the book . Weave in the most important details in a way that keeps your audience engaged.

Oh, and if you have an upcoming book that’s related to your current one? Weave a bit of a teaser for your new book into your presentation.

2. Add Visuals

Every good presentation has visuals. First, you’ll add an interesting element to your presentation. Visuals make your presentation more engaging . You’ll keep the interest of the visual learners in your audience, and better illustrate the points you are making.

3. Learn About Your Audience

Before you prepare your presentation, consider your audience . First, who are they? What is their demographic? Why are they coming to see you? Is there a particular message you are expected to communicate with them? Are there any questions that you should plan on answering in your presentation? What is it that you want them to take away from the event?

Remember that no presentation should be an exercise in self-indulgence . Your goal should be to meet your audience’s needs by giving them the presentation they are interested in listening to.

4. Write a Presentation That Matches Your Personality

Here’s a bit of a conundrum. You want to cater to your audience, as mentioned above. On the other hand, you also want to be genuine. Your content should interest your audience, but you shouldn’t have to put on a mask to do that .

As a writer, you have your own unique personality. You have a unique voice. Remember, you are presenting yourself. There’s no need to put on a fake persona to do your presentation . This is true, even if your presentation style seems to contradict with the personality of your book.

Instead, consider carefully your personality and demeanor. Then, write a presentation where your true self is an asset to that presentation rather than a distractor. Believe it or not, many seasoned writers find this a challenge. You may need the assistance of a professional editor and proofreader to help you present your true voice. Before you select a professional to help you, though, take a look at online editing services reviews so you make the right choice.

If your personality is a bit on the introverted side, delivering a presentation may feel intimidating. However, it may be easier than you realize. There’s something comfortable about immersing yourself into something you know better than anybody else. You have mastered your own written work. Nobody can interpret it or tell the story behind it as you can. Those facts alone may be enough to help you feel comfortable giving a presentation.

5. Use Action Words

You already know that small changes in your writing can change its impact significantly. For example, it’s more impactful to use a strong verb than an adverb. That’s why the sentence, “He ran out the door very quickly” is not half as effective as, “He bolted out the door.” It’s also why words like victorious, enraged, devastated, embittered, and bubbly help readers visualize your story better than happy, sad, or angry.

The same concept applies to your presentation . Choose verbs over adverbs almost every time you can. Rethink your adjectives. When possible, choose words that most closely describe the moment. Avoid adjectives that can be applied generically to a wide range of situations. For example, the word “happy” could be used to describe somebody who found out that can green beans are on sale. It can also be used to describe somebody who just witnessed the birth of their first child. In the second example, however, the word happy is just insipid.

Finally, use the present tense whenever possible as you write your presentation. When you describe what happens in your book, you want your audience to be in the moment. One rule of thumb to follow is that, if it happened in the present tense in the book, it should happen in the present tense in your presentation.

6. Get Inspiration From Great Presenters And Authors

You won’t be the first author to stand in front of a group for a presentation or question-and-answer session. Many people have done this before. That’s a good thing because you have a wealth of examples to draw from for inspiration. One of the best ways to prepare for your presentation is to watch similar presentations from other authors. The goal isn’t to copy what you see. Instead, it’s to look for elements that make each presentation more engaging and allow the presenter to make an emotional connection with the audience.

Here, the key is choosing the right authors to emulate. As you look for author presentations for inspiration, focus on authors who write in the same genre as you, appeal to a similar demographic, and have a personal style similar to yours.

Once you find presentations to review, take notes. Pay attention to body language, use of words, and tone of voice. Make a note of the most memorable things the author says, and where the audience appears to be most interested.

Finally, don’t put too much pressure on yourself to be as polished and perfect as the presenters you see. Many of them have years of experience in presenting their books in a variety of formats across a variety of media channels. It will take time and practice for you to get to that level. In the meantime, the folks coming to see you are already interested in your book and in what you have to say.

7. Be Prepared For Questions

Most book presentations are going to contain some sort of audience participation. Keep this in mind when you write your presentation. How are you going to approach this?

One option is to make a list of questions you believe the audience is likely to have for you. If you think you’re going to be nervous, it could be helpful for you to plan your answers ahead of time.

If your idea of interacting with the audience isn’t so intimidating for you, there are some things you can do to increase that interaction. First, consider leaving a few things out of your presentation. Chances are, at least one curious member of your audience will bring up the point and ask about it. You can then use this as a jumping point to cover that ground.

You can also use a question and answer session as a bit of an intermission. Rather than putting off all audience questions until the end, ask for questions in the middle of your presentation . It could break things up nicely.

Finally, you can turn the tables a bit. Ask your audience questions . What is their favorite plot point? How does the book relate to their lives? Who is their favorite character?

Final Thoughts

It is quite an honor to be asked to give a presentation about your book. This is a great way to let your current readership get to know more about you and your process. You may also be able to increase your reading audience.

At the same time, this can absolutely be a daunting process. Fortunately, you can help yourself immensely with a bit of planning and preparation.

The tips above will help you write a presentation that is engaging and allows you to be yourself. Follow the suggestions above, and your audience will enjoy your presentation thoroughly!

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Excellent tips. I’m not afraid of audiences–but that doesn’t mean I can’t do better with them!

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How to Write a Presentation of a Book

How to Write an Eighth Grade Book Report

Book presentations are a staple of the educational process. Book reports and presentations help show that you comprehended the book and can apply that knowledge in a constructive way. Writing a book presentation requires an understanding of basic grammar and writing rules while also giving you some creative freedom in how you want to tackle the subject matter. Writing book presentations is likely something you'll have to do multiple times during your educational career.

