http://www.content4reprint.com/profile/epicfantasy-12700.xml Articles at Content for Reprint en-us http://www.content4reprint.com/hobbies/fun-summer-projects-for-fathers-and-sons.htm http://www.content4reprint.com/hobbies/fun-summer-projects-for-fathers-and-sons.htm Tue, 30 Jun 2009 20:36:51 +0000 Summertime is the time for getting outside and having some fun. And there are lots of traditional ways to do this but this article looks at some unusual and different ways to enjoy the summer. The focus here is on projects that adults and children or teens can do together and with an eye toward learning and or making things. And although the title of this article says for fathers and sons all the projects and ideas would be great for fathers and daughters too! http://www.content4reprint.com/recreation-and-leisure/travel/a-look-at-some-of-the-medieval-castles-of-japan.htm http://www.content4reprint.com/recreation-and-leisure/travel/a-look-at-some-of-the-medieval-castles-of-japan.htm Fri, 15 May 2009 20:00:38 +0000 Japan is a country peppered with some amazing Medieval Castles. Many of which are over 400 years old. Here is a look at some of the more famous ones. http://www.content4reprint.com/writing/how-to-write-a-massive-battle-for-your-epic-fantasy-novel.htm http://www.content4reprint.com/writing/how-to-write-a-massive-battle-for-your-epic-fantasy-novel.htm Wed, 11 Feb 2009 22:06:35 +0000 If you are writing an epic fantasy novel you are no doubt thinking in big broad strokes. This is of course the point of fantasy that is epic. And one of the key components of this kind of novel is the big battle where forces of good and evil typically meet, often at the climax of the story. This article will give you tips on how to write these scenes well and will give you some pointers on the pitfalls to avoid. http://www.content4reprint.com/culture-and-society/books/reviews/the-tombs-of-atuan-by-ursula-k-leguin-book-review.htm http://www.content4reprint.com/culture-and-society/books/reviews/the-tombs-of-atuan-by-ursula-k-leguin-book-review.htm Tue, 30 Sep 2008 18:04:46 +0000 The Tombs of Atuan is the second book in LeGuin's Earthsea series of books. At less than 150 pages in length it is a small yet magical book that is suitable for children and adults. This is a perfect book for bedtime stories or if you want something light that won't take a year to finish. http://www.content4reprint.com/writing/a-guide-to-medieval-weapons-for-fantasy-writers.htm http://www.content4reprint.com/writing/a-guide-to-medieval-weapons-for-fantasy-writers.htm Fri, 26 Sep 2008 20:00:51 +0000 If you write fantasy or are thinking about writing fantasy you probably are going to have medieval weapons in your created world. Today’s reader of fantasy is very savvy when it comes to weapons and armor and you want your writing to be accurate and to make sense when it comes to weapons. They are often a big part of the story. In this article I explain some important things about medieval weapons, how to get them right, and I look at some of the more popular types of weapons. http://www.content4reprint.com/culture-and-society/books/reviews/wizardas-first-rule-by-terry-goodkind-book-review.htm http://www.content4reprint.com/culture-and-society/books/reviews/wizardas-first-rule-by-terry-goodkind-book-review.htm Sun, 21 Sep 2008 19:09:05 +0000 Wizard's First Rule is the first Terry Goodkind book in the Sword of Truth series which is also the basis for the ABC television series Legend of the Seeker. This is a review of this remarkable book. http://www.content4reprint.com/culture-and-society/education/creative-shoebox-diorama-ideas-for-the-school-season.htm http://www.content4reprint.com/culture-and-society/education/creative-shoebox-diorama-ideas-for-the-school-season.htm Fri, 19 Sep 2008 20:28:37 +0000 Shoebox Dioramas are a part of every school year and in just about every grade they serve as a wonderful learning tool. They are used to learn the arts and crafts of making things and they are used to also learn about subjects. This article shows you some creative ideas from both the arts and crafts aspect and the learning aspect. http://www.content4reprint.com/culture-and-society/education/how-to-use-a-small-terrarium-as-a-learning-tool-for-kids.htm http://www.content4reprint.com/culture-and-society/education/how-to-use-a-small-terrarium-as-a-learning-tool-for-kids.htm Tue, 16 Sep 2008 19:58:28 +0000 A terrarium is a great way to teach some lessons about the importance of nature, its interconnectedness, and our role as stewards in helping with the care. With something as simple as a small terrarium you can raise a child’s awareness of the Earth and of the interconnectedness of everything. http://www.content4reprint.com/arts/music/profiles-in-classical-guitar-fernando-sor.htm http://www.content4reprint.com/arts/music/profiles-in-classical-guitar-fernando-sor.htm Mon, 15 Sep 2008 21:19:22 +0000 Fernando Sor was a classical guitarist and composer who was born in Spain and he lived from 1778 to 1839. He was a contemporary of Beethoven and is often referred to as the “Beethoven of the Guitar”. He wrote many different works for the guitar including his famous Sor Method for the Guitar and his 20 Studies for the Classical Guitar. Both of these works are still in use today. http://www.content4reprint.com/arts/how-to-improve-your-fantasy-artwork.htm http://www.content4reprint.com/arts/how-to-improve-your-fantasy-artwork.htm Thu, 11 Sep 2008 21:44:05 +0000 Fantasy art is different than any other kind of art because it is often composed of things that don’t exist. These things come from your imagination and while you can’t grab a unicorn and ask it to sit still so you can draw it there are some techniques you can use that will improve your fantasy art.