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A terrarium is an easy and beautiful project that you can successfully create in one hour. That includes the travel time to the local Nursery or Home Improvement store. Here are the steps to follow. - Is Amazon Taking on Google?
Amazon just released a new program (in Beta) called Context Links and it is very much like The Google Adsense/Adwords program. Is Amazon going after some of Google's Billion-dollar context ad market? Is a billion-dollar war heating up in cyberspace? - About Amazon's New tool for Webmasters - Context Links
Amazon.com is currently running a new program in Beta called Context Links. This looks like it is going to be an excellent tool to help webmasters increase revenue from their websites. - How To Make Your Website A Success In Three Simple Steps
There are thousands of things to think about when making a website, but making your website successful just comes down to these three basic things. It is really quite simple but I wouldn't go as far as calling it easy because there is work involved. But it is work you are going to love. - How to Play Classical Guitar like Andres Segovia
Andres Segovia has had a profound impact on every aspect of the modern classical guitar from technique, to repertoire, venue, and even the construction of the guitar. And while you can't take lessons from him you can learn much from the wonderful legacy he has left behind. - Were Medieval Knights Bad or Good?
There has been a long-standing debate about Medieval Knights. Were they chivalrous and gallant caretakers of their peasants? Or were they vicious and cruel thugs who ruled their people with an iron hand? - How to Motivate Yourself to Write
Writing is a wonderful, yet sometimes, very hard thing to do. Often it is very easy to not "make the time" to write and nobody will motivate you. You have to motivate yourself. Here are three techniques that will get you writing. - How to Live a Medieval Life!
Did you ever wonder what it would be like to be a knight, a wizard, or maybe a king or a queen? The days of knights are long gone but there are organizations, groups and events that still celebrate the beauty and wonder of the Middle Ages. You might not be able to live a medieval life full time but there are some great ways you can try it out on the weekends! - Goblins in Thongs: The 5 Rules of Creativity Explained
Creativity has a "Mysterious Force" connotation. It is often thought of as something that only genius artists possess. And while it is true there is a bit of mysterious force about creativity, it is something that everyone possesses. Understanding the 5 rules of creativity will help you to develop and grow your creative potential. - What You, the Webmaster, Need to Put in Every eMail – Other than Your Sig Block
As a webmaster you probably get a lot of email. And as your site grows you are going to get a lot more. This is just part of the business of having a website. The thing about this growth in popularity, and in email, is that most of the time you don’t know where it is coming from. Doing one simple thing in every email will help with this dilemma. - A Brief History of the Catapult
We typically think of a catapult as something that was used in the Middle Ages to destroy the walls of a castle. But catapults have a very long history dating long before the time of castles and they were developed and designed in many different ways by many different cultures over the centuries. - A look at the Dark Ages-When Things Were Really Medieval
The Dark Ages were a period of great upheaval, constant war, horrendous plague, and stagnant cultural growth. But through these difficult centuries new ideas and a new culture was born. And in today's world we still feel the effects of these changes that were brought about during these Dark Ages. - Real Medieval Castles in Movies
Movies are a creative world of imagination and wonder. And does anything evoke this feeling of wonder more than castles? They represent power, wealth, mystery and many other things so they make a perfect setting for movies not just about knights but movies about many other things. - How to Make a Secret Diorama
A secret diorama is a diorama built in an unexpected place. This gives the diorama a level of not only visual delight but of discovery. And the theme of the diorama can be closely linked to the location which makes it really special. - Real Military Tactics You Can Use in the World of Warcraft to Improve Your PvP skills
Warcraft is a game of Player versus Player (PvP) action. It is all about war and real military tactics translate well into the game. Here are some real tactics that you can use to improve your pvp in the game. - How to Make a Video Game in One Hour – Really!
Video game design software has taken a lot of the hard work out of making games and it has left the creative part up to you. There are software applications that will help you make a game quickly, easily, and in only one hour. - Long or Short Nails Playing the Classical Guitar? Which is Right for You?