Read the book you're writing the presentation on from cover-to-cover. Don't rely on abbreviated notes or other people's summaries of the story because you'll miss out on both the author's own voice as well as possibly vital story points.

Pick an approach for your presentation. If you will actually be discussing the book in front of the class, you can write a presentation in first-person perspective as a character from the book. A more traditional approach is a third-person narrative so you can discuss the story, characters and author from a more neutral viewpoint.

Write a brief overview of the book and discuss any importance it has to history or to culture. Include the year it was published, number of pages and what genre the book falls under.

Describe each of the main characters in the book and talk about how each influences the story.

Provide an explanation of your perceptions and thoughts regarding the book. While the rest of your presentation may be in third-person, you can usually write this section in first-person since you are discussing your own specific thoughts and feelings.

Conclude the presentation with a closing paragraph discussing the most important lessons learned from the book and what you think the most important message is that you gained from it.

• Some book presentation assignments will have very specific requirements regarding structure and style. Review the criteria thoroughly before starting your presentation to ensure you will be in compliance with all requirements.

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Michael Davidson started writing screenplays in 2003 and has had a screenplay professionally produced. He has also studied martial arts since 1990 and has worked as a licensed security specialist. Davidson has written articles for various websites. He is a graduate of Michigan State University and holds a Bachelor of Arts in advertising.

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How To Make a Good Presentation [A Complete Guide]

By Krystle Wong , Jul 20, 2023

A top-notch presentation possesses the power to drive action. From winning stakeholders over and conveying a powerful message to securing funding — your secret weapon lies within the realm of creating an effective presentation .  

Being an excellent presenter isn’t confined to the boardroom. Whether you’re delivering a presentation at work, pursuing an academic career, involved in a non-profit organization or even a student, nailing the presentation game is a game-changer.

In this article, I’ll cover the top qualities of compelling presentations and walk you through a step-by-step guide on how to give a good presentation. Here’s a little tip to kick things off: for a headstart, check out Venngage’s collection of free presentation templates . They are fully customizable, and the best part is you don’t need professional design skills to make them shine!

These valuable presentation tips cater to individuals from diverse professional backgrounds, encompassing business professionals, sales and marketing teams, educators, trainers, students, researchers, non-profit organizations, public speakers and presenters. 

No matter your field or role, these tips for presenting will equip you with the skills to deliver effective presentations that leave a lasting impression on any audience.

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What are the 10 qualities of a good presentation?

Step-by-step guide on how to prepare an effective presentation, 9 effective techniques to deliver a memorable presentation, faqs on making a good presentation, how to create a presentation with venngage in 5 steps.

When it comes to giving an engaging presentation that leaves a lasting impression, it’s not just about the content — it’s also about how you deliver it. Wondering what makes a good presentation? Well, the best presentations I’ve seen consistently exhibit these 10 qualities:

1. Clear structure

No one likes to get lost in a maze of information. Organize your thoughts into a logical flow, complete with an introduction, main points and a solid conclusion. A structured presentation helps your audience follow along effortlessly, leaving them with a sense of satisfaction at the end.

Regardless of your presentation style , a quality presentation starts with a clear roadmap. Browse through Venngage’s template library and select a presentation template that aligns with your content and presentation goals. Here’s a good presentation example template with a logical layout that includes sections for the introduction, main points, supporting information and a conclusion: 

2. Engaging opening

Hook your audience right from the start with an attention-grabbing statement, a fascinating question or maybe even a captivating anecdote. Set the stage for a killer presentation!

The opening moments of your presentation hold immense power – check out these 15 ways to start a presentation to set the stage and captivate your audience.

3. Relevant content

Make sure your content aligns with their interests and needs. Your audience is there for a reason, and that’s to get valuable insights. Avoid fluff and get straight to the point, your audience will be genuinely excited.

4. Effective visual aids

Picture this: a slide with walls of text and tiny charts, yawn! Visual aids should be just that—aiding your presentation. Opt for clear and visually appealing slides, engaging images and informative charts that add value and help reinforce your message.

With Venngage, visualizing data takes no effort at all. You can import data from CSV or Google Sheets seamlessly and create stunning charts, graphs and icon stories effortlessly to showcase your data in a captivating and impactful way.

5. Clear and concise communication

Keep your language simple, and avoid jargon or complicated terms. Communicate your ideas clearly, so your audience can easily grasp and retain the information being conveyed. This can prevent confusion and enhance the overall effectiveness of the message. 

6. Engaging delivery

Spice up your presentation with a sprinkle of enthusiasm! Maintain eye contact, use expressive gestures and vary your tone of voice to keep your audience glued to the edge of their seats. A touch of charisma goes a long way!

7. Interaction and audience engagement

Turn your presentation into an interactive experience — encourage questions, foster discussions and maybe even throw in a fun activity. Engaged audiences are more likely to remember and embrace your message.

Transform your slides into an interactive presentation with Venngage’s dynamic features like pop-ups, clickable icons and animated elements. Engage your audience with interactive content that lets them explore and interact with your presentation for a truly immersive experience.

8. Effective storytelling

Who doesn’t love a good story? Weaving relevant anecdotes, case studies or even a personal story into your presentation can captivate your audience and create a lasting impact. Stories build connections and make your message memorable.

A great presentation background is also essential as it sets the tone, creates visual interest and reinforces your message. Enhance the overall aesthetics of your presentation with these 15 presentation background examples and captivate your audience’s attention.

9. Well-timed pacing

Pace your presentation thoughtfully with well-designed presentation slides, neither rushing through nor dragging it out. Respect your audience’s time and ensure you cover all the essential points without losing their interest.

