Simran Silva
I am a freelance writer for several magazines, e-zines and newspapers. I have finished a screenplay and am working on adapting it as a novel, while getting my book of short stories ready for publication.
Read More »
...
- Page Views
- 409,492
- Content
- 51
- Fans
- 17
- Contributor since
- 6/29/2005
Education/Experience
Some collegeMotto
Don't crack under pressure!
Displaying Results 1 - 51 (of 51) for All Content
-
Award Winning Raisin CakeMy grandmother's recipe for raisin cake which won at the 4-H fair. -
Memories Made in Momma's KitchenHere is my mom's zucchini bread recipe. Thinking about it brings back so many memories. -
Healthier Without Wheat - Book ReviewThe leading resource for discovering your wheat allergy or gluten intolerance.
-
Gluten-free Girl - Book ReviewAfter thirty-some years of suffering from an "unknown" disease, accompanied by countless medical tests and unexplainable exhaustion, she was finally diagnosed with Celiac Disease. This is her story.
-
Top Ten Songs by My Favorite Artist - Navin KundraNavin's songs are special because the lyrics are mostly in Hindi and Punjabi (which I know very little of). However, Navin has ability to transcend language barriers and tug at your heartstrings. -
Book Review - Writing the Breakout NovelWriting the Breakout Novel is one book that will definitely help you take your fiction writing to the next level.
-
The Author's Guide to Building an Online Platform: Leveraging the Internet to Sell More BooksThe Author's Guide not only gives you a storehouse of ideas but it will get you started and walk you through the sometimes confusing world of publishing, so that you too can be a successful author. -
Freelancing for Newspapers: Writing for an Overlooked Market - ReviewFreelancing for Newspapers helps writers take a good look at the world of newspapers and how we can successfully tailor our writing for it. -
The Frugal Editor ReviewThe Frugal Editor should be one of the main books on the desks (within easy reach) of all writers that comes to be a well-used reference. -
Cover Letter Magic: Trade Secrets of Professional Resume Writers: ReviewThis definitely is a book all writers should have on their desk for quick and easy reference.
-
The Screenwriter's Workbook (Revised): ReviewAfter an amazing twenty-two year run, the original classic 1984 Screenwriter's Workbook (Dell Trade Paperback) was revised and updated in 2006. -
The Shortest Distance Between You and a Published Book ReviewSusan Page outlines the twenty steps to getting published successfully, giving you "everything you need to know in the order you need to know it". -
The Quick Resume and Cover Letter Book Author: ReviewOut of all the resume books I've read, The Quick Resume and Cover Letter Book Author was the most helpful in terms of advise, information, creative ideas and sample resumes. -
Make a Real Living as a Freelance Writer: ReviewMake a Real Living as a Freelance Writer is a great "how to write" book by Jenna Glatzer. It is one of her many informative books on writing. -
Outwitting Writer's Block and Other Problems of the Pen: ReviewOutwitting Writer's Block and Other Problems of the Pen is another of Jenna Glatzer's "how to write" books. -
Developing an Effective Online Course: ReviewAll in all, a very detailed and informative writer's guide to developing an effective online course.
-
New Directions in Teaching Memoir: A Studio Workshop Approach: ReviewThis studio workshop approach for the genre of contemporary memoir is quite interesting, as it is written from the standpoint of the instructor who is teaching a class on writing memoir.
-
New Writer's Handbook 2007ReviewThe New Writer's Handbook is an anthology of the best and practical advice that writers can use to hone their craft and make a successful career with their writing.
-
Oh Java!This article is to introduce my e-book idea or maybe a stand-up comedy routine. The name '˜Oh Java!' must be credited to Dawn. Some stories were experienced first hand, others were related to me by employees of the same coffee house.
-
Candles in the FridgeBecause this true story of our vacation was written by my mom many years back and I am submitting it in her memory, I am not be taking an initial payment for it. Her humor was priceless, please enjoy. -
Devdas: Hindi Film PreviewFilm preview on one of Bollywood's (Hindi Cinema) popular films that has been made and remade several times. -
Bollywood 101: PART 1This article is the first in a series to explain what Bollywood from the beginning to the present.
-
For Great Vegan and Vegetarian Food - Kabob and Curry is the Place to GoThis review is for Kabob and Curry's vegan and vegetarian selections, for dining in, taking out and catering services.
-
Zinda HoonNavin Kundra's First Music Video Zinda Hoon (Hindi for I'm Alive) is Taking Off! -
Navin Kundra - UK's Indian Singer, Songwriter & ComposerNavin Kishore Kundra is one of UK's fastest rising Indian singer/songwriters today. His amazing versatility allows him to write and perform songs not only in Hindi, but in Punjabi and English too.
-
"CP Spotlight: Rajen Nair"His articles are always so intense and well written that I chose him for the interview.
-
It's NaNoWriMo Time Again!What is NaNoWriMo all about and how can you get involved? It's fun. It's insane. Join us!
