Luke Patrick

Luke was born, like most people. He has been quite busy ever since, and only slightly the better off for it. He is the author of one novel, The Moreau Theatre of Circus Spectacles, and countless articles.
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  • 5 Tips to Improve Android Smartphone Security
    With recent security threats to Android phones, these five steps will help ensure your Google smartphone is tight, secure and malware free.
  • IPad 2 and IPad Compared
    If Apple's latest tech offering, the iPad 2, has you wondering just what's changed from its predecessor, look no further! Check out all the specs and spans of the original iPad as compared to the new iPad 2.
  • Guide to Planning and Writing a Script
    Are you planning to write a play or screenplay? Before you set pen to paper, look over these quick planning and writing tips to ensure your script is as tight as it can be'"before you write your first piece of dialog.
  • Review of the LG Optimus V for Virgin Mobile
    The LG Optimus V for Virgin Mobile packs a strong Android 2.2 experience for a cheap price, and a low monthly rate. With great 3G data coverage and a stellar platform, the phone is an absolute steal.
  • How to Learn a Foreign Language
    No matter what language you are learning, this collection of foreign language learning tips will help you study better and reatian what you learn longer.
  • How to Restring a Guitar or Bass
    This guide to restringing a guitar or bass will help you replace old guitar strings with a fresh set, improving tone and playability.
  • Top Ten Time Killing Apps for iPhone and Android
    A fun list of ten time killing apps for iPhone and Android that will help you breeze through your morning commute, your red-eye layover, or even just a lazy afternoon.
  • Review of the Evernote Suite for PC and Mobile
    Evernote is a fantastic application for people on the go who need to keep track of lots of notes, pictures, video, and information. With a free price-tag and availability on almost every platform, there's hardly a reason not to try Evernote.
  • Review of the Film Noir Classic Sunset Boulevard
    "Sunset Boulevard" is a wonderfully shot, beautifully written classic in the film noir genre, and is worthy of the countless praise it has accumulated over the years.
  • Review of Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid
    "Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid" is a classic movie that, at its heart, could only be worth the hype if the writers had worked harder on the characters and improved the dialog.
  • New Facebook App Helps Track (or Break Up) Relationships
    New Facebook app "WaitingRoom" notifies users of the social-media site when their crushes are no longer taken'"but it can also help break up the relationship, first.
  • How to Improve Fuel Efficiency and Get More Miles to the Gallon
    A handful of quick tips to help increase the fuel efficiency of your car, saving you money at the pump and helping you get more miles to the gallon.
  • American Guide to British Slang
    A quick guide to some basic words and phrases in British slang. If you're an American looking to converse in the United Kingdom, these short slang definitions will surely help you out.
  • Free Amazon Prime Streaming Video Service
    Amazon Prime subscribers can now enjoy an extra perk for their $79 a year'"unlimited video streaming of over 5,000 titles. But does Amazon's Video on Demand really pose a threat to industry giants like Netflix?
  • How to Write Better Characters
    Three tips to help you write better characters in all forms of creative writing, including short stories, novels, plays, and screenplays.
  • 5 Tips to Improve Your Screenplay
    Five tips to keep in mind when writing or revising your screenplay, be it for the silver screen or just your own enjoyment.
  • Making Sense of Darren Aronofsky's Black Swan
    Take a detailed look at Darren Aronofsky's masterpiece, "Black Swan," including its themes, plot points, and loose-ends.
  • Review of Bryan Lee O'Malley's Lost at Sea
    Bryan Lee O'Malley, the artist best known for his "Scott Pilgrim" series, has produced a masterpiece of teen literature in his debut graphic novel, "Lost at Sea."
  • Review of Daniel Clowes' "Ghost World"
    Daniel Clowes second published comic, "Ghost World", though an engaging characters study, falls short in the end with its simmering humour and unbridled sarcasm.
