Stephanie Burkhart
Stephanie Burkhart (who also writes under the pen name SG Cardin) grew up in Manchester, New Hampshire. She served in the military from 1986-1997. She currently works as a 911 Dispatcher for LAPD.
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Book Review for "The Tales of Beedle the Bard"Discover Harry Potter's wizarding world's unique fairytales in "The Tales of Beedle the Bard." Filled with wizarding fables that invoke "Grimm's Fairytales," these five short stories carry messages of hope, morality, and virtue. -
How to Spot Agent/ Publisher ScamsYou're a new aspiring writer and have just put together a manuscript you want to shop around. How do you go about it and not get scammed? Remember this as your guiding rule: you don't pay an agent or a publisher to represent you - they pay you.
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Holiday Activities at Knotts Berry FarmKnotts's current theme is "Knotts Merry Farm," and the park is decorated for the Christmas season. The amusement park features the Peanuts characters created by Charles M. Schultz. Just recently, my family and I had the opportunity to visit. -
Top Christmas Gift Card Ideas for College StudentsDuring these tough economic times, it's especially tough on college students who have to juggle class work, homework, grocery shopping and day-to-day activities during the Christmas season. -
Healthy Eating, Diet Modification During a PregnancyOnce you find out you're pregnant, it's important to look at what you eat and to modify your diet so you and your baby can have a healthy pregnancy.
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A Day at the California Strawberry FestivalThe California Strawberry Festival is held every year on the third weekend in May at College Park in Oxnard, California. -
What Makes Hillary Clinton Qualified to Be President?Hillary Rodham was born on 26 October 1947, snuggled up against the mid-western shores of Lake Michigan in Chicago, Illinois. -
All About Presidents DayNowadays the third Monday in February is usually known as Presidents' Day, a holiday honoring two great American presidents, George Washington and Abraham Lincoln. Today's modern holiday has some pretty humble roots and plenty of interesting American tidbits.
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Preparing to Query Your ManuscriptThink you're ready to send out query letters on your recently completed manuscript? Let's go over your checklist and cover a few tips.
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A Day to Celebrate Civil RightsA look at the life and accomplishments of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
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From Armistice Day to Veterans DayWorld War I, known as the Great War, ended with an armistice declared on the eleventh hour of the eleventh day in November 1918.
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Hillary Clinton & Health Care: It's About ChoiceClinton has always been concerned about health care, and her past failures just may have taught her something. What's different between 1993 and 2007? Choice.
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The Controversy of Columbus DayWhile Columbus did not see mainland North America, what he did do is conclusively prove the world was round, and he brought about the interaction of Europeans with the Native American people.
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The History of Labor DayIn the United States, the first Monday of September is known as Labor Day. This low-key holiday can trace its roots back to the 1880's.
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Book Review of The Diana ChroniclesWith the ten-year anniversary of Princess Diana's death fast approaching, "The Diana Chronicles" by Tina Brown provides a fascinating profile of a very complicated, yet influential woman.
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Writing for the Genre: The Rules of RomanceThinking of writing a romance novel? There are a couple of rules and guidelines that writers should keep in mind when they start out.
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The Appeal of Harry PotterIn recent years, no one has captured our attention like Harry Potter. Author JK Rowling has created a wonderful world of witches and wizards that appeal to the young and old alike. So, what's the appeal
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Don't Alienate Russa with Cowboy DiplomacyWhat? A new arms race with Russia? What has our cowboy president done now, I fumed. After all, the U.S. has a full basket of cherries with Iraq. We don't need to put whipped cream on the top.
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Visiting Catalina Island: Summer Fun Off the Coast of Southern CaliforniaNeed to take a mini-vacation? A "time out" from work? Look no further than Catalina. As summer heats up, the island offers plenty of activities to cool off and relax.
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Editing Tips for the Aspiring WriterAs a writer, you want to put out the best product you can, but if you don't rewrite and edit your work, you could stagnate in your craft.
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Curve BallStephanie Ryan hated being in a rush. She usually forgot something when she was - notepad, tape recorder, hair pick - Frizz Ease. She rolled her eyes at herself as she trotted through the airport in her heels and skirt, hoping she still had time to get to her plane.
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Short Story: The Music BoxHe walked right to her and grabbed her arms, his eyes boring into hers. "I could care less about this shop! What is a Rusalka?" "Where did you hear that word?" she gasped, her lips parting slightly. "From the spirit in the music box!" he spat.