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Your Readers Love to Read About Tension Between Your Characters By : Tension is inextricably bound up in the emotions of your characters, and by introducing tension you lead your readers into the same emotions, as they 'feel' for the characters in your story. Writing Tips For Novice Authors By : ParamS So you need to balance your time in writing that book, honing your writing skills, submitting your work along the way for others to critique, and promoting yourself. Can you do it? Of course you can! Women’s Writing: Ten Ways to Increase Your Power Through Language By : It’s the thing we don’t talk about. We want to write successful books, but we’re not 110% sure of our ideas, or we’re afraid they will be judged. The bad news: That message is coming through loud and clear in your writing. Your readers can sense that insecurity reading between the lines. The good news: There are ten things women can do to increase the power of their writing and their influence. It's Time to Get Back to Work By : Michael_Fleischner Even if years separate you from the last job and the new career goal, there are tricks to turning a potential negative into an asset – it’s just a matter of knowing what to do. The Secret to Writing… is Writing! By : Mark V Hansen Are you ready to become the writer you want to be, the writer you were born to be, the writer you need to be if others are ever to know what you know? Then write! Write about the things you know, the things you love. It doesn’t have to be perfect. List Building Using News Releases - What to Ask Yourself By : Joel Christopher If you have finally convinced yourself that you are news worthy and are ready to make your very first news release, congratulations. Allow us to assist you, and there is no better way to be able to brainstorm for a news release than using the system most news journalists use to be able to make a good, concise and meaty news article. Title Capitalization in the English Language By : Interesting about titles in the English language is the fact that they follow different capitalization rules for the words used in the title compared to the capitalization rules of regular content. Learn about these rules. Writing for Writing By : Thanaseelan Writers writing about writing may seem to be a highly conceited act. Since I am not reeaaally a writer, or at least I don't claim myself to be one, I guess me giving tips on writing can be taken casually. Preferably with a pinch of salt. I may not have contributed much to the world of print but I do know a thing or two about being a connoisseur for writing. Apart from blogging and writing articles currently, I used to write award winning poems and short stories during my earlier days. Race and Class Issues in “Recitatif” by Toni Morrison By : Andrew Shwartz This article is about confusing settings in Morrison’s “Recitatif”. It refers to problems in contemporary society which were emphasized by the author. 5 Tips On How To Write An Article That Sells Like Hot Cakes! By : Davion W People would kill to learn how to write an article that sells like gangbuster. When I was a newbie internet marketer, I would always wonder why would people be writing articles for free. I later discovered article marketing works and not only that it is reputedly the best free method to pull in tons of targeted buying customers! But the key lies in knowing how to write an article that sells. college term paper By : Sharon White The process of writing a college term paper is vital, indeed. Though college term paper may sounds like a ‘beginner’ term paper, but you are still oblige to try to convince your reader(s) about the statements that you had made and are able to argue yourself through in the paper. Business term paper By : Sharon White The business term paper is usually the last project that you have to do to obtain your degrees. However to do the term paper is always difficult, especially for the Business term paper, yet your term paper a vital part of earning your valuable degree in business, a ticket to a good job and a great life. College English term paper By : Sharon White College English term paper is one of the most wide-spread types of written assignments. College English paper is assigned for students during their second or third year of study. Research Paper By : Gabriel Rise A research paper is a means of presenting your findings on a selected topic. It is a synchronization of the investigations you have made and your thoughts and ideas on the topic you are researching. If you love writing, then nothing can be more satisfying than producing a research paper. Is Writers Block Real? By : steve cowan Whoever your favorite writer is, there is a very good chance that, at some time in their career, they have suffered the dreaded writers block. If you have ever read about it and wondered what it is, here is your chance to find out………… Choose One Topic - On Becoming An Expert By : Borat Sagidiev An editor wrote me recently stating that my readers need to know that until they know everything about all culinary traditions