In part 2 of this series, we’ll examine another great program for self-publishing writers. The old saying “You get what you pay for” is not necessarily true. The open-source world offers increasingly powerful FREE software tools for writers. Most of these tools are available for multiple operating systems: Microsoft Windows, Mac, and my favorite, Linux. […]
Our own Coin-Operated critic goes to the theater! 50 Shades of Felt Presented by All Puppet Players Performance held at Playhouse on the Park at Central Arts Plaza 1850 N. Central Ave. Who knew a puppet show would be so wrong and yet so right? Imagine “Raunchy” on steroids! This adults-only satirical adaption of […]
These were the first words spoken over the telephone on March 7, 1876, by inventor Alexander Graham Bell to his assistant Thomas Watson. He originally called it the “harmonic telegraph” as it was the next logical progression from Samuel F. B. Morse’s “dit-dit-dash” communication system. Bell was born on this day in 1847 in Edinburgh, […]
(With apologies for the horrible rhyme.) Today is National Read Across America, the day for the promotion of reading popularized by the National Education Association. It just happens to coincide with the birthday of Theodor Seuss Geisel (1904-1991), better known as Dr. Seuss. The books of Dr. Seuss have been a profound influence on children […]
The old saying “You get what you pay for” is not necessarily true. For writers on a budget – as well as those who like to tinker and have things their way – the open-source world offers increasingly powerful FREE software tools for writers. Many writers swear by Scrivener, and I agree that it’s a […]
I had a bit of trepidation in going to see the new Black Panther movie because of all the hype surrounding it. Lately, it seems that the media picks a movie to champion for some political reason, and if the public doesn’t agree it’s because we’re stupid or bigoted. For example, I found Jordan Peele’s […]
Reviewing Arizona’s eateries. Top Shelf, 35th and Peoria Avenue, Phoenix 2-17-18 First impression: 3 out of 5 croutons. The lobby was spacious, with a fountain in the center. Lots of cheerful disembodied voices greeted us as we were seated immediately. The ambiance: 3 out of 5 croutons. Nothing special here. It is the same as […]
