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I am a writer with a degree in Professional Writing and Editing and am currently studying for my Master of Writing. My favorite hobbies include reading, writing, music and movies. I also love to travel, though there are still many places on my list that I

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Arts & Humanities > Writing Tips Breathing life into your fictional characters: 48 of 72
Look at the people around you family, friends, strangers. Watch interactions, and study how people interact. Now put all this to paper. Not quite as easy as it sounds, but definitely not impossible. While a good plot forms the foundation of any great story, it is the characters that drive it. And any good character requires ... More..
Arts & Humanities > English Language How to improve your spoken English: 4 of 6
As with anything, the only way to improve is to practice. Ideally, if English is not your native language, then practicing with someone who is a native English speaker is going to provide the best results. However, any practice is better than none, so if you are unable to find a native English speaker to practice with, pract... More..
Jobs & Careers > Job Search (Other) Tips for fighting the overqualified label: 2 of 3
A statement that often comes up during interviews is "we are worried that you will become bored with the position because of your [insert] qualifications and [insert] experience." So how do you overcome this? When you are applying for a new position, make sure that you tailor your resume to the job you are applying for. If s... More..
Relationships & Family > Successful Dating Dating tips for a successful relationship: 31 of 46
There are many things that can help towards building a strong and secure relationship, but the most important thing is - you! Are you comfortable with yourself, with your life, with your choices? Could you survive on your own? You may not want to, but could you? If you're not happy with yourself, then any relationship you ha... More..
Travel > Travel Services & Resources Online travel services: Are travel agents becoming obsolete?: 11 of 16
I think that the original role of travel agents is becoming obsolete, but this doesn't mean that the job itself has become redundant. Rather, the role has changed dramatically with the introduction of the internet. Face to face customer service is no longer the cornerstone of a travel agent's business. Instead, things have m... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Engagements & Proposals Best reasons to marry: 60 of 87
In my mind, there's really only one reason to get married - love. Within this needs to be commitment, understanding and trust, but the all encompassing reason would be love. Of course circumstances, cultural and religious beliefs and life in general can create situations where people believe they should get married. I person... More..
Style & Beauty > Face Care A guide to a clear complexion: 5 of 7
Many people wish that they had clear skin, not realizing that unless they have a serious skin condition, clear skin is in their reach if they're willing to put in a little effort. The following steps can help to give you that lovely glow that people will envy. 1. Drink plenty of water. Water helps to flush toxins from the bo... More..
Arts & Humanities > Poets & Poetry Can 'bad' poetry have value?: 48 of 67
Perhaps bad poetry has no value to a wider audience, but for someone to have written poetry - good or bad - means that they are expressing feelings or thoughts that they have. It's almost like asking whether young children should be allowed to paint - often no one but they can discern the meaning of the picture, but that doe... More..
Arts & Humanities > Writing Tips How to critique a short story in an online writing group: 13 of 18
Generally, most online critique groups have certain guidelines that need to be followed when critiquing another's work. They are usually a tool to prevent people using this type of forum as a platform to abuse people as opposed to critiquing the work. When you are reviewing someone else's writing, there are several important... More..
Entertainment > Celebrity Lifestyles & Trends Does fame equal destructive lifestyles: 9 of 12
Although many people are able to cope with fame, there are also many who are not able to handle the pressure or responsibility that comes with constantly being in the public eye. And it seems that the younger you are when you enter the show business world, the more likely you will be to succumb to the hard and fast lifestyle... More..