Have you found coffee in France to be incredibly overpriced? Was your last meal outrageously expensive? It might be because of how you asked for it.
Read MoreWhy are Chinese Gangs Called Triads?
If you read the news or watch any sort of crime drama, you are sure to have heard the term 'triad' at some point.
It refers to one of the many branches of the Chinese organized crime organization that stretches all over the world. It's a term akin to 'mob', 'gang' or 'mafia'.
Read MoreA Day In The Life Of An English Teacher In South Korea
The weekend had disappeared quickly, too quickly, and when I opened my eyes, I realized that the fluttering in my stomach meant that it was Monday and even if I wasn’t entirely prepared for it, my official first day as an English teacher had arrived.
Read MoreThe 6 Golden Rules For Being a Good Writer
I have found that one of the best sources of advice and inspiration on writing comes from other writers.
We all approach our work in different ways — keep in mind that there is no right way — and sometimes we need to be shaken out of our comfort zones. This can be attained by things like reading each other's work, conversation, or attending lectures.
Read MoreNo Worries! The Legend Of Guatemalan Worry Dolls
What are worry dolls and where does the tradition come from?
A common souvenir to bring home from your travels, Worry Dolls are tiny (anywhere from half an inch to three inches tall) hand-crafted dolls created by the highland indigenous people of Guatemala.
Read MoreHow Important Is The First Line of A Book?
One thing I hear a lot in the publishing world is how important the first line is to a story.
Whether it is a short article or a 600-page novel, everything seems to rest on hooking the reader in that first sentence, that first thought, that should (in theory) set the tone for the rest of the piece.
Read MoreCulture Quirk: Don't Point Your Feet In Thailand!
In Thailand, the head is considered to be the most sacred part of the body (NEVER touch a Thai person on their head), and the feet are considered to be the dirtiest.
Why does this matter to you?
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