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Is money the only difference between journalists and bloggers? BY Bhaskar Dasgupta Bloggers versus journalists? There is this issue which I keep on stumbling over and which seems to be agitating so many people who are in the publishing business. There seem to be two camps, the first camp is the journalist camp and the second seems to be the bloggers camp. And boyo, do these two camps fight or do they? Does Caffeine Kill Christmas Cheer? BY Tara Meacham An overview of cafe life and culture during the 'merry' holiday season, during which many people appear rushed, thoughtless, and rude. DO YOU KNOW THIS? BY Israel Jayakaran Do you know, till some 80-90 years back, people used a quill pen for writing? The quill was taken from the back of a porcupine. I wonder how they managed to pluck it away from this animal.; probably after killing the poor thing. The... Letting Go of Writer’s Guilt BY Margaret Gelbwasser In June, I wrote 20 pages of my new novel, finished two articles, and read books on writing technique. And the last few weeks? I have spent time with friends, went on walks, and caught up on old movies. When I mentioned this to a friend of mine, my voice all low and ashamed, she said, “C’mon, you deserve a break.” “Yeah, I guess,” I answered, knowing full well that if the tables were turned I would see the situation just as she did. In fact, when it comes to my friends, I am one of the first people to encourage time off and praise them for the work they have been doing. Yet, when it comes to myself, this is much harder to do. Why is it that we have no trouble cutting others slack but not ourselves? And, what can we do to make this guilt go away? Putting Away Your Writing Worries BY Margaret Gelbwasser It seems that the list of concerns when writing articles keeps growing.
There are, however, four things you don’t ever have to fret about. Good Tricks from Trashy Novels BY Margaret Gelbwasser I recently did something that I said I would never do. That I looked down on others for doing. Whenever the topic arose in public, I would smile encouragingly all the while feeling inwardly superior for not stooping so low. Yet, last week it happened. I read a romance novel. And not only did I like it, but I found how it could aid with writing as well. Choosing the Right Writing Retreat BY Margaret Gelbwasser Writing workshops, festivals, seminars, and conferences are great places to go to hone one’s craft. Zero in on how to choose the one that’s right for you.
Realizing What's Important BY Margaret Gelbwasser Lately I have been in the mood to do very little. I still teach a few hours a day, create pitches, and work on articles, but all through this I have had this feeling that there is something else out there. Something more. Something I rather be doing. We all get these feelings from time to time—when work gets monotonous, when we have a vacation coming, when the days get warm. And I have been in all these camps. This time, however, the sensation stems from something else. Coping with the Revise BY Margaret Gelbwasser Up until a few years ago, a revised piece meant that I had read it over twice and double-checked grammar and context. Blame it on my high school English teachers. Then, I began working on a novel and realized - wonder of wonders - that so much more is needed to make a creative work flow.
Those of you who have long mastered the art of revision may be smirking, but better to learn late than never, right? And on the chance that there are writers still out there that are stuck on how to revise—or those who have revision down to a science but are looking for new ways to approach this subject—I thought I would share some pearls (or cubic zirconia) of wisdom. How to Beat—or at least pacify - writer’s block BY Margaret Gelbwasser Write Through It. If you are rolling your eyes, I don't blame you. The first time I heard this advice, I laughed.
The Politics of the Pitch BY Margaret Gelbwasser By now, I assume you are rested and rejuvenated and sitting at your tidy desk, ready to embark on the next phase of the freelancing life. You know the goal is to get assignments and you have various ideas jotted in your notepad or on your computer screen. The next few steps will tell you just what to do to transform your ideas into pitches that catch editors’ attention. The Barista Experience: Life Behind the Bar BY Tara Meacham Working behind the counter at a cafe is a very social experience. I am frequently asked what it's like to work at a cafe, make drinks, and interact with the other baristas and regular customers. The Craft of Freelance Writing BY Margaret Gelbwasser Do you wake up in the middle of the night with burning questions about writing? Who doesn't? Here is the first of articles to come on the mysteries of the writing world. Tragedy of Errors BY Israel Jayakaran Candy, twenty plus, was a simple final semester undergraduate staying in a hostel. She hardly made friends with anyone there or, for that matter, in her college class room. Then one day she was bitten by the love bug. The bug was Joe, her own classmate sitting some three rows ahead of her.
