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I've been writing since before I could read, and have been a published novelist for ten years. While fiction is still my greatest love, I've recently branched out into non-fiction writing, and have discovered a wide range of markets where I'm flexing my muscles

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Home & Garden > Home Repair (Other) Home repair: Do it yourself!: 3 of 56
A Single Woman's Adventures in Home Ownership-Fixing a Leaky ToiletRecently divorced, I decided last year to jump into the world of home ownership. While I was lucky enough to find a home in my price range that didn't need much work, I discovered shortly after moving in that both toilets had steady internal leaks. Being stubb... More..
Health & Fitness > Cosmetic Dentistry Why braces are not just for kids anymore: 1 of 13
While braces are usually considered almost a rite of passage for the teen set, they're becoming more and more popular among adults. Technological advances and improved techniques have made braces work faster and more efficiently, enabling major changes in the alignment of your teeth over a much shorter period of time.Why woul... More..
Health & Fitness > Medical Concerns & Issues Overview: Restless legs syndrome (RLS): 1 of 12
Restless Legs Syndrome, or RLS, is a neurological syndrome that causes uncomfortable sensations in the legs, and sometimes the arms, especially while resting or attempting to sleep. Because it can severely impact the ability to sleep, it's also classified as a sleep disorder.About one in ten people suffers from RLS. It can oc... More..
Entertainment > TV Genres & Trends Best current television series: 9 of 103
There are a good number of high-quality shows on TV today. In fact, some folks have gone so far as to say we're in another Golden Age of Television, particularly as regards TV dramas (comedies, unfortunately, are in the doldrums right now).It's of course impossible to say what the absolute best shows are without watching ever... More..
Law & Legal Information > Lawyers & Legal Advice Legal information: Divorce mediation: 1 of 9
Most people tend to assume that divorce proceedings require lawyers, court, and a great deal of money. This isn't necessarily true. In most states, including California, divorcing couples may instead choose mediation over court litigation.Why Choose Mediation?There are several good reasons to choose mediation. Among these are... More..
Pets & Animals > Dogs (Other) How to make your pet dog a part of the family: 2 of 17

Dogs are by nature pack animals. While these tendencies are more pronounced in some breeds than others, all dogs need to know where they stand in the pack in order to be happy and settled.When you adopt a dog, you and your family become its pack. A dog left excluded from the "pack," without any opportunity to interact and pur... More..
Creative Writing > Memoirs Testimonies: Adventures in ferret ownership: 2 of 14
I acquired my first ferret shortly after I got married. We lived in an apartment, and very much wanted a pet, but a dog was out of the question at the time due to space considerations, and I'm allergic to cats. After a bit of research, we ended up in a pet store buying a ferret.Archimedes proved to be the first in a long line... More..
Pets & Animals > Ferrets Tips for ferret proofing your home: 1 of 6
Just when you think you've ferret proofed your house, you'll discover that you haven't. Ferrets are notorious for finding every nook and cranny in your house and disappearing into them. They'll get into places you never imagined they could get into, and just when you curtail the latest round of mischief, they'll find somethin... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Christmas How Christmas is celebrated in China: 1 of 6
Even though Christianity isn't a state-sanctioned religion in China, you can still find Christmas celebrations in China. Christmas isn't celebrated as extensively in China as it is in the US, but it's celebrated more extensively than you might think, and the holiday has grown in popularity over the last few years as more and ... More..
Local Guides > Denver An overview of Denver's neighborhoods: 1 of 5
The city of Denver is known for a variety of neighborhoods, historical, modern, and a mixture of both. Urban, suburban, and luxury neighborhoods all can be found in the Mile High City.Historical NeighborhoodsThe rich history of Denver's growth from mining town to modern metropolis has left its mark in many places. Some of the... More..