1001 Quotes, Illustrations, and Humorous Stories for Preachers, Teachers, and Writers [Paperback]

Edward K. Rowell (Editor)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 1, 2008

Anyone who speaks for a living knows that at some point you just run out of relevant stories to tell. And there's nothing more embarrassing to a preacher or teacher than a listener pointing out that they've heard a story three or four times now. What's a busy speaker to do?
Edward K. Rowell and Leadership journal have come to the rescue with this fresh compilation of quotes, idea starters, illustrations, and humor to jump-start or add kick to speeches, sermons, and lessons. This easy-to-use volume is the perfect addition to the library of any pastor, teacher, or public speaker.

Editorial Reviews

From the Back Cover

Attention-getting resources for compelling presentations

Do you need a lively quip to launch your sermon, lesson, speech, or article? An illustration to tickle the funny bone or engage the heart? How about a quote or two to grab your listeners' attention and keep them riveted all the way to your final words?

Look no further. With hundreds of illustrations, quotes, idea starters, and humorous stories, this book will help you freshen your message and drive your point home. Terrific features include:

• material drawn from Leadership journal--a respected source you can trust
• a well-organized format so you can easily find exactly what you need
• space to note when and how you have used each entry
• permission to photocopy pages so you can build your own resource files

Easy to use, this volume is loaded with relevant, captivating words for today's audiences. It's a one-stop resource for your best-yet presentations.

Edward K. Rowell is director of Presbyterian Action in Bellevue, Washington. A former editor at Leadership journal and Preaching Today, Rowell has written six books, including a novel, Emma's Journal.

About the Author

Edward K. Rowell is director of Presbyterian Action in Bellevue, Washington. A former editor at Leadership journal and Preaching Today, Rowell has written six books, including a novel, Emma's Journal.

Product Details

• Paperback: 432 pages
• Publisher: Baker Books (May 1, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0801071615
• ISBN-13: 978-0801071614
• Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 5.5 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #184,000 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #28 in Books > Education & Reference > Encyclopedias > Music

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4 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars a useful tool, April 15, 2006

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Walter G. Fitzsimons - See all my reviews
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This review is from: 1001 Quotes, Illustrations, and Humorous Stories for Preachers, Teachers, and Writers (Paperback)

In preparing for the event of speaking to others, it is appropriate to people one's ideas with concrete illustrations. While our ideas may be our own, our communication is a shread event. A tool such as this book helps us get beyond ourselves into the mind of others. At least, we know when we pick an illustration that two people like it - me and the author.

0 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great, just what I expected, June 26, 2009

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What I was looking for and the price was great. I will buy other books in this manner through Amazon.

2 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Misleading Title, January 13, 2008

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Marilyn A. Lewis "Rev Marilyn" (Parker, CO United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: 1001 Quotes, Illustrations, and Humorous Stories for Preachers, Teachers, and Writers (Paperback)

The title promises quotes, illustrations, and humorous stories for preachers, teachers, and writers. What you're NOT told is that the contents are ONLY for those wanting strong religious material. I would not recommend this book for anyone except a conservative Christian minister. I'm a minister of a more liberal faith, and I am unable to use most of the material.