and trends, they are not qualified to write about any food. I was quite surprised at that attitude for I've sold many articles about healthful meals, cooking for children, ... Great Technical Writing - Improve Document Searches By : Borat Sagidiev OVERVIEW Searches in User Documents (manuals, etc.) often fail because the Reader uses different words for a concept than the author uses. Since the Reader's words do not appear in the document, the document search mechanism cannot find them, resulting in frustration. This article describes a User-friendly technique for improving searches, without having to change the Users' behavior or the search software. Business Writing: Head to Paper Quickly and and Correctly By : Al Borowski Business writing does not have to mean time-consuming fear and drudgery. You can dramatically speed up the process of creating a letter, memo or report with a simple three-step strategy. How to Deal with Ordinary Essay Topics By : Timothy Anderson A thing that can cause a writer’s block is an ordinary topic. It is hard to prove originality and individuality when talking about the issues that are as old, as the world itself. But, nevertheless, even a hopeless situation has the way out. It’s important to know, which of the numerous doors to open to choose the right exit. Business Report Writing Tips By : Timothy Anderson Business report writing is not an easy task for many students. Report writing tips outlined below will provide you with the required tools and guidelines. Submission Etiquette for New Writers By : Andrew Weber One of the goals of writing is to get your work published. It is the ultimate proof your writing ability. It takes some writers years to reach the point where they are secure enough to seek publication. When you feel ready to start submitting your work, you want to be sure you are professional. Here are some things to keep in mind when dealing with the publishing world. My Advice on Your Report Writing By : Timothy Anderson Report writing is not an easy task. Article outlines what should be done by a student struggling with report writing to produce quality work. Useful tips are given on how to summarize plot correctly, analyze characters, and explore themes. Resume Writing - Watch your step buddy By : raz This resume writing guide will show you step by step on how to write a resume even if you have never before written a resume. Follow the rules and you will get an excellent resume or CV, which will increase your chances of getting an job interview. What You Must Have in Your Memoirs! By : Steve Manning The vital information you MUST include in your life story! Latent Semantic Indexing - The Answer to Search Engine Success? By : John Sullivan The fastest way to get good search engine indexing is to use Latent Semantic Indexing. What is it and how to benefit from it? Your 500-Year Legacy By : Steve Manning Here’s how you can create your 500-year legacy and secure your place in history. Traffic Tickets By : Roberto Bell Getting a traffic ticket is one of the most unpleasant experiences in the world. Often times you will get a ticket from a new police officer who is twenty years younger than you and just trying to assert his superiority and power. Ski Vacations in Breckenridge By : Roberto Bell The vacations of the winter in Breckenridge are going to be filled of a pile of ski or snowboarding more certainly possible, so the most advisable comforts are the variety of the ski in/ski towards outside. Real Estate and Breckenridge By : Roberto Bell Breckenridge was founded on 1859 and is famous by the baby of the Tom - a nugget of gold found in 1887 by Tom Groves. This lead to the attacks of gold and Breckenridge was ruined thorough like any other city that mined at those times. Heavy Metal By : Roberto Bell Heavy metal music is one genre that typically does not get as much attention as it really deserves. Breckenridge Ski Resort By : Roberto Bell The city of Breckenridge is right as you it would dream around in the way to your vacations of the ski. The city has a main St. with the warehouses, the restaurants, and the variety. Why And How To Write Articles By : Denise Hamilton - When it comes to SEO and a stream of long term traffic to your site there really is only one way to go. Articles are the best way to ensure that you have constant links to your site circling the web with a one time only input from yourself. And the best thing about article writing is that it doesn’t cost you a penny – in any currency. Here’s how it works: -make a list of the things that you know enough about to be able to write a helpful and informative article on. ... The Auto Parts Market:Jeep Axle & Bumper Replacement By : Pro Content The automobile aftermarket is one of the biggest markets, as many automobile owners are looking for accessories and other spare parts and replacements. This article discusses the various aspects of auto parts. Getting Published: Publishing Tips And Advice From Rose Desrochers By : Rose DesRochers - It appears that today everyone is a writer, and we all have the same dream. We all hope to