Tag: writing
group name: rateme
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May 02, 2007 05:03 PM EDT --
I was cleaning out my computer and came across a styleguide a wrote for my newsroom a few years back. Most of it was broadcast-specific (honk if you love VO/SOTS!), but these little grammar pieces are . . . more
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May 29, 2007 11:04 PM EDT --
I want you all to know about a pet project I started tonight: Wikinovel. If you're familiar with Wikipedia (who isn't?) then you already know what it's about. I want to write a novel--collaboratively. . . . more
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June 19, 2008 08:55 PM EDT --
New Eyes for the Needy purchases prescription eyeglasses for indigent
Americans through a well-established voucher program. Eligible
clients can receive a voucher through a social service agency . . . more
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August 03, 2007 07:57 PM EDT --
I write for Associated Content and a few other sites as well. I'm usually pretty good at coming up with ideas for topics to write about, but today I'm stumped. I need some topic suggestions that . . . more
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July 24, 2007 12:32 PM EDT --
(help)
So, I've realized through Wikinovel that the only time I've ever been to a real Carnival is, well, never. I've seen them on tv. So here's a list of characters that we've . . . more
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April 13, 2007 12:40 PM EDT --
"Your mom's not here," Kyle said to Amy, a five-year-old standing in front of him with a can of soda. She was perturbed.
"But-"
"No," Kyle snapped. . . . more
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April 20, 2007 09:32 AM EDT --
"Something's wrong," Ben said. "Did you hear that?"
"Maybe it's a blackout..." Jennifer said.
"The neighbor's lights are still on."
"Well, . . . more
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January 12, 2008 11:12 AM EST --
If you are new to freebies, there are a number of tips that will make your life much easier while applying for them. These are our recommended tips:
1. Create A Freebie Mailbox: You want to be sure . . . more
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June 03, 2007 01:40 PM EDT --
Wikiworld, Wikinovel's sister project, is up and running, too. If the idea on collaborating on a full-length novel is a bit daunting, then Wikiworld is probably the place for you.
Wikiworld is a collection . . . more
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June 26, 2007 01:34 PM EDT --
After little more than just one month, Wikinovel is off to a fantastic start! We've been mentioned on Metafilter and have had a total of 5,906 page views. Contributors like you have made 423 page edits . . . more
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May 25, 2007 08:02 PM EDT --
With the warmer weather coming on, I've begun to notice something at home; especially after the sun goes down. Ghosts don't like the cold as much. When . . . more
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May 04, 2007 08:07 PM EDT --
Mom I honor you with my memory
Of times so long ago
When we used to walk hand in hand
Oh Mom I loved you so
You were my hero Mom
Beautiful and strong
You took care of me and my brothers
. . . more
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August 12, 2007 11:23 AM EDT --
I have a friend who supports this so I am including a bit of information as I didnt know much about it. So with this in mind would you support a "Fair Tax" in the USA.
ABOUT THE . . . more
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May 03, 2007 09:46 PM EDT --
As we watch the political season heat up earlier each election cycle, we are treated to the video and audio clips of the candidates making speeches in a variety of locations, before a variety of audiences. . . . more
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May 09, 2007 10:05 PM EDT --
During the next 18 months the presidential candidates will attempt to convince the voting public what they believe on varying issues and topics. I thought that it would be interesting to see what . . . more
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June 21, 2007 10:35 PM EDT --
The President and Congress refuse to listen to the American people and let the latest version of the immigration reform bill die. The proponents of the bill speak about the need to do this now . . . more
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May 25, 2007 06:49 AM EDT --
As the Senate continues to debate the Comprehensive Immigration Reform bill, the American people are rapidly becoming aware of the details of the bill. As has been the case over the past several . . . more
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May 31, 2007 09:38 PM EDT --
On Wednesday the Gather homepage posted a poll that asked if you would be willing to pay more in taxes for Universal Health Care. Out of the almost 200 respondents, a shocking 57% answered yes. . . . more
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June 14, 2007 10:38 PM EDT --
This week marks the 20th anniversary of President Ronald Reagan’s speechbefore the Berlin Wall. Reagan’s remarks were immediately condemned by the left wing political pundits, the . . . more
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June 28, 2007 10:59 PM EDT --
The United States Senate failed pass a cloture motion that would have ended the debate over the controversial immigration reform package. The final vote was 46 in favor of cloture and 53 opposed. . . . more
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