10. Strong conclusion

Last impressions linger! Summarize your main points and leave your audience with a clear takeaway. End your presentation with a bang , a call to action or an inspiring thought that resonates long after the conclusion.

In-person presentations aside, acing a virtual presentation is of paramount importance in today’s digital world. Check out this guide to learn how you can adapt your in-person presentations into virtual presentations . 

Preparing an effective presentation starts with laying a strong foundation that goes beyond just creating slides and notes. One of the quickest and best ways to make a presentation would be with the help of a good presentation software . 

Otherwise, let me walk you to how to prepare for a presentation step by step and unlock the secrets of crafting a professional presentation that sets you apart.

1. Understand the audience and their needs

Before you dive into preparing your masterpiece, take a moment to get to know your target audience. Tailor your presentation to meet their needs and expectations , and you’ll have them hooked from the start!

2. Conduct thorough research on the topic

Time to hit the books (or the internet)! Don’t skimp on the research with your presentation materials — dive deep into the subject matter and gather valuable insights . The more you know, the more confident you’ll feel in delivering your presentation.

3. Organize the content with a clear structure

No one wants to stumble through a chaotic mess of information. Outline your presentation with a clear and logical flow. Start with a captivating introduction, follow up with main points that build on each other and wrap it up with a powerful conclusion that leaves a lasting impression.

Delivering an effective business presentation hinges on captivating your audience, and Venngage’s professionally designed business presentation templates are tailor-made for this purpose. With thoughtfully structured layouts, these templates enhance your message’s clarity and coherence, ensuring a memorable and engaging experience for your audience members.

Don’t want to build your presentation layout from scratch? pick from these 5 foolproof presentation layout ideas that won’t go wrong. 

4. Develop visually appealing and supportive visual aids

Spice up your presentation with eye-catching visuals! Create slides that complement your message, not overshadow it. Remember, a picture is worth a thousand words, but that doesn’t mean you need to overload your slides with text.

Well-chosen designs create a cohesive and professional look, capturing your audience’s attention and enhancing the overall effectiveness of your message. Here’s a list of carefully curated PowerPoint presentation templates and great background graphics that will significantly influence the visual appeal and engagement of your presentation.

5. Practice, practice and practice

Practice makes perfect — rehearse your presentation and arrive early to your presentation to help overcome stage fright. Familiarity with your material will boost your presentation skills and help you handle curveballs with ease.

6. Seek feedback and make necessary adjustments

Don’t be afraid to ask for help and seek feedback from friends and colleagues. Constructive criticism can help you identify blind spots and fine-tune your presentation to perfection.

With Venngage’s real-time collaboration feature , receiving feedback and editing your presentation is a seamless process. Group members can access and work on the presentation simultaneously and edit content side by side in real-time. Changes will be reflected immediately to the entire team, promoting seamless teamwork.

7. Prepare for potential technical or logistical issues

Prepare for the unexpected by checking your equipment, internet connection and any other potential hiccups. If you’re worried that you’ll miss out on any important points, you could always have note cards prepared. Remember to remain focused and rehearse potential answers to anticipated questions.

8. Fine-tune and polish your presentation

As the big day approaches, give your presentation one last shine. Review your talking points, practice how to present a presentation and make any final tweaks. Deep breaths — you’re on the brink of delivering a successful presentation!

In competitive environments, persuasive presentations set individuals and organizations apart. To brush up on your presentation skills, read these guides on how to make a persuasive presentation and tips to presenting effectively . 

Whether you’re an experienced presenter or a novice, the right techniques will let your presentation skills soar to new heights!

From public speaking hacks to interactive elements and storytelling prowess, these 9 effective presentation techniques will empower you to leave a lasting impression on your audience and make your presentations unforgettable.

1. Confidence and positive body language

Positive body language instantly captivates your audience, making them believe in your message as much as you do. Strengthen your stage presence and own that stage like it’s your second home! Stand tall, shoulders back and exude confidence. 

2. Eye contact with the audience

Break down that invisible barrier and connect with your audience through their eyes. Maintaining eye contact when giving a presentation builds trust and shows that you’re present and engaged with them.

3. Effective use of hand gestures and movement

A little movement goes a long way! Emphasize key points with purposeful gestures and don’t be afraid to walk around the stage. Your energy will be contagious!

4. Utilize storytelling techniques

Weave the magic of storytelling into your presentation. Share relatable anecdotes, inspiring success stories or even personal experiences that tug at the heartstrings of your audience. Adjust your pitch, pace and volume to match the emotions and intensity of the story. Varying your speaking voice adds depth and enhances your stage presence.

5. Incorporate multimedia elements

Spice up your presentation with a dash of visual pizzazz! Use slides, images and video clips to add depth and clarity to your message. Just remember, less is more—don’t overwhelm them with information overload. 

Turn your presentations into an interactive party! Involve your audience with questions, polls or group activities. When they actively participate, they become invested in your presentation’s success. Bring your design to life with animated elements. Venngage allows you to apply animations to icons, images and text to create dynamic and engaging visual content.

6. Utilize humor strategically

Laughter is the best medicine—and a fantastic presentation enhancer! A well-placed joke or lighthearted moment can break the ice and create a warm atmosphere , making your audience more receptive to your message.

7. Practice active listening and respond to feedback

Be attentive to your audience’s reactions and feedback. If they have questions or concerns, address them with genuine interest and respect. Your responsiveness builds rapport and shows that you genuinely care about their experience.

8. Apply the 10-20-30 rule

Apply the 10-20-30 presentation rule and keep it short, sweet and impactful! Stick to ten slides, deliver your presentation within 20 minutes and use a 30-point font to ensure clarity and focus. Less is more, and your audience will thank you for it!

