Presentations 101 - A Beginner Guide

How to prepare for your first presentation. Practical advise for organizing the presetentation so that you will be at ease and the audience will be enthralled.

What Are The Major Advances In Essay Writing Software

The essay writing software that is in the market has been seen as something that is little more than a glorified word process expect for the past few years. Some of the changes that have been seen, have been not just in the word processing, but also in the added functionality of the essay writing software.

Finding When and Where Suits You for Writing

Knowing when and where is the best time or place for you to do your writing can make the difference between good and bad writing, and high and low productivity. Get some basic tips on how to establish what's best for you.

Reaping Benefit from Your Writing Group

The old saying is true. You do reap what you sow. This goes for your writing group as well. You can reap some wonderful benefits from being a part of a writing group, but there are some things you should remember to get the most of your experience.

Arabic Translations

Arabic is ranked as sixth in the league table of languages of the world with an estimated 186 million people speaking the language. Thus, importance of Arabic can hardly be understated. It is used by the entire Muslim world, being the language of the holy book of Quran. This makes it pertinent to have more of Arabic translations, a fact well recognized by companies undertaking translation services.

Name Translations

Name translations are widely popular as interesting gifts and tattoos. People can avail of this facility online from the lists given on relevant websites. However online translations may not do justice to name translations conducted based on online lists. This is because it is done without real understanding of the essence of the name and sentiments attached to it. Human translators may be able to perform the task with skill and care, as they understand the essence of the word.

Autobiography: Installment No.4

Anyone who has actually read the first two volumes deserves a prize for having come this far. If it is any comfort, you persistent few have got through more than half of the conceptual space where identity and meaning meet around the three themes of my life, my society and my religion.

Things to Take into Consideration when Budgeting for a Voiceover

So you think your half hour script only takes a half hour to produce... How many times do voiceover talent (VO) hear this from prospective clients who assume a 30 minute finished audio file takes only 30 minutes of work to produce. Let's take a closer look at what goes into making a finished, polished 30 minute audio file that will serve the purpose you want it to.

Think First And Write Later

When you have a problem to solve, or an assignment to write an article or a sales letter. Don't write! Instead, put on your thinking cap and do nothing but think about the job you have to do. When you are finished thinking. Don't write anything! Instead, go back and think more, and more and more. To others you may look like you are asleep or wasting time. Actually by this dedicated thinking you will find you are working harder that a ditch digger. At the end of your thinking time you will write something very good. But, I must warn you to be prepared - because, at the end of your thinking and writing time you can expect to be both physically and mentally exhausted, worn out!

The Real Purpose of Sex in Literature

The varying purposes of pornography, erotica and characterization in literature.

How Publishers Decide to Publish a Book (or Not)

Have you ever wondered how publishers go about deciding whether to publish a manuscript? In this article you will learn the process publishers go through, and how to increase your chances your book proposal will sell.

Are You a High Stakes or Low-Balling Freelance Writer?

The debate around rate, specifically, what's too low and what's acceptable is an ongoing one. I even wrote an article on it entitled, Should Freelance Writers Have a Minimum Wage? I don't necessarily think it's about a rate, as much as it's about lifestyle. What do I mean?

188 Stage Hero's Journey (Monomyth): Unwilling Allies to the Sword

Unwilling Allies to the Sword Allies are Unwilling. Many allies refuse to journey with the Hero. Often the Romantic Challenge is an obstacle. In Carlito's Way (1993), Gail distances herself from Carlito when he agrees to help break Tony T out of prison.

188 Stage Hero's Journey (Monomyth): Romantic Challenge Development

The Romantic Challenge is developed or further made explicit (post Trial 3 and the conquest of the Outer Challenge). The Hero has come a long way but he (as well as the audience) are reminded that this has yet to be conquered: In An Officer and a Gentleman (1982), Zach resists Paula when she says she's going after what she wants (him). In Dances with Wolves (1990), Stands with a Fist is increasingly attracted to John.