someday be published. So as writers, where do we get started? I suggest joining writing groups first and start seeking feedback that can help your career as a writer. It is most likely that your closest friends and family are telling you that your writing is the greatest thing since Steven King’s, and maybe it is, but it doesn't hurt to get some feedback from your fellow writers. ... Chick Lit: Which Comes First, The Chick Or The Lit? By : Laurel Osterkamp - How many times has a boyfriend or husband dismissed a movie you wanted to see as just another “chick flick”, refusing to go, and dragged you to see an action film instead? It seems that any sort of entertainment that is created specifically by women for women has a stigma attached to it, and is often disregarded as superficial fluff. This is not simply true for movies anymore, but for books as well, with the fairly recent emergence of the genre “chick lit.” These books oft... Letters of Reference - Writing Power Phrases By : Shaun Fawcett These reference letter "power phrases" are grouped into three major categories: opening statements, assessment statements, and closing statements. These are the key components of any letter of reference. Formulate these phrases well and you are guaranteed to have an excellent letter. Letters of Reference – Writing Tips and Strategies By : Shaun Fawcett In addition to standard letter-writing dos and don'ts, there are a number of basic guidelines that apply specifically to most situations related to the writing of letters of reference. These are usually more "situational" than "how-to" in nature. Here's how to write reference letters. Letters of Reference Defined By : Shaun Fawcett There is a great deal of general confusion about the differences/similarities between letters of reference and letters of recommendation. For instance; which is which, and why? How are they different? In what ways are they similar? This article explains and demystifies letters of reference. Finding A Literary Agent You Can Work With By : Ken Snodin - So you have finally finished writing the book for which you toiled so hard and just like your newborn, is very close to your heart? And you thought that you have crossed the biggest hurdle? Well now comes the tougher part, which is to get your book printed and making it see the light of the day. For this, you would need the services of a book agent. Not just any book agent, but also someone who is good at his work. There are many kinds of literary agents and hence you have to... Letters of Recommendation - Writing Power Phrases By : Shaun Fawcett These recommendation letter "power phrases" are grouped into three major categories: opening statements, assessment statements, and closing statements. These are the key components of any letter of recommendation. Formulate these phrases well and you are guaranteed to have an excellent letter. Letter of Recommendation or Letter of Reference – Which Is It? By : Shaun Fawcett It so happens that there IS a lot of confusion about the differences and similarities between letters of recommendation letters and letters of reference. For instance; which is which, and why? How are they different? In what ways are they similar? This article clarifies that confusion. 10 Ways To Increase Your Blog’s Pageviews By : Chris McElroy AKA NameCritic - With Google Adsense or Yahoo Publisher, having people click onto more pages helps your revenue immensely, but how do you get them to read more than one page when they visit your website? Here are a few tips. 1. Create pages within the blog that contain reference material you refer to often in your posts. These static pages will also get crawled and indexed by the search engines and as you write posts about your topics you can refer people to these static pages as reference... Buy Your Books Online And Save A Boatload Of Cash By : Jenny Riley - It is now widely accepted that shopping for books in a traditional brick and mortar shop is a hassle. Usually, many serious book shoppers are trying to access a book or magazine that are blocked by men, women, and kids, laying on the floor, talking on mobile phones, or going through the books and then returning them to the wrong place without paying for anything they have laid their hands on. This had led me to defer to the less grueling, less intrusive, and more convenien... Diaries – Its Not Just Bridget That Uses Them! By : Lucy Bartlett - You resolve to stop smoking, drinking, overeating, being lazy etc. etc. on New Years Eve. You look at a gift from a friend, idly open it and find yourself staring at a beautiful diary. You resolve, to record your deeds and thoughts faithfully in the diary from the New Year onwards! Time passes on…… Another New Year approaches and you happen to look at the diary and the 360 blank pages it contains – What happened to your resolve. This is the fate of most diaries. They remai... How To Write A Book Without Writing A Book By : Kristy Taylor - Do you want to be an author? Or would you like to have your own e-book to sell on the Internet? Maybe you just want an e-book to give away as a promotion for your products or services. At the same time you realize a popular e-book will be useful in building your reputation as an expert in a particular field. If having your own e-book is on your wish list, you don’t have to spend hours punching a computer keyboard to make that wish come true. In fact, your book may alrea... 