9. Implement the 5-5-5 rule

Simplicity is key. Limit each slide to five bullet points, with only five words per bullet point and allow each slide to remain visible for about five seconds. This rule keeps your presentation concise and prevents information overload.

Simple presentations are more engaging because they are easier to follow. Summarize your presentations and keep them simple with Venngage’s gallery of simple presentation templates and ensure that your message is delivered effectively across your audience.

1. How to start a presentation?

To kick off your presentation effectively, begin with an attention-grabbing statement or a powerful quote. Introduce yourself, establish credibility and clearly state the purpose and relevance of your presentation.

2. How to end a presentation?

For a strong conclusion, summarize your talking points and key takeaways. End with a compelling call to action or a thought-provoking question and remember to thank your audience and invite any final questions or interactions.

3. How to make a presentation interactive?

To make your presentation interactive, encourage questions and discussion throughout your talk. Utilize multimedia elements like videos or images and consider including polls, quizzes or group activities to actively involve your audience.

In need of inspiration for your next presentation? I’ve got your back! Pick from these 120+ presentation ideas, topics and examples to get started. 

Creating a stunning presentation with Venngage is a breeze with our user-friendly drag-and-drop editor and professionally designed templates for all your communication needs. 

Here’s how to make a presentation in just 5 simple steps with the help of Venngage:

Step 1: Sign up for Venngage for free using your email, Gmail or Facebook account or simply log in to access your account. 

Step 2: Pick a design from our selection of free presentation templates (they’re all created by our expert in-house designers).

Step 3: Make the template your own by customizing it to fit your content and branding. With Venngage’s intuitive drag-and-drop editor, you can easily modify text, change colors and adjust the layout to create a unique and eye-catching design.

Step 4: Elevate your presentation by incorporating captivating visuals. You can upload your images or choose from Venngage’s vast library of high-quality photos, icons and illustrations. 

Step 5: Upgrade to a premium or business account to export your presentation in PDF and print it for in-person presentations or share it digitally for free!

By following these five simple steps, you’ll have a professionally designed and visually engaging presentation ready in no time. With Venngage’s user-friendly platform, your presentation is sure to make a lasting impression. So, let your creativity flow and get ready to shine in your next presentation!

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The Presentation Book: How to Create It, Shape It and Deliver It! Paperback – January 1, 1765

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Make the next presentation you do, the best you’ve ever done.

The Presentation Book shows how you can easily put your nerves behind you and calmly and confidently deliver a clear, sharp and very influential presentation.

With Emma Ledden’s expert help, quick tips and proven three-step visual approach, you’ll learn how to:

• Plan and prepare properly – learn the secrets of the great presenters and how you can use them too
• Profile your audience – quickly understand what your audience needs and exactly how to deliver it
• Shape your message – transform your raw data into three cleverly crafted points
• Design your slides – get the right visuals in the right place, at the right time

Inform, inspire and entertain your audience and deliver your next presentation like a pro.

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The best book on presentation skills I have ever come across.

Finally, a book that can guide the inexperienced and experienced to better results from the presentations they deliver.

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Make the next presentation you do, the best you ve ever done.

With Emma Ledden s expert help, quick tips and proven three-step visual approach, you ll learn how to:

• Plan and prepare properly learn the secrets of the great presenters and how you can use them too
• Profile your audience quickly understand what your audience needs and exactly how to deliver it
• Shape your message transform your raw data into three cleverly crafted points
• Design your slides get the right visuals in the right place, at the right time

About the Author

Emma is an international presentation specialist, speaker and author.

During her career to date she has done it all - MTV VJ, BBC TV presenter, radio host, business woman and author.

Emma began her career presenting for Irelands National broadcaster producing and presenting her own slot for two and a half years.

Following this, Emma was chosen from over 2,000 hopefuls to become a VJ for MTV UK. This involved being in front of a television camera 5 days a week. Here, she presented The Dancefloor Chart Show, Select, Weekend Edition and MTV News. Within 6 months Emma landed another very high profile television position. She was chosen to present BBC’s flagship programme Live and Kicking.

During this time Emma fronted major ad campaigns including Pepsi and Lee Jeans as well as gracing the front covers and pages covers of international magazines including Maxim, Ministry, Loaded, Heat, FHM and Company. Emma has interviewed some of the world's biggest stars including Posh and Becks, Kylie Minogue, Robbie Williams, The Spice Girls, Justin Timberlake, Gwen Stefani, The Rock, Britney, Take That and Beyonce.

Emma also worked in radio for a number of years. First she worked on a weekend magazine program and then progressed to producing and presenting a breakfast programme. Emma still contributes to the media regularly and is a recurring panelist and presenter on radio and televsion.

In 2007 Emma set up her own compnay and developed The Presentaion Book approach under the business brand of Presenting To Sell.

Today, Emma is the leading international Presentation Skills specialist. She works with private and public organisations as well as individual business leaders to help them win both credibility and business.

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Top 10 Best Presentation Books: Transform Your Public Speaking Skills

September 21, 2023

Presentation and Pitch Expert. Ex Advertising.

$100mill In Funding. Bald Since 2010.

In an increasingly competitive world, standing out from the crowd can be a daunting challenge.

One critical skill that sets exceptional individuals apart is the ability to deliver powerful and persuasive presentations. However, mastering this art is no easy feat, and many struggle to captivate their audience, effectively convey their message, and leave a lasting impression.

To overcome these hurdles, it’s essential to learn from the masters of the craft. By studying the techniques and strategies of expert presenters, you can unlock the secrets to creating truly engaging and impactful presentations.

