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1 2011 NCRA Store Best Resources that save you time, money, and effort! Sellers Shop online at THE PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATION FOR REPORTERS AND CAPTIONERS

2 As you strive for new heights, the NCRA Store has the tools you need along the way. The NCRA Store delivers a variety of products that will help you develop your skills and your full potential as a stenographic court reporter. Looking to add a new service to your repertoire? Want to enhance your preparation for a certification exam? Maybe you just recognize that self improvement is the name of game in the court reporting profession? In any or all of these cases, the resources available to you in this catalog are second to none. Be sure to peruse the new additions to the Store. Items such as Court Reporting: Bad Grammar, Good Punctuation and The Realtime Systems Troubleshooting Guide are new publications that no NCRA member should be without. For a complete list of all of our products, visit us online at:

3 Item # P-313 Court Reporting: Bad Grammar/Good Punctuation Long-time court reporting instructor Margie Wakeman Wells introduces her new punctuation reference guide and handbook, Court Reporting: Bad Grammar/Good Punctuation. Based on her years of teaching grammar and punctuation, spelling, proofreading, and transcript production, Margie has brought you a one-of-a-kind book perfect for court reporters: it is one that has tweaked the standard English rules to fit the spoken, and sometimes fractured, language most reporters encounter in the legal system. This book is not only a reference guide to punctuation, but also a course in punctuation. It is perfect for students and reporters who want to improve their craft by learning the essentials. This book contains examples from real transcripts and indepth breakdowns of sentence structure. Member $59.95 Nonmember $77.94 Item # P-321 Court Reporting: Bad Grammar/ Good Punctuation Workbook From Margie Wakeman Wells, the best-selling author of the world-famous Court Reporting: Bad Grammar/Good Punctuation comes the essential companion, Court Reporting: Bad Grammar/Good Punctuation Workbook! Item # Z-13 Court Reporting: Bad Grammar/ Good Punctuation KIT Buy the complete kit, which includes both the textbook and the workbook, and receive a discount! Member: $79.95 Non-member: $ The workbook is 520 spiral bound pages of indispensible drills and exercises which perfectly compliment the textbook. Reinforce what you ve learned in the textbook by practicing with the workbook. See how quickly your skills will be strengthened! Member: $39.95 Non-member: $51.94 Shop online at or call NCRA (6272) 3

4 General Reference/Glossaries Item # P-83 A Court Reporter s Guide to Medical Terminology by Nathaniel Weiss A knowledge of greek and latin roots can help you deduce the proper spelling of complex medical words. Medical terminology is not a remote and unattainable body of knowledge, especially when you know the shortcuts. Knowledge of the prefixes, suffixes, and root words associated with medicine can go a long way to improving your understanding of the many complex words that you will face almost every day. Don t let words like hematemesis, arteriole or facioplasty slow you down any longer. Member $12.95 Nonmember $16.84 Item # P-113 One Word, Two Words, Hyphenated? By Mary L. Gilman Save time and frustration this handy reference book provides instant access to any word combination that s giving you trouble. One Word, Two Words, Hyphenated? seeks only to answer the title question and to provide a quick answer without the need for further research. It will help prevent misspelling more than 14,000 words, including elusive brand names and foreign phrases. Member $19.95 Nonmember $25.94 Item # P-3 Fairly Familiar Phrases Mary L. Gilman Save time with this information-packed reference book. It contains medical phrases, foreign idioms, slang, computer terms, and phrases used in drug trafficking. Terms are concisely defined for easy access. Great for those terms that ring a bell, but whose definitions don t come immediately to mind. Member $15.95 Nonmember $20.74 Item # F-6 How to Say It and Write It Correctly NOW! By Santo J. Aurelio, Ed.D. The ultimate reference book, containing practical grammar, punctuation, & spelling rules, homonyms, medical terms, a layperson s legal dictionary, major art terms and more! This English-grammar reference book contains a wealth of information including a list of 175 Latin and Greek prefixes, roots, and suffixes which comprise the foundation of the English Language. Member $19.95 Nonmember $ Shop online at or call NCRA (6272)