9 Tips For Writing Better Business Letters By : Shaun Fawcett It’s quite amazing how often business people fail to follow basic guidelines when it comes to writing their business correspondence. Just as businesses need to be focused and efficient to thrive and succeed, so too does the primary tool of most businesses — the business letter. Personal Growth Through Writing By : Tracy Carreon - From, “5 Seeds for Growing Your Writing and Writing Your Life” Your Most Important Relationship The greater voyage of living begins with the intention to form a relationship. A relationship with yourself. Writing is a profound tool for doing so, but to be effective it requires the formation of another intimate connection. One with the page. From a practical standpoint, it’s easy. The only tools you need are a pen and paper. But to create a relationship that honors both the... Article Directories Are Taking Over - Are You On The Train? By : Ilya Pozin - Specialized article directories are all the rage right now, and it really is no wonder. They can be a place for new authors to publish their works, they are a reliable way to get information (minus the advertisements you can get with traditional web searches) and they can be a way for business owners to get some free marketing. Of course, if you own a web zine or blog, you can find articles and content for your publication via article directories. To understand specialized... Book Report Basics By : Angel Estrella A book report is defined as a short summary of a book, the reader’s interpretation of it and their reaction. While every book report does include details, it is most often customized to it’s audience with an emphasis on related aspects studied in a classroom or educational group. From an educators viewpoint, the goal of a book report is to test the student’s reading comprehension, their ability to relay their thoughts in a clear manner and their writing ability. Educators ... Profit From Writing By : Carol Anne Strange - If you’re passionate about writing and want to make it your career, you need to be resourceful, professional, determined and self-motivated to succeed. Writing for a living isn’t easy and unless you’ve already landed a five figure book deal for your latest novel, you need to be as creative in generating income as you are with your words. To help you profit from writing, here are a few opportunities to explore: Writing for Magazines This is the starting point for many f... Writing The Article By : William Bleyer - Just as a builder would hesitate to erect a house without a carefully worked-out plan, so a writer should be loath to begin an article before he has outlined it fully. In planning a building, an architect considers how large a house his client desires, how many rooms he must provide, how the space available may best be apportioned among the rooms, and what relation the rooms are to bear to one another. In outlining an article, likewise, a writer needs to determine how long it... Anyone Can Write an Essay! By : OK...so you have to write an essay, and you're not sure how to do it? No problem! When the process is broken down, its as easy as 1-2-3! 7 Tips For Writing Thank You Letters With Class By : Shaun Fawcett In reality, thank you letters are among the most important letters we will ever write. Whether business or personal, an effective thank you letter needs to be written with sincerity, tact and sensitivity. Here are 7 Tips that will help you do just that. How To Survive A Good Review By : Steven Barnes - When the first reviews for my most recent novel (Great Sky Woman, Random House 2006) started coming in, my emotions went through the usual roller coaster. The first, from Publisher’s Weekly, was 90% positive, but mentioned that, in their opinion, it was slow in spots. My stomach sank. Slow? In spots? Oh my God—all is lost! The second review came in two weeks later. This one, from “Booklist,” used words like “magnificent” and “engaging” and “adventure on a grand scale.” ... Busted: 5 Writing Myths By : Deanna Mascle - One common element whenever human beings gather is the need to talk and share experiences. Often that need turns into something a little more fun, a little more dangerous -- gossip. Gossip is often fun but it can also be dangerous because it spreads quickly (because it is fun) and often distorts or even completely avoids the truth. Gossip creates myths in many fields and professions, and the field of writing is especially prone. The top five myths about writing are: Myt... How Can You Become A Better Writer? By : Deanna Mascle - I have been writing professionally for more than two decades and teaching writing nearly that long. Every conference, every writing staff, and every class has always included some writer who asks: "How