Skylar Hamilton Burris
Skylar Hamilton Burris is the author of three novels, including Conviction: A Sequel to Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice. She has also written a compilation of poetry, a guide book, and a collection of literary criticism. She has served as the editor of Ancient Paths literary magazine for over a decade. Skylar holds an M.A. in English and a B.A. in English and Economics. For more information about her books or her affordable copy editing services for businesses and authors, please visit her website at editorskylar.com.
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2012 Vacation Bible Schools and Christian Camps in Fairfax, VaVacation Bible Schools are a great way for kids to have fun at a low or sometimes no cost during the summer. Check out these 2012 summer offerings in or near Fairfax, Va.
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Top 5 Zoos for Families in the D.C. Metro AreaGet tips on visiting five family-friendly zoos in the D.C. metropolitan area.
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East Coast Earthquake: 50 Thoughts in 15 SecondsA first-person account of the earthquake that hit Virginia Tuesday.
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Should Students Apply for Early Admission to College?Students who are considering applying for early admission to college should first review the pros and cons of early admission programs. Here are four factors to consider when navigating the college admission maze.
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Cheapskates and Millionaires: A Common ThreadIn their books, Thomas J Stanley and Jeff Yeager reveal that the road to financial security is paved with frugality.
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Inexpensive Water Parks in Northern VirginiaLearn how to save money on admission to local water parks and choose the best of nine parks for your family using this helpful guide to Northern Virginia water parks.
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Top 10 Tips for Controlling EczemaDespite a thousand product promises, eczema cures remain elusive. It is possible to get a handle on your atopic eczema, however, even if you can't eliminate it permanently. Learn how to manage eczema symptoms, minimize outbreaks and avoid infections.
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Free Summer Movies in Fairfax, VirginiaIf you are looking for free or cheap family-friendly movies in Fairfax, Virginia this summer, check out these children's movie options. From free outdoor movies to low-cost summer movie camps, you'll find an inexpensive way to enjoy the big screen.
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How to Write a Sestina and SurviveLearn how to write one of the most complicated forms of poetry one step at a time. After reading this article, you'll be able to craft your own sestina with greater confidence.
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Top Five Ways to Beat the Northern Virginian Heat This SummerLooking for something to do with the kids in Northern Virginia this summer? Don't want to bake to a toasty crisp in the sun while you're doing it? Consider these five family-friendly summer activities.
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Learning How to Think: A Reading List for Parents Considering a Classical EducationMany parents who are dissatisfied with the modern education system are turning to other methods of schooling. This reading list will give parents a deeper understanding of the methods and motives of one such alternative: classical education.
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Are Pink Things and Princesses Oppressing Our Girls?Parents naturally fear for their children, but in case you aren't worried enough about keeping your children safe, healthy, and well educated, you can always freak out that your daughter loves pink. Read on if your fear tank is not quite full.
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Unmasked: A SestinaThe sestina is one of the most complicated forms of poetry. Read an original sestina by the editor of Ancient Paths literary magazine.
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How to Save Money While Entertaining Kids This SummerYou can survive summer without breaking the family budget. Here are six tips that will help you enjoy fun summer activities while still saving money.
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The Anti-Homework Revolution and Its OpponentsIn recent years, there has been a loud outcry against the practice of assigning homework to students. As the anti-homework movement grows, parents and educators are asking whether homework helps or harms our children.
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Is Obesity Really Unhealthy?Studies show that overweight people actually live longer on average than people with an "ideal" BMI. Does that mean it's healthy to be fat?
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Summer 2011 Vacation Bible Schools in Fairfax, VirginiaVacation Bible Schools (VBS) provide a great, half-day summer camp experience for kids. Here is a detailed list of 2011 Vacation Bible Schools in Fairfax, Virginia.
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Are We Overdiagnosing Psychological Disorders?Are personality quirks being defined as mental disorders? Are psychiatric medications overprescribed? Is introversion normal? Do labels help people, or limit them? Christopher Lane explores these questions and more in his controversial book.
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Introverts Are Not IdiotsIn her book The Introvert Advantage, Marti Olsen Laney sets out to bolster the self-worth of introverts. Instead, she ends up making them look like helpless children.
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Woe is Generation Me! or NotJene M Twenge chronicles the misery of those born between the years 1970 and 2000 in her book Generation Me, but is the pain of the present generation self-inflicted?
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Is it Possible to Practice Self-Control in an Age of Excess?Credit card debt. National debt. Obesity. Drug addiction. Video game addiction. Internet addiction. Does America have a self-control problem?
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How Will the Censure Fall?A poem from the editor of Ancient Paths Literary Magazine.
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Summer Vacation Gems: Fairfax County's Three Lake ParksIf you're looking for an inexpensive day trip in Northern Virginia, consider one of Fairfax County's three lake-side parks, which offer attractions ranging from miniature golf to waterslides.
