September 8th, 2009 
Guest Authors 
Breaking into the business and getting published is a completely different story than it was in the pre-Internet age. Now, writers have more opportunities but also face higher competition as websites pop up to let them promote work and make contacts. These 50 social sites, however, are some of the best for serious or aspiring writers who want to make their online presence count.
September 8th, 2009 Social Guy 
Following the success of the first global Twestival (Twitter + festival) on February 12th 2009, in which 202 cities participated, Twestival returns in September with a local twist on “Twestival” – the 100% volunteer-run, charity fundraising events for people who know each other through the micro-blogging service Twitter.
The first 24 hour “‘tweet-up’ with a social conscience” inspired thousands and raised $250,000 for charity: water, and Twestival Local looks to be even bigger. Volunteer teams in cities across the world have come together to survey their communities, nominate causes, plan events, gather sponsors and raise funds. A pooling of efforts, knowledge, contacts, time and skills is putting finishing touches to events from Buenos Aires and Santa Barbara to Bangalore to Birmingham. (more…)
September 6th, 2009 Guest Authors 
The Internet is full of smart tools these days, but only if you have the patience to go out and find them. So what if you could turn your browser into a little black book of awesome shortcuts, organizers, alerts and blogging assistants? Well, you can. Read on to learn about the 100 Firefox add-ons you need to create a truly brilliant browser that will make your life oodles easier.
September 6th, 2009 Social Guy 
Do you know where librarians buy books for their own families? It may surprise you to learn that many librarians save hundreds of dollars a year by “swapping books” online.
Online book-swap sites traditionally have had the reputation of being hit-or-miss, and a lot of work. Today’s reality is very different. Bookins.com, the book-swap community (now has over 50,000 users, including many librarians!), offers more books than the largest Barnes and Noble, and is as easy as walking to your mailbox.
September 4th, 2009 Social Guy 
DooID allows you to combine your own business card website with a stylish e-mail signature. This innovative application stands out due to its unique look and feel, a simple and functional user interface and eye-catching graphics.
As founder Per Schmitz says, DooID.com was inspired by the microsites of Tim van Damme and Rogie King, as he directly fell in love with the simplicity and beauty of their refreshing interpretation of virtual business cards.
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