Cheryl Hedlund's Freelance Writing Portfolio

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Collection of my writing and projects from around the Internet.

Places I Write

My profiles with lists of my work at each site

Movies and TV

Top Six Korean Movies
My favorite Korean movies
Unusual Film Adaptations of Literature
These four movies are not by the book. They offer surprises and add new dimensions to their source material.
Top Five Anime Movies
My favorite animated films from Japan.
Hollywood Remakes Korean Movies
Four Korean movies get the Hollywood treatment.
My Sassy Girl
All about this hilarious Korean romantic comedy.
Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are Dead
Shakespeare turned upside down.
Atonement
The film adaptation of Ian McEwan's novel.
Is Heroes season 3 good enough to win back the fans?
Come and debate about whether or not this show has succeeded in putting to rest the hot mess that was season 2.
Labyrinth: An 80's Fantasy Pop Musical
Review of the classic 80's movie Labyrinth, staring David Bowie and Jennifer Connelly with characters created by Jim Henson.

I Love to Read 

Books

My Favorite Children's Books
My earliest memories are being read to by my mother. I grew up loving to read. The stories carried me away to amazing places and introduced me to all kinds of characters.
How to Choose a Book for a Long Plane Ride
Resources for recommendations and tips to finding new and exciting books.
Family Fun at the Library
Public libraries are a great and economical resource for families and communities.

Music

Music Service Comparison: eMusic and Rhapsody
Side by side comparison of two popular Internet music services.
How to Find Songs from TV
Tips and resources for tracking down songs heard on TV.
Favorite TV Commercial Songs
My favorite songs from advertisements.
Handel's Messiah Recordings
Handel's masterpiece has been recorded so many times and with many different variations and styles. Here are some recommendations of great recordings of this perennial favorite.

Performing Arts

Biographical Broadway Musicals
Musicals based on real people's lives.
The Seattle Opera
An informative and entertaining page about the Seattle Opera.
Favorite Public Radio Shows
These are my favorite public radio shows. Listen to some handpicked episodes or add your own favorite station or show to the links.
Oregon Shakespeare Festival
Enjoy world class theater in the picturesque town of Ashland, Oregon.

Living Well

A Single's Guide to Avoiding the Valentine's Day Blues
5 simple and effective ideas for turning an awkward and difficult holiday for singles into a fun celebration.
Five Easy Ways to Lift Your Mood
Tips to beat the blues and manage stress on a bad day.
How a Childless Woman Found Pride and Joy
Infertility and childlessness can be lonely and painful. In the book "Pride and Joy", purposefully childless women tell their own stories and offer insight, hope, and courageous examples.
How to Act at a Formal Dinner
Guidelines for proper behavior at a formal dinner.

Food

Arroz con Pollo
A recipe for this classic Latin comfort food.
The Best Soup Cookbooks
These cookbooks reveal the techniques and soul behind a bowl full of comfort and flavor. Each presents a unique point of view.
Chai - Indian Spiced Tea
This delicious spiced tea with milk comes from India and has become popular around the world. It is not that hard to make it at home, and you can control the flavor and sweetness by adjusting the spices and sugar.

Computers and Internet

Guide to Basic PC Maintenance
How to maintain your computer and keep your private information safe using free tools. I outline a schedule of weekly, monthly and quarterly computer maintenance tasks with clear instructions.
GIMP Tutorial: How to Draw an Avatar
Even an artistically timid person can follow these instructions and learn how to draw simple pictures for an avatar using GIMP (GNU Image Manipulation Program).
GIMP Tutorial: Using Layers
This GIMP (GNU Image Manipulation Program) tutorial explains the concept of layers, how to create and manage them, and how to use them to save time and create better pictures.
What is Tagfoot?
Tagfoot is a new site with a lot of potential. It is a hybrid social networking and bookmarking site with lots of features. Tagfoot also offers revenue sharing opportunities.
Tagfoot Tutorial
A user guide for this social networking site. This will help cut down the learning curve and introduce some time-saving features. Since it is still in private beta, there is also an invitation to join included.

A Painting I Created in GIMP 

Christianity

Bible Study Resources
New to Bible study or preparing to lead a group? Here are great resources to help anyone who wants to study the Bible.

People

Edith Bouvier Beale: A Brief Biography
A daughter of privilege and Jackie O's first cousin, "Little Edie" seemed born to be a star. Instead she became a reclusive prisoner in a decaying mansion.
Emily Dickinson
A brief biographical portrait of the mysterious poet.

Writing

How to Write an Effective Complaint Letter
Guidelines to help customers with problems write complaint letters that will get better results.
How to Write an Indie Film Script
Steps and guidelines for writing a quality independent film script.
Screenwriting School
Tips, tools, and resources for screenwriting.
First Screenplay: My Writing Adventure
Follow my progress.

I love to take photos 

Crafts

Make Melt and Pour Soap
Instructions and resources for learning and enjoying this fun craft.
How to Make Soap in the Microwave
Step by step directions for making melt and pour soap.
How to Choose a First Knitting Project
Guidelines for choosing the right project and successfully learning to knit.
Great Ideas for Homemade Christmas Gifts
Everyone is economizing for the holidays. Making gifts is a way to have creative fun and give unique gifts that come from the heart. Here are some ideas for gifts that are economical and not too difficult to make.

Humor

How to Write a Guaranteed Blockbuster Movie Script
A humorous look at Hollywood and the mindset of blockbuster films.

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