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Danielle Hollister is a single mom of a seven year-old son, who is her personal assistant in their home office, where she has been working as a freelance writer, editor and researcher for more than 10 years. Danielle´s work has been featured in online newsletters, like Briefme.com's Books & Literature ezine, on various websites, and in print publications. Before expanding her career focus to the Internet, she worked for more than three years as ... [More]

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  • Celebrate Banned Books Week - Top 20 Censorship Quotations
    [Reference-and-Education:Languages] Banned Books Week is an annual event, recognized this year from September 23 to 30, 2006. Celebrate the Freedom to Read!


  • Write What You Know
    [Writing-and-Speaking:Writing-Articles] If you truly love to write, there is definitely an online market for you work. Every writer certainly feels passionate about more than a few topics and probably has some professional expertise on an assortment of interesting subjects.


  • Top Ten Autumn Quotations
    [Arts-and-Entertainment:Poetry] Celebrate the fabulous fall season with this amazing collection of the Top Ten Autumn Quotations.


  • Heroes - Heroism Quotations - Top 45
    [News-and-Society] Browse numerous, insightful quotations about heroes and heroism...


  • Memorial Day Quotations - Top 45
    [News-and-Society] Remember what this monumental holiday actually means with an awesome assortment of quotations related to Memorial Day...


  • Graduation Quotations - Top 35
    [Reference-and-Education:College-University] Grab the perfect quotation for your perfect graduate!


  • Five Tips To Consider When Choosing A Publisher
    [Writing-and-Speaking:Book-Marketing] Choosing a publisher probably seems like a complicated task, however, you may find the process somewhat less challenging if you consider the following five suggestions.


  • Top 40 Marriage Quotations
    [Relationships:Marriage] Browse a comprehensive collection of the most insightful quotations about the institution of marriage...


  • Spring Quotations - Top 30 Quotations About Spring Time
    [Self-Improvement:Inspirational] Get numerous enlightening quotations all about spring time...


  • Famous Poets Quotations - Top 30 Poetry Quotations by Famous Poets
    [Arts-and-Entertainment:Poetry] Celebrate National Poetry Month 2005 with this exceptional collection of Poetry Quotations by Famous Poets.


  • Humor Quotations - Top 35 Funny Quotations by Famous Comedians
    [Arts-and-Entertainment:Humor] Celebrate National Humor Month with this amusing collection of funny quotations from famous comedians.


  • St. Patrick's Day Quotations
    [Home-and-Family:Holidays] Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with the top 25 quotations about the Irish, Ireland and this festive holiday...


  • Top 25 Grandparent Quotations
    [Home-and-Family:Grandparenting] Grandparents usually form a special bond with their grandchildren that is unlike any other connection. The following collection of inspirational quotations describe exactly what it means to be a grandparent...


  • Top 20 Black History Month Quotations
    [News-and-Society] Celebrate with this collection of Inspirational Quotations from Noted African Americans...


  • Top 15 Valentines Day Quotations
    [Home-and-Family:Holidays] Celebrate Cupid with this amazing collection of romantic quotes for your Valentine...


  • Top 25 Children Quotations
    [Home-and-Family:Parenting] Ponder the thoughts of children and their meaning in your life with this enlightening collection of the top 25 quotes...


  • Top 20 Love Quotations
    [Self-Improvement:Inspirational] Get inspired with these top 20 meaningful love quotes...


  • Top 20 New Years Quotations
    [Home-and-Family:Holidays] Celebrate 2005 with this comprehensive collection of compelling quotations about the New Year...


  • Top 50 Christmas Quotations
    [Home-and-Family:Holidays] Browse a comprehensive collection of the most joyous Christmas quotations to celebrate this festive season...


  • Top 50 Women Quotations
    [Womens-Interests] Inspire your world with some of the best quotes about women...


  • Top 30 Politics Quotations
    [News-and-Society:Politics] Get insight and opinions about politicians and the political process with this perceptive compilation of politics quotes...


  • Top 40 Health Quotations
    [Health-and-Fitness] Consider your own health and the well-being of others with this helpful collection of the top 40 health-related quotes...


  • Top 50 Father Quotations
    [Home-and-Family:Parenting] Peruse a thought-provoking collection of the top 5 dad-related quotes...


  • Top 15 Food Quotations
    [Food-and-Drink] Explore the world of food with this funny compilation of food-related quotations...


  • Top 50 Mom Quotations
    [Home-and-Family:Parenting] Browse the top 50 inspiring and truthful quotations about your mother and about being a mom yourself...


  • Top 25 Thanksgiving Quotations
    [Home-and-Family:Holidays] Be thankful for all that you have and celebrate this holiday with a tremendous collection of Thanksgiving Quotations...


