Books & Authors - December 2006

"Welcome to W.A.R...........................................". ______________________________________________

W.A.R. is an abreviation for a scientific research facility which studies sentient life forms on other planets to understand why do all civlizations grow, expand and then inevitably decline. The above phrase is the first phrase in my story, a welcoming remark uttered by the manager of the facility to a group of tourists, reporters and students who came for the first open-to-public guided tour of the place. The story is a parody, a satire, so I was hoping you could suggest how could i complete the above starting phrase in a way that is funny and informative of the nature of the place:)
Any suggestions?

2006-12-18 20:10:01 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

2006-12-18 19:48:33 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

2006-12-18 19:41:10 · 4 answers · asked by ♥♥happening♥♥ 2

Hi,
I will be travelling to Egypt next month. Was wondering if anyone could suggest a book / film set in Egypt? Would be interesting to read / see it before going thr.
Piece of fiction is also ok.

2006-12-18 19:35:35 · 13 answers · asked by lone_dreamr 2

2006-12-18 19:32:51 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

2006-12-18 17:21:56 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous

Peter and Rosa, it was a short story in a volumn that I believe was called Winter's Tales. It was beautiful, and I think it might be some kind of classic, not sure.

I read it once when I was a child, and never was able to find it again.

Peter and Rosa were on a sheet of ice together, and all of a sudden the ice separated.

Anyone ever hear of it, or know who the author is? Thanks!

2006-12-18 17:04:43 · 2 answers · asked by smoothsoullady 4

I have over 20 books that have been sitting on my bookshelf for years now, and there wasnt a time when I opened it up and actually read them. Most of them are from school. Where can I sell these?

2006-12-18 16:59:19 · 19 answers · asked by Bianca 2

2006-12-18 16:51:37 · 5 answers · asked by Curiosity Killed the Cat 2

22 yr old male looking for a writing partner. Open for collaboration but mainly there for motivation and someone to bounce ideas off of. Is there anyone one out there? Preferably in the Sydney, Australia area as I am based there.
I am focused on script writing (but have my epic novel series mostly plotted out) so anyone in a similar boat would be great to get in contact with.

Cheers,

Zook

2006-12-18 16:50:12 · 5 answers · asked by Zook 2

It's difficult to describe this term but I need it to be on my college essay.

The term means an attending paper or a formal paper usual states who's going to attend a class. (has to do with education)

2006-12-18 15:44:54 · 7 answers · asked by IRunWithScissors 3

2006-12-18 15:44:54 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

2006-12-18 15:42:52 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

2006-12-18 15:23:44 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

I recently completed my first Anthology of Poetry called Emotions and I was wondering if anyone knew the next steps of possibly getting published? Which publishing houses or literary agencies that accept poetry? Also any information I need to know about getting published.

2006-12-18 15:15:12 · 6 answers · asked by Jessica 2

In Reference to Her Children
by Anne Bradstreet
I had eight birds hatcht in one nest,
Four Cocks were there, and Hens the rest.
I nurst them up with pain and care,
No cost nor labour did I spare
Till at the last they felt their wing,
Mounted the Trees and learned to sing.
Chief of the Brood then took his flight
To Regions far and left me quite.
My mournful chirps I after send
Till he return, or I do end.
Leave not thy nest, thy Dame and Sire,
Fly back and sing amidst this Quire.
My second bird did take her flight
And with her mate flew out of sight.
Southward they both their course did bend,
And Seasons twain they there did spend,
Till after blown by Southern gales
They Norward steer'd with filled sails.
A prettier bird was no where seen,
Along the Beach, among the treen.
I have a third of colour white
On whom I plac'd no small delight,
Coupled with mate loving and true,
Hath also bid her Dame adieu.
And where Aurora first appears,
She now hath percht to spend her years.
One to the Academy flew
To chat among that learned crew.
Ambition moves still in his breast
That he might chant above the rest,
Striving for more than to do well,
That nightingales he might excell.
My fifth, whose down is yet scarce gone,
Is 'mongst the shrubs and bushes flown
And as his wings increase in strength
On higher boughs he'll perch at length.
My other three still with me nest
Until they're grown, then as the rest,
Or here or there, they'll take their flight,
As is ordain'd, so shall they light.
If birds could weep, then would my tears
Let others know what are my fears
Lest this my brood some harm should catch
And be surpris'd for want of watch
Whilst pecking corn and void of care
They fall un'wares in Fowler's snare;
Or whilst on trees they sit and sing
Some untoward boy at them do fling,
Or whilst allur'd with bell and glass
The net be spread and caught, alas;
Or lest by Lime-twigs they be foil'd;
Or by some greedy hawks be spoil'd.
O would, my young, ye saw my breast
And knew what thoughts there sadly rest.
Great was my pain when I you bred,
Great was my care when I you fed.
Long did I keep you soft and warm
And with my wings kept off all harm.
My cares are more, and fears, than ever,
My throbs such now as 'fore were never.
Alas, my birds, you wisdom want
Of perils you are ignorant.
Oft times in grass, on trees, in flight,
Sore accidents on you may light.
O to your safety have an eye,
So happy may you live and die.
Mean while, my days in tunes I'll spend
Till my weak lays with me shall end.
In shady woods I'll sit and sing
And things that past, to mind I'll bring.
Once young and pleasant, as are you,
But former toys (no joys) adieu!
My age I will not once lament
But sing, my time so near is spent,
And from the top bough take my flight
Into a country beyond sight
Where old ones instantly grow young
And there with seraphims set song.
No seasons cold, nor storms they see
But spring lasts to eternity.
When each of you shall in your nest
Among your young ones take your rest,
In chirping languages oft them tell
You had a Dame that lov'd you well,
That did what could be done for young
And nurst you up till you were strong
And 'fore she once would let you fly
She shew'd you joy and misery,
Taught what was good, and what was ill,
What would save life, and what would kill.
Thus gone, amongst you I may live,
And dead, yet speak and counsel give.
Farewell, my birds, farewell, adieu,
I happy am, if well with you.

