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About me - Emma Riley Sutton

My friends call me "The Queen of Useless Information;" if you need any information about something that doesn't matter, ask me. I absorb strange facts and trivia. I am not sure how or why I acquired this unusual skill, but I am proud of it.

I earned two B.A.s,

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Arts & Humanities > Writing Tips Breathing life into your fictional characters: 1 of 72
The key to creating great characters is to know your character. When you know the characters you create, the more real they are to your readers. The best ways to get to know your characters are writing detailed character sketches. These sketches should include background information, journaling as your characters, and a compl... More..
Arts & Humanities > Horror, Mystery & Suspense Favorite fictional female crime solvers: 1 of 4
Fictional female crime solvers come and go, just as the authors who create them. One, in particular, has stood the test of time. She has been around for almost a century, making her debut in 1930. She was created by Mildred A. Wirt, writing under the pseudonym Carolyn Keene. The fictional female crime solver is Nancy Drew.So ... More..
Arts & Humanities > Writing Resources Finding freelance writing opportunities for students: 2 of 7
While in college, I found an excellent way to do freelance work. I was a hooker. At first, I was doing it for free, but I needed the money and being a hooker was easy. I made money hand over fist for just a few minutes work. I wasn't a "traditional hooker" when I was a college student, though. That is the unusual part. I wrot... More..
Arts & Humanities > US History (Other) Little known Oklahoma state facts: 1 of 3
Contrary to the misconception that Oklahoma is nothing but cowboys, Indians and oil, Oklahoma is full of interesting and fun facts. Whether you are interested in history or trivia, Oklahoma is rich in both. Sit back and enjoy learning all the secrets that Oklahoma has to offer. Ingalls is home to a shoot-out more deadly than ... More..
Arts & Humanities > Museum Reviews Museum reviews: Pawnee Bill Ranch and Museum, Pawnee, Oklahoma: 1 of 1
The Pawnee Bill Ranch and Museum isn't the biggest museum in Oklahoma and it would be a stretch to say it is the absolute museum in the Sooner State. However, it is a must-see for anyone who loves history and enjoys visiting museums that are loved by those who work there. It is certainly a jewel among the many museums in Gree... More..
Arts & Humanities > Helium Dos & Don'ts Helium don'ts: How not to write for Helium.com: 19 of 33
The talents and abilities of Helium writers are as varied as the topics we have to choose from. Because each individual is at their own writing level, it is sometimes difficult to give advice on how not to write for Helium. There are common errors that should be avoided. These errors are likely caused by laziness on the part ... More..
Arts & Humanities > 19th Century US History A history of slavery in America: 3 of 5
Most of us have read the history books and have a general understand of slavery in America. Rather than quote or regurgitate what can be read in those books, I will tell the story of a woman who live in South Carolina during the time of slavery. I doubt anyone outside of my family has ever heard of her until now. Her story ca... More..
Arts & Humanities > Languages (Other) Ten words that don't exist, but should: 3 of 4
As a writer, I see the American form of the English language as having few limitations. I also see it as a powerful, though sometimes misused, tool. Unfortunately, I see it's flaws. There are many words that should be exist, but don't. Once these words are introduced to American English, life would be much better. Well, maybe... More..
Arts & Humanities > Writing & Rating at Helium Criteria for rating articles on Helium: 28 of 30
The criteria used for rating article on Helium are as varied as the writers and the topics we have to choose for. I have a very specific idea of what I am looking for in an article I feel deserves low marks. Most of the errors I flag and give a low rating to are caused by laziness on the part of the writer. I can only guess t... More..
Arts & Humanities > US History (Other) An overview of famous people from Oklahoma: 2 of 2
Oklahoma has many famous folks that were born within its borders. Oklahomans aren't just country singer and football players. They aren't only the big wigs of giant oil companies. In fact, you will probably be amazed at the people who were born in Oklahoma and went on to do amazing things. Oklahoma is home to more astronauts ... More..