Is there a free application (web-based or otherwise) available that lets you type something with other people? Not Writeboard - something where you can actually see other people typing and erasing with you in real time.
posted by Laugh_track
on Nov 6, 2005 -
8 answers
Voices in your head. What mental disorders are associated with this? What other phenomena? Which historical and mythical figures?
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posted by cortex
on Nov 6, 2005 -
27 answers
On behalf of a friend, though it actually sounds like an interesting question and I think I'd like to know too:
Could you put up something asking about whether there's a real-world source/derivation for the words "hron" and "hronir" used in Borges' "Tlon, Uqbar, Orbis Tertius"?
posted by Rev. Syung Myung Me
on Nov 5, 2005 -
3 answers
I start new projects as a way of avoiding finishing things I have already begun. Why do I sabotage myself so? How do I stop? If I have seven projects partially started, which one should a bite the bullet on and just get done?
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posted by anonymous
on Oct 21, 2005 -
13 answers
Suppose I were able to write a publishable novel. How much money would I get, as a first-time author as soon as it was picked up? How much would I make over all? Assume This an action sci-fi/cyberpunk type book (think William Gibson).
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posted by delmoi
on Oct 19, 2005 -
25 answers
Too many pens, not enough pen caps. I gradually acquire disposable pens that are missing their caps. Is there something that can commonly be used as a cap for these de-crowned writing sticks? I've tried small balloons--too awkward. Corks? Does someone sell universal pen caps? Just one of life's small annoyances and I'm wondering if there is an elegant, material solution, short of tossing them.
posted by craniac
on Oct 19, 2005 -
14 answers
Prompted by
this question the other day, where can I see some examples of the outlines authors (fiction or non) put together before they start writing their books?
posted by NotMyselfRightNow
on Oct 12, 2005 -
3 answers
When writing a strictly fictional story, what precautions should one take when referencing real items (e.g. songs, websites, fast food chains, etc.)?
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posted by bjork24
on Oct 11, 2005 -
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Dear writers- I am wondering about your process, your approach to a story (novel or short or whatever) from a seed in your mind to something on paper and then to a final draft?
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posted by xmutex
on Oct 10, 2005 -
20 answers
DVD writing on a VAIO Filter: I have a Sony Vaio A417M and I can't seem to figure out how to write a DVD using any software apart from the one Sony provide.
I had a vaio before and it was only possible to write a DVD using Sony supplied software "DVD drag and drop" Is it really Sony meddling?
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posted by jwhittlestone
on Oct 6, 2005 -
5 answers
I'm interested in getting a law passed. The details of said law are unimportant at this point. My question is where to start. How does one write legalese? Are there any sources (electronic or print) that would help or organizations that help grass roots movements?
posted by nosophoros
on Oct 3, 2005 -
12 answers
I'd like to recreate the thrill I used to get reading NON-fiction articles in the pre-Tina Brown "New Yorker" (yeah, I know she's no longer the editor, but I can still smell her when I get too close to a current issue), and I'm wondering if I can do it online by following a group of literate blogs (or other online resources?).
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posted by Evangeline
on Oct 1, 2005 -
15 answers
Good Travel Writing - i'd like to learn how to write better. Not for professional submission, just for me. Any suggestions of good books? (Besides the Best American Traveling Writing that's released annually) Good websites with advice or excerpts?
posted by jare2003
on Sep 30, 2005 -
21 answers
Is anyone learning piano (or planning to)? If so, can I ask you some questions?
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posted by Tlogmer
on Sep 26, 2005 -
25 answers
I want to write my own "How To Host A Murder"-type interactive party game. Any suggestions or resources?
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posted by exceptinsects
on Sep 22, 2005 -
4 answers
I'd like to find more about selling my writing (
not books), please!
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posted by tommyc
on Sep 16, 2005 -
1 answer
I want write for travel mag, newspaper, anything... I just wanna write! Does anybody know of any online listings for "writer needed" positions?
posted by bamassippi
on Sep 15, 2005 -
21 answers
So, I'm writing this book, and I need some software advice for making a computerized version of my mental rolodex. (DIT)
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posted by kungfujoe
on Sep 9, 2005 -
5 answers
calling all journalers and listyourselfers: please give me good questions to ask myself once a year.
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posted by mirileh
on Sep 8, 2005 -
7 answers
Blogging in the classroom. I've decided to set-up a blog for my students this semester. This will be the place for their response papers, writing exercises and a few other tidbits. It needs to have access for 5-10 members, a very easy set-up, free-to-near-free pricing (although I would pay or find the dollars to fund if it was warranted), and very clear posting/linking instructions for the students. Advice on selecting a blogging system needed.