They’ve honed their craft through years of experience, discovering secrets that make presentations truly unforgettable. That’s why we’ve curated a list of the top 10 best presentation books these maestros wrote.

Imagine confidently stepping onto the stage, captivating your audience from the very first moment, and leaving them with an unforgettable message. This can become a reality with the right guidance and resources.

Hey there, I’m Viktor, a  pitch deck expert ,  creative strategist  and burger lover. I’ve been a pitch deck expert for the past 10 years and helped clients raise millions and win pitches, with my unique approach to creating pitch decks.

My aim is to guide you through a transformative journey, revealing the books that explain the techniques and strategies employed by the world’s most successful presenters. 

So, dive in and let these masters of communication elevate your presentations to new heights of clarity, engagement, and persuasiveness.

Here are the 10 must-read presentation skills books for anyone standing in front of an audience (even if it’s just your wife and you’re trying to convince her).

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Key concepts and techniques

“slide:ology: the art and science of creating great presentations” by nancy duarte.

900+ Pros like yourself read the book

Nancy Duarte’s book is a comprehensive guide that aims to revolutionize the way people create and deliver presentations.

The book highlights the importance of visual communication and teaches readers how to design slides that effectively convey their message. Duarte provides a step-by-step approach to crafting visually engaging and impactful presentations, with a strong focus on audience needs and preferences.

Drawing from her extensive experience working with some of the world’s top brands, Duarte shares practical tips and techniques for creating visually stunning slides that leave a lasting impression on the audience.

The book covers various aspects of presentation design, including color theory, typography, layout, and storytelling. “Slide:ology” also emphasizes the significance of simplicity and clarity in slide design, guiding readers to eliminate clutter and focus on the essential elements of their message.

By applying the principles and strategies outlined in this book, you can transform your presentations into powerful tools for communication and persuasion.

Nancy Duarte covers several key concepts and techniques that can help readers create effective and visually engaging presentations. Some of these key concepts and techniques include:

• Audience-centric approach: Understanding the needs, preferences, and expectations of the audience is crucial in crafting a presentation that resonates with them. 
• Storytelling: Integrating storytelling into presentations makes them more memorable and compelling. 
• Simplicity and clarity: Effective slide design requires simplicity and clarity. 
• Visual communication: Slide:ology emphasizes the importance of using visuals to support the message, as images and graphics are often more effective than text alone. 
• Color theory: The book covers the basics of color theory, explaining how different colors can evoke specific emotions and reactions in the audience. 
• Typography and layout: Typography and layout play a significant role in making slides readable and visually appealing. 
• Data visualization: Presenting complex data in a clear and concise manner is a critical skill in effective presentations. 
• Slide preparation and organization: The book offers strategies for organizing slides and building a coherent flow throughout the presentation. 

“Resonate: Present Visual Stories That Transform Audiences” by Nancy Duarte

Another one by Nancy Duarte and for a good reason (I always thought I could’ve been her prodigal son) The book she wrote offers a comprehensive guide to creating impactful presentations. Duarte emphasizes the importance of telling a compelling story to engage and persuade an audience, and presents a framework for doing so.

It builds on the concepts introduced in Slide:ology. While Slide:ology focuses on creating effective visual presentations, Resonate takes a more comprehensive approach by emphasizing the importance of storytelling and emotional connection.

The book outlines the five stages of a persuasive presentation, beginning with understanding the audience and their needs, and culminating in a call to action. Along the way, Duarte emphasizes the importance of creating a strong emotional connection with the audience and structuring the presentation to build tension and excitement.

Duarte also offers practical advice on designing effective visual aids, such as slides, diagrams, and charts. She emphasizes the importance of keeping visuals simple and uncluttered, and using them to support and reinforce the key points of the presentation.

Overall, Resonate is a valuable resource for anyone looking to create persuasive and engaging presentations that connect with audiences on a deeper level.

“Presentation Zen: Simple Ideas on Presentation Design and Delivery” by Garr Reynolds

600+ Pros like yourself read the book

Garr’s book is a guide to creating compelling and effective presentations (as are all of the books here!). The book emphasizes the importance of simplicity and clarity in both the design and delivery of presentations.

Reynolds argues that too many presentations rely on cluttered slides, bullet points, and irrelevant details. Instead, he encourages presenters to focus on a simple message and use visuals to support that message. He also stresses the importance of rehearsing and delivering presentations in a natural and engaging manner.

Throughout the book, Reynolds offers practical advice on design principles such as layout, color, and typography, as well as tips for using technology effectively to enhance presentations.

You’ll notice that both Nancy and Garr talk about similar points – that’s because they’re really important in presentation design and delivery.

“The Presentation Secrets of Steve Jobs: How to Be Insanely Great in Front of Any Audience” by Carmine Gallo

800+ Pros like yourself read the book

This book with an insanely long name by Carmine Gallo is a guide to improving presentation skills through the example of Steve Jobs, the legendary you know who.

Gallo identifies seven key principles that Jobs used to create engaging and memorable presentations. These principles include simplifying the message, creating a clear and compelling storyline, and using visuals to enhance the message.

The book also offers practical advice on how to apply these principles to one’s own presentations, including tips on using technology, preparing for presentations, and delivering speeches with confidence and enthusiasm.

Throughout the book, Gallo uses examples from Jobs’ presentations to illustrate his points, and includes interviews with other successful presenters who have used these principles to achieve success.

Remember the iPod speech? Well, you could potentially make the same impact if you apply the principles of this book.

“Talk Like TED: The 9 Public-Speaking Secrets of the World’s Top Minds” by Carmine Gallo

4000+ Pros like yourself read the book

Another great book by Carmine Gallo. This is a guide to improving public speaking skills by analyzing the techniques used by some of the most successful TED speakers.

