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Hobbies & Games > Video Game Trends & Genres Remembering retro video games: 1 of 32
One of the coolest things I discovered during my freshman orientation week before the beginning of the proper school year was my campus' arcade. Granted, it wasn't big, but it was well-stocked. During the early weeks of the fall, "Pit Fighter" was one of my favorites. The most popular game, of course, was "Mortal Kombat II." ... More..
Creative Writing > Novel Excerpts Novel excerpts: Rape: 2 of 18
Liberty Quayle noted it all began in this room. The most important chapter in the book of her life would be written here. And one day, she would truly close that chapter here as well. Tonight, she would add ink to the page. Ink partially made with her own blood. Some of her blood inked the opening of the chapter. Blood would ... More..
Business > Advertising Advertising: Getting celebrity endorsements for your products: 1 of 8
In our celebrity-obsessed world, getting a celebrity to speak for a product or service is seen as an effective advertising method. Using celebrities to hawk products has been used since the early days of radio. I want to interject something to all business owners, before they search for a celebrity of their own. Sure, it's gr... More..
Education > Financing College Creative ways to reduce spending and increase savings at school: 4 of 29
It was 15 years ago this month I began my college career. I attended Western Kentucky University. To this day, I can barely tell you 10 facts I learned in the classroom. That doesn't matter. I learned my real lessons outside of the classroom. One of the most important lessons is: the ATM is not a magic machine that gives you ... More..
Home & Garden > Gardening (Other) Tips and tricks for the lazy gardener: 3 of 19
Gardening can be a rewarding experience. You get to be outside, you watch your efforts come to life, and you get to eat your work! And unless you're a really gung-ho gardener, with just the right amount of elbow grease and back pain at the right times, you can be a lazy, but successful gardener. First, do the groundwork. I m... More..
Creative Writing > Novel Excerpts Novel excerpts: Falling in love: 14 of 73
Another victory for the hockey team! And now the crowds were getting bigger and louder. The Mallard High School hockey team continued to climb. People were noticing them. Bradox looked around the crowd during the game. In truth, this game against Crumsly High School gave him plenty of time to look around. Only once did the ot... More..
Creative Writing > Novel Excerpts Novel excerpts: Need: 3 of 13
The cold drizzle turned into an icy downpour, drenching the slums and ruins of Louisville. Its denizens moved inside or huddled into alleys and shelters, around the drum barrel fires. Those depending on the fires tossed more trash and debris into them, fighting to keep them burning. Lights dimmed in the buildings, the night g... More..
Education > College Study Tips Tips on how to have fun and party, but still get good grades: 4 of 17
All work and no play make John a dull boy. It's as true in college as it is in the real world. You need some downtime, to decompress and refresh yourselves as the rigors of the day, the same as you would as if you spent the day at physical labor. Working with your brain is work, too. Unfortunately, too many college student... More..
Arts & Humanities > Writing for Success How to get the most out of a writing conference: 2 of 8
One of the most valuable tools every writer needs is another writer. Ability and talent in all fields need to be developed and coached if it is to excel. A writer must have feedback and get critical, honest opinions to help foster this goal. A writing conference, therefore, is a natural place to link up with other writers, an... More..
Local Guides > Louisville The best place to watch the annual Thunder Over Louisville fireworks display: 1 of 4
With a blast, a bang, and a boom, Thunder Over Louisville launches the annual Kentucky Derby Festival in Louisville, Kentucky. The largest fireworks display in North America, and one time, the world, truly thunders over the Ohio River, showering the spring evening in a dazzling array of colors and flashes. Little else can com... More..