  • Top 15 Inspirational Quotations
    [Self-Improvement:Inspirational] Get inspired and lift your spirits with these positive quotations that will surely stimulate your soul and perhaps motivate your mind...


  • Top 20 Poetry Quotations
    [Arts-and-Entertainment:Poetry] Explore the meaning of poetry and the motivation of poets with this special collection of evocative quotations...


  • Top 50 Music Quotations
    [Arts-and-Entertainment:Music] Discover the phenomenonal complexity of music and reflect on the way it can positively influence your life with this sound collection of riveting quotes...


  • Top Ten Religion Quotations
    [News-and-Society:Religion] Review your religious beliefs with these revealing quotations all about religion...


  • Top 25 Success Quotations
    [Self-Improvement:Success] Consider what it takes to become an undeniable success with these sincere quotations that identify the fundamental factors necessary to triumph...


  • Top 20 Dog Quotations
    [Pets:Dogs] Get to know your beloved dog better with these insightful quotations all about your best four-legged friend...


  • Top 15 Cat Quotations
    [Pets:Cats] Gain some insight into how your favorite feline actually feels about you and life in general with these enlightening quotations about cats...


  • Top 15 Goals Quotations
    [Self-Improvement:Goal-Setting] Examine your own personal goals and find methods to achieve your desires with these valuable quotations about setting goals...


  • Top Ten Ways To Have An Affair And Not Get Caught...
    [News-and-Society] Most everyone believes when they get married that it will be forever. The reality is people fall out of love, if they choose not to get divorced, their loveless marriage can inevitably lead one or both spouses to seek the comfort of another adult and eventually cheat on one another. Another scenario that may lead a married person to be unfaithful is an unexpected meeting with someone who sweeps them off their feet. Regardless of what leads a spouse to break their wedding vows, here some of the best ways to get away with an affair.


  • The Top Seven Signs for a Single Mother to See that the Man They're Dating Is Not A Keeper...
    [Womens-Interests] When you're raising a child or children by yourself without the support of their father, it's easy to see how a single mom can long for a man to be a part of her life. Unfortunately, sometimes our desires can lead us to make illogical choices just to end our loneliness. Satisfying our needs by settling for men, who are less than wonderful, will only hurt us and our children. Try to be on the look out for men who exhibit any of the following signs. If you meet him, run away...


  • Top 25 Leadership Quotations
    [Self-Improvement:Leadership] Ponder what it takes to be a true leader with these practical quotes that will lead you to a more precise understanding of the secrets to successful leadership...


  • Live For Today...
    [Arts-and-Entertainment:Poetry] Isn't that what they say?
    But what does that mean?
    There's no definition that may
    answer that question...


  • Seven Suggestions To Develop a Superb Writing Style
    [Writing-and-Speaking:Writing] Every writer eventually develops her own unique style of writing. As you struggle to create your own voice, while focusing on the required standards, you may want to consider the following tips for improving your style and establishing a professional formula for success.


  • Top Five Ways to Conquer Writers Block with the Assistance of Your Children
    [Writing-and-Speaking] It's the middle of summer, your kids are home with you ALL DAY long. They're probably unintentionally diverting your attention from your writing.


  • Acing The Interview
    [Business:Careers-Employment] It's no secret that there is a lot of competition for writing jobs.


  • What You May Not Learn In College (Part One)
    [Writing-and-Speaking] Regardless of where you land your first writing job, chances are you will work an exorbitant number of hours for a less than desirable salary.


  • What Does It Take To Make Your Memories Into Publishable Memoirs?
    [Writing-and-Speaking:Publishing] Why should you consider creating a memoir of your personal experiences for publication? Who would want to read your life story?


  • Using The Special Events of Summer To Inspire Ideas
    [Writing-and-Speaking] Some suggestions to turn this season's activities into articles for publication. Summertime supplies an almost endless list of things to stimulate your writing.


  • Top Ten Ways To Jump-Start Your Creativity
    [Self-Improvement:Creativity] Find ten brilliant ideas to foster your own creativity...


  • Top Ten Reasons It's Great To Be A Writer
    [Writing-and-Speaking:Writing] Read my list and then share yours with me!


  • There's More Than One Way To Carve This Turkey
    [Writing-and-Speaking:Writing-Articles] Although this may sound like a funny metaphor, if you try to focus on the possibilities as they apply to writing a story, an article, a report or almost anything, I think you may gain some helpful insight into your particular approach to this passionate profession.


