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I'm a 20 year old freelance writer from Scotland. I love all things geeky and I'm recently returned from a trip to Japan.

I only recently got into writing but I'm finding that it's something I really enjoy and would like to continue. Although I have no formal

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Hobbies & Games > Video Game Trends & Genres Is Resident Evil 5 racist?: 1 of 15
Near the end of 2007, a trailer for a new Capcom video game was released. This trailer sent shockwaves around the world. But unfortunately the trailer for this already hotly anticipated game, Resident Evil 5, was not only noticed because it was the first true sequel in many years for a highly popular video game franchise, but... More..
Arts & Humanities > Literature (Other) Great books for single commuting women: 1 of 13
I've done my fair share of commuting. Whether it be long or short-haul, there's nothing like a good book to get you through those long hours. I'm not going to stick to a particular genre, as every woman will want a different thing. Instead I've tried to include a wide selection of genres to please all you ladies out there try... More..
Computers & Technology > Website Reviews Top 10 websites for TV and video: 1 of 7
In the new age of cheap cable television and increasingly fast internet speeds, There is just no escaping TV and video. But, to be frank, there probably aren't many people who would want to. People watching is an addiction that almost everyone suffers from. So, here is a rundown of the top 10 TV and video websites, whether it... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Asian Culture Displaying proper personal etiquette in Japan: 1 of 7
To the people of Japan, etiquette is of the utmost importance. In the western world, if you were to enter someone's home without removing your shoes the worst that would happen would be a slight scolding. However, in Japanese culture this would be akin to social suicide. The Japanese take etiquette both inside and outside of ... More..
Sports & Recreation > Sports & Recreation (Other) Best of 2008: Athlete: 4 of 26
2008 was undoubtedly a fantastic year for sport, but there was no greater show of athleticism and sportsmanship than that displayed during the Beijing Olympic Games. Known for centuries as the pinnacle of the sports calendar, this is one of the few sporting events that truly brings all countries together, regardless of race, ... More..
Hobbies & Games > Video Games (Other) Video game reviews: Fable 2: 2 of 11
With the release of the original Fable, Peter Molyneux made a lot of promises. He promised people a revolution in gaming, and he gave them a good but not great RPG that, if released by any other company would have been quite well received, but was criticised simply because it did not deliver what was expected of it. So when L... More..
Hobbies & Games > Video Game Tips & Tricks Video games that are inappropriate for children: 3 of 16
There is a common misconception amongst many in society that video games are created for children and young teenagers. This may have been the case in the 70s when coin-operated gaming was popular in greasy spoons and teen hangouts around the globe, but the industry has grown with its audience and this must be taken into accou... More..
Computers & Technology > Computers & Technology (Other) The importance of the community manager in computer game development: 1 of 5
In times gone by, there would be little or no need for a Community Manager within a games company. A game in development would be made with more or less no input from the general public. It would then be released, and the company would move on to the next project, with only the most casual of glances at reviews.This is no lon... More..
Hobbies & Games > Video Game Reviews Online video game reviews: World of Mixed Martial Arts: 1 of 5
When I first started up World of Mixed Martial Arts by Grey Hound media, I found it very encouraging. Mainly because one of the default characters, Mittens Blurcat, is so ridiculous and amusing. I thought that maybe, despite the words "management simulator" which have always given me a feeling of dread, this might actually be... More..
Arts & Humanities > American Literature Book reviews: The Black Dahlia, by James Ellroy: 1 of 4
This book has been described as one that, once read, will make you want to force everyone you know to read it. In fact this was how I was introduced to it, a friend of mine literally thrust it into my hands. I must admit that when I was first handed it I was apprehensive, being not overly fond of crime and "noir" novels, but ... More..