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Twenty years of reading, watching, writing, and asking questions. Explore my latest essays, book and movie reviews, and dispatches from the world of The Chronicles of Purgatory Station.
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A Banned Book Recommendation
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The Unexpected Benefits Of Banning Books
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Three Simple Things For Banned Book Week
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Celebrating Banned Book Week: The Importance of Literary Freedom
In a world where knowledge and ideas are cherished, books stand as timeless beacons of enlightenment. They are the vessels that carry the wisdom…
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No One Will Save You – A Movie Review
No One Will Save You is a science fiction/horror film that leaves the viewer with conflicted thoughts. Directed by Brian Duffield and starring Kaitlyn…
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Made to Stick by Chip Heath and Dan Heath: A Book Review
In their book Made to Stick: Why Some Ideas Survive and Others Die, Chip and Dan Heath provide a framework for creating ideas that…
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10 Principles of Adult Learning for Instructional Designers
Here are 10 things to keep in mind when designing learning experiences for adults: Adults are self-directed learners. They want to learn things that…
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The Client Experience Is Everything
I recently had an educational experience at a car dealership. Last Sunday morning I saw a car I wanted to test drive, and so…

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