  • Suggestions for Writing Successful Query Letters
    [Writing-and-Speaking] Most published writers will admit that there is no secret formula for writing a winning query letter, however, many professionals can share some basic suggestions to help new writers formulate a query that will sell their story idea.


  • Seven Free Ways To Promote Your Writing On The Web
    [Writing-and-Speaking] Believe it or not, some things in life are still free... And you can benefit substantially by utilizing these methods of online promotion to publicize your writing for free...


  • Ten Days to a Publishable Poem
    [Writing-and-Speaking:Publishing] While there is no perfect plan to create incredible poetry, there are literally hundreds of possible techniques that will help you achieve your goal of getting published.


  • Setting Up Your Home Office
    [Home-Based-Business] What is the right stuff for a writer's home office?


  • Stimulate Your Writing With Some Creative Exercises
    [Writing-and-Speaking:Writing-Articles] Abandon your frustrations and get a fresh start by trying some writing activities to spark your creativity.


  • Energize Your Mind With Inspirational Writing Exercises
    [Writing-and-Speaking:Writing-Articles] Feeling uninspired? Like you're stuck in a rut with your writing? Free your inner creativity by trying some exercises to invigorate your writing.


  • How To Give A Manicure
    [Health-and-Fitness:Beauty] This guide will give you the basic directions for nail care, however, it cannot provide the same direction and hands-on experience offered by a Professional School of Cosmetology.


  • The Solitude and The Satisfaction
    [Writing-and-Speaking] Many college professors and other writing mentors will advise new writers that it is of utmost importance to "Write every day..." Although I believe in the value of this advice, I also believe that in order to be creative and productive, you have to follow your own instincts.


  • Making Time to Write this Holiday Season
    [Home-and-Family:Holidays] As the countdown to Christmas day continues, most everyone is naturally all wrapped up in preparing for the big day (and the eve of the big day and the day after the big day…).


  • In Search Of Ideas For Articles
    [Writing-and-Speaking:Writing-Articles] Finding something to write about can be frustrating for all writers from time to time. I have made a list of a few suggestions for those days when the well seems to be running dry...


  • How To Submit Your Articles To Article Announcement Lists
    [Writing-and-Speaking:Writing-Articles] Get the Facts you need to start promoting you free articles for publication online...


  • How Do You Judge A Writing Contest?
    [Writing-and-Speaking] Are writing contests worth your time and energy? If only there was a simple answer to this controversial question...


  • How Are Writers The Eyes of The World?
    [Writing-and-Speaking] Dedicated to the memory of Jerry Garcia...


  • Get Creative In The Great Outdoors
    [Writing-and-Speaking:Writing] Summer's here and the time is write for dancing in the streets...


  • Can Quotes Inspire Creativity?
    [Writing-and-Speaking] Sometimes reading a quick quotation can provide writers with inspiration to continue writing. Why does this work? I do not know for sure.


  • Top Five Ways To Be A Good Boss
    [Business] Everybody has heard the horror stories about bosses that don't care, bosses that take advantage of their employees, bosses who don't do their jobs, etc...


  • Five Tips to Make Your Site Superb
    [Writing-and-Speaking] There's a few easy ways to keep people coming back to your site - find out how to make your home on the web more popular!


  • Five Simple Tips to Get Organized Today!
    [Self-Improvement:Organizing] Take time to declutter this summer...


  • Finding Time To Write
    [Writing-and-Speaking:Writing-Articles] A true test for many writers that will require your attention forever...


  • Writing for Your Niche
    [Writing-and-Speaking] Writers just know they want to write - it's a feeling we're born with - I think. Nothing else seems natural for some of us, so the decision to pursue a career as a professional writer is easy.


  • Explore The Power of Poetic Expression
    [Writing-and-Speaking] Putting your emotions on paper...


  • Create A Successful Career As A Freelance Writer
    [Writing-and-Speaking] Although there's no sure-fire method for creating a successful career as a freelancer, I can offer you a few strategies that have helped me to build my own little business as a single mom and struggling writer working from home.


  • A Tribute To Katharine Graham
    [News-and-Society] Katharine Graham, chairman of the executive committee of The Washington Post Company and the author of Personal History, a memoir for which she received the 1998 Pulitzer Prize for Biography, died July 17 at age 84.


  • Five Ways To Promote Your Ezine
    [Internet-and-Businesses-Online:Ezine-Publishing] After you've spent countless hours creating and publishing your own newsletter online, you still have to consider the fact that merely adding it to your website will not make it an overnight success.


  • What Your Cat Wants You To Know
    [Pets:Cats] If your feline friend could speak your language, here a few things she would probably like you to know.


