John Franklin
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How to Introduce a Group of First-Time Players to Dungeons and DragonsRunning a Dungeons and Dragons game with a group of rookie players can be daunting if you aren't prepared. Here are some tips to help you teach the game. -
Why You Should Introduce a New Player to Your Dungeons and Dragons GameA lot of gaming groups don't like to introduce new players to their group, but you really should consider it: new players bring fresh perspectives to the game and can increase the fun for everyone.
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Review: Holy Cow Bakery and Coffee Shop in Ozark, ALThough Holy Cow bills itself as a bakery and coffee shop, it's really just a bakery that happens to offer a rudimentary coffee service. I wasn't impressed.
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Review: Mom's Best Naturals Sweetened Wheat-fulsMom's Best Naturals Sweetened Wheat-fuls are a tasty, healthy cereal at a great price.
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Review: Altec Lansing MUZX Classic EarbudsAltec MUZX Classics are a great pair of durable, high-quality earbuds that won't break the bank.
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Review - Logitech M510 Wireless MouseThe Logitech M510 is a durable, affordable wireless mouse with a few more features than standard mice, but without all the bells and whistles of high-end mice.
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The Sound of Purple: A Haiku by Gabriel GadflyA short haiku about love and synesthesia.
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First-Hand Advice for New Students of the University of MontevalloI attended the University of Montevallo from 2005-2008. Here's some advice for new students from someone who attended UM. -
Del Monte Harvest Selections Italian Style Pasta Bake: ReviewA quick convenient meal or a culinary nightmare? My experience with a Harvest Selections Italian Style Pasta Bake.
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Tips for Making and Keeping Fitness GoalsMaking and keeping fitness goals isn't as hard as everyone makes it out to be. You don't need dumb fad diets, personal trainers, or hundreds of dollars of fitness equipment to get in shape. All you need is a bit of mathematical know-how.
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How I Stay Healthy During This Bad EconomyMy personal tips and tricks for staying healthy in a bad economy -
Christmas Gift Ideas for the Zombie Survival BuffHaving difficult finding gifts for your favorite zombie survival fan? This article has some gift ideas for you. -
How Libraries Can Prepare for Swine FluLibraries are breeding grounds for disease, because they see a constant influx of people and the germs they carry. Here are a few steps libraries can take to protect their patrons and workers.
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How to Childproof an Apartment in 30 Minutes or LessYour date's coming over in a few minutes, but she's bringing the kids with her. Looking around your place, you realize your apartment is full of things dangerous and tempting to curious toddlers. What do you do? -
How to Date a Mother of Small ChildrenDating a mother of small children can be daunting. Here's some advice to help. -
My Personal Experience with Consolidating Student LoansMost college graduates are faced with the daunting task of paying back their student loans. For many, consolidating their loans is a good way to get a lower minimum payment. Here's my story.
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7 Ways to Simplify Your Life and Save MoneyA lot of the expenses of our lives comes from unnecessary products and services that we buy. Here are some things you can cut out of your life to simplify your life and save money.
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How to Give Away a KittenGiving away a kitten can be harder than it sounds. Here are some tips to help. -
University of Montevallo GuideWhether you're a student of the college or just passing through town, you need to stop and see these eight great places near the University of Montevallo. -
What to Do If You Lose a Library BookOccasionally, library books go missing. If you've lost a library book, what should you do? This article explains. -
How to Get a Bad Player to Leave Your Dungeons & Dragons GameEvery gaming group finds itself in a situation where one of the players simply can't get along with the rest of the group. This article shares some tips to help gaming groups deal with the problem in a civil manner.
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5 Skills Every Web 2.0 Librarian NeedsBut with all this Web 2.0 technojargon flying around, what's a clueless but eager librarian to do? This guide provides a tour of the Library 2.0 landscape and suggests some simple Web 2.0 skills every librarian needs to acquire.
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Living Comfortably on $9,000 a YearLiving comfortably doesn't have to be expensive. I make $9,000 a year and have, in my opinion, a great standard of living. Here's how. -
How to Survive a Zombie Apocalypse in Ozark, AlabamaIn the event of a zombie apocalypse, residents of Ozark, AL need to have an effective plan for dealing with the crisis. This article analyzes the town strongpoints and weaknesses as a defensive stronghold.