Donna Hill Interview with Trailblazer Award winner Donna Hill It is a true pleasure to introduce Donna Hill who is an established yet humble woman. New unique home business opportunity Beer belly business for sale You heard me right! We would like to offer you a new unique home business opportunity. After you have taken advantage of this offer you might want to start beer belly challenges or beer belly contests. Read on, mate! Teach Your Teen A Skill Teach Your Teen A Skill What will your teenager be doing this summer? Going with you and the family on a long-awaited vacation? Working at a summer job until September? Just hanging out at home because he’s not legally old enough to get a job? A Heartfelt Salute To A Heartfelt Salute To Like all Americans who enjoy a little politics with their entertainment, I have greatly enjoyed this NBC drama since its debut in September 1999. However, during this past season, the quality of the writing has surpassed itself, from excellent to outstanding, especially the last two episodes. I found myself wishing that the excitement of this latest Presidential election, albeit a fictional one, had been present in our actual election, which in the opinions of many left a great deal to be desired, in terms of both the candidates and the final result. If this had been a real election, the results would have been close; and for many Americans, represented a tough choice between two strong, likable and respectable candidates. It doesn’t matter what you want to talk about, you’re welcome at The Cheers! It doesn’t matter what you want to talk about, you’re welcome at The Cheers! It was 17th March 2004 when The Cheers magazine published its first issue. Within the past year we have published articles written by more than 120 writers from more than 20 different countries. Not to mention the fact that we have crashed 3 servers and now we’re happily living on the servers of Crucial Paradigm. Pillars Of Salt - More Fractured History Pillars Of Salt - More Fractured History Only recently has the Mount Perry Archeological Society been able to translate the scrolls found hidden inside hundreds of clay jars, hidden deep in the dark recesses of caves found by sheep herders on the upper slopes of our beloved Mount Perry. These scrolls tell the tale of two cities located right here in Swamp County many thousands of years ago. Apparently the two cities were called Zodom and Samora. Andy's Opus IV - berkeley breathed, penguins and the cheers Opus IV: A New Hope Andy's Opus - new hope. New article by comedian Andy Martello - read his opinions about berkeley breathed, David Lipsky and The Cheers. Take a test to find out if you are gay Today I found out I’m gay If you are wondering if there is a test to tell if I'm gay then yes, there is. Those aren't to be taken seriously, but they are often interesting to make. Louie louie kingsmen 250 Versions of WHAT? Would you like to hear about some weird hobbies? Lets hear about collecting Louie Louie songs! And no, The Kingsmen didn’t even write that damned song! A Christmas Story - The Bicycle A Christmas Story - The Bicycle This is from a writer named Tom Sterner-Howe, who was gracious enough to send it to me for posting in the Christmas/holiday issue, which is this coming-up week. This would be ideal for launching off the Fiction section. This piece will extend all the way through the next two weeks, until the first full week of January, when, hopefully, the month-long schedule begins, with the inclusion of poetry and creative non-fiction. Give Yourself Permission Give Yourself Permission Have you given yourself the permission to write yet? Why not? I know it sounds simplistic but it is really that simple. I am not saying you won’t make mistakes along the way - we all do - and it is part of the craft. We all have gotten very concerned with mechanics and technicalities and yes, they are an important part of writing. Too many writers, early in their career, can get so caught up in these two components as to deny themselves the permission to write. Weird news stories Hot news: Naked burning shemale flew out the window The Cheers brings you weird news stories from ancient timuktu. This one is really weird story... Ask Cheryl Ask Cheryl Here it is, the first of a series of Questions and Answers for Cheryl Wright. Remember, if you have a question for her, email me a bsoxe@comcast.net and I'll get it off to Cheryl for the next issue. Below are Cheryl's answers to two questions asked by Rich Bowden. I love to Write Day! I love to Write Day! I Love To Write Day was celebrated last year on November 15th when 12,007
schools all across the country held special writing activities and events. SUBSIDY AND VANITY PUBLISHERS: HOW THEY EXPLOIT WRITERS SUBSIDY AND VANITY PUBLISHERS: HOW THEY EXPLOIT WRITERS Not to be confused with POD (Publish on Demand), vanity and subsidy publishers charge a fee for their services. Unlike traditional publishers, this group of publishers for the most part is no more than a printer, someone who will publish whatever you have to offer just to make money. WRITING FOR FREE SHOULD WE OR SHOULDNT WE? WRITING FOR FREE SHOULD WE OR SHOULDNT WE? Writing without pay is a touchy subject that has been discussed on numerous mailing lists to which I belong. More than once I have entered into a confrontation over this subject and been told by one author she would question the credibility of a writer who was writing for free. I'd like to address some of the issues that have been brought up on this subject.
MEDICAID REFORM: It's Long Overdue MEDICAID REFORM: It's Long Overdue Have you ever thought about what would happen to your health care if you should lose your job, either through termination or through a lay-off? I doubt it, because it's not something we expect. We always look at our jobs as secure,... South park songs, Monty Python scripts FROM WHERE I SIT: THERES STUPID FUNNY AND DUMB FUNNY South park songs are stupid funny, Monty Python scripts are dumb funny. Shaun of the dead is dumb funny. Dumb funny IS funny! Chasing Berkeley Chasing Berkeley I have been told that my work here at The Cheers has been well received. Readership for the magazine and especially my articles is up and that MUST be a good thing. Ive received nice e-mails from total strangers, invites to write for other magazines... Parting Gifts Parting Gifts For me, there are myriad reasons why I am a professional entertainer. Ive wanted to be one since I was 10 years old and I cant imagine doing anything else with my life. Sure, Ive dabbled with other careers. Show biz is the only logical choice. What are the affects of writers block? A Write of Passage I have no idea as to what are the affects of writers block, I'm pretty new to the concept, but... Steve Alten Interview with Steve Alten .. The Swan Wanna Go to Hell? Watch FOX TV's 'The Swan'! Here's a quick summary pf Fox TV's The Swan: every week, we meet two women who are extremely unhappy with their appearance. Controversy sells! I've Got Your Controversy RIGHT HERE! I have some news from you, some really old news really, controversy sells and it sells good! Penny's Diary Penny's Diary Peek into the life of a single mother and the situations she must deal with on a day to day bases.
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