  • My Grannio
    [Arts-and-Entertainment:Poetry] I never thought I would have to say GOODBYE to my best friend… But that's what I had to do today I had to let go of her forever –


  • A Different Place...
    [Arts-and-Entertainment:Poetry] I wish we had met 20 years ago... A different place, a different time when I actually had a chance for you to be mine...


  • Lucky...
    [Arts-and-Entertainment:Poetry] You make me smile like I've seldom done before You give me a reason to want more and more...


  • Life's Too Short
    [Arts-and-Entertainment:Poetry] Time goes by to quickly to hold your feelings inside Especially when their so strong even if they don't abide...


  • I've Learned
    [Arts-and-Entertainment:Poetry] You cannot make someone love you. All you can do is be someone who can be loved. The rest is up to them.


  • My hero, my best friend, my "Grannio" (a.k.a my Grandmother)
    [Arts-and-Entertainment:Poetry] She raised me like I was her own daughter from the day I was born 32 years ago.


  • So You Want To Be A Writer
    [Writing-and-Speaking] Are you crazy? If you're shaking your head yes, smiling to yourself or laughing aloud, honestly wondering when you will stop talking to the walls in your office on those days that you stare at a blank computer screen for hours hopelessly trying to find a flawless opening sentence for a perfect beginning or a clever combination of words to carry you to the ultimate ending of your work in progress - You're definitely already a writer by my definition...


  • How To Become A Work At Home Mom
    [Home-Based-Business] Seven Ways To Stay Home With Your Kids and Still Earn A Living


  • How To Entertain A Child While Working From A Home Office
    [Home-and-Family:Parenting] There is no doubt that the benefits of being a work-at-home parent outweigh the drawbacks. However, some days can prove to be difficult when your two year-old is determined to climb on top of your filing cabinet while you're trying to participate in an important conference call. Here are ten tips that can help make your life easier, and your little ones happier, while you work at home.


  • How to Prepare for Labor
    [Home-and-Family:Parenting] Although nothing anybody says can ever completely prepare a woman for the day she delivers her first baby, there are some simple suggestions that should help make this amazing experience a little bit easier.


  • Top 20 Items To Pack In A Diaper Bag
    [Home-and-Family:Parenting] Not sure what you need to stash in your baby's diaper bag? Get a great list of some obvious items and several things you probably never thought you would need...


  • It's What She Didn't Say
    [Arts-and-Entertainment:Poetry] When I hear your voice inside my head it makes me think of you every single day


  • You Lost Your Last Gamble and Me
    [Arts-and-Entertainment:Poetry] I will never think twice nor will I roll the dice When it comes to my life I will take my Grannio's advice


  • My Final Defeat - Fixed Competition
    [Arts-and-Entertainment:Poetry] She probably can't remember and I know I can never forget...


  • Ten Helpful Little Tips For New Parents
    [Home-and-Family:Parenting] The Greatest Gifts in Life, which are always created for free, but never come with instructional guide, are your children. The following suggestions may help any new parents feeling blessed by the birth of their first baby, but also feeling overwhelmed by this wondrous experience.


  • Reality Check: New Year's Resolutions-Followed or Forgotten?
    [Writing-and-Speaking] Did you make any resolutions this year? Did you write them down? (Stupid question for a writer, right?)


  • Seven Simple Tips About Child Custody Issues
    [Home-and-Family] The following advice comes from my heart and my personal experience. I am not a lawyer. I did graduate from college with a degree in Communications, however, that does not qualify me to offer professional legal advice. If you read this article, remember you must consult an attorney to get help for your specific situation.


  • Top Three Ways To Communicate With Your Child
    [Home-and-Family:Parenting] Although many parents become frustrated as they try to maintain an open line of communication between themselves and their children, regardless of age, there are there quite simple ways to attempt to achieve this goal effectively.


  • Top Five Ways To Stay In Touch With Your Child
    [Home-and-Family:Parenting] Once your little boy/girl goes off to school, you may find that your "special talks" occur less frequently... You may become disheartened by the mere fact that your child now has new friends to share his daily stories with...


  • Top Three Reasons To Get Involved At Your Child's School
    [Home-and-Family:Parenting] You may think once your child has gone off to school full-time (officially a First-Grader) that he/she no longer needs you...


  • What's The Deal With Discussion Lists for Writers? (Part Two)
    [Internet-and-Businesses-Online:Forums] What Are the Advantages and/or Drawbacks of Subscribing to Discussion Lists?


  • What's The Deal With Discussion Lists For Writers? (Part One)
    [Internet-and-Businesses-Online:Forums] Are they really free? Are they actually helpful? Why do writers subscribe to these lists?


  • A Writer's Glossary (Part Three)
    [Writing-and-Speaking:Writing-Articles] Find definitions from Q to Z...