  • HP TouchPad "Topaz" and "Opal" Coming to the US
    HP announced at an event on February 9 that they will indeed be bringing 1.2 ghz, webOS-powered 9-inch and 7-inch TouchPad tablets to market in the US.
  • IOS Notifications Overhaul Coming to the iPhone?
    Leaked reports and rumors are speculating that Apple may purchase App Remix, the company responsible for the iOS app Boxcar, in an attempt to overhaul iPhone notifications.
  • Motorola Xoom to Cost $800
    The Motorola Xoom tablet PC, which has a tentative launch date in March, will ship at Best Buy for $800.
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  • How to Ollie 180
    5 Quick steps that will teach you to ollie 180, one of the best and simplest tricks in modern skateboarding.
  • How to Hop 180 in BMX
    Learn how to do a basic J-Hop (Bunny Hop) 180, adding flair and style to the most basic trick in BMX and to your street routines.
  • Arthur Miller's Death of a Salesman
    Arthur Miller's "Death of a Salesman" is a near perfect play, combining good characters, moving plot, and deep symbolism. Truly the best Broadway has to offer.
  • Understanding Albert Camus' The Guest
    Albert Camus' shorty story "The Guest" exemplifies the philosophy of Absurdism while gracefully explaining how Existentialism fits into modern life.
  • How to Two Peg Grind in BMX
    Learn the basics of how to do a Two Peg Grind on a BMX bike, forming a backbone for all other grind tricks in the sport.
  • John Keats' Ode on a Grecian Urn
    John Keats' "Ode on a Grecian Urn" is not true, but even though it's almost entirely fiction, does it still uphold Keats' own standards of beauty?
  • 'Naked Cowboy' to Run for President in 2012
    New York's "Naked Cowboy," Robert Burck, announced yesterday that he will be running for president in 2012.
  • 'I Like It On' Facebook Statuses Explained
    Women across the globe are posting Facebook statuses that say "I like it on the" to draw attention to breast cancer during Breast Cancer Awareness Month, which happens every October.
  • Commonwealth Games Open in New Delhi
    The 19th Commonwealth Games open in New Delhi to a blaze of music, fireworks, and screaming fans.
  • 'Titanic' 3D Coming in 2012
    James Cameron's 1997 hit "Titanic" will return to the silver screen in 2012, this time in full 3-D.
  • Comedian Greg Giraldo is Dead
    Comedian Greg Giraldo has died after an accidental overdose on prescription drugs.
  • How to Read Guitar Chord Diagrams and Charts
    A complete guide to reading and understanding chord diagrams. Learn the basics of reading, playing, and voicing chords from charts, a fundamental skill in the world of six-string guitar.
  • 'Star Wars' 3D Coming in 2012, Lucas Says
    George Lucas and Industrial Light and Magic will be bringing the popular sci-fi series "Star Wars" back to theaters in 3-D during 2012.
  • Understanding Concrete Poetry
    A quick guide to concrete poetry, including what it is, different forms of it, and how you can write your own.
  • RIM Introduces BlackBerry PlayBook
    Research in Motion, the makers of the BlackBerry line of cellphones, announced a new tablet called the BlackBerry PlayBook.
  • Five Ways to Improve BlackBerry Battery Life
    A five-step guide to improving the battery life and performance of your BlackBerry smartphone.
  • The Basics of Reading Guitar Tablature
    Learn the basics of how to read guitar tablature, the standard form of written guitar parts. Learn to recognize chords, notes, and rhythms, and how to play a song from a printed page of tablature.
  • How to Drop in on a BMX
    Learn the steps necessary to drop into a ramp, half-pipe or quarter-pipe, or hip correctly, and without injuring yourself.
  • How to Ollie a Skateboard
    Learn how to do the foundation of modern skateboarding, the Ollie. Mastering the four steps of this trick is essential to hammering out bigger, more advanced skating.
