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People write for different reasons. I write because if I didn't, I think I might burst with stored up passion for life events past and those up ahead and around the corner. We're living in a most

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Arts & Humanities > Internet Writing & Blogging Motivations for being an unpaid online writer: 1 of 26
Writing is a passion for people who are passionate about life and expression. Multiple rewards exist for both those who get paid to write and those who do not. Writing is not always about money, but for talented writers, the money will come along with the craft. The best way to create a brand that is you, is to put your writ... More..
Arts & Humanities > Writing & Rating at Helium How have you benefited from a Helium writing contest?: 2 of 30
The benefits in writing for competition are both tangible and intangible. The Helium writing contests provide an incentive to earn cash and a way to develop a growing portfolio. For me, it's a win-win situation. Contest titles are like writing prompts that get the creative juices flowing. Unless you have severe writer's bloc... More..
Arts & Humanities > Children's Literature Biography: A. A. Milne: 2 of 14
Alan Alexander Milne, known by the pen name A. A. Milne, the creator of the beloved "Winnie-The-Pooh" character was raised in London. He was born in 1882, and was the third and youngest son of John V. Milne and Sarah Marie Milne. The Early Years: His early childhood appears to have been happy. He and his brother Ken, with wh... More..
Arts & Humanities > Internet Writing & Blogging Can citizen journalism lead to a career as a professional journalist?: 1 of 5
Citizen journalism by definition is the act of the average citizen taking an active role in reporting and disseminating the news. In this process, the citizen journalist collects, analyzes, and presents credible news content that has relevance to the public. Writing letters to an editor is a simple act of citizen journalism,... More..
Arts & Humanities > Who & What is Helium Write a 60-second radio spot for Helium: 9 of 42
Helium Radio script: Grandpa: Hello young fellar, how about a game of checkers with your ol granddad? Jimmy: I'm sorry gramps, I'm writing for a contest on Helium right now. Grandpa: Writing a story at your age? How old are you now Jimmy? Jimmy: I'm 15 years old grandpa and I have been writing on Helium for six months. Grand... More..
Arts & Humanities > Ancient History Ancient summer solstice celebrations: 2 of 8
In ancient time, summer solstice was an important part of almost every civilization. The celebrants had a method to identify summer solstice and held their celebrations to commemorate a significant event or ideology of that time of year. Summer solstice is midway between planting crops and harvest and may have been a good ti... More..
Arts & Humanities > Philosophical Concepts What is true love?: 21 of 76
I love you. How many times have we heard those words? If we're blessed, we've heard them thousands of times from family, friends and in context with the special love we call romantic love. Words of love without corresponding action are empty words. True love, in whatever type of love you're considering has a foundation that'... More..
Arts & Humanities > Schools of Thought The importance of religion in our lives: 9 of 30
The importance of religion in our lives is dependent upon how we perceive the word 'religion'. Religion is a word that divides people as much as it brings them together. Some would like to see religion abandoned forever, while others draw strength from a divine love that doesn't show up under a microscope. The word religion ... More..
Arts & Humanities > Internet Writing & Blogging Assessing the importance and value of the community when writing on Associated Content: 1 of 3
Associated Content is an impressive organization founded in 2004 by Luke Beatty. AC has a wide array of resources available in the community, and they offer a good range of support to their content producers in the form of tutorials, how to articles, and community discussions. The website has enjoyed tremendous growth in the... More..
Arts & Humanities > Asian History Chinese history: The First Imperial Period: 1 of 3
Emperor Qin Shihuang began his rule in 221 BCE. His dynasty was short lived, spanning only fifteen years, from 221 to 206. He was the first ruler to call himself emperor over a united China. Qin believed he had a "mandate from heaven" to rule, a divine right, and that all people and land belonged to him. In this short period... More..