2006-12-18 15:11:34 · 1 answers · asked by redsoxfan6700 1

I am looking for books that have a strong message of self worth, and or books that are inspirational about not giving up on life.

2006-12-18 15:00:18 · 19 answers · asked by Kelly S 1

2006-12-18 14:51:46 · 2 answers · asked by mr.t 1

Maya Angelou born1928 has had a great variety of experiences: she toured twenty-two nations as a dancer, worked on a newspaper in Egypt, lectured at the University of Ghana in western Africa, and directed a film in hollywood. She has written poetry,fiction, and plays.Born Maguerite Johnson,Angelou and her brother Bailey, were raised by their grandmother Annie Henderson(whom they called Momma) the owner of a general store in the black area of Stamps, Arkansas. The following excerpt from her autobiography covers the time when Marguerite is about ten years old. Unusually bright but painfully self-conscious, she has become withdrawn and refuses to speak to anyone.

2006-12-18 14:28:42 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

anyone know if Robert Fisher has released any signed copies or know how i can get a hold of his company?

2006-12-18 14:21:18 · 2 answers · asked by i_have_questions 1

I need a list, as many as you can think of, of woman, governesses in literature that have fellen for the master of the house... dont say sound of music, or Jane Eyre... pleease. 10 points for the most!!

2006-12-18 14:17:04 · 4 answers · asked by Steph 2

Well, to give you an example. She is writing a fictional story set in the 60's.....she has never smoked weed before in her life, but to be able to give a real description of what it is like to get high she smokes some marijuana.

Do you think someone who does something like that is very dedicated to their work or do you think something else?

2006-12-18 14:09:11 · 12 answers · asked by Led*Zep*Babe 5

however, i have no idea where to start it, (meaning when in my life) and i am not sure i have the literary skills to take on this task, however i really am feeling the need to express myself and tell my story? what r my options?

2006-12-18 14:08:01 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

I am trying to find Tithe and Valient. Both are by Holly Black >.< I used to go to blackmask.com but it won't open anymore.

2006-12-18 14:04:59 · 4 answers · asked by Elizabeth 1

I have been looking for one for some time, but I can't seem to find one. I don't want to self-publish either.

2006-12-18 13:58:19 · 5 answers · asked by SilverHAWK 2

this is a book for the teddy bear maker and artist. Not to be confused with the 2002 release of 'Constructing Teddy and friends'
If you know where it could be found , that would be terrific.
Thankyou.
Matilda

2006-12-18 13:53:58 · 1 answers · asked by matilda 1

-When did the ghost's life end?
-What was inside the ghost's garment
-what was the boy's name?
-What was the girls namve?
-who did they belong to?

(in stave 3)

Thanks so much!!!

2006-12-18 13:51:50 · 6 answers · asked by Marci 1

The most complicated "Shakesperean" language EVER!

2006-12-18 13:50:07 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

I love to write stories short and novels. Someone told me I should get into freelance writing. But I'm not sure how to go about doing that. So does anyone know how to become a freelance writer. Is it required that you have a degree in English or journalism? My degrees are in science but looking to leave the field.

2006-12-18 13:43:15 · 3 answers · asked by naya w 2

What did Tiny Tim chant
What does the spirit see about tiny tim?

(in stave 3)

2006-12-18 13:42:44 · 3 answers · asked by Marci 1