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International Espionage and Secret Spies

Posted by Michael Kwan | Jan 17, 2009 | Arts & Entertainment

Just as I did last year, I vow to review every movie that I watch over the course of 2009. This...

Seeking a Second Opinion

Posted by Michael Kwan | Jan 16, 2009 | Freelance Life

Working from home as a freelance writer, I spend the majority of my day in relative isolation. I...

Hanging Out with Tom Dickson and Blendtec

Posted by Michael Kwan | Jan 15, 2009 | Technology & Gaming

You may be familiar with the “Will It Blend?” series of videos featured on YouTube. In...

What’s Up Wednesdays: Fun and Entertainment

Posted by Michael Kwan | Jan 14, 2009 | Arts & Entertainment

Staying at the Encore Las Vegas was fun while it lasted, but now I’m back at my home office, getting right back to work. This does not mean that I’m casting fun aside though! In keeping spirits high and smiles on our...

Responding to Freelance Feedback

Posted by Michael Kwan | Jan 13, 2009 | Freelance Life

Just as with every other industry, freelance writers will receive some feedback and criticism from time to time. This is a good thing, because it gives you an opportunity to improve your approach to writing and, hence, attract...

Recovering from CES 2009

Posted by Michael Kwan | Jan 12, 2009 | Stuff & Things

As you know, I was in Las Vegas for about a week attending the Consumer Electronics Show and Affiliate Summit West. Along the way, I got to stay at a great hotel room and scarf down on some free food, but CES itself wasn’t...

CES 2009: Free Lunch for Press and Bloggers

Posted by Michael Kwan | Jan 11, 2009 | Destinations, Food & Drink

When I came to the Consumer Electronics Show last year, pretty much everything about the convention was new to me. It was my first real technology trade show, because I’ve only attended the smaller conferences in the past....