The debate over long or short nails has raged since the dawn of the classical guitar and the right answer to this question is "It doesn't matter". But there are differences between the two styles and some things you should know before you decide which is right for you. - A Guide to the Best Free Fantasy Books in the Public Domain
The genre of fantasy has a long history and one of the benefits of this is that there are now lots of great fantasy books available in the public domain. Here is a guide to some of these books both famous and not so famous. - The Fascinating Ceremony of Medieval Knighthood
Becoming a knight was much more than a tap on the shoulder with the flat edge of a sword. It was often an involved process that spanned several days. Here is an overview of a typical knighting ceremony in the middle ages. - The Internal Conflict is More Important than the Dragon – Advice for Epic Fantasy Writers
When writing fantasy it is very easy to let your imagination soar and to create amazing worlds and incredible creatures; and while you may give your reader something to enjoy you won’t really make a connection with him or her. The thing that will make the connection with your reader is the internal conflict your protagonist has to go through. This is what makes him or her human and this is where you have a memorable impact on your reader. - How to Improve your PvP Skills in World of Warcraft
Player versus player action in World of Warcraft is very exciting and one of the best ways to obtain some of the best equipment and armor in the game. There are some simple things you can do to dramatically increase your skill in this aspect of the game. - What Plants Should You Use when Making a Terrarium?
Here is a list and some tips on choosing plants to make a successful and beautiful terrarium. - How to Make a Really Creative Shoebox Diorama
A shoebox diorama can be much more than just a miniature scene. It can be a creative display that people are really amazed by. Here are some creative tips and hints on how to make your shoebox diorama really special. - Keyword Laddering – A Concept to Success with the Search Engines
Getting traffic from the search engines for a popular search term is very difficult. There is a lot of competitition. Keyword laddering is a way to make it happen. - The Symbolism and the Power of the Ring in Epic Fantasy
A ring is just a tiny piece of metal yet it is one of the most powerful, and successful, symbols used in fantasy writing. Why is a ring so often used as a symbol and what does it really stand for? - Zen and the Art of Classical Guitar - Why You Should Play
In a world that isn’t going to slow down, do something special for yourself and learn how to play classical guitar. Here is a perspective on this beautiful instrument. - Experience the Drama and the Science of Prehistoric Fantasy
Prehistoric fantasy is the genre of stories written in prehistoric times. But they aren’t just "caveman" stories. They are wonderfully written dramas that also take a good look at real anthropological and archaeological subjects. - How the Medieval Castle Evolved Over a Five Hundred Year Period
Medieval Castles were structures that changed dramatically over the centuries of the Middle Ages. These changes were brought about by many factors like changes in warfare and the influences of different cultures. Here is a brief history of how the Medieval Castle developed over the five hundred years of the Middle Ages. - How a Boy Became a Knight in Medieval Times
For almost seven hundred years between the ninth and sixteenth centuries knights were the lords of the battlefield, admired and respected for their abilities and their chivalry and courage. So how did a boy in these centuries become a knight? - How to Make the Ultimate Terrarium
A terrarium is a beautiful project to make and to take care of but if you are ambitious you might want to make the ultimate terrarium. And this doesn’t come down to gardening skills. It comes down to a little bit of thought and a lot of creativity. Here are some great ideas for making your terrarium into the ultimate terrarium. - Epic Fantasy is Applicable in Today’s World - The Beast has Changed But the Teeth are the Same
Epic Fantasy is often slighted and categorized as escapist literature to be read strictly for fun. But this is not a true characterization of what the genre is really about. Epic Fantasy is a metaphor for the human condition and very applicable to the every day world we live in today. - How to Make a Video Game in Seven Days –for Free
There is plenty of free software and resources out there that will enable you to quickly make your own video game. All you need is a plan and some persistence. Here is the plan. - How To Buy Your First Medieval Sword - A Beginners Guide
If you always wanted to own a medieval sword to hang on the wall, show to your friends, or bring with you to a Renaissance Fair this guide will help you to make a good first purchase. - The Design Secrets of Medieval Castles
Medieval Castles were more than just a large fortress with massive stone walls. They were ingeniously designed fortifications that used many brilliant and creative ways to protect their inhabitants from attacking enemies. - Classical Guitar is the Perfect Instrument for a Child to Learn
There is no arguing with the fact that teaching a child to learn an instrument is something that can potentially bring him or her a lifetime of joy and enrichment. But keeping a child interested in practicing can be a challenge. Among all the instruments that a child can learn how to play the classical guitar is among the best. Here are the reasons. - Siege – How to Take a Medieval Castle When You Don't Have a Catapult
