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Favorite Short Story Writer: Edgar Allan Poe

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Eric Pudalov) — Sun, 05 Jun 2011 11:36:15 EDT

Anyone who loves horror fiction surely knows the name Edgar Allan Poe. His name is almost synonymous with tales of terror, murder, and the supernatural.

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Published: Jun 05, 2011

Cityscape: A Sestina

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Eric Pudalov) — Mon, 30 May 2011 11:07:56 EDT

A sestina, according to "Poetic Form: Sestina," is a thirty-nine-line poem form attributed to Arnaut Daniel, a twelfth-century troubadour.

Contributor: Eric Pudalov
Published: May 30, 2011

Miscreant Misadventures with Marcy

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Eric Pudalov) — Tue, 11 Jan 2011 10:47:47 EDT

What makes a great blog? Well, that's purely opinion; it depends on your tastes, and what topics you enjoy. That aside, page views do count for something. With that in mind, blogger Marcy Williams shares her reasons joining the blogosphere.

Contributor: Eric Pudalov
Published: Jan 11, 2011

WhoSampled.Com: A Recipe Book for Modern Music

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Eric Pudalov) — Tue, 21 Dec 2010 12:12:01 EDT

Just as TV's "Iron Chefs" had their mentors in culinary school, so do today's experimental musicians draw on classic tracks from the past to create their modern masterpieces. WhoSampled.com is a practical encylopedia for locating musical samples.

Contributor: Eric Pudalov
Published: Dec 21, 2010

Tetris Battle and Tetris Friends on Facebook: Tips and Strategies

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Eric Pudalov) — Mon, 08 Nov 2010 13:27:33 EDT

One of the newer game apps on Facebook, currently growing in popularity, is "Tetris Battle." Although the game has long been popular, and usually gives you the option to compete one-on-one, this is a different experience.

Contributor: Eric Pudalov
Published: Nov 08, 2010

Candy by Kevin Brooks: An Innovative Variation on "Boy Meets Girl"

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Eric Pudalov) — Wed, 22 Sep 2010 08:17:03 EDT

Those of us raised in the U.S. may be unfamiliar with the social and cultural differences of British life, and European lifestyles in general. For that reason, well-written literature can give us the sense of being there.

Contributor: Eric Pudalov
Published: Sep 22, 2010

Artificial Intelligence: Purely a Sci-Fi Creation?

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Eric Pudalov) — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 18:34:49 EDT

When people hear the words "artificial intelligence," often sci-fi characters such as HAL 9000 from 2001: A Space Odyssey or C3P0 from Star Wars come to mind.

Contributor: Eric Pudalov
Published: Sep 01, 2010

Affordable In-Town Eats: The Majestic Diner in Atlanta, Georgia

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Eric Pudalov) — Mon, 23 Aug 2010 14:28:03 EDT

With the glut of chain restaurants and/or overpriced fine dining available in Atlanta, it's a relief to come across a location that's not only affordable, but offers a classic atmosphere and delicious cuisine. That's where the Majestic comes in.

Contributor: Eric Pudalov
Published: Aug 23, 2010

Criminal Minds on CBS: Which Character Are You?

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Eric Pudalov) — Mon, 23 Aug 2010 09:32:17 EDT

While the title may sound like another pointless Facebook survey, the immensely popular crime drama Criminal Minds has such a wide variety of characters, with vastly different personality traits.

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Published: Aug 23, 2010

Creating an Awesomely Entertaining Wedding Website

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Eric Pudalov) — Fri, 13 Aug 2010 08:15:54 EDT

So you're getting married...and yes, there's lots to plan...photos, food, venue, flowers, guest list, you name it. However, one part that you shouldn't have to stress over is your wedding website.

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Published: Aug 13, 2010

The Spill Movie Community: Brutally Honest Reviews for Film Fanatics

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Eric Pudalov) — Sun, 27 Jun 2010 15:44:15 EDT

When it comes to film, there is a dividing line between fans and fanatics. Those who fall into the latter category make up the majority of the members of Spill.com, whose motto is "If it's crap...we'll tell you."

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Published: Jun 27, 2010

Summer Movie Festivals in Atlanta, Georgia for 2010

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Eric Pudalov) — Wed, 09 Jun 2010 11:12:20 EDT

Though many of us work just as hard in the summer, these months do offer their fair share of relaxation. Atlanta is no exception to the rule. In turn, a number of Summer Movie Festivals are scheduled to take place here through August.

Contributor: Eric Pudalov
Published: Jun 09, 2010

An Interview with Comedian Alex Scott - Def Comedy Jam and Beyond!

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Eric Pudalov) — Sun, 06 Jun 2010 17:40:15 EDT

"What's so funny?" Have you ever been asked this question? Depending on your sense of humor, any number of things can be funny. This is the challenge presented to any comedian putting himself out there. Luckily for Alex Scott...

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Published: Jun 06, 2010

Alcove Coffee and Tea Cafe in Atlanta, GA: Where Art and Food Unite

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Eric Pudalov) — Thu, 20 May 2010 17:43:00 EDT

The best coffee shops, at least for those who are passionate about their java, have their own character, in addition to great drinks and pastries. For Alcove Coffee in Tucker, GA, all of the above apply.

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Published: May 20, 2010

Videodrome: A Hot Spot for Atlanta's Indie Film Buffs

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Eric Pudalov) — Mon, 17 May 2010 08:55:53 EDT

"Long live the new flesh!" If you've ever seen David Cronenberg's Videodrome, then merely reading this line may conjure grotesque images of murder and sleaze. Therefore, encountering a store by the same name...

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Published: May 17, 2010

Disturbing Film Review: Hard Candy

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Eric Pudalov) — Mon, 05 Apr 2010 10:36:32 EDT

Pedophilia: just the word itself causes the hair on most people's arms to rise. That is the very uncomfortable subject dealt with so powerfully in Hard Candy.

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Published: Apr 05, 2010

TweetDeck: How to Keep All Your Social Networks in One Place

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Eric Pudalov) — Sat, 03 Apr 2010 09:08:35 EDT

For some, Twitter has never caught on as a social media tool. For others, it is virtually indispensable. Those who fall into the second category will definitely want to join TweetDeck, the next step in using Twitter.

Contributor: Eric Pudalov
Published: Apr 03, 2010

An Interview with Comedian D.C. Benny: A Taste of Brooklyn

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Eric Pudalov) — Thu, 01 Apr 2010 08:51:04 EDT

Though his name may not immediately ring a bell, comedian D.C. Benny has been seen in everything from Budweiser commercials to Comedy Central Presents.

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Published: Apr 01, 2010

Cinemassacre.Com: Home of the Angry Video Game Nerd

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Eric Pudalov) — Tue, 23 Mar 2010 08:01:13 EDT

Those of us who are gamers have usually, at some point, gotten pissed off at the games and/or game systems, and maybe even turned violent. James Rolfe, a.k.a. The Angry Video Game Nerd, has made this into an art.

Contributor: Eric Pudalov
Published: Mar 23, 2010

Tim Burton's Alice in Wonderland: Alice Doesn't Live Here Anymore

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Eric Pudalov) — Mon, 22 Mar 2010 08:51:57 EDT

Lewis Carroll's famed Alice's Adventures in Wonderland and its sequel, Through the Looking Glass and What Alice Found There, are debatably two of the greatest fairy tales of all time, although they aren't necessarily for kids.

Contributor: Eric Pudalov
Published: Mar 22, 2010