Can I Become A Better Writer?" They don't usually like my answer. "Practice writing every day and read to study the writing of others every day." They don't like the answer for one of two reasons usually. Some people are looking for some quick fix, magic formula that will... Writing For Fun And Profit By : Deanna Mascle - Every writer dreams of the day when they can profit from their writing. While income opportunities abound for writers, each method has drawbacks. Newspaper and magazine reporters can make a good living but their subject matter is often closely regulated and directed. Corporate writing can be even more lucrative but even more tightly controlled. Freelance writing offers more freedom but is also more uncertain. Publishing books is even more uncertain. So what is a writer to ... Try Writing Anniversary Poems By : Triston Huntsmin - Are you about to celebrate a special anniversary with that special someone? If so, don't forget that a proper gift is required to make any anniversary celebration just right. Don't worry, though, because the perfect anniversary gift might be much easier than you think to come up with. Try writing some great anniversary poems for the one you love. As an author and a professor of creative writing, it of course comes naturally to think about ways to incorporate writing into a... Article Writing & Article Marketing: 7 Ways Articles Increase Your Prospects, Publicity & Profits By : Jeff Herring - Writing articles and marketing with articles is one of the best and fastest ways market your business. In fact, if you can write a 7 item grocery list, you can write an article that will help you increase your prospects, publicity and profits. Here are seven ways that you can benefit from articles. 1) Articles will quickly position you as an expert in your field. The written word is incredibly powerful. Writing articles sets you apart from your competition. You never h... Writing: Is It A Skill, Craft, Or Gift? By : Deanna Mascle - Whenever you gather writers together they talk about writing. There are many different types of writers. Those who prefer to compose in long-hand or can only write on an old-fashioned manual typewriter. Those who write to music, demand complete silence, or create best surrounded by noise. You have the writers who must plan and outline before they can begin and those who find even talking about a project before it is drafted can stifle their creativity. But one of the most con... Get Help With Invitation Wording By : Analeese Burnabaker - If you are trying to write an invitation to an important event or celebration, don't let yourself struggle with finding the perfect invitation wording all on your own. There are several great but perhaps unexpected sources you can use to help get the right invitation wording for your needs. The first source of great invitation wording, although perhaps not the most practical for everyone, is to hire a professional writer to help you write the invitation wording. A professi... Write An Article About Almost Anything By : Belina Storrey - Are you a new writer struggling to get ideas for the articles you need to write? If so, you are not alone. It takes time and practice for any writer, no matter how good or how well trained, to learn to come up with good article ideas quickly. So do not be discouraged. Instead, learn from the advice of other writers. I can give advice about article writing because it is what I do. My first bit of advice is simple: write about what you love. Any time I come to a stand sti... What Should Be Included In A Nonfiction Book Proposal By : Dee Power - A great nonfiction book proposal is the key to convincing an acquisition editor you deserve a substantial advance and getting your book published. What should be included in a book proposal? Concept: A brief, no more than one page description about why your book is unique. Market: Who will buy your book and why. Include the demographics of your potential readers and how many of them there are. If you can, quote statistics, such as baseball is the most often viewe... Are Readers Important To Authors? By : Dee Power - Bestselling authors speak of their fans in almost reverential tones, as well they should. A loyal readership that comes back for more, book after book, is the real key to long-term publishing success. Savvy authors work diligently to produce great work that will continue to please their audience, but many of them also communicate directly to their fans. Author’s web sites are all the rage, some of them quite elaborately produced. Fauzia Burke is the founder and President o... A Guide To User Friendly Email Newsletter Templates By : Scott Michaels - User friendly email newsletter templates work for the one who is offering the newsletter, because they are easy to learn how to use; are attractive to potential customers and clients; and are affordable. But probably more importantly, these email newsletter templates are customer/client friendly: they have large enough fonts, use a logical organization, have a few colors to distinguish entries and headers, and have linking capabilities so the readers of the newsletter can ... 