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Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: Science fiction: 7 of 291
Portrait of a Life Unraveling Marcus blinked rapidly several times. The rain was falling steadily, beads of water running down his forehead and into his eyes. The flashing lights blinded him, making concentrating difficult."Alright son, get down from there." A magnified voice ordered, painfully loud. Marcus could just make ou... More..
Entertainment > Movie Genres Best chick flicks for guys: 1 of 23
A MAN'S GUIDE TO CHICK FLICKSChick flicks have been called cliched, stupid, trite, unbearable, enhanced interrogation techniques, melodramatic, and childish. However, it was mostly male critics who came up with such labels. This year, it's time to face the facts: chick-flicks are here to stay, and there's no avoiding them. If... More..
Arts & Humanities > Languages (Other) Simple ways to improve your vocabulary: 3 of 38
SIMPLE WAYS TO IMPROVE YOUR VOCABULARYLanguage, and the way we use it, is an intrinsic part of how other people view us. Language is the tool we use most often, and the when that best helps us comprehend the world around us. Thus, having a wide and varied vocabulary will not only improve your ability to communicate with other... More..
Computers & Technology > Online Shopping & Trade How to avoid being ripped off on eBay: 2 of 24
HOW TO AVOID BEING RIPPED OFF ON EBAYeBay is the perfect tool for those who are looking for a bargain or for a rare item. Millions of people have bought items through eBay. Although the majority of people were satisfied with their purchase, many have been victims of scams or swindles. Read these tips in order to make the most... More..
Entertainment > Music Genres, Trends & Scenes Essential albums of the 1980s: 3 of 31
ESSENTIAL ALBUMS OF THE 1980sA lot of people view the 1980s as a musical wasteland. Especially nowadays, the 80s brings forth images of hair metal bands, Madonna, synths, and terrible ballads. However, there are a lot of overlooked albums from that decade, including many that any music fan should own. The 80s weren't as music... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Buddhism The eight auspicious symbols of Buddhism: 1 of 7
Ashtamangala, Sanskrit for Eight Auspicious, are symbols that point to qualities of mind. They are also referred as bkra-shis-rtags brgyad. The symbols are supposed to bring good fortune when they are come across. The eight symbols are usually displayed in a certain order by Buddhists. The order is:1. The Endless Knot: Repres... More..
Hobbies & Games > Video Game Reviews Video game reviews: Halo: 4 of 25
Halo. The game that raised the bar for all console shooters. The game that brought PC quality First-Person Shooting to the masses. So much has been said about the game that it is hard to distinguish fact from hype. Certainly, the game was a breakthrough. It is probably the best console First-Person Shooter of last generation.... More..
Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: Horror: 45 of 233
The Milkman Mark kneeled in front of the bed. The room was dark, but he could tell that his son was awake. "Son?" Mark said, gently placing his hand on the child's forehead. It was white hot. The child grumbled and turned to face Mark. "Hmmph?" The child rubbed his eyes. He really did look sick. Mark hoped his son could not m... More..
Hobbies & Games > Video Game Reviews Video game reviews: Sonic and the Secret Rings (WII): 3 of 14
Imagine watching your favorite movie. You are having a lot of fun, eating popcorn, and laughing along with the movie. But the chair you are sitting on is incredibly uncomfortable. The popcorn is too salty, and you don't have anything to drink. The screen is too bright and it hurts your eyes. The movie is still enjoyable, but ... More..
Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: Life lessons: 79 of 360
"Richard Gryfuss was a small man. Physically he was a small, bookish man, yes, but there was more. He didn't have a lively personality. He didn't have many friends. In fact, he didn't have any friends at all. His childhood had been a mass of mistakes and wrong turns. His parents died in a car crash when he was a baby. He was ... More..