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The "Write a Book This Year" Gift Guide

Looking for the perfect gift for the aspiring author in your life? With online writing classes, inspirational reads, cozy writing essentials, and tools to spark creativity, this guide has everything they need to pen their masterpiece in the year ahead.

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When Should You Say "May I?"

There is more than one way to ask permission. Understanding the significance of asking "May I?"  vs. "Can I?" can enhance your language etiquette.

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Did Orange the Fruit or the Color Come First?

Discover the history behind the origins of the color orange — was it the fruit or the shade that came first?

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What's the Origin of the Phrase "Bleeding Heart"?

It's not a medical condition, but the phrase "bleeding heart" has taken a journey from Chaucer to the political arena. Let's trace the path.

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We Love Rock 'n' Roll — and the Language Around It

From "punk" to "fuzz," let's learn more about the particular lingo and slang born out of rock 'n' roll.

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