-
Welcome to the Exotic World of Indian Cinema with "Bollywood Legends" - India's Answer to Barbie and Ken DollsLondon-based entrepreneur Shameen Jivraj has joined forces with Funskool India and leading toy manufacturer/distributor Spin Master Toys UK in order to launch the first-ever Bollywood dolls.
-
Top Ten Songs by ChicagoThe dream began on February 15, 1967. Thirty-nine years later, Chicago has come to enjoy 20 Top Ten singles, 12 Top Ten albums (five were #1), and record sales of more than 120 million.
-
Top Ten Songs by Sonu NigamIndian cinema (Bollywood) has many song and dance sequences integrated within the storyline of the films. Most actors don't sing but lip sync the songs, therefore, playback singers lend their voices in song for this purpose.
-
Top Ten Songs by Udit NarayanIndian cinema (Bollywood) has many song and dance sequences integrated within the storyline of the films. Most actors don't sing but lip sync the songs, therefore, playback singers lend their voices in song for this purpose.
-
Top Ten Songs by George StraitGeorge's 34th album, 'It Just Comes Naturally' will be released on October 3, 2006. He appeared in three films, 'The Soldier' (1982), 'The Horse Whisperer' (1998) and 'Grand Champion' (2002) but starred in "Pure Country' (1992) in which he really shined.
-
Top Ten Songs by Alan JacksonFiddles and steel guitars added to Alan's unique voice bring out the flavor of true country music that warms our hearts and keeps our feet tapping.
-
Classical Music: For Relaxation and HealingClassical Music can be used to help in many assets of our busy life besides just for enjoyment. Relaxation and healing are just two of those ways.
-
Popular Royalty-free Classical Music ComposersIn the world of popular royalty free classical music the following famous composers' musical works certainly rank at the top. So as a tribute to them and their creativeness, here is a short biography for each of these geniuses.
-
Popular Royalty-free Classical Music TracksBy providing these masterpieces for you in a wide range of formats, you too can have a professional royalty free classical music library of tracks at your fingertips.
-
More Uses for Classical Music: What is Royalty-free Music?Royalty free music (aka buyout production music) is music that can be used for a variety of purposes.
-
Classical Music: Music-On-Hold (MOH) (aka Elevator Music)Music-On-Hold (MOH), also referred to as elevator music is prerecorded music that callers listen to after being put on hold.
-
Our Trip to "Little India" in New JerseyLiving in the US, so far from India, yet wanting to experience as much of its culture as possible in a weekend, four of us went to Iselin/Edison, NJ. It was an experience we will never forget.
-
Shah Rukh Khan 101: Bollywood's No. 1 StarThis article will give you an idea of why Shah Rukh Khan (SRK) is Indian cinema's No. 1 actor!
-
The Namesake - A Film PreviewHeartwarming and heartwrenching story of a Bengali family who move from Calcutta, India to New York, USA to start their new life.
-
Bollywood: An Insider's Guide set to provide a glimpse of the glamour behind the peacock screenThis collection features rare interviews previously unavailable in their complete unedited format as well as ones appearing for the first time in print since their original publication in various newspapers and websites.
-
Bollywood in Review: Kal Ho Na Ho (If Tomorrow Never Comes)Naina and her siblings live in a divided household - half Punjabi and half Catholic. Her young life is not only clouded because of a tragedy, but her mother and grandmother constantly argue. Will she ever find someone to love her despite all of this?
-
Bollywood in Review: Kuch Kuch Hota Hai (Something is Happening): An All Time BlockbusterKaran Johar's first film, prior to K3G. Some of the same actors were in both such as Shahrukh and Kajol; interestingly playing characters of the same name in both films (Rahul and Anjali). The story lines are quite different though, as you will see.
-
Bollywood in Review: Kabhi Khushi Kabhi Gham (K3G): Sometimes Happiness, Sometimes Sorrow)Kabhi Khushi Kabhi Gham is the first Hindi cinema (Bollywood) film that I watched. It was produced by Dharma Productions and directed by Karan Johar. It's a good film to introduce one to Bollywood.
-
"The Most Beautiful Woman in the World"Biographical account of Bollywood/Hollywood Indian actress Aishwarya Rai.
-
Wedding StoryThere is no way to describe it - you'll have to relive it with me. It's the honeymoon of all honeymoons for sure.
-
Women's Abuse in India, America and ElsewhereThe abuse of women is rampant globally. Read true experiences of the victims and how you can help stop the violence.
-
The Ashram by Sattar MemonWhat novel can you access where not only does East meet West but also where the aspects of their combined cultures, rituals and spirituality are creatively intertwined into a well rounded wonderfully written story?
-
The Doctor is in: Interview with Sattar Memon, Author of The AshramDr. Kingsley travels to an ashram in India, trying to escape his suicidal thoughts after his wife's death. At the same time, a young woman struggles to keep her own husband alive, not only out of love, but for her own safety.
-
Indian Night in Providence, RIThis was my first cultural experience with music from India. It is an experience I will never forget.