6 Simple Steps To Avoiding Expensive Car Repairs By : Aurel Radulescu Quite often, a visit to the car repair shop can be even more painful than a visit to your dentist. Perhaps physical pain it’s involved, but some car repairs can leave your wallet feeling pretty empty and you with a bad taste in your mouth. The best way to avoid costly repairs is to take preventative steps that will keep your car in the best condition possible. The Fine Points Of Writing A Critical Essay By : Lisa Scott - The last thing many majors want to do is write, much less write critical essays on some political or social concept or controversy he or she could give a rat’s a** for. But the requirements for a number of classes include the writing of critical essays, so rather than fight it, go with the most manageable process for accomplishing the assigned task. That is, keep in mind a few essential steps and elements, and you should be able to fly. First, the basics of writing crit... How To Make Money Selling Ebooks By : Biana Babinsky Many people have told me that they want to make money by selling ebooks, but they don't want to write an e-book. If this describes you, I have great news for you! You can still make money by selling e-books written by other people by using affiliate marketing. Buying Used Cars Tips By : Aurel Radulescu If you planed to buy an used car, it is important not only to find the car you like but you may also need to take some precautions like checking the car history, taking a test drive, knowing its book value or taking an extended warranty. What Does It Take To Succeed As An Independent Copywriter? By : Marcia Yudkin - In looking back on the nearly four dozen aspiring copywriters I've trained and mentored over the years and asking which personal qualities posed challenges and roadblocks and which enable beginners to carve out a lasting niche for themselves, I have zeroed in on four key skill areas. To build and sustain a copywriting or marketing consulting business, you need to be or become good in these four competencies: 1. Writing. To develop persuasive written materials, you must lea... Why I Killed My Muse-- And You Should Too By : Deanna Mascle - Last night, in the dark following midnight I killed my muse (suffocating her quietly with a pillow) and buried her in my back garden. Today I will plant a roses to hide the grave. No one will ever know and I will be free at last of her insidious hold and I will be able to write what I want. Why did I resort to this deed? After all my muse was lovely and gave me many gifts over the years. She saw me through dark times and helped mark the joyous ones. Many times she inspired... Saving Big With Hybrid Cars By : Aurel Radulescu In America, a standard automobile gets an average of 20.4 miles per gallon. With the innovative hybrid technology, consumers can expect to get a lot more mileage for their dollar. According to researchers, the Honda Insight was designed specifically for the purpose of getting the best gas mileage and is said to be the current industry leader in this type of hybrid savings. Tips For Dealing With Used Car Repair Shops By : Aurel Radulescu Communication is the key to a successful result when dealing with used car repair shops. The first, and most important, aspect is for the car owner to be prepared to explain the problem in detail. It may be helpful to have an idea when the problem first began and whether it is a constant or sporadic occurrence. The Perils And Pitfalls Of Publishing: Who Can An Author Trust? By : Dee Power And Brian Hill - One out of every eight people call themselves a writer, which means there are roughly 24 million people in the United States who carry that banner. Unfortunately there are charlatans and scam artists just waiting to ambush the unsuspecting author. How can a novice writer protect themselves? Anyone can call themselves a publisher. Always remember money flows towards the author from the publisher, not the other way round. What to look out for: Charges the author a fee ... Choose Great Research Topics By : Denton Krypps - Doing research and writing research papers does not actually have to be as horrible as everyone makes it out to be. I have learned to enjoy the process of research from start to finish. Call me crazy if you will, but I guarentee that the future of your educational career can be much more enjoyable if you learn now to enjoy research. For me, enjoying it started with choosing the right research topics. Whether you are in high school, college, gradudate school or are writing ... Self Publishing, A Miracle Of The 21st Century. By : Josephine Stungger - Are you a writer with lots of talent but no one will give you the time of day let alone a contract? Would you pay a professional publisher to make your book but can't afford it? Do you need a better tool than your plain old word processor to make your work look more professional and desirable? Do you possess special knowledge that if packaged in a book could make you millions? Well fret not your answer is very available to you now in the form of self publishing software tools... Selecting The Best Used Car For Your Lifestyle By : Aurel Radulescu When shopping for a used car, it is important to select one that best fits your lifestyle. For example, if you live in an area that is prone to harsh winters with a lot of snow, a 4-wheel-drive will likely be a good choice. However, these automobiles use more gasoline than a compact car. So, if gasoline consumption is at the top of your list for concerns, a smaller automobile may be the best option. 