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posted by fionab
on Aug 31, 2005 -
14 answers
Pen Recommendation: Finest possible point with good ink flow, will not smudge when highlighted.
Pencil Recommendation: Any way to get the convenience of a 0.7mm mechanical pencil that doesn't break all the time in a <0.5mm tip?
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posted by sdis
on Aug 18, 2005 -
12 answers
Authorfilter: A friend is seeking an agent and a new publisher. He can't seem to attract either. [MI}
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posted by Goofyy
on Aug 17, 2005 -
2 answers
What is the legal state of using the names of local businesses, locations, politicians, and "people of import" in a work of fiction?
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posted by Netzapper
on Aug 8, 2005 -
9 answers
Are there any resources I can recommend to a coworker who has very poor writing skills?
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posted by alms
on Jul 22, 2005 -
15 answers
Is there anywhere online a writer can find artists searching for a story?
Recent Something Positive strips have reminded me that I've got several ideas for webcomics, but I lack some of that 'Artistic Talent' the kids have these days.
posted by blueneurosis
on Jul 4, 2005 -
2 answers
Back in the day (about 7 years ago, anyway), Windows came with a utility that allowed the savvy user to edit compiled help files.
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posted by dbmcd
on Jun 15, 2005 -
5 answers
I have a habit of typing "There are a..." when my fingers are hovering over the keyboard waiting for my brain to make up its mind what to write. Why is this, is it a textual "um", like in speech? And why those words? And does anyone else do it?
posted by Navek Rednam
on Jun 14, 2005 -
17 answers
So I have some questions about grant writing. I recently became curious in earning some extra cash by writing grants, and I am interested to hear any tips/advice/warnings or otherwise from you all...
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posted by brheavy
on Jun 8, 2005 -
7 answers
I'm posting for a friend who was using an old laptop running win95. One day it wouldn't boot, so they took it to "Geek Squad" at compusa or wherever, and they said they couldn't help.
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posted by craniac
on Jun 3, 2005 -
9 answers
I'm writing a screenplay -- like an action/thriller type deal. Anyhow, like every other film and TV show, it's based in New York City. What I need from you guys is a few ideas about where to set a chase scene. Some place that sounds good on paper and looks good on the screen -- and hopefully some where that hasn't been used before in a movie, or at least not a well known one.
posted by JPowers
on May 24, 2005 -
37 answers
Does anyone have any experience or first-hand knowledge about working for the
AcademicWord company? Is it a legitimate operation or is it too good to be true? I'm confident I have the skills, do they pay their bills? (MI)
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posted by loquacious
on May 23, 2005 -
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What are the legal ramifications of using a real person in a fictional story? Do you have to have their permission?
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posted by bjork24
on May 20, 2005 -
22 answers
Are newspaper obituaries always provided by the family, or in the event where one has no family, are there people who write them? If so, does anyone have any experience or second hand stories concerning writing them?
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posted by xmutex
on May 18, 2005 -
20 answers
I purchased a Moleskine notebook yesterday (previously discussed at length in
this MeFi thread), and I have a feeling that it will be the first of many--overblown marketing aside, the design of these things really is excellent. But $11 for a pocket-size notebook is pretty expensive. Where's the cheapest place online to find them? Bulk purchasing is a possibility.
posted by Prospero
on May 15, 2005 -
22 answers
Sometimes in LaTeX I notice bad-looking rivers after the period in someone's title, such as "Mr. Jones" or "St. Thomas." I assume that this is because it is treated the "." in things like "St." as if they are sentence stops, and spacing them accordingly. How can I get this to stop?
posted by yesno
on May 9, 2005 -
5 answers
If you keep a journal based on what you read, how do you do it, what do you put in it, do you use a standard format, what do your entries consist of, etc? Newly inspired by the cool reading journal in the latest Levenger catalogue, I want to start one of my own, rather than just making and losing random notes as I have always done. I am not particularly interested in **buying** a reading journal, from Levenger or anyone else, but I do want to start keeping one, either in one of my blank Moleskins or in a loose-leaf folder or something. So I'd appreciate hearing about any cool tricks or formats or whatever that you use. If, for example. you were going to make a journal entry based on reading Love's Labors' Lost, what would you put in it?
Thanks,
Lustra
posted by lustra
on May 7, 2005 -
12 answers
I want to make the transition into professional writing, specifically feature story and/or personal column writing and I'm not sure which steps to take make this dream come true.
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posted by mirileh
on Apr 16, 2005 -
17 answers
Any advice for a new writing tutor?
posted by Doug
on Apr 14, 2005 -
19 answers