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The ZombieFlex WorkoutWhen the dead walk the earth, most of us are gonna die. If zombies don't eat us, we'll keel over from the exertion. The ZombieFlex Workout can help. -
How to Playtest a Homebrew Dungeons & Dragons CreationMany players decide to create their own monsters, classes, feats, and other D&D aspects, but these creations are rarely balanced. Here's some tips to help you balance your creations and preserve game playability.
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Low-Cost Summer Activities in Montevallo, AlabamaHere's some cheap activities to fill your summer days.
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How to Survive a Zombie Apocalypse in Montevallo, ALIn the event of a zombie apocalypse, you need to know what to do. Here is guide for students of the University of Montevallo and local townspeople.
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How to Avoid Late Fees on Library BooksThe library is a great place to get free books, but if you don't return books on time, you could end up with a hefty late fee. Here's some tips to help you avoid those fees.
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Using a Laptop to Spice Up Your Dungeons & Dragons GameMore and more D&D players are using laptops to help with their gaming experience. Here's some ideas.
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A Guide to Walking to WorkWalking to work is a great way to save money and get in shape. Here's some tips to help you start.
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Writers: 9 Things Your Website NeedsEvery writer should have a website, but what should go on it? Here's nine things to include on your writer's website.
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Writers: Foolproof Ways to Backup Your WorkEvery writer should make several backups of their work in case of computer crashes or natural disasters. Here's some ways you can backup your work.
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5 Great Places to Find Writing Ideas OnlineThe Internet is a great place to find inspiration for writing. Here's five places to look.
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Review: Darden's Old World Cafe in Enterprise, AlabamaThis little cafe in downtown Enterprise, Alabama is a great place to stop in for a bite to eat, a cup of coffee, and a bit of friendly conversation. -
Attract Readers to Your Poetry Website with Streaming Audio ReadingsStreaming audio is a great way for aspiring poets to reach new readers. Here's how to record and stream your own recorded poetry. -
How to Write Realistic Characters Using Real People as GuidelinesFictional characters stand out best when they possess qualities similar to those found in real people. This article will give you some tips to help.
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Using Proper Grammar in Poetry: How Important is It?The use of proper grammar in poetry is a contested topic. Here's my thoughts on it.
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Three Tips to Make Your Fantasy Novel More RealisticFantasy as a genre steps outside our reality, but writing realistically can help your readers connect to the story. Here's some tips to help.
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Aspiring Poets: Use Broadsides to Promote Your Poetry and Attract ReadersBroadsides are a cheap and easy way to put your poetry into the hands of your readers. This article will tell you how to make them, and what to do with them.
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Coping with the Emotional Stress of Prolonged UnemploymentWhen you've been unemployed for a long time, it's easy to want to give up hope. Here's some tips to help you cope and keep from getting depressed.
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How to Write Believable DialogueDialogue is a key part of many narrative works, but it can be difficult to write dialogue that is realistic and believable. Here are some tips to help.
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My Boss Asked Me to Do Something Unethical - Now What?Recently, my boss asked me to do something I considered to be morally wrong. Here's how I handled the situation.
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The Waffle King in Ozark, AlabamaA great 24-hour eatery on the southern outskirts of Ozark. The Waffle King makes a great stop on your way down to the Florida beaches.
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Postcards: A Valentine's Day Love PoemA very short love poem for Valentine's day.
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5 Unusual Places to Find Short Story IdeasThis article presents five unusual places to find short story ideas, useful for any writer of short fiction or even longer works or poetry.
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How to Make Meaningful Homemade Christmas GiftsHomemade Christmas gifts are a refreshing and inexpensive alternative to pricey store-bought presents. Here's seven great gift ideas to try.
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How to Defuse an Angry CustomerIf your job involves dealing face-to-face with customers, you will inevitably face angry ones. Here's some tips to help you handle the situation calmly and efficiently.
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Car Review: 1996 Honda AccordDespite its age, the 1996 Honda Accord is a safe, reliable vehicle with good gas mileage, requiring relatively little maintenance.
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An Epic Nerf ChristmasNothing says "Happy Holidays!" like a foam bullet to the side of the head.
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10 Things Every Hotel Desk Clerk Should KnowHotel desk clerks need to know a lot of information to help their guests orient themselves. Here's ten things every hotel front desk clerk should know.
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How to Host Your Own Trick-Or-Treat for Unicef Party This HalloweenTrick-or-treating for Unicef is a great way to have fun this Halloween and make a difference in the lives of children at the same time.
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Dakota Coffee in Dothan, AlabamaDakota Coffee Works is a quaint coffee shop on the west side of Dothan.