5 Ways To Make Money With One Article By : Patsi Krakoff, Psy. D. - Would you like to know a winning formula on how to make money on the Web from writing articles? Here's how I do it: I write an article, create 4-5 versions of it, and sell it for use by others in my same profession. In fact, just that one part of my business generates enough income to fully support myself comfortably. Just about anyone in any profession or business can copy this formula. I write articles for executive coaches and business consultants. They use different ve... How to Get the Hottest Sedu Hairstyles By : seoprofessional Many of the most famous celebrities in both television and movies are sporting Sedu Hairstyles. Celebrity Sedu hairstyles are one of the many latest fashion trends to come out of Hollywood. How to Get Permission to Quote Somone in Your Book By : Shawn Bremner This article addresses the need to get permission to quote other works in your book and what your options are. Great Literature: A Great Buy By : Hallidae Thomason - There are many things in life to spend money on. From cars and bikes to clothes and computers, there is never a lack of things you can buy. Most people forget to spend money on one thing of great and lasting value: good literature. Literature. You studied it in school. You had to read it and then write about it. You had to act out scenes of it or watch movies about it. Perhaps you have even seen movies based on great books. For some people, their relationship with good lit... The Joy Of Writing Obituaries By : Hallidae Thomason - Are you intrigued or surprised by the way I titled this article? It probably seems like writing obituaries would be filled with anything other than joy. I agree, or at least I would have agreed up until a few months ago when I had the privilege of helping two friends write the obituaries for their grandmothers. I used to think that writing obituaries would be a thing of dread, filled with nothing but morbid thoughts of how a loved one would no longer be around to share lif... What Is Your Point? By : Deanna Mascle - What is your point? What do you do if you don't know? Why does it matter? It is important for every writer to know their point because the writer is in charge of the reader's experience. If the writer doesn't know the point then the reader surely won't. That means at best, a writer without a point will soon be a writer without a reader. At worst, a writer without a point can end up with a confused and perhaps even angry reader. Making the point of your article or essay ... Buick Cars - After the Sale By : Aurel Radulescu There is plenty of information about buying new Buick cars and how to shop for the best deal, but what happens after the sale? What about warranty coverage and recalls? In this article, the focus turns to the post-sale questions and how to find the answers. Speech Making Basic Tips By : Simon Oldmann - It is no secret that public speaking is causing a lot of fear and stress, in fact public speaking ranks high in causing fear in many of us. The problem that most of us face is not speech making per se, it is actually any kind of frontal lecture or exchange of information that we need to deliver. College students are well aware of the devastating effects of the fear of public speaking, the need to present seminars or to protect a work from criticism makes public speaking “v... Have a Motorcycle Vacation By : DavePierce Are you an adventurer? Do you have the spirit of a wanderer? If so, then the hottest new trend in vacation travel, a motorcycle vacation, may be just the ticket for you. Whatever countryside you enjoy, and whatever bike you ride, a motorcycle vacation promises great fun and entertainment. Need An Idea For An E-Book? By : Vincent Murphy - You’ve probably heard about e-books—they’re everywhere on the Internet, and it seems like everyone is writing them. You’ve probably even thought about writing one yourself. But, what to write about? You need some e-book ideas. First, e-books are electronic books that are downloaded and saved onto your computer. Some e-books must be purchased, and some are even free. You can read them directly from your computer, or print them out to read at any time. The intriguing thing a... The World Of Collection Cars By : Aurel Radulescu Collection cars are highly sought and even have special trade shows dedicated to their very existence. In the world of collectors, you have mechanics who can rebuild old cars to look new, individuals who have protected the original beauty of the car without extensive restoration