Hurtful Words
Do we know it and take it to mind? Do we ever bother to go deep and find out? The damage caused by our hurtful words?
Category : Reading & Book Reviews : Society & Culture & Entertainment
Rousseau - Genre and Writing
Jean-Jacques Rousseau (1712 - 1778), besides being a genius was a musician, vagabond, philosopher, prose stylist, novelist, educator, and acknowledged father of the French Revolution and Romanticism. Today he remains a colorful character --both derided and revered; yet unacknowledged as an original
The Legend of Zyrah Chapter 1
It was a sunny and peaceful spring day in the southern elf town of An-kavva. The town was situated in a valley, surrounded by grassy foothills and small patches of forest, with the Great Sea off in the distance and visible on days when it was not foggy. Not a single cloud was in the sky today. The s
Book Review - The Voice of the Muse by Mark David Gerson
Mark David Gerson, author of the award-winning visionary novel, The Moon Quest, shares his secrets as a creative writer in this phenomenal guide to overcoming writer's block and unleashing your creative potential. Gerson offers numerous helpful tips, processes and visualizations to get the righ
10 French Authors You Must Read
There are 10 must-read classic authors from France that you'll be most inspired to read. These are the authors you want to make sure you don't miss out on!
Dry Rain (A Short Story on Vietnam)
"Papa," the little ten-year old boy said, "what was war like after all the folks in America started hating the GI's for going to Vietnam during the 60s and 70s?" The father didn't answer right away. He sat at the kitchen table, moved his coffee cup so it wasn't in
Rare Comic Books - How Much Are You Willing to Spend?
There are still quite a few rare comic books on the market that anyone, with enough money can own. Most that are under $50 are from the 1960's and 1970's era.
Making Decisions Shouldn't Be a Lonely Process
Do you procrastinate until the last moment when you need to make a decision? There is a better way!
Advantage of Buying College Textbooks Online
A college textbook is a foundation of knowledge, which is used by college students. The new editions are printed once in a year and can be either purchased online or through a book store.
A Wounded Child's Courage
An authentic story of healing a wounded childhood. An inspiring example of faith, courage and hope!
Biography Book Review - Todd Beamer 911 Hero
When we all witnessed the events of 911 and the tragedy of that day, we saw the worst of humanity, which in-turn brought out the best in humanity, the best in us. We banded together in a common cause. Of course, on that day many people died, good solid Americans who were merely going about their day
Review of Rik Feeney's Gymnastics Journal & Meet Survival Guide and Gymnastics Journal
Gymnastics Journal & Meet Survival Guide and Gymnastics Journal are two books that are great for gymnasts.Rik Feeney really knows what gymnasts want.
Spenserian Sonnet, Double Rondelet Triolet - Love Poems
When you look at me, My painful thinking stops and turns into tears. Your unsaid words are still waiting, Uttered to be expressed, By cramming into palate.
A Critical Appreciation of Shakespeare's Sonnet 18
Sonnet 18 is the 18th sonnet of a long sequence of 154 sonnets composed by William Shakespeare. The poem was one of the first 126 sonnets addressed to a handsome young man. The identity of this lucky youth is still distrustful.
JONES Versus GENESIS: Chapter 9 - The Colour of Crystal
The focus of this chapter is on hallucinations, with Jones suggesting that the visions described in the Bible, such as that of the prophet Ezekiel (Ezekiel chapter 1), were chemically or drug-induced fantasies. Although evolution has no inkling of what the mind is or how it operates, and confuses it
Live Your Dreams Speaker to Conquer and Be Empowered For Dream Fulfillment
Live your dreams speaker reveals how to conquer circumstances and be empowered for dream fulfillment. Running down your dreams and boldly live them! Struggles, circumstances, torment, and troubles come but don't allow them to overwhelm and cause you to shun. The precious creativity and gifts bu
Book Review: Influencer
"Influencer" is the idea to change anything. It tells about moving people, inspiring them, and succeeding. It has two parts divided into ten topics. Part I shows the power to change anything and Part II gives the six sources of influence.
To Kill a Mockingbird Short Summary - Chapter 7
Read a short To Kill a Mockingbird chapter summary 7 with all short chapter summary access. To Kill a Mockingbird is a classic novel by Harper Lee.
Rip Van Winkle
I believe Washington Irving's purpose in writing Rip Van Winkle was to teach his readers a lesson as well as entertain.Irving is telling his readers through this story that if you live an idle life, never accomplishing anything, and are always satisfied with the bare minimum life will pass you
Paulo Coelho's Aleph: An Awakening on the Trans-Siberian Express
This autobiographical novel is something beyond two people finding themselves to be kings of their kingdoms again. It isn't just a journey that Paulo Coelho took through the Trans-Siberian Railways; it is a voyage through the silent distance that separates two souls while they don't know t