Over on her blog, Jenny Crusie is compiling a list of romantic comedies — just movies, for now — and then refining the best-of lists for the '30s through the '70s. There are a ton I haven't seen; I'm off to Netflix now… … [Read more...] about Romantic Comedies
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on fanfic policies
An open letter to professionally-published authors who despise fanfic of their own works — well said. Also worth noting: Jim Butcher's fanfic policy, which is the most sensible I've seen. … [Read more...] about on fanfic policies
Becoming a fan of Seanan McGuire
I'm still mired in revisions, and I haven't had much reading time lately, but I do try to give myself a break at lunchtime, usually with a book. This past week, I've been having lunch with Seanan McGuire, in a literary sort of way. I'd heard that Rosemary and Rue was a pleasant … [Read more...] about Becoming a fan of Seanan McGuire
come see me at the Arkansas HighEdWeb regional conference
Since they've sent the press release, I suppose I can now tell you about that other speaking engagement: I'm the keynote speaker for the Arkansas HighEdWeb regional conference in July! They've just issued a call for presentation proposals. Send one in, and come see me! … [Read more...] about come see me at the Arkansas HighEdWeb regional conference
Special Deductions for Freelancers
Special Deductions for Freelancers — a tax form for the marginally employed. … [Read more...] about Special Deductions for Freelancers
Where you can hear me speak about WordPress
Tomorrow, I'm speaking at the CASE District IV conference in Austin. I'm on at 3:30, talking about how I use WordPress as a complete CMS to manage several university offices' sites. This is a shorter, updated version of my half-day workshop last fall at HighEdWeb. This Wednesday … [Read more...] about Where you can hear me speak about WordPress
Shut up, brain.
Last night I finished writing the last chapter of my WordPress book (huzzah! confetti!) and went promptly to bed, being rather worn out. Not ten minutes later, my brain coughed up a scene and a plot complication for the mystery novel I put on the back burner several months … [Read more...] about Shut up, brain.
WordPress Workshop Day
WordPress Workshop Day — I am teaching the afternoon session on themes. Use discount code WPLEARYS to get 10% off your registration! … [Read more...] about WordPress Workshop Day
Why This Moment Matters
Why This Moment Matters … [Read more...] about Why This Moment Matters
What the health care reform bill means for you
What the health care reform bill means for you — an interactive thingy from the NY Times. … [Read more...] about What the health care reform bill means for you
