Whenever people say that they are bored, I always translate that as “I am without Internet access and/or a book”. I’m never bored. Here’s a sampling of the articles and blog posts I found interesting, inspiring, or thoughtful this week. This is some of the best advice on how to use Twitter sucessfully and to… Continue reading Souvenirs from my Internet Travels April 29-May 5
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Souvenirs from my Internet Travels: April 21-28
Here’s my collection of interesting posts from this week in my journeys around the web. ON WRITING Lauren Oliver posted a short, thoughtful piece on characters and how you have to be mean to them to sustain conflict. I’ve read Delirium, but not Before I Fall (I’m next on the hold list at the library,… Continue reading Souvenirs from my Internet Travels: April 21-28
Pinterest and Writing: 3 Ways I Use the Site
I was an early user of Pinterest. I loved the social aspect of it. It gives people a window into the interests of others in quite a different way than other social networking sites. It’s a very passive form of interaction, but I found it strengthened real life friendships by introducing me to the hobbies… Continue reading Pinterest and Writing: 3 Ways I Use the Site
The Slow Burn: April & Oliver by Tess Callahan
My sister has been studying abroad in Morocco this last semester. Though she’s never really dated a man before (her previous relationships have been with women), she’s fallen in love with a beautiful Arab man. Since they are living in a Muslim society, PDA is highly frowned upon. Male visitors are not allowed in her… Continue reading The Slow Burn: April & Oliver by Tess Callahan
The Blurb Factor: Why Synopses Are So Important
I’m a part-time YA librarian assistant. Helping teenagers find books is a big part of my job. I get so excited when kids actually want to read for fun because I know there are countless other media and activities demanding their time and attention. The pressure is really on for me to put the right… Continue reading The Blurb Factor: Why Synopses Are So Important
wrapped up in books 