5 Item # P-133 Morson s English Guide for Court Reporters Morson s English Guide for Court Reporters presents the fundamental rules for punctuating acceptable syntax and then goes a step further and presents verbatim English as found in courtroom transcripts and modifies the rules to accommodate this English. The grammar section and glossary offer a look at the way we name and define the elements in a sentence so that we can better understand standard word usage, spelling, and punctuation. Morson s English Guide for Court Reporters is an aid to both new and the experienced court reporters and scopists in their attempts to reproduce court records accurately and logically. Member $60.00 Nonmember $78.00 Item # P-192 Comma Sense: a Fun-damental Guide to Punctuation A clear, entertaining, and just plain helpful guide to the American rules of punctuation! Richard Lederer, longtime columnist for the JCR, offers a compre hensive and humorous guide to U.S. punctuation. Comma Sense: a Fundamental Guide to Punctuation will make you laugh your head off over weird but instructional examples while enabling you to learn all you need to know about punc tuation through simple, clear, and right-on-the-mark rules. Member $21.95 Nonmember $28.94 Item # P-2 The Deposition Handbook By Lynn Brooks Avoid an embarrassing faux pas during deposition proceedings. This concise, stepby-step guide to reporting a deposition will become your constant companion and prepare you for virtually every situation you might encounter in the freelance reporting field. You will learn about stipulations, oaths, interrupting the witness, marking exhibits, asking for break, off-the-record discussions, reporting through an interpreter, suggested parentheticals, and handling confidential exhibits and deposition testimony. This book is mandatory reading for every freelance reporter, and it s an eye-opener for students and a great review for seasoned reporters. Member $12.95 Nonmember $16.84 Shop online at or call NCRA (6272) 5

6 General Reference/Glossaries Item # P-16 8,000 Soundalikes, Look-Alikes, and Other Words Often Confused By Mary Louise Gilman and Eugenie Fitzhugh Cached or cashed? Canon or cannon? Caret or karat? When this book saves you from even one embarrassing error, you ll be glad you added this instant classic to your library. This book is a mandatory reference for both students and reporters. Member $21.95 Nonmember $28.94 Item # P-82 Proofreading Manual A Guide for Court Reporters, Scopists, and Proofreaders By Peggy Armstrong Good proofreading plays a critical role in ensuring the quality of the transcript. For court reporters, proofreaders, and scopists, this resource provides tips on proofreading as well as hints on how to handle some of the difficult language questions that can come up when proofing the spoken word. Is the word congressional capitalized? When should the words ill humored be hyphenated? By improving your proofreading skills, you can cut down on your editing time and increase your production. Member $19.95 Nonmember $25.94 Item # P-123 Glossaries for Court Reporters Specialized terms from technical professions can give you fits. This compendium of specialized glossaries will cut hours off the time you now spend preparing a transcript. This compilation of glossaries includes ones on AIDS terminology, gene testing, diabetes, and tobacco, to create the most valuable technical reference book available to court reporters. Member $29.95 Non-Member $38.94 Item # P-83 6 Shop online at or call NCRA (6272)

7 Exam Preparation Item #P Tips for Passing the CRR Pass the CRR exam with this helpful study guide! Many court reporters describe the Certified Realtime Reporter exam as the easiest test you ll ever fail. Though the top speed, ranging from 180 to 200 wpm, usually isn t a problem, nerves and other factors often get in the way. That s where 80+ Tips for Passing the CRR comes in. We talked to court reporters who have passed this challenging exam. Several tips offer more than one hint on how to earn your CRR. In addition, many of our experts touch on the same topics, but from slightly different angles. Member $14.95 Nonmember $19.44 Item # P-87 How to Prepare for RPR and RMR Exams Preparation is the key to passing the RPR or RMR exams. This informative guide will describe the knowledge needed for exam day and give you confidence-building hints that may help you pass. In addition, we ve added dozens of articles that offer tips on how to deal with stress, increase your speed, and prepare yourself mentally, as well as a section on court reporting ethics. Member $19.95 Nonmember $25.94 Item # P-88 Practice Questions for the RPR and RMR Exams Answering these practice questions will give you an idea as to what you can expect on the RPR and RMR exams. You can test yourself on actual past RPR exam questions; you ll also get: Vocabulary stretchers and drills on word usage and punctuation. Exercises in medical and legal terminology as well as court and deposition procedures. Practice tests with answers, so you ll know where you need to focus your attention. The book is divided into five major areas of importance to the reporting field English, medical, legal, court and deposition procedures, and technology so you ll be one step ahead when exam day arrives. Member $19.95 Nonmember $25.94 Shop online at or call NCRA (6272) 7

