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Every chapter should leave you with something useful.
The Useful Chapter

Our philosophy

Knowledge is only valuable when it is useful

The Useful Chapter publishes clear, practical guides for real life. Each one is designed to be read in an afternoon and put to work the same week.

Learning, improving and understanding the world are ongoing journeys. Every guide is another chapter in yours.

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Made to be read, kept and used

  • Practical, not padded

    Short, focused guides that respect your time.

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    From study skills to money and everyday life.

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