Articles written by Michelle Wright
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Elizabeth Eulberg's Prom and Prejudice – A Jane Austen Parody
Prom and Prejudice highlights the frivolity of high school drama. Young adult readers can enjoy this clever parody of Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice.
Apr 18, 2012
- Michelle Wright
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Creating Believable Characters With Personality
Developing good characters with unique personalities in characters' actions, dialogue, and dialogue tags is important for writing a successful story.
Apr 18, 2012
- Michelle Wright
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Rice and Vegetable Casserole Recipe with Homemade Tomato Sauce
Looking for a great dinner side dish? Try this vegetarian and gluten free recipe for Rice and Vegetable Casserole with tasty Homemade Tomato Sauce.
Mar 5, 2012
- Michelle Wright
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What to Expect When You're Expecting – Pregnancy Book Review
With an upbeat look at pregnancy and all its accompanying concerns, What to Expect When You're Expecting is a useful guide book for new moms and dads.
Feb 15, 2012
- Michelle Wright
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Fiction Writing Tips on How to Make Dialogue Sound Real
There are several aspects to writing a good story, and creating believable characters and dialogue. Try these tips on writing dialogue that sounds real.
Jan 24, 2012
- Michelle Wright
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Living Without, A Gluten Free, Allergy Friendly Food Magazine
Living Without, as the name suggests, is a helpful food oriented magazine for those with celiac, dairy allergies, other food allergies and sensitivities.
Jan 9, 2012
- Michelle Wright
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The Canadian Tenors in Concert at Toronto's Roy Thompson Hall
With voices that fill the room and delight the audience, The Canadian Tenors perform their first Roy Thompson Hall Concert, Christmas 2011.
Dec 24, 2011
- Michelle Wright
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Christmas Decorating: Making Christmas Bows and Card Strings
Making Christmas decorations is a fun activity for creative people, children, or anyone. Try these simple homemade Christmas bows and festive card strings.
Dec 5, 2011
- Michelle Wright
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The Canadian Tenors' Christmas Album "The Perfect Gift"
With soulful sounds and beautiful blends, The Canadian Tenors Christmas album "The Perfect Gift" is a great addition to a Christmas music collection.
Nov 22, 2011
- Michelle Wright
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Creating Characters and Character Development Habits to Avoid
Creating good characters is more than putting together a face and a name. Consider these ideas as aspects to avoid when developing characters.
Nov 11, 2011
- Michelle Wright
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Writers Group Activity: Creating Characters, Setting and Plot
For a challenging, fun and creative writers group writing exercise, consider these ideas for creating characters, setting and writing a collaborative story.
Nov 3, 2011
- Michelle Wright
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Inspirational Film Courageous in Theatres
Inspirational film Courageous, by Stephen and Alex Kendrick, played in select theatres in North America, bringing a story of faith, family, and fatherhood.
Oct 15, 2011
- Michelle Wright
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Lentil Soup with Celery, Carrots, Tomato and Italian Spices
Looking for a refreshing, healthy alternative to meat and potatoes? Consider this Lentil Soup with Celery, Carrots, Tomato and Italian Spices.
Sep 28, 2011
- Michelle Wright
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Creating Fictional Characters: Developing Back Stories
Part of successful story writing is in creating good, believable characters. Protagonists, antagonists, and minor characters all benefit from a back story.
Sep 22, 2011
- Michelle Wright
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Stormbreaker by Anthony Horowitz, First in the Alex Rider Series
Anthony Horowitz's Stormbreaker, first in the Alex Rider adventures, is a young adult novel, a suspense story with a smart and courageous young protagonist.
Sep 20, 2011
- Michelle Wright
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Newworldson in Concert: Talented Christian Music
Newworldson, a Canadian, Christian music group brings a soulful live performance full of life, energy and praise to God - a performance not to be missed.
Sep 16, 2011
- Michelle Wright
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The Reading Challenge: Fiction and Non-Fiction Library Books
A reading challenge can be a great way for any kind of reader to enjoy reading. Visit a local library and consider a reading challenge that suits you.
Sep 1, 2011
- Michelle Wright
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Beastly by Alex Flinn – A Modern-Day Beauty and the Beast
Alex Flinn's Beastly is a modern-day retelling of Beauty and the Beast, a coming of age story of outer and inner beauty, life, and love, for young adults.
