The Mad Editor’s Round-Up #27
Published February 28th, 2011 | 
Welcome to the February 28, 2011 edition of the mad editor’s round-up.
Writing Tips
Charles Chua C K presents 7 Article Writing Pitfalls to Watch Out posted at All About Living with Life.
Charles Chua C K presents Are You Writing Effectively? posted at All About Living with Life.
Wordwatch presents Am I allowed to say that? « Wordwatch posted at Wordwatch, saying, "A no-nonsense guide to politically correct writing."
Erica Vernon presents 5 Tips for Writers to Improve Productivity posted at Online Marketing Degree.
Publishing News
O.C. Heaton presents Is the book editor an endangered species? posted at A Rush of Green, saying, "Hi again John, This is a post about the future of publishing from my perspective. Thanks again, O.C. Heaton"
Writing
Madeleine Begun Kane presents Haiku Or Senryu, That Is The Question (A Limerick Explanation) posted at Mad Kane’s Humor Blog.
Madeleine Begun Kane presents A Limerick Affair posted at Mad Kane’s Humor Blog.
Madeleine Begun Kane presents Limerick Ode To My Limerick-Off Friends posted at Mad Kane’s Humor Blog.
Brianna Davis presents Literary Non-Fiction at its Best – Jane Austen posted at Bachelor of Arts.
O.C. Heaton presents How to write posted at A Rush of Green, saying, "Hi John, This is a post about how I write. The answer? Freestyle! Hope you enjoy! Thanks, O.C. Heaton"
Literary Criticism
JHSEsq presents Book Review: Half in Love posted at Colloquium, saying, "When poet Ann Sexton succeeded, after many attempts, at taking her own life in 1974, she could not have known that she was passing on a legacy of suicide to her surviving daughters, including author Linda Gray Sexton, who describes her own struggle with mental disabilities, suicide attempts, and survival in "Half in Love: Surviving the Legacy of Suicide." It’s not easy reading, but it is a fascinating true story that helps readers understand depression, bipolar disorder, and the compulsion to die, so that they can support and assist a loved one who is struggling with mental disabilities."
JHSEsq presents Book Review: I’d Know You Anywhere posted at Colloquium, saying, "She was allowed to live. All of Walter’s other victims died. After being held captive for 39 days when she was just 15 years old, Eliza was freed to grow up & build the life for herself that she is currently enjoying. But Walter’s date with execution is approaching and he wants something from her. Can she grant his request? At what cost to her? If Walter answers the question that has always haunted her — why was she allowed to live when the others were not? — will she finally find the peace that has eluded her for so many years? A fascinating exploration of a variety of issues, including the death penalty, "I’d Know You Anywhere" by Laura Lippman gets my
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Nicole Adams presents Why Book to Film Adaptations Often Fail to Impress posted at Law Degree.
Katie Gilbert presents 40 Best Blogs for Following the Middle East posted at Master’s Degree.
Carl Francis presents The Connection between Crime Fiction and Fact posted at Homeland Security Degree, saying, "There’s nothing as good as reading a racy crime thriller, one that will make your adrenaline soar high as you turn the pages to discover who the perpetrator is and how the good guy brings him/her to book."
The Mad Editor’s Round-Up #26
Published January 3rd, 2011 | Welcome to the January 3, 2011 edition of the mad editor’s round-up.
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Madeleine Begun Kane presents Drunken Limerick posted at Mad Kane’s Humor Blog.
Madeleine Begun Kane presents Trippy Limerick posted at Mad Kane’s Humor Blog.
Madeleine Begun Kane presents Premature Concession Syndrome — A Remedial Limerick posted at Mad Kane’s Political Madness.
Lindsay presents Is There Money in Writing Ebooks for Children & Young Adults? posted at The Irreverent Introvert.
Madeleine Begun Kane presents Eclipse Haiku Septet posted at Mad Kane’s Humor Blog.
RE Ausetkmt presents Enjoy Online Radio ? Get It On Your Smart Phone FREE Everywhere posted at P O D 3 1 3 Tech Tips, saying, "The Electronic Age means digital delivery on every device. read this post to get your stream on"
Lindsay presents 7 Quick and Dirty Link Building Tips for Authors posted at The Irreverent Introvert.
Interviews
Rick Sincere presents Author Interview: Greg Mills Discusses African Poverty and Solutions posted at Book Reviews by Rick Sincere, saying, "South African author Greg Mills’ most recent book, Why Africa Is Poor, was published November 17 by Penguin Global. This interview was conducted on October 6 in Washington, D.C."
Literary Criticism
Kate Rothwell presents 20 Essential Works of Asian-American Literature posted at mastersdegree.net, saying, "Plenty of other excellent books and authors did not make this list due to space and time constraints, but they certainly warrant attention."
Jessica presents “Lunar Baedeker” by Mina Loy posted at Literary Journey of a Freelance Writer.
Publishing News
cheek thao presents BrandStyle Design posted at BrandStyle Design.
Writing
Jerry Rogers presents 20 Essential African-American Writers posted at Masters Degree.
swagat presents Just like old times!!!! posted at Witty Humor, saying, "A different take on "Noah and his ark""
Florine Church presents 12 Amazing Authors Who Died Far Too Young posted at Bachelorsdegree.org, saying, "This article does not intend to come off as ageist by any means, but for consistency’s sake chose writers under 50 — when Americans attain eligibility to join AARP."
Amy Waterman presents How to Sell Your Writing posted at Waterman Words, saying, "Why do some people become best-selling authors while other, even better writers must keep their day jobs to pay bills? It all comes down to how you view sales."
Madeleine Begun Kane presents Limerick Ode To My Limerick-Off Friends posted at Mad Kane’s Humor Blog.
Writing Tips
Charles Chua C K presents Do More Be Successful posted at All About Living with Life.
Charles Chua C K presents Effective Ways to be Creative posted at All About Living with Life.
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The Mad Editor’s Round-Up #25
Published November 22nd, 2010 | Etc.
Madeleine Begun Kane presents A Limerick Loser’s Lament posted at Mad Kane’s Humor Blog.
Madeleine Begun Kane presents Hairy Limerick posted at Mad Kane’s Humor Blog.
Publishing News
Joanaa Tiger presents 50 Best Books for Presidential History Buffs posted at mastersdegree.net.
Writing
Madeleine Begun Kane presents Election Results Madness posted at Mad Kane’s Political Madness.
Missy Frye presents The KISS of Success posted at Incurable Disease of Writing, saying, "To start your day with a K.I.S.S., don’t plan to complete dozens of different tasks today."
AndrosenDsouza presents 21 Educational Open Courseware Classes About Communication posted at Masters in Communication, saying, "Whether you’re pursuing a specialty in communications, or you simply want to improve your skills as an oral or written communicator, these 21 courses can help you."
Graham Alice presents 40 Fantastic Calligraphy Blogs posted at Web Design Schools Guide.
Writing Tips
Charles Chua C K presents Do Your Articles R.O.C.K.? posted at All About Living with Life.
Missy Frye presents Where are We? The Importance of Place posted at Incurable Disease of Writing, saying, "Poet, Anne McCrady says, "a great poem, like a photo or a postcard or a painting, begins by creating an image for the audience to consider.""
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