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Six Small Press Poetry Books that SoarHere are six of the best small press poetry titles that have crossed my desk over the past ten years.
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What is Reader Response Criticism?Reader response criticism is one of many critical tools that can be used in the analysis of literature. Learn how to apply this approach.
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A Formalist Reading of Sandra Cisneros's "Woman Hollering Creek"This academic exercise takes a formalistic critical approach to a short story of Sandra Cisneros. Formalism, or New Criticism, is but one useful tool for examining literature.
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What is New Criticism?There are a variety of critical approaches students can take to analyzing literature. One of the most popular critical approaches is New Criticism, also known as Formalism. Learn more about this type of literary criticism.
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A Guide to Beaches Within Two Hours of Washington, D.CDon't want to drive a long way and stay overnight, but still want the family to enjoy a beach experience? Then check out these small local beaches in Maryland and Virginia. Each is less than a two-hour drive from D.C.
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A Battle of WitsThis humorous exchange of letters was inspired by Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice.
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Why You Should Toss Your Parenting Books in the TrashFor generations, child rearing "experts" have told parents that with the right parenting methods, they can ensure the success and good moral character of their children. Judith Rich Harris suggests that's hooey.
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Are Boys Being Battered on the Battlefield of School?Christina Hoff Sommers argues that there is a "war against boys" in the American education system. Is there a concerted effort to "feminize" boys that is truly damaging their psyches and ruining their chances of academic success?
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Thomas Sowell's Personal OdysseyThomas Sowell, author of numerous works on race, culture, economics, and sociology, may seem a dry figure for an autobiography, but readers will be easily caught up in his personal odyssey.
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Can Exposure to Nature Really Prevent ADD?In The Last Child in the Woods, Richard Louv argues that our children are suffering from nature deficit disorder. But is a lack of frolicking in the fields really causing ADD, obesity, and other modern problems?
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Fanfiction: Can a Hobby Earn Respect?A new hobby has taken wing this past decade, and it has come to roost on the internet: fanfiction. But will fanfiction ever be considered a legitimate art form?
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Did Jane Austen Celebrate Halloween?Did the author of Pride and Prejudice give out candy to trick-or-treaters or otherwise celebrate Halloween? How did Halloween as we know it evolve?
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Is Public Education Making Us Stupid?How does compulsory schooling and state control effect the quality of American education? In his book Dumbing Us Down, John Gatto says it's time to tear down the system.
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Too Many Kids Are Going to College (and Other Unpopular Truths)In his book Real Education, controversial author Charles Murray takes aim at the "educational romanticism" that has so long defined educational goals and reforms in America.
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Battle Hymn of the Tiger Mother: An Uneven SongAmy Chau ignited a firestorm with her controversial Battle Hymn of the Tiger Mother. Arguments erupted over parenting choices and cultural differences. As this review shows, however, Chau's book boasts more gray areas than one might expect.
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Three Movies You May Have MissedConsider renting one of these three little known dramatic gems on VHS or DVD: Bartelby, Bringing Out the Dead, or Conspiracy. -
'The War on Mel Gibson' Defends 'The Passion of the Christ'The book The War on Mel Gibson: The Media Versus the Passion by Gary North will be of interest to anyone who has followed the battle over The Passion played out by movie reviewers, actors, newscasters, and politicians.
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How to Write a Great SpeechWhether you're opening a meeting on the job, giving a toast, or participating in a competition, you need to know how to write a quality speech. Learn how to use humor, anecdotes, quotations, and rhetorical devices to make your speech captivating.
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Juliet B. Schor's 'Born to Buy': Prudent or Paranoid?In the recent nonfiction release Born to Buy, Juliet P. Schor discusses the commercialized child and the new consumer culture. Schor blames the consumer culture and the corporations that fuel it for a wide host of problems, while dismissing other causes.
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Tot in Toe: Movie Theaters for Northern Virginia MothersIf you are a parent living in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area, then you should know that Northern Virginia boast several movie theaters that will enable you to enjoy yourself without having to hire a babysitter. -
Four Keys to Business Success Start With GoalsTo navigate that often ominous ocean known as the business world, you need to understand the power and purpose of goals; aspire to something higher; plan, but don't procrastinate; and, finally, cease fearing failure. -
Six Steps Towards Effective Communication at WorkEffective communication is essential in any line of work. Follow these six keys to effective communication, and your day will flow more smoothly.
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Infant and Toddler Activity Guide for Northern VirginiaNorthern Virginian parents of infants and toddlers can find a plethora of activities for their children and themselves. Are you looking for parks, kid-friendly restaurants, or classes and gyms for your tiny tot? Then this is the guide for you.
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How to Choose an EditorIf you are preparing your novel for self-publication or simply for submission, you need to make sure it is thoroughly edited. If you follow these five simple steps, you'll be able to choose an editor who's right for you.