Gallo identifies nine key principles that successful TED speakers use to create compelling and memorable presentations. These principles include storytelling, using humor, and focusing on a clear and compelling message.

The book provides practical advice on how to apply these principles to one’s own presentations, including tips on using body language, using multimedia effectively, and engaging with the audience.

Throughout the book, Gallo uses examples from successful TED talks to illustrate his points, and includes interviews with successful TED speakers to provide additional insights and inspiration.

Overall, Talk Like TED is a valuable resource for anyone looking to improve their public speaking skills and create more engaging and memorable presentations. By focusing on the techniques used by successful TED speakers, Gallo provides a roadmap for creating truly inspiring speeches.

“Show and Tell: How Everybody Can Make Extraordinary Presentations” by Dan Roam

300+ Pros like yourself read the book

Show and Tell is a guide to improving presentation skills by using a visual approach to communication.

Roam argues that the most successful presentations are those that use visual aids to tell a compelling story. He introduces a framework for creating effective presentations that focuses on three key elements: the message, the audience, and the medium.

The book provides practical advice on how to use visual aids, such as sketches and diagrams, to support the message and engage the audience. Roam also emphasizes the importance of understanding the audience and tailoring the presentation to their needs and interests.

Throughout the book, Roam uses examples from successful presentations to illustrate his points, and includes exercises and templates to help readers apply his ideas to their own presentations.

By focusing on the visual aspect of communication, Roam provides a fresh perspective on how to create truly effective presentations.

“The Art of Explanation: Making Your Ideas, Products, and Services Easier to Understand” by Lee LeFever

300 Pros like yourself read the book

Lee wants to show us through this guide how to improve communication skills by mastering the art of explanation. Abit different than the other books and for a good reason.

LeFever argues that the most successful communicators are those who can explain complex ideas in simple and understandable terms. He introduces a framework for creating effective explanations that focuses on three key elements: clarity, brevity, and context.

The book provides practical advice on how to use analogies, metaphors, and storytelling to help audiences understand even the most complex ideas. LeFever also emphasizes the importance of understanding the audience and tailoring the explanation to their needs and interests.

Throughout the book, LeFever uses examples from successful explanations to illustrate his points, and includes exercises and templates to help readers apply his ideas to their own communication challenges.

By focusing on the art of explanation, Lee provides a practical and actionable guide for making even the most complex ideas understandable to others.

“Made to Stick: Why Some Ideas Survive and Others Die” by Chip Heath & Dan Heath

5000+ Pros like yourself read the book

Chip and Dan Heath (or Chip and Dale) explore the elements that make ideas memorable and influential. The authors present six key principles, encapsulated in the acronym SUCCESs:

• Simplicity : Effective ideas are simple, core messages that are easy to understand and remember.
• Unexpectedness : Ideas that surprise or challenge expectations are more likely to grab attention and stick in people’s minds.
• Concreteness : Concrete ideas, with specific examples and tangible details, are more relatable and easier to visualize.
• Credibility : Ideas backed by credible sources, statistics, or testimonials are more persuasive and memorable.
• Emotions : Ideas that evoke emotions, either positive or negative, create a stronger connection with the audience.
• Stories : Telling stories helps to convey ideas in a compelling and engaging way, making them more likely to be remembered and shared.

By applying these principles, individuals and organizations can develop more effective communication strategies and make their ideas stickier.

“Confessions of a Public Speaker” by Scott Berkun

500+ Pros like yourself read the book

Scott Berkun offers an honest and entertaining look into the world of professional public speaking. Berkun shares his personal experiences and insights to help readers improve their presentation and communication skills. The book covers a wide range of topics, from overcoming stage fright to engaging audiences effectively.

Berkun emphasizes that practice, preparation, and self-awareness are crucial to becoming a successful public speaker. He advises readers to know their material thoroughly, understand the audience, and create a strong opening to capture attention. To keep audiences engaged, he suggests using humor, storytelling, and varying one’s speaking pace and tone.

The book also covers handling difficult situations, such as dealing with technical issues, unresponsive audiences, or hostile questions. Berkun stresses the importance of staying calm, thinking on one’s feet, and learning from every experience. Ultimately, “Confessions of a Public Speaker” provides valuable tips and candid stories to help anyone become a more confident and effective communicator.

“Steal the Show: From Speeches to Job Interviews to Deal-Closing Pitches” by Michael Port

Michael Port offers a comprehensive guide to mastering the art of public speaking and persuasive communication in various settings. Port emphasizes the importance of performance in all aspects of life, from delivering speeches to acing job interviews and winning business deals.

The book provides actionable strategies for improving one’s performance skills, such as understanding the audience, crafting compelling stories, and developing a strong stage presence. Port stresses the need to be authentic and genuine, while also being aware of nonverbal communication and vocal dynamics.

“Steal the Show” also covers essential preparation techniques, including extensive research, rehearsal, and mental visualization. Port advises readers to manage their nerves through mindfulness and self-awareness. He also shares tips on handling challenging situations and improvising when things don’t go as planned.

Best Presentation Books Wrap Up

In conclusion, the top 10 best presentation books provide a wealth of knowledge and practical advice for mastering public speaking and persuasive communication.

These books, including “Made to Stick,” “Confessions of a Public Speaker,” and “Steal the Show,” among others, offer valuable insights into various aspects of delivering engaging and effective presentations.

Exploring these resources is highly recommended for anyone looking to improve their public speaking skills, whether they are seasoned professionals or just starting their journey. By learning from the experiences and expertise of these accomplished authors, readers can develop their unique style and confidence in presenting their ideas.

