With the recent news of the Equifax data breach, are you thinking about how to be safer online and how to keep your information secure? October is National Cyber Security Awareness Month, but it’s always a good time to learn more about internet and computer safety. The Department of Homeland Security’s Stop.Think.Connect.Toolkit has resources for […]
Books to Celebrate Women in Translation Month
Don't let the massive number of devoted Elena Ferrante fans fool you. In the already small percentage of works in translation released to U.S. readers each year, the portion of those works written by a female author is even smaller. Which means that we're missing out on a world of good writing. That's why this […]
#TBT: The Legendary Paul McCartney
Who's your favorite Beatle? Mine has always been the outrageously talented Paul McCartney. I can trace my affection for him back to when I was a little girl and used to sing songs about meeting him and how handsome he was. Those songs definitely did not showcase any songwriting or singing talent on my part, […]
Love The Zookeeper’s Wife? Try More Books by Diane Ackerman
The 2007 book The Zookeeper's Wife by naturalist, poet and author Diane Ackerman has been adapted for the big screen. The movie release is a great reason to learn more about this singular talent. Ackerman's beautiful blend of imagery and lush descriptions are perfectly balanced with science and fact. First her language will take your breath away, and […]
Women at Work: Books About How Women Contribute
Lots of attention is paid in popular culture to two specific questions about women in the working world: Are we leaning in? And can we have it all? While those are great and worthwhile questions, sometimes it's fun to explore women in the working world from different angles. This Women's History Month, let's pair some […]
The Life and Influence of J.R.R. Tolkien
Even if you've never read a word he's written, you know of J.R.R. Tolkien and the mightiest product of his imagination, Middle Earth. Maybe you read The Hobbit for the first time as a child (or had it read to you as a bedtime story like I did!) and have loved it ever since, or […]
#TBT: Rocky and Other Iconic Movies of 1976
Yo Adrian, I can't believe it's been 40 years! Rocky hit theaters in December 1976, and he's been the heavyweight champ of our hearts ever since. For this Throwback Thursday, let's look at Rocky and other iconic movies of 1976. Over four decades and seven films, we've followed Rocky's ups and downs: from trying to woo […]
Job Listings Websites: 6 Resources You Should Know
Hunting for jobs can be overwhelming. Besides all the other concerns, the sheer number of job listing websites means an awful lot of trial and error in a process that is already fraught with difficulties. Are you spending your time on a site that has enough available openings to meet your qualifications? If you're just getting […]
Making Your Own Way: Guides to Freelancing and Consulting
More and more people are participating in the gig economy. While the flexibility that this working style provides has many benefits, it can be a difficult road to maintain. Taking the time to learn and thoroughly understand what's required can be the first step on the road to freedom, financial success and accomplishment. Here are some titles […]
The Art of Smart Digital Marketing
Running your own small business means you are owner, manager, accountant, marketing expert and much more. Trying to build an effective digital marketing presence is difficult, and seeking guidance on the matter can often leave you even more confused... or overwhelmed! To cut through some of the noise, here are four recent trustworthy titles. Guy Kawaski's The Art of Social Media is under […]
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