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The book that catches the crest of Web 2.0 and shows how any business can harness its power by increasing whuffie, the store of social capital that is the currency of the digital world. Everyone knows about blogs and social networks such as Facebook and Twitter, and has heard about someone who has used them to grow a huge customer base. more...

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Bloggers love WordPress! If you're ready to start using this free blogging software, WordPress For Dummies, 2nd Edition is just what you and your blog need to make a splash. Professional blog designer Lisa Sabin-Wilson shows you how to use all the latest upgrades to WordPress and helps you decide whether to use the Wordpress.com hosted service or self-host your blog with WordPress.org. Whether you're just venturing into the blogosphere or you want to shift an existing blog to WordPress, WordPress For Dummies, 2nd Edition will help. Explore theme development and learn where to find free WordPress themes Extend WordPress through plug-ins, CSS, custom fields, and more Find out about archiving, interacting with readers through comments, tracking back, and handling spam Get the scoop on domain registration, Web hosting providers, basic tools like FTP, and more Create a unique blog theme and presentation by using template tags with CSS Sign up for WordPress.com, log in, set options, and create a profile Install WordPress.org, set up a MySQL database, explore RSS feeds, and organize a blogroll Discover the secrets of creating a blog that draws readers Get tips on wonderful widgets, upgrades, and plugins you can add to make your blog extra cool Learn how to use the Dashboard, manage comments, and make permalinks work with your Web server With WordPress For Dummies, 2nd Edition on hand, it's easy to make the most of the free software and build a blog that stands out in a crowd. more...

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The feature writers' bible - a complete revision of a classic book more...

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A completely revised and updated edition of the go-to insider’s guide for aspiring TV sitcom writers. This new edition of Writing Television Sitcoms features the essential information every would-be teleplay writer needs to know to break into the business, including:. * Updated examples from contemporary shows such as 30 Rock, The Office, Two and a Half Men, Entourage, South Park , and Family Guy * Shifts in how modern stories are structured. * How to recognize changes in taste and censorship. * The effects of the growing market of cable programs. * The reality of reality television. * How the Internet has created series development Opportunities. * A refined strategy for approaching agents and managers. * How pitches and e-queries work—or don’t. * The importance of screenwriting competitions more...

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This is the story of the Light Crust Doughboys phenomenon, from their debut broadcast in 1930 to their contemporary live performances. more...

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