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1000 novels everyone must read: the definitive list

1000 novels everyone must read: the definitive list
Selected by the Guardian's Review team and a panel of expert judges, this list includes only novels – no memoirs, no short stories, no long poems – from any decade and in any language. Originally published in thematic supplements – love, crime, comedy, family and self, state of the nation, science fiction and fantasy, war and travel – they appear here for the first time in a single list. Feel we've left off a crucial book? Email to us with your nomination and an explanation in no more than 150 words at review@guardian.co.uk, or post your submission to The Guardian, Kings Place, 90 York Way, London N1 9GU, by 4 February. Comedy Crime Family and self Love

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Online Prospectus | University of Chichester There is no better way to develop confidence and skill in writing and communication than to study with practising writers, linguists and critics. On this course you will be studying with an extremely well qualified team of tutors, whose work has been recognised both nationally and internationally. Guided by your tutors, you will explore many new kinds of literature and new ways of reading, as well as learning how language works and shapes our lives. In addition, there is the opportunity to observe the real processes involved in literary creation, alongside novelists, poets and playwrights who work within the department. Every student receives personal attention and support with their studies, as well as being able to explore for themselves the extensive cultural resources of Chichester, which boasts the prestigious Festival Theatre and the nationally renowned New Park Film Club. Indicative Course Content Year One Year Two Year Three Why this Course? Careers

Frank Ocean Interview - GQ Men of the Year 2012: Music If Frank Ocean wanted to play you a song, you'd drive across town in the pouring rain, right? That's how we've ended up at Jungle City, a sound studio in Manhattan's Chelsea neighborhood. When we walk in, Ocean leading the way, Pharrell Williams turns down the music and greets him warmly. "Here you are," the prolific rapper and producer tells him. "You've walked in at the right time." "Sweet," Ocean replies, picking up Pharrell's diamond-studded gold chain that sits—fat as a tow rope—at the edge of the mixing board. "That's not risky. Turning to me, Pharrell says, "I always call him James Taylor. Now it's Pharrell's turn to spin a track-in-progress. "Map a way out"—it's a phrase Ocean will use more than once during the next four hours as we talk about his life and especially his last few months. GQ: GQ: You were born in Long Beach, California, but moved to New Orleans at age 5. GQ: When did you start recording?

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What are the 3 quick and easy ways to boost self-confidence As a general rule, you’re better off being moderately overconfident. Overconfidence is performance-enhancing and increases productivity. But what about when you’re not feeling so high on yourself? What can quickly and easily boost your self-esteem? 1) Look At Your Resume Reviewing your credentials can remind you how talented you are and induce a “reverse stereotype threat” that boosts confidence. Via Choke: What the Secrets of the Brain Reveal About Getting It Right When You Have To: I immediately think about my research credentials, a trick I developed after discovering that getting people to think about aspects of themselves that are conducive to success can actually be enough to propel them to a top performance and prevent choking. And: The mere act of realizing you aren’t just defined by one dimension— your SAT score or a speech or a solo— can help curtail worries and negative thoughts. 2) Stand Up Straight Your mind moves you, but how you move also affects your mind. 3) Talk To Yourself

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