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Improving your accent in English often involves listening, speaking, and learning from a variety of sources. However, books that focus on pronunciation, intonation, and phonetics can help guide your practice. Here are some recommendations:
1. "English Pronunciation in Use" by Mark Hancock and Martin Hewings
This series covers different levels (Elementary, Intermediate, Advanced) and includes audio materials. It focuses on clear pronunciation, including common sounds, intonation, and stress patterns.
2. "Ship or Sheep?" by Ann Baker
This classic book is designed to help with English pronunciation through minimal pairs (words that only differ in one sound, like "ship" and "sheep"). It also comes with audio resources.
3. "American Accent Training" by Ann Cook
For those focusing on American English, this book offers exercises and tips for developing a neutral American accent. The book includes extensive audio tracks and practice materials.
4. "Mastering the American Accent" by Lisa Mojsin
This is a comprehensive guide for non-native speakers who want to develop an American accent. It includes audio exercises and focuses on key sounds, rhythm, and intonation patterns.
5. "The Sounds of English" by J.D. O'Connor
This book focuses on the phonetic aspects of British English and offers detailed explanations of English sounds and their variations.
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Animal Farm by Gorge Orwell
Tuesday with Morrie by Mitch Albom
High Fidelity by Nick Hornby
The Giver by Lois Lowry
Apart from these book reading, one should read regular newspaper and find out good articls and study on it. One should speak English with friends relatives though there are mistakes.Always speak boldly and confidently.Watch English speaking videos and practice. Speak loudly everyday near mirror and find out the mistakes.Grammer is very important for improve and correct speaking English language.
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