In the later centuries of the Middle Ages siege engines were often employed to take down the walls of a medieval castle. But in the early centuries an attacking army often did not have the skill, resources, or time to build and use siege engines so they employed other very ingenious methods including biological warfare. - How to Make a Terrarium – The Basics for Making a Wonderful Terrarium
Terrarium making is a rewarding hobby that combines art and nature. You can make a nice terrarium in an hour and then enjoy caring for it and looking at it for years to come. With a few tips and guidelines you can make some wonderful terrariums that are extraordinary. - How to Draw Fantasy Creatures
Drawing fantasy creatures like unicorns, mermaids, and dragons can at first be a difficult thing to do and it takes some practice but there are some basic rules you can follow to create terrific creatures and make them look great. - How to Write a Video Game Script
Writing a video game script offers a challenge that goes well beyond the normal realm of writing. But it is also something that can be tremendously rewarding in the scope of its creativity. Here are some guidelines and tips for writing a video game script. - Learn How to Draw The Easy Way Using the “Five-S” Method
One of the difficult things about learning to draw is understanding the process an artist uses to go from a blank piece of paper to a completed drawing. The “Five-S” method is an easy way to understand how an artist does it and how you can do it too. - Play Better Classical Guitar - How to Quickly Advance from a Beginner to an Intermediate
The classical guitar is a difficult instrument to learn how to play. It takes perseverance and a lot of practice but with some practical tips you can make the transition from beginner to intermediate very quickly. - How to buy a Classical Guitar - Tips and Hints to Help You Make a Good Purchase
Purchasing a classical guitar can be a difficult task; particularly if you are not yet an accomplished player. Here are some tips and hints on finding a good quality classical guitar whether it is in the hundred dollar range or the thousand dollar range. - Epic Fantasy Is On The Verge Of A Big Change
Tired of enormous epic fantasy series with thousand page novels that cover an incredibly complex world full of factions, kingdoms and social structures? These works are at the end of the fourth cycle of epic fantasy and the fifth cycle is coming soon. - There is no Wizard – How Epic Fantasy Fails Us
Epic fantasy is not escapist literature just to be read for fun. It is a serious form of literature that tackles the big questions in a characters life (hence the epic). And in this way it helps us understand ourselves and helps us look at the big questions in our own lives. But epic fantasy uses one particular tool to help the hero find his way through the darkness of his challenges; and this tool doesn’t exist for us and this is where epic fantasy fails. - How to Find Interesting Words and Names for Your Fantasy Writing
Tolkien was a Philologist which made him an expert at linguists and the history of languages so it easy to see why his writing is filled with wonderful names of characters, creatures, and places. You don’t have to be a philologist to also find words that fit into your fantasy writing and accentuate the feel of your created world. Here are some tips and hints on how to do it. - Learn to Read Sheet Music and Forget the TAB - Advice for Guitarists
Reading sheet music can be very intimidating for a beginning guitarist. It is, after all, a brand new language composed of a lot of symbols that are new and alien. But Reading sheet music is a must for anyone who wants to be a serious guitarist and it will take your guitar playing well beyond anything that TAB will show you. Tablature is a crutch. It will only teach you how to play songs and compositions by rote. It is true that with Tab you will learn how to play a piece of music but in the process you are missing some of the real things that music, and being a musician are all about. - Use Your Journal to Dramatically Improve Your Writing -- The Easy Way
If you are keeping a journal on a regular or even semi-regular basis, you have made a great step toward developing your skills as a writer. But, you are probably only using a small part of what a journal can be. You need to take the next step in journal writing and make your journal work for you. Here are some practical tips on how to do that. - Making Magic Real in your Fantasy Writing
Magic is a wonderful aspect of Fantasy. It can add whole new dimensions to the world you are creating by bringing new dilemmas and new problems and challenges. It can also bring a fair amount of spicy and interesting conflicts. But magic is not a panacea. It should not be used to easily solve plot problems and difficulties that your protagonists face. It has to follow rules and you have to establish these rules. - Forget About the Grammar and Your Writing Will Improve - Advice for Writers
The number one reason why writers don't write is the fear of poor grammar. The red pencil marks of an editor pointing out dangling participles and passive sentences strikes enough fear into a person that it can prevent him from writing. Writing grammatically well is desirable, and necessary, but it is something you don't have to worry about. - Mianthroperspection-Stepping Out of the Human in Your Writing or "How Does a Dragon Really Feel?"
Mianthroperspection is art of writing from the viewpoint of an animal or an inanimate object and it is something that fantasy writers have been doing for a very long time. But until now it has gone unnamed or mislabeled as anthropomorphism. Remember this distinction in your writing.
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