Aug 27, 2011
- Michelle Wright
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Play the Clarinet: Practise Music and Develop Technical Dexterity
One of the keys to great music playing is in proper practise. Consider these tips on practising the clarinet to teach your fingers technical dexterity.
Aug 19, 2011
- Michelle Wright
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Play the Clarinet: Developing Better Sound for Beginner Musicians
As they say that "practise makes perfect," beginner clarinetists may consider these music practising tips to help develop full, resonant clarinet sound.
Aug 12, 2011
- Michelle Wright
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How To Play Clarinet: Clarinet Fingerings and Sound for Beginners
A beautiful and versatile instrument, learning to play the clarinet can be made easier with these novice musicians' tips on clarinet fingerings and sound.
Jul 14, 2011
- Michelle Wright
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How to Play Clarinet – Clarinet Sound and Assembly for Beginners
With versatility of sound, the clarinet can be played in a variety of musical groups. Learn to play the clarinet with these beginner musicians' tips.
Jul 14, 2011
- Michelle Wright
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Tips to Release Tension – Creative Activities to Relieve Stress
Sometimes life is stressful, but it need not become a physically and emotionally unhealthy stress. Consider these creative activities for stress relief.
Jun 27, 2011
- Michelle Wright
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Spicy Baked Potato Wedges Recipe: A Tasty Dinner Side Dish
Looking for an easy side dish recipe and a delicious way to cook potatoes? Try this recipe for baked potato wedges and enjoy crispy, spicy potatoes.
Jun 23, 2011
- Michelle Wright
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Book Review: Unlocked by Karen Kingsbury, A Story of a Miracle
Published by Zondervan in 2010, Karen Kingsbury's novel, Unlocked, is a heart warming and inspiring story about music, love, hope and believing in miracles.
Jun 9, 2011
- Michelle Wright
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Nickelodeon's Avatar: The Last Airbender, Entertaining Epic Anime
Starring the voice of Zach Tyler, Nickelodeon's Avatar: The Last Airbender is a coming of age story with funny anime, epic adventures, and inspiring morals.
May 24, 2011
- Michelle Wright
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Lois Gladys Leppard's Mandie Books: Timeless Children's Books
Young readers enjoy Lois Gladys Leppard's Mandie books, a children's books series complete with mysteries, friendships, family and an unforgettable story.
May 19, 2011
- Michelle Wright
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The Basics of Watercolour Painting For Beginner Artists
For beginner artists wanting to experiment with watercolour painting, consider these tips on watercolour paints, colour creation, and painting techniques.
May 9, 2011
- Michelle Wright
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Beginners' Ceramic Painting: The Basics of Painting and Colours
A fun, creative activity for kids or adults, beginner artists may learn simple ceramic painting with these basic tips on ceramics, paints and colours.
Apr 21, 2011
- Michelle Wright
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Drawing a Still Life For Beginners: The Basics of Pencil Drawing
For beginner artists learning how to draw, consider these tips for simple still life drawing, proper drawing supplies and creating good pencil sketches.
Mar 21, 2011
- Michelle Wright
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"Never Say Never" – Justin Bieber in Popular Culture
Justin Bieber: Never Say Never hits the big screen in February 2011, depicting the "discovery story" of this popular young artist.
Feb 12, 2011
- Michelle Wright
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Beverly Lewis' The Redemption of Sarah Cain Book Review
An inspirational story of love and self-discovery, The Redemption of Sarah Cain, by Beverly Lewis, is adult fiction with a message on faith and forgiveness.
Jan 28, 2011
- Michelle Wright
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Valentine's Day Film Review: A Love Story Celebrating the Holiday
A romantic comedy about love lost, gained, or lasting a lifetime, Valentine's Day celebrates the holiday with humour, romance and an all-star cast.
Jan 24, 2011
- Michelle Wright
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Create a Character: How to Use Personification in Fiction Writing
Personification is a great tool in writing description and creating characters. Consider these examples of personification and fiction writing tips.
Jan 21, 2011
- Michelle Wright
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How to Use Pathetic Fallacy in Fiction Writing
Pathetic Fallacy is a great tool in writing description and creating a setting. Consider these examples of pathetic fallacy and fiction writing tips.