8 Exam Preparation Item # P- 115 More Practice Questions for the RPR Exam What s the best way to prepare for the RPR exams? By practicing with past test questions taken from NCRA s RPR and RMR tests. Picking up where Practice Questions for the RPR and RMR Exams left off, More Practice Questions for the RPR Exam contain at least 100 practice questions to help you prepare for exam day! Member $15.95 Nonmember $20.74 Item # P- 116 More Practice Questions for the RMR Exam What s the best way to prepare for the RMR exams? By practicing with past test questions taken from NCRA s RPR and RMR test banks. Picking up where Practice Questions for the RPR and RMR Exams left off, More Practice Questions for the RMR Exam contains an additional 100 practice questions to help you prepare for exam day! Member $15.95 Nonmember $20.74 Item #P-124 How to Prepare for the RDR Exam The Registered Diplomate Reporter is the highest level of certification a reporter can achieve. Because the exam is based on an individual s experience and level of professional involvement, developing a study guide to suit all preparation needs has been difficult. In How to Prepare for the RDR Exam, we ve incorporated information on some of the major topic areas you need to study for the exam. Also, we ve included 45 questions from past RDR tests so you ll know what to expect. Member $12.95 Nonmember $ Shop online at or call NCRA (6272)

9 Exam Preparation Packages Item # Z-1 RPR Success Package A Includes: How to Prepare for RPR and RMR Exams Practice Questions for the RPR and RMR Exams More Practice Questions for the RPR Exam Six CDs: RPR Exams Member $95.95 Nonmember $ Item # Z-10 RPR Study Guides Includes: How to Prepare for RPR and RMR Exams Practice Questions for the RPR and RMR Exams More Practice Questions for the RPR Exam Member $49.95 Nonmember $64.94 Item # Z-3 RMR Success Package Includes: How to Prepare for RPR and RMR Exams Practice Questions for the RPR and RMR Exams More Practice Questions for the RMR Exam Six CDs: RMR Exams Member $95.95 Nonmember $ Item # Z-11 RPR Study Guides Includes: How to Prepare for RPR and RMR Exams Practice Questions for the RPR and RMR Exam More Practice Questions for the RPR Exam Member $49.95 Nonmember $64.94 Item # A-11 Instant Certificate Plaque An affordable way to make any certificate worthy of your wall. Let your colleagues and clients know about your accomplishments. Display your NCRA membership certificates and RPR, RMR, RDR, CSR, CLVS, or CRR Certificate and protect it against damage. The face of the certificate plaque is tough, non-glare material with a convenient pocket so you can easily remove one certificate and replace it quickly. The base is a walnut finish with brass accents, designed to look good on any wall. Size, 10 X 13 Member $18.95 Nonmember $24.64 Shop online at or call NCRA (6272) 9

