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The Writing's On The Wall

And even “The Wall” aka Rahul Dravid can probably read that it says that he needs to hang up his boots, while the question is “why?” and not after it becomes “why not?” After Dravid’s latest failure versus a depleted Australian attack, the chorus of “why not?” is getting louder and louder.

Writing On The Walls Of The Nation?s Library

NPR - ?The Library of Congress may hold the nation?s collection of books, but those aren?t the only words in the building worth a visit.?

Writing Subheads for Print Ads and Websites

If you know how to write subheads for any advertising medium, you'll be able to create compelling copy that grabs your reader's attention. Writing subheads for print ads and websites...

Seamus Heaney talks to his fellow Irish poet Dennis O'Driscoll

Seamus Heaney talks about his early writing life, the Troubles and his public persona

The Kinks start work on comeback

The Kinks have begun writing new songs for a possible reunion, singer Ray Davies says.

J.K. Rowling talks spoilers in new interview

In preparation for writing her novel, "Harry, a History", Melissa Anelli conducted extensive interviews with J.K. Rowling, and has posted an excerpt of one, in which they talk about the many spoilers that surrounded the release of "Harry Potter" novels.

Great office in historical bldg, sublet pt, therapy, writing. . .?? (berkeley) $125 172sqft

Hello, This atttractive and roomy office is on a quiet third floor with other professionals in an historical building in downtown Berkeley - near University and MLK. Nice waiting area, kitchenette, bathroom included. Designated parking spot nearby optional for extra charge. The room is sunny with skylights, a window, and charming slanted ceiling. Furnishings include couch and loveseat, other chairs, bookcases, desk. Seating possible for up to 8. Nicely decorated wih plants and art. Available sublets: Weekdays: $125/month (availability negotiable) Fridays: $100 Saturdays OR Sundays: $85/month, $160 for both Hourly rate: $15 Available now. Call Marlene 510-292-0509

Call for Authors: The Published Librarian: Successful Professional and Personal Writing

Seeking Submissions from Practicing Librarians (U.S. and Canada) for ALA Editions The Published Librarian: Successful Professional and Personal Writing (American Library Association)Foreword: Bob Blanchard, Adult Services Librarian, Des Plaines Public Library. Contributor to Illinois Librarians; Thinking Outside the Book: Essays for Innovative Librarians (McFarland, 2008)Introductory Note: Wayne Jones, Head of Central Technical Services, Queen?s University, Kingston, Ontario, Canada. Ed., Ontario Library Association, Access; Ed., E-Journals Access and Management (Routledge, 2008)Afterword: Dr. Ann Riedling, LIS Faculty, Mansfield University. Learning to Learn: A Guide to Becoming Information Literate in the 21st Century (Neal-Schuman, 2006)Practical, concise, how-to articles. No previously published, simultaneously submitted, co-authored material. Two articles sharing your publishing experiences: 1900-2100 words total; for example, one article could be 1000 words, another 900-1100 words on another topic. Librarians with ethnic backgrounds serving diverse cultures are encouraged.Editor Carol Smallwood, M.L.S., has written, co-authored, edited 19 books such as Educators as Writers for Scarecrow, Libraries Unlimited, Peter Lang, and others. Her work has appeared in English Journal, Clackamas Literary Review, The Detroit News, Poesia, and several others including anthologies. Pudding House Publications published her chapbook, 2008; Words and Images of Belonging co-edited with Aurorean editor is with an agent; a recent book ishttp://www.mcfarlandpub.com/book-2.php?id=978-0-7864-3575-3.Possible topics: marketing, online publishing, where to send reviews, research skills for historical novels, using editing a library newsletter to edit books, diversity in publication, ideas from students for YA books, using tools like BIP to locate publishers for your books, storytellers turned picture book authors, blogs and author web sites, interviewing, writing groups, networking, using a technology edge, promoting your books at conferences. Using issues librarians face such as censorship in poetry, essays, memoir, short stories, columns.Deadline July 30, 2008Please send more than 2 topics with annotations for feedback; a sample article may be requested. Compensation: a complimentary copy, discount on additional copies. Please submit topics for consideration with a 65-70 word bio. Place LIBRARIANS/your name on the subject line to: smallwood at tm.netSample bio:Suzanne Doe, a subject bibliographer at Central Michigan University, obtained her M.L.I.S. from the University of North Texas. She has been published in American Libraries, Beloit Poetry Journal, Library Trends. Her recent books include: The Mystery Woman (Random House, 2006); Adagio Sunset Candle (Poetry Press, 2008); Midwest Library Organizations (McFarland, forthcoming). She received the Kitty Maize Fiction Award, 2008. An avid skier, Suzanne organizes writing workshops for Pine Arts Council.

JSFTemplating and Woodstock: Component Authoring Made Easy

Frustrated with the complexities of writing a JavaServer Faces component? With the help of the JSFTemplating and Woodstock projects, you can write a component with only two files.