  • A Writer's Glossary (Part Two)
    [Writing-and-Speaking:Writing-Articles] Find definitions from H to P...


  • A Writer's Glossary (Part One)
    [Writing-and-Speaking:Writing-Articles] Find definitions from A to G!


  • What's The Deal With Discussion Lists? (Part Three)
    [Internet-and-Businesses-Online:Forums] Why Do People Start Writing Discussion Lists?


  • Let Me Tell You About My Ger
    [Arts-and-Entertainment:Poetry] Words from my two year-old, a brilliant little boy blessed with the best great-grandmother in the world - his 'GER'


  • Top Ten Reasons to Write Articles for Free Publication Online
    [Writing-and-Speaking:Writing-Articles] Many writers struggle with the decision of whether or not to write "for free" - however - unless you are a wealthy, professionally published author - I believe there are many advantages to writing articles and offering them for free publication online.


  • A Working Writer's Website: Publish, Promote and Profit?
    [Writing-and-Speaking:Publishing] If you're an online writer, you should definitely consider developing a website. Perhaps you've been thinking about it, but you have some questions about the process...


  • Top Five Reasons and Ways to Take Care of Your Elders (Parents, Grandparents...)
    [Home-and-Family:Grandparenting] There will almost absolutely come a day when your parents and/grandparents will need YOU. When this time comes, they will probably not admit that they need YOU or ANYONE, but in reality, they will definitely need SOMEONE.


  • Why Write For The Web?
    [Writing-and-Speaking] Where else can you find thousands of potential publishers from across the world within minutes?


  • What Can We Learn About Success From Published Writers?
    [Writing-and-Speaking] Writers write? Right? Whether we're amateurs or professionals, we all share one common daily activity - writing.


  • Seven Tips for Writing Articles On the Web
    [Writing-and-Speaking] Writing articles for publication online is definitely different than writing anything for offline print publications. I have created a list of seven great tips to help you write effectively on the Internet.


  • What You May Not Learn In College... (Part Two)
    [Writing-and-Speaking:Writing] If you become a writer for any publication, private business, public entity, non-profit organization and/or large corporation that employs more than one editor, you may find that your job description, expected contributions, desired writing style and similar "guidelines" for your position - are subject to change daily/weekly/unpredictably - according to each editor's mood and/or personal preferences.


  • Top Seven Tips To Become A Good Stepmother
    [Home-and-Family:Parenting] Becoming a stepmother can undoubtedly be one of the most challenging, yet rewarding, experiences in a woman's life.


  • Directions For Life
    [Self-Improvement:Inspirational] Simple suggestions to make your life more fulfilling...


  • Since You've Been Gone...
    [Arts-and-Entertainment:Poetry] My life has changed in so so many ways It seems to always be in a state of disarray...


  • You Never Get A Second Chance To Make A First Impression
    [Business:Careers-Employment] There is no easy way to define exactly what editors, publishers, PR managers, non-profit directors, advertising executives, and other industry professionals want from writers.


  • Turning Your Passions Into Poems
    [Writing-and-Speaking] Writing poetry can be a phenomenal method for writers to reduce stress in their life.


  • Why Should Writers Give A Hoot About OWL's?
    [Writing-and-Speaking] Although Online Writing Labs or OWLs are developed by various universities throughout the world, they provide valuable resources for all types of writers.


  • 70 Things To Always Remember
    [Self-Improvement] An important list of things that you should never forget...


  • Top Ten Things My Six Year-Old Son Has Taught Me (So Far...)
    [Home-and-Family:Parenting] I've learned numerous, important lessons on life, motherhood and men by being the mommy of a little boy...


  • Working With Words: The Basics
    [Writing-and-Speaking] When we talk about the "craft of writing," we often think of style, technique and other aspects related to creativity.


  • Five Reasons To Develop A Website For Your Business
    [Internet-and-Businesses-Online] Whether you own a small business that caters to a select group of people or you run a large company that aims to satisfies the needs of a diverse range of consumers, you can benefit from creating an online presence.


  • Seven Tips To Get Your Press Release Noticed
    [Business:PR] If you're seeking to promote yourself or your new business on a limited budget, you probably cannot afford the benefit of hiring a public relations agency to work on your behalf - at least not in the beginning.


  • Ten Important Things Your Dog Wants You To Know
    [Pets:Dogs] If your dog could talk, these are some of most important things she would like to tell you...


  • Surviving As A Single Parent: Seven Simple Suggestions To Make Your Life Easier
    [Home-and-Family:Parenting] 1 - Forgive even if you will never be able to Forget -





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