Jan 20, 2011
- Michelle Wright
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Honey, Healthy Herbs, and Herbal Teas for Relieving Stomach Pain
It's always good to know stomachache remedies. Consider the health benefits of honey, herbs and fruit, and try herbal teas for relieving tummy pain.
Jan 6, 2011
- Michelle Wright
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Eating A Gluten Free Diet During the Christmas Holiday
If you have celiac disease, it is important to stay on a gluten free diet to be healthy. Try these tips for eating and baking gluten free at Christmastime.
Dec 17, 2010
- Michelle Wright
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The Toronto Symphony Orchestra Performs The Best of Tchaikovsky
With the Toronto Symphony Youth Orchestra and pianist Alexander Seredenko, the Toronto Symphony Orchestra performs Tchaikovsky, including The Nutcracker.
Dec 14, 2010
- Michelle Wright
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How to Use Metaphors and Similes in Fiction Writing
In writing a novel or short stories, metaphors and similes aid description and characterization. Consider these writing tips and examples of metaphors.
Nov 30, 2010
- Michelle Wright
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A Healthy Hot Cereal Snack, Gluten Free Cornmeal Cookie Recipe
A healthy snack for a gluten free diet, this simple cornmeal cookie recipe takes a great gluten free hot cereal and makes it into tasty gluten free cookies.
Nov 29, 2010
- Michelle Wright
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Young Adult Novel – A Map of the Known World, by Lisa Ann Sandell
Lisa Ann Sandell's young adult novel, A Map of the Known World, is a coming of age, heartwarming story of love and family, life, hope and the beauty of art.
Nov 25, 2010
- Michelle Wright
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Book Review: Island Bride by Linda Chaikin Trade Winds Book Three
For historical romance readers, Linda Chaikin's Trade Winds: Island Bride, an adventure story of love, faith, forgiveness, drama, pirates and swashbuckling.
Nov 17, 2010
- Michelle Wright
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Book Review: Silver Dreams by Linda Chaikin, Trade Winds Book Two
Historical romance readers will enjoy Linda Chaikin's Trade Winds: Silver Dreams, full of mystery, adventure, love, drama, pirates and swashbuckling.
Nov 16, 2010
- Michelle Wright
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Book Review: Captive Heart by Linda Chaikin, Trade Winds Book One
Historical romance readers will enjoy Linda Chaikin's Trade Winds: Captive Heart, a story full of humour, adventure, love, pirates, and swashbuckling.
Nov 15, 2010
- Michelle Wright
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5 Ways to Spread Christmas Joy With Great Christmas Gifts
Gift giving is a big part of Christmas traditions, and a good Christmas gift can be simple kindness to a neighbour. Try these simple Christmas gift ideas.
Nov 4, 2010
- Michelle Wright
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Classical World Music: Omnimi Releases Debut Album Eight Moons
Omnimi's debut album, Eight Moons, a blend of classic and more modern music, reminiscent of Gustav Holst's The Planets Suite, tells a story through music.
Nov 3, 2010
- Michelle Wright
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Toronto Symphony Orchestra Performs Gershwin's Rhapsody in Blue
Accompanied by pianist Jon Parker, the Toronto Symphony Orchestra performs Leonard Bernstein, Samuel Barber, and Gershwin's jazz hit, Rhapsody in Blue.
Oct 12, 2010
- Michelle Wright
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Festive Fall Decorations – Ideas for Fun Thanksgiving Decorating
Want a festive home this fall? Try a few fall decorating ideas and celebrate Thanksgiving with family fun, bright fall colours, and natural resources.
Oct 6, 2010
- Michelle Wright
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Mari Mancusi's Gamer Girl, a Coming of Age Young Adult Novel
Gamer Girl, by Mari Mancusi, is a coming of age story, a young adult novel for every girl with a virtual reality fantasy mixed with real world problems.
Sep 29, 2010
- Michelle Wright
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Toronto Symphony Orchestra Performs Mahler's Symphony No. 2
Opening the 2010-11 season with Gustav Mahler's Symphony No. 2, "Resurrection," the Toronto Symphony Orchestra celebrates classical music.
Sep 28, 2010
- Michelle Wright
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