10 Realtime Resources Item # P-140: Alternative Realtime Careers: A Guide to Closed Captioning and CART for Court Reporters by Gary D. Robson Are you a skilled realtime reporter looking for a change? Do you need a new challenge in your life? This will teach you everything you need to know about the captioning and CART work environments and, more importantly, how to prepare and take advantage of these opportunities. You ll also find information on: What makes a good captioner or CART writer The technical basics of captioning Selecting the right software and equipment Starting your own CART or captioning business Calling deaf people on the phone The laws governing the use of captioning Member $26.95 Nonmember $35.04 Item # P-146 My System The Road to Realtime Excellence By Mark Kislingbury Tackle your realtime obstacles the Mark Kislingbury way! This book covers all aspects of realtime from A to Z. Starting with what you need to know for beginning realtime, then taking you through the remaining steps, from intermediate and advanced to championship realtime. You ll also find a bonus section on writing the years in one stroke and the 16 foundational Kislingbury Rules. Take your first step on the road to realtime excellence and let Mark show you the way! Member $26.95 Nonmember $35.04 Item # P-20 Realtime Writing The Court Reporters Guide to Mastering Realtime Skills by National Captioning Institute Closed captioning, Total Access Courtroom, realtime in the classroom... your profession s latest opportunities rely on realtime. And RealTime Writing published by an authority on realtime, the National Captioning Institute teaches you... Realtime theory and the basics of conflict-free writing. Avoiding word-boundary errors. Specific rules for prefixes, suffixes, and punctuation. How to adapt your skills for realtime and take advantage of court reporting s most exciting services. The book even come with practice drills. Member $34.95 Nonmember $ Shop online at or call NCRA (6272)

11 Item # P-128: Writing Naked: Principles of Writing for Realtime and Captioning by Kevin and Mary Daniel It s how many reporters describe their first experience writing realtime while others can watch. For the first time, your writing is exposed, and you may feel your reputation is at stake. But you can do something to ensure your transition from court reporter to realtime writer or captioner is a smooth one. In Writing Naked, you ll find tried-and-true principles for resolving conflicts in your writing. Why you should change the word, not the prefix or suffix Why some words should always be fingerspelled How can you most effectively use prefixes and suffixes The best way to write word triplets and quadruplets How to better apply the asterisk key Writing Naked offers suggestions for these and other writing dilemmas and teaches you sound fundamentals for creating your own solutions. Also, you ll find extensive information on how to adapt your current number system for realtime, how not to flunk the CRR exam, and a list of more than 700 prefixes and suffixes. Member $26.95 Nonmember $35.04 Item #P-316 Realtime Troubleshooting Pocket Guide The Realtime Systems Administrator subcommittee has created the Realtime Troubleshooting Pocket Guide, a quick-and-easy way to aid you in your quest for perfect realtime. The pocket guide is intended for use by all realtime reporters, whether experienced or in the learning stage. Its focus is on the troubleshooting of Interactive Realtime Reporting via the cable method of delivery and/or Steno- Cast Bluetooth method of delivery. It is expected that this pocket guide will be updated as needed, including Windows 7 and wireless realtime. Member $45.00 Nonmember $58.50 The pocket guide is composed of the following sections: Comprehensive index Terminology of basic terms used in this pocket guide XP Windows tenets, which sets out the applicable troubleshooting topics that require the knowledge of functions within Windows The basics of realtime troubleshooting Troubleshooting issues specific to the LiveNote realtime viewer Troubleshooting issues specific to CT Summation realtime viewer Working with LiveNote tokens Connecting to LiveNote realtime viewer Connecting to CT Summation realtime viewer Basic functions for attorneys within LiveNote realtime viewer Basic functions for attorneys within CT Summation realtime viewer Setting up a receive computer for your client StenoCast setup process for the client and reporter Shop online at or call NCRA (6272) 11

12 Miscellaneous Item # P-79 Disorder in the Court As a court reporter, you probably have your own file full of examples of how the English language is mangled, manhandled, and misinterpreted by the folks you report. We ve compiled the best examples sent in by court reporters around the nation. This compilation of transcript excerpts will leave you dizzy with laughter. With a foreword by Richard Lederer, this book makes the perfect gift. Member $12.95 Nonmember $16.84 Calendar of Upcoming Events 2011 July RPR & CLVS Written Knowledge Exam NCRA s Annual Convention & Exposition in Las Vegas, Nev. N C R A Bright Lights, Big Future LAS VEGAS JULY September 9-11 CLVS & Trial Presentation Symposium October RPR, RMR, RDR, CCP, and CBC Written Knowledge Exam November 5 RPR, RMR, CRR, CCP, and CBC Skills Exam February Firm Owners Executive Conference 12 Shop online at or call NCRA (6272)