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October 1, 2026

Poem to Read Aloud: Australia's Determined Poet

Poems to Read Aloud , The Buckley Experience , Resources

A force for making women's voices heard, writer Louisa Lawson saved money she made managing a boarding house and used it to publish a newspaper. This month, we help you strengthen your voice by providing one of her poems to read out loud.

Frequently Asked: What do you think about analogies?

Storytelling , Business Communication , Presentation Tips

An analogy can be a shortcut to understanding - or a detour that confuses your audience. Explore how and when to use analogies, then decide what you think about them.

A Grammar Guide That's Fun to Read?

Resources , Speaker's Bookshelf , Public Speaking Books

Yes, it IS a fun read--and now, thanks to a new audiobook version, it's also a fun listen. See why Patricia O'Conner's amusing guide is one you might want to check out.