Western media romanticizes World War II, but few folks in the U.S. are familiar with the global conflict that dominated the back half of the 1910s and destroyed European empires. If Franz Ferdinand is just an alt-rock band to you, check out these five books about World War I to get better acquainted with the military campaigns that would change … Continue reading 5 Books about World War I
I used to be a devoted fan, but I stopped reading fantasy, somewhere along the line. With that being the case, I was pleasantly surprised at just how much I enjoyed The Color of Magic, the first title in Terry Pratchett's legendary Discworld series. If you aren't a fantasy fan at all, fear not. The … Continue reading The Color of Magic: A Review
Newbie job applicants are often surprised to learn that employers want to see resumes for entry-level listings. Knowing how to write a resume with no experience is an essential life skill, and it can make all the difference between breaking into your field or stagnating in a non-degreed position. I've geared this guide toward helping fresh college … Continue reading How to Write a Resume with No Experience
Why do the people who claim to be anti-abortion staunchly oppose measures --- such as access to contraceptives and comprehensive sex education --- that would allow women to avoid unwanted pregnancy, and therefore abortion? That's the question at the heart of How the Pro-Choice Movement Saved America, Cristina Page's examination of the abortion issue at … Continue reading How the Pro-Choice Movement Saved America: A Review
This was a big news week for me. I got to write about an adult coloring book sold for charity, the Black Panther video series, and an ambitious Kickstarter to fix HBO's Game of Thrones. Here at the blog, I tackled the building blocks of self-promotion and some great books for new graduates. Check out everything I … Continue reading UPDATE: All Posts 8 – 14 May 2016