Effective presentations play a crucial role in both personal and professional life, as they help convey ideas, persuade others, and create lasting impressions. By investing time and effort in honing one’s presentation skills, individuals can unlock new opportunities, foster meaningful connections, and make a significant impact on others.

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"…like cliff's notes on steroids…", the equalizer (denzel washington) reading through the “top 100 books you should read before you die”.

In the old days, I would go to movie theaters. Not so much anymore. Now, I mostly watch movies through some form of streaming or premium or on-demand access. So, I’m a little “late” on my movie comments.

This past weekend, I watched The Equalizer . If you haven’t seen it, Denzel Washington plays a former CIA killing machine, who is now living a quiet life working at a big Home Depot style superstore. He’s kind of a … how do I word this… “one-to-one coach, defender, savior” to some folks in trouble.

Yes, it gets violent. But the soft, quiet touches are so very engaging.

A couple of observations:

#1 – His reading followed a ritual.

He went to a diner; sat at the same table each night; arranged his silverware, stirred his tea (brought his own tea bag, by the way), and read his current book.

He kept his books in an old-fashioned book case in his apartment – all hardback, in very carefully-kept rows…

#2 – He read hardback editions of the books.

Watching his reading ritual, pondering it, felt kind of… peaceful.

I know this. He was not working through the list of 100 web sites to read before you die, or the “Greatest 100 Tweets of the Year.” He was reading books – “classics” – books that have held up over time.

I recently read a list of summer reading assignments from top prep schools. Yep, The Old Man and the Sea was on one of the lists.

Confession time: I read “for a living.” I now read nearly all of the books I read on my Kindle App on my iPad. It is… work. Oh, I enjoy it. I love reading. But, reading books on my iPad is something I do to work/for work.

But, after I watched the movie, I pulled down one of my old hardbacks, a Graham Greene novel. I put it by my (sadly, seldom-used) reading chair. And I set my timer, and read a set number of minutes. It’s too early to tell if I will keep this up. But I know I will finish the Graham Greene novel. And, who knows, I might tackle the books on that list I have never read. If I do, I will buy hardback versions, put them by my reading chair, and follow my own ritual of reading.

Who would have expected an action movie to beckon us toward a great life-time reading list?

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I searched, and it seems this might be the list of 100 books. It at least includes the three books mentioned in the movie:  The top 100 books of all time – Take a look at a list of the top 100 books of all time, nominated by writers from around the world, from Things Fall Apart to Mrs Dalloway, and from Pride and Prejudice to Don Quixote.

And, here’s the full list of books, from the article: 1984 by George Orwell, England, (1903-1950)

A Doll’s House by Henrik Ibsen, Norway (1828-1906)

A Sentimental Education by Gustave Flaubert, France, (1821-1880)

Absalom, Absalom! by William Faulkner, United States, (1897-1962)

The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn by Mark Twain, United States, (1835-1910)

The Aeneid by Virgil, Italy, (70-19 BC)

Anna Karenina by Leo Tolstoy, Russia, (1828-1910)

Beloved by Toni Morrison, United States, (b. 1931)

Berlin Alexanderplatz by Alfred Doblin, Germany, (1878-1957)

Blindness by Jose Saramago, Portugal, (1922-2010)

The Book of Disquiet by Fernando Pessoa, Portugal, (1888-1935)

The Book of Job , Israel. (600-400 BC)

The Brothers Karamazov by Fyodor M Dostoyevsky, Russia, (1821-1881)

Buddenbrooks by Thomas Mann, Germany, (1875-1955)

Canterbury Tales by Geoffrey Chaucer, England, (1340-1400)

The Castle by Franz Kafka, Bohemia, (1883-1924)

Children of Gebelawi by Naguib Mahfouz, Egypt, (b. 1911)

Collected Fictions by Jorge Luis Borges, Argentina, (1899-1986)

Complete Poems by Giacomo Leopardi, Italy, (1798-1837)

The Complete Stories by Franz Kafka, Bohemia, (1883-1924)

The Complete Tales by Edgar Allan Poe, United States, (1809-1849)

Confessions of Zeno by Italo Svevo, Italy, (1861-1928)

Crime and Punishment by Fyodor M Dostoyevsky, Russia, (1821-1881)

Dead Souls by Nikolai Gogol, Russia, (1809-1852)

The Death of Ivan Ilyich and Other Stories by Leo Tolstoy, Russia, (1828-1910)

Decameron by Giovanni Boccaccio, Italy, (1313-1375)

The Devil to Pay in the Backlands by Joao Guimaraes Rosa, Brazil, (1880-1967)

Diary of a Madman and Other Stories by Lu Xun, China, (1881-1936)

The Divine Comedy by Dante Alighieri, Italy, (1265-1321)

Don Quixote by Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra, Spain, (1547-1616)

Essays by Michel de Montaigne, France, (1533-1592)

Fairy Tales and Stories by Hans Christian Andersen, Denmark, (1805-1875)

Faust by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, Germany, (1749-1832)

Gargantua and Pantagruel by Francois Rabelais, France, (1495-1553)

Gilgamesh Mesopotamia, (c 1800 BC)

The Golden Notebook by Doris Lessing, England, (b.1919)

Great Expectations by Charles Dickens, England, (1812-1870)

Gulliver’s Travels by Jonathan Swift, Ireland, (1667-1745)

Gypsy Ballads by Federico Garcia Lorca, Spain, (1898-1936)

Hamlet by William Shakespeare, England, (1564-1616)

History by Elsa Morante, Italy, (1918-1985)

