Angela Carter: portrait in postcards

The author was in her literary prime when she died 20 years ago aged 51; since then her brilliantly exuberant novels have influenced a generation of writers. Her friend and literary executor has written an insightful memoir inspired by postcards Carter sent her – a paper trail through the novelist's life. Here is an extract Twenty years ago I went for the first time into Angela Carter's study. I ...

Dennis Haney, The Wizard of Rosedale

To learn magic in England, travel to King’s Cross Station, step through a brick wall to the landing at Platform 9 3/4, and board the 11 a.m. Hogsmeade train to the Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry to begin your training. In the U.S. of A., take I-695 to Exit 35B, Pulaski Highway, hang a left on Rossville Boulevard then a right behind the Toys ‘R’ Us on the hill, and follow the Yellow ...

How Online Gamers Can Give Biotech Investors Big Gains - Money Morning

How Online Gamers Can Give Biotech Investors Big Gains Money Morning By Michael Robinson, Defense and Technology Specialist, Money Morning So please don't think these "hobbies" are a complete waste of time and energy. An online game called Foldit has actually helped to deliver a medical breakthrough that could change ... and more »

The Three Dollar Check - Huffington Post

The Three Dollar Check Huffington Post About a month ago, my wife and I were sitting on padded folding chairs in the offices of our church, about an hour into the monthly Planning Team meeting. Walt was talking, which meant one thing: we had reached the financial report part of the meeting.

Jobs at what price? Jackson has long history of extending questionable loans - Waynesville Smoky Mountain News

Jobs at what price? Jackson has long history of extending questionable loans Waynesville Smoky Mountain News Jackson has flat-out lost $525000 since starting the program because of businesses folding. Another $420000 is on the line, with the exact losses depending how much the county can recoup from selling off collateral. “It is not just a gift or a grant,” ...