  • How to Manual on a BMX
    Learn one of the core tricks in BMX riding, the manual. Learn how to balance the bike on its back wheel, and how to keep the front up longer, and smoother.
  • How to Bunny Hop on a BMX
    How to get you and your bike into the air with as much height as possible.
  • Top 4 Snowboarding Jackets for Men
    Are you looking for a grade-A jacket this winter? These four jackets are the best around, and will have you looking like the king of the mountain in no time.
  • How the Feline Eye Operates
    Have you ever wondered how your cat can see so well, especially at night? A cat's eye is a biological marvel, and can easily be explained and contrasted with the human eye.
  • Holiday Games for Your Party
    Are you hosting an office or house party? Here are three ideas to make your party the toast of the season.
  • Holiday Games for Your Family
    Are you looking to spice up the old family get-together over the holiday? Here are three fun, holiday games that will get the whole family involved.
  • Wine: Drinking Inside the Box
    Though once the underbelly of wine-drinking, box wines are quickly becoming a cheap and tasty addition to any meal. Savour these fantastic wines, and discover the best in the box.
  • How to Hang an Upside-Down Christmas Tree
    This guide will show you just how to hang an upside down Christmas tree from your ceiling. This nontraditional piece of holiday cheer is sure to put a smile on you and your family's faces.
  • Where to Buy Glass Ornaments for Christmas
    Do you need to find glass Christmas ornaments for your Christmas tree? Here are five places to buy the best ornaments, both traditional and unusual.
  • How to Wrap a Big Christmas Gift
    Did you buy a gift that's too big to wrap? Here are some quick and easy methods to get that present hidden and tucked safely under the tree.
  • A Traditional Christmas Meal Done English Style
    Whether you're a true Brit, or just someone looking to cook like one this holiday season, here are four delicious traditional recipes from the British Isles for your holiday table.
  • The History of Halloween: The Tradition Behind the Costumes
    Have you ever wondered where the American Halloween tradition came from? Discover the pagan roots, Catholic recreation, and eventual celebration of America's funnest holiday.
  • An All Out Guide to the iPod Shuffle for Holiday Buyers
    Are you looking for an iPod Shuffle this holiday season? Whether you're looking for yourself or a loved one, read all you need to know about Apple's smallest iPod yet right here.
  • Romantic Vacations for the Coming Year
    Looking for an escape to some romance and fun? Here are five hot locations for you and your loved one's next romantic vacation.
  • Quicken Health Bill Pay
    Quicken Health Bill Pay provides an easy way for patients and doctors to manage health bills and insurance coverage.
  • Celebrity Cuisine in Los Angeles
    Looking for the best celebrity-owned restaurants in L.A.? Here's the cream of the crop, serving the best cuisine from the world over.
  • On Hunting: The Case Against the Gun Case
    Ever wanted to stab a bear to death? Well maybe you should. The case against guns, and why every man should hunt with a steak-knife.
  • Siddhartha: An Analysis
    An analysis and overview of Herman Hesse, his life, and his master meditation on Buddhism, Siddhartha.
  • Wine or Beer, Tonight? How About Both?
    My top 5 barley wines (Talon, Fred, Old Crustacean, Old Ruffian, and Bigfoot) reviewed, and the importance of a good barley wine explained.
  • How to Make Your Christmas Card Shine
    These ten tips will help make your Christmas card the highlight of the season-for both you and your loved ones.
  • Eight Stocking Stuffer Ideas for Teen Boys
    Are you worried about the holiday season sneaking up on you? Don't panic just yet: Here's eight tips to help you fill your teen boy's stocking with the things he loves-and will love you for.
  • An Analysis of James Joyce and His Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man
    An overview and analysis of James Joyce, his life, and his semi-autobiographical bildungsroman Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man.
  • Thanksgiving: A Survivor's Guide
    It's that time of the year again, and Thanksgiving is upon us. Explore America's proudest holiday from history to the modern day, with all the stress in between.

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