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Well, what to tell about little old me? I've been a writer my entire life though I never thought of it as my career until recently. I wrote my first suite of poems by age 7, my first script by 12 and I've been writing short stories my entire life.

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Arts & Humanities > Literary Themes & Ideas The book is usually better than the movie: 1 of 60
What is better the written word, or the visual depiction of the written word? When it comes down to the book vs. film adaptation it really is a fine line between which medium is most suitable for audiences. It all comes down to personal choice, and of course the quality of both materials. So what are the arguments for a book ... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Special Occasion Gifts Great birthday gifts for your girlfriend: 1 of 18
Firstly what men should know is that women love to be spoilt. We will never say it out loud but we really love to be doted on our birthdays. When it comes to buying your girlfriend a present the most important thing to do is listen. Why? Because she already knows that as a male you're never going to be able to figure out wha... More..
Style & Beauty > Style & Beauty (Other) Is real beauty on the outside or the inside?: 2 of 30
I am not superficial I am a realist. When we consider this debate we have to be honest. The beauty industry is huge with the US cosmetic industry rapidly growing at 3.7% per annum to reach $300 billion by the end of 2010 with Goldman Sachs (2005) valuing skincare at a value of $24 billion, make up at $18 billion, hair care at... More..
Relationships & Family > First Dates Sex on the first date?: 8 of 88
We've all been there before, you've met someone you're drawn to physically, you've liaised and exchanged numbers; they have features and characteristics that you admire in a partner and you've arranged to go to a movie and dinner. You spend the entire day fantasying about that person, exchanging flirtatious text messages and... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Engagements & Proposals How to tell if you're ready to spend the rest of your life with someone: 2 of 19
How do you know if the person you're with is "the one?" In a modern society when 50% of marriages end in divorce how can you be sure that this individual is the person you'll be with until you die? The answer is you don't know; all you have is the present. But there usually are some poignant characteristics for determining wh... More..
Travel > Vacations The best sites to look online for vacation deals: 1 of 4
When it comes to taking a holiday, everybody wants something different and if you're like me, you love a bargain to boot. So to provide the most accurate suggestions on this topic the best approach is to break down on-line providers for vacation deals into the different types of travellers and what they're most likely going ... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Religion & Spirituality (Other) Can God and Darwinism coexist?: 32 of 113
As a scientist, it may be expected that I would be on the opposing side of this debate; however the affirmative is the realistic argument simply because it already occurs and is all around us. The core question whether God and Darwinism can co-exist is "yes" because both have their rightful place in society, providing answer... More..
Style & Beauty > Shoes The hottest women's boots for winter 2010: 2 of 6
If you're a shoe-woman, you know all about boots. They are the most critical fashion apparel for winter - sexy, comfortable, weather proof and warm. Winter boots are a wardrobe staple and the 2010 season has provided a pair to make even the most currency conscious of us drool. No matter your lifestyle there is a boot for all ... More..
Education > College Life Inexpensive date ideas for college students: 6 of 13
You're sitting in lecture theatre and sigh. Three rows down a face has turned, looked up directly at you and given you that smile that makes you're insides turn to honey. You return the gesture. You like each other, have swapped digits and you're going on a date. Ah, amore. Oh, but wait; that's right; you're a student; a real... More..
Sciences > Social Science (Other) Introduction to the three basic analytical thinking tools: 1 of 2
Scientific theory is based on the fundamental concept that as our knowledge of planet Earth increases, so must our theory. It is the developed human brain's ability to observe, question analyze and interpret how everything works that has allowed the human race to evolve away from our closet ancestors into our own unique phyla... More..