Hunger by Knut Hamsun, Norway, (1859-1952)

The Idiot by Fyodor M Dostoyevsky, Russia, (1821-1881)

The Iliad by Homer, Greece, (c 700 BC)

Independent People by Halldor K Laxness, Iceland, (1902-1998)

Invisible Man by Ralph Ellison, United States, (1914-1994)

Jacques the Fatalist and His Master by Denis Diderot, France, (1713-1784)

Journey to the End of the Night by Louis-Ferdinand Celine, France, (1894-1961)

King Lear by William Shakespeare, England, (1564-1616)

Leaves of Grass by Walt Whitman, United States, (1819-1892)

The Life and Opinions of Tristram Shandy by Laurence Sterne, Ireland, (1713-1768)

Lolita by Vladimir Nabokov, Russia/United States, (1899-1977)

Love in the Time of Cholera by Gabriel Garcia Marquez, Colombia, (b. 1928)

Madame Bovary by Gustave Flaubert, France, (1821-1880)

The Magic Mountain by Thomas Mann, Germany, (1875-1955)

Mahabharata , India, (c 500 BC)

The Man Without Qualities by Robert Musil, Austria, (1880-1942)

The Mathnawi by Jalal ad-din Rumi, Afghanistan, (1207-1273)

Medea by Euripides, Greece, (c 480-406 BC)

Memoirs of Hadrian by Marguerite Yourcenar, France, (1903-1987)

Metamorphoses by Ovid, Italy, (c 43 BC)

Middlemarch by George Eliot, England, (1819-1880)

Midnight’s Children by Salman Rushdie, India/Britain, (b. 1947)

Moby-Dick by Herman Melville, United States, (1819-1891)

Mrs. Dalloway by Virginia Woolf, England, (1882-1941)

Njaals Saga , Iceland, (c 1300)

Nostromo by Joseph Conrad, England,(1857-1924)

The Odyssey by Homer, Greece, (c 700 BC)

Oedipus the King Sophocles, Greece, (496-406 BC)

Old Goriot by Honore de Balzac, France, (1799-1850)

The Old Man and the Sea by Ernest Hemingway, United States, (1899-1961)

One Hundred Years of Solitude by Gabriel Garcia Marquez, Colombia, (b. 1928)

The Orchard by Sheikh Musharrif ud-din Sadi, Iran, (c 1200-1292)

Othello by William Shakespeare, England, (1564-1616)

Pedro Paramo by Juan Rulfo Juan Rulfo, Mexico, (1918-1986)

Pippi Longstocking by Astrid Lindgren, Sweden, (1907-2002)

Poems by Paul Celan, Romania/France, (1920-1970)

The Possessed by Fyodor M Dostoyevsky, Russia, (1821-1881)

Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen, England, (1775-1817)

The Ramayana by Valmiki, India, (c 300 BC)

The Recognition of Sakuntala by Kalidasa, India, (c. 400)

The Red and the Black by Stendhal, France, (1783-1842)

Remembrance of Things Past by Marcel Proust, France, (1871-1922)

Season of Migration to the North by Tayeb Salih, Sudan, (b. 1929)

Selected Stories by Anton P Chekhov, Russia, (1860-1904)

Sons and Lovers by DH Lawrence, England, (1885-1930)

The Sound and the Fury by William Faulkner, United States, (1897-1962)

The Sound of the Mountain by Yasunari Kawabata, Japan, (1899-1972)

The Stranger by Albert Camus, France, (1913-1960)

The Tale of Genji by Shikibu Murasaki, Japan, (c 1000)

Things Fall Apart by Chinua Achebe, Nigeria, (b. 1930)

Thousand and One Nights , India/Iran/Iraq/Egypt, (700-1500)

The Tin Drum by Gunter Grass, Germany, (b.1927)

To the Lighthouse by Virginia Woolf, England, (1882-1941)

The Trial by Franz Kafka, Bohemia, (1883-1924)

Trilogy: Molloy, Malone Dies, The Unnamable by Samuel Beckett, Ireland, (1906-1989)

Ulysses by James Joyce, Ireland, (1882-1941)

War and Peace by Leo Tolstoy, Russia, (1828-1910)

Wuthering Heights by Emily Brontë, England, (1818-1848)

Zorba the Greek by Nikos Kazantzakis, Greece, (1883-1957)

This list of the 100 best books of all time was prepared by Norwegian Book Clubs. They asked 100 authors from 54 countries around the world to nominate the ten books which have had the most decisive impact on the cultural history of the world, and left a mark on the authors’ own thinking. Don Quixote was named as the top book in history but otherwise no ranking was provided.

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Just a few minor corrections. His wife never finished the entire list, she made it to 97 books. Also, Robert finished Don Quixote, and was working on Invisible Man at the end of the movie, not the other way around. While Robert was reading Don Quixote he stated he had read 91 of the books, and since he finished that and moved on to Invisible Man, he had read 92, was working on 93, with seven more to go thereafter.

Thank you for your blog post. I am currently working my way through the list, and enjoyed reading your thoughts on it.

Thanks, Jason…

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Thank goodness this list is here, still after the second movie came out. I have been looking for this list for a couple of years and finally found it!!! Thank you Linda

Thanks very much for this excellent list, well worth reading. McCall’s list includes some classics of ‘black orientated’ literature that are worthy of everyone’s attention, plus some ‘classics’. These include some of the titles you have mentioned, but also:

Ta-Nehisi Coates, Between the World and Me Hesse, Siddhartha Richard Wright, Native Son I’m still trying to ‘track down’ some of the others missing from his list.

I wrote down the list and came up with 99 Novels what is to 100th novel? Or did I miss one?

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