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Although I have worked in the business world for the past 11 years, it is writing that has always fueled my passion. However, I do lend credit to my business experience helping to refine my writing skills.

Last year I completed my first novel. As anyone who

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Politics, News & Issues > Economic News The housing bubble and credit crisis not caused by "the poor": 1 of 57
The collapse of the housing market and high rate of foreclosures could be mistakenly attributed at face value from low income, or poor people, buying homes they could not afford. However, the reality is that individuals in the middle class and even upper middle class income brackets were the ones who fueled the housing market... More..
Personal Finance > Credit Cards Knowing which credit card you should pay off first: 1 of 14
Everyone will give the same answer when asked which credit card to pay off first: the one with the highest APR percentage. But if you are really serious in becoming debt free, additional planning is necessary to make that goal a reality. Paying off the credit card with the highest APR is not the only component you need to rev... More..
Hobbies & Games > Video Game Consoles & Accessories Console reviews: The Nintendo Wii: 9 of 58
The Nintendo Wii was herald as the most exciting game console system when it was released back in 2006, thanks to its innovative motion waving remote game controller. Suddenly, there was a new way of interacting with video games that wasn't limited to pushing buttons. Nintendo had a bone-fide hit on its hands and since its in... More..
Autos > Autos (Other) Are you surprised that GM is no longer number one: 1 of 6
I don't think it comes to a surprise from anyone that General Motors (GM) is no longer number one. The public has watched over the preceding decades as General Motors' market share slowly eroded. The precarious position the company now finds itself in is a result of mis-management, poor product planning and marketing, and sim... More..
Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: Moonlit walk: 8 of 47
It was turning out to be a magical evening for Laura. David, whom she was on her fifth date, had taken her to one of the most upscale restaurants in the city. No man had ever wine and dined her the way he did. His gentle yet commanding voice captured Laura's attention at every turn. He spoke sweet nothings to her as they ate ... More..
Hobbies & Games > Video Games (Other) The best Pokemon video game character: 2 of 11
Yes, I admit it! I love Pokmon. I became hooked back when they first came out in 1996 during my last two years in college; Pokmon Red and Blue became two more tools of procrastination in my academic career. As I worked to build my career over the next decade I never forgot to snatch up the newest Pokmon game that came out. Cu... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Government & Policies Is cutting spending the best way for states to solve budget deficits?: 2 of 10
Most states are now grappling with deficits in their budgets and are debating how to close the gap. Common notions have been that states must either slash their spending or raise taxes to prop up falling revenue. But look at California: the state has one of the highest taxes in the country yet is facing an unprecedented budge... More..
Politics, News & Issues > US News Virginia Tech shooting: Should America ban firearms?: 13 of 53
The Virginia Tech shooting, like all tragedies before it, temporarily reignited the debate on gun control in America. Although the shooting, like those before, was a senseless tragedy, it cannot be used as an excuse to ban firearms in this country. A gun in and of itself is harmless, it is the individual using it who holds th... More..
Creative Writing > Humor Humor: Telemarketers: 10 of 40
No one likes telemarketers. People get upset having to spend minutes of their precious lives listening to a pitch about some great, amazing, break-through product no one can live without. But what many consider an annoyance can easily be turned into fun for all, of course at the expense of the telemarketers. Here are some thi... More..
Creative Writing > Novel Excerpts Novel excerpts: Science fiction: 42 of 165
April 20, 2074"We'reclear of Saturn's gravitational horizon," crackled Mary's voice over the ship'santiquated speakers. The Captain was finishing drying his rugged face, freshly cleaned from a thorough wash, when he heard her. Some cold, orange hydraulic fluid had dripped on him while he was working in the engine bay and he s... More..