or collectors who completely build collection cars from the ground up. Shopping For Used Cars By : Aurel Radulescu When shopping for used cars, it is important to understand the value for the automobile that you are considering purchasing. One way to determine an accurate value is through Kelly Blue Book (kbb.com) and their extensive pricing system. By entering select data about both new and used cars, consumers will receive instant value estimates. Spa Vacations -- Which Ones Are Best By : DavePierce Are you looking for a vacation that will spoil you with body massages, facials, healthy meals, and wonderful beauty treatments? Spa vacations help you escape from the everyday pressures of life and relax in a beautiful and tranquil environment. Specific destination spa vacations are to educate men and women about their health while coordinating healthy lifestyles and physical fitness activities. The Best Ski Vacations By : DavePierce Looking for a great way to please the family? Consider a ski vacation. Everyone loves to ski, and there are many great locations to take the family to for a good time. Take a look at these locations. Planning a Three Day Vacation By : DavePierce Its wintertime and Christmas will soon be over, and then the winter blahs set in. You want to get away from it all, but will you have the Christmas bills to pay? You don’t have money for airfare and you don’t really have any more vacation time to take off from work. What’s your solution? Three Ways to Get Travel Discounts By : DavePierce Every year middle class American families put off traveling because they’re too busy or too tired or they just don’t have enough money. And, in some ways, they’re right. Traveling can be expensive. But by taking the time to learn about discounts readily available to everyone through the internet, newspapers, and even the yellow pages, more families can venture off on vacations that will recharge their batteries, stimulate their minds, and create memories to last a lifetime. Reasons to Say Yes to Time Shares By : DavePierce Timeshare resorts offer some of the nation’s best vacationing. If you’ve never checked out timeshares or are not familiar with them, here’s a basic primer. A timeshare is a resort where the property is owned by a group of people who wish to use the property for vacationing, and split the costs of ownership and maintenance, usually hiring a professional staff to maintain the property. Should You Use Travel Guides? By : DavePierce Is going solo in an unknown area the right way to go, or do you want a tour guide to show you the highlights? I think that you can combine the two ways in one trip and have the best of both worlds. Do Something Different - Travel by Train By : DavePierce Traveling by train is a different and unique way of seeing the countryside that almost seems a part of an era long past. Back in the early part of the century train travel was the most common way of seeing the country, but in our era of cars and airplanes not as many people ride the train as once did. If you are one of the lucky ones that does ride the train, you’ll appreciate the scenic beauty of the nation. Tips for Traveling with Children By : DavePierce Getting ready for a family vacation with a baby? Many things can make the trip a more enjoyable experience, depending on the age of the child. Of course, if the baby is still in diapers then having a good supply of diapers and baby wipes is a necessity. Bottled water for drinking and for rinsing out cups is a plus. Snacks, the healthy sugar free variety are also a necessity, and pillows and blankets to make the child comfortable during the long ride. Building A Rock Solid Query Letter By : Sophfronia Scott - Recently I reviewed a client's query letter. It was a hard working query letter, detailing the marketing prospects for the book, her own glowing credentials and the contacts she possessed that would help her publicize the book. But she left out one teeny weeny thing: she didn't say what her book was about! I used to think query letters were relatively easy, but now I realize that a query has to do so many things that it's easy to forget essential elements. Since the letter is... How To Build A Story From The Foundation Up By : Katie Smith - My husband and I just purchased our first home, and we are so excited about finally “putting down roots.” We came upon the house when it was still just a skeleton; and we watched as they slowly added the ceiling and walls, plumbing, electricity, flooring, windows, and doors. We had the opportunity to select the color of paint for the walls, the style of countertops, and the tile and carpeting for our floors. What a different look for our home when we added on to the foundatio... Three Ways to Get Cheap Airfare to Scotland By : Max Taylor Before you start planning your Scotland getaway, have you tried any of these three different ways to get cheap airfare? This article has been written to give you a way to plan the best vacation you’ve ever had to Scotland while paying the cheapest airfare possible.
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