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I'm twenty two and live in the UK. Manchester to be exact. I enjoy watching films, reading and playing the odd game. But above all, I enjoy writing. It's one of the few

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Religion & Spirituality > Ghosts & Paranormal Phenomena What is the origin of fantasy creatures?: 1 of 7
The origin is pretty simple to explain. They come from our imaginations for the most part. The other fantasy creatures most likely became a figment of folklore when a person had seen a strange animal, which they didn't recognise. Of course, people could also misinterpret what they saw.Before explanations are offered, I will m... More..
Arts & Humanities > Writing Tips Advice for new writers: 13 of 88
The prospect of starting to write and honing your craft can definitely be daunting, as many authors have had to spend a lot time working at becoming writers before being published. This includes writers like Stephen King. So, perhaps one of the hardest things for a new writer to accept is the fact that it's going to take a lo... More..
Entertainment > Movie Reviews Movie reviews: 300: 14 of 94
Leonidas: We are Sparta!And it is with those words that Sparta is plunged into conflict after a Persian emissary is thrown to his death for threatening Leonidas' people.While not historically accurate, the film is an artistic triumph and the action sequences are well done and blends fantasy together with history, successfully... More..
Entertainment > Television (Other) The best tv shows on dvd: 3 of 20
Below are some of the best shows available to buy and are well worth watching.Monk:This is a crime show with a unique twist. It doesn't pride itself on being serious, has good acting and has a plot arc running throughout the seasons, though it doesn't crop up that often. Also, it must be stated that the show is suitable for e... More..
Arts & Humanities > Writing & Rating at Helium How to write articles of sustaining value at Helium: 4 of 26
What are the keys to writing articles of sustaining value? There are several. The main trick though is to work out what people will want to read many years after an article is first written, due to the information it contains. Also, it's a good idea to make sure that an article is on something that's very popular, so that the... More..
Entertainment > Movie Characters & Performances Who is your favorite character in the Lord of the Rings trilogy and why?: 4 of 25
The Lord of the Rings trilogy is one of the few fantasy books to make a successful transition to the big screen. And what a great transition it has been. The films are all great, though I found The Two Towers to not be as good as the other two. Peter Jackson really did Tolkien's vision and story justice and the great cast he'... More..
Hobbies & Games > Video Game Tips & Tricks Finding the right RPG for you: 6 of 37
If you're wondering what type of RPG might be correct for you, it's not that easy to answer. There is a lot of choice out there and differing types of games within the genre. Essentially, there are quite a few sub-genres. The best way to find the answer is to examine what the different sub-genres have to offer and decide for ... More..
Hobbies & Games > Video Game Tips & Tricks Best games to download: 3 of 18
One of the best things about the internet is that there's a wide range of games to download and quite a few of them are quality titles. Lately, there's been a definite surge in game releases as the trend to release free to play games online is catching on. Instead of making money via subscription models, the companies are sta... More..
Health & Fitness > Nutrition Basics The effects of eating late at night: 2 of 12
It is generally advised to avoid eating late at night and with good reason. One of the primary reasons for people putting on weight is their inability to prevent themselves from eating before they go to bed. It should be stated that the odd snack is fine, though.The problems associated with eating late tend to stem from the f... More..
Hobbies & Games > Video Game Reviews Video game reviews: Dead Rising (X360): 1 of 6
Dead Rising is the first game that showed us what the Xbox 360 can truly do, especially with the swarm technology it employs. The game is a zombie romp (hence the use of swarm technology) through a mall and deserves the 18 rating, so it's not suitable for children. However, the violence is more comical than anything else is. ... More..