It’s the books you read as a child that always stick out in your memory. Even years later, you might recall a scene, a sentence or even an illustration from the novels you read as a kid, the ones that would shape your taste for years to come. Children’s novels often deal with both the banal and the fantastical in equal measure, both of which are interesting to children who have not yet explored much of the world.
Food, for instance, is a cornerstone of any children’s novel: from great feasts like Harry’s first meal at Hogwarts to queasy meals like the disgusting chocolate cake in Roald Dahl’s Matilda. Below, we explore 10 unforgettable meals from kids’ books and their significance and cultural impact. Read more at Paste.
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Studio Ghibli is known for creating beautiful, thought-provoking works of animation featuring topics not traditionally explored in movies aimed at children: environmentalism, war, feminism. The movies are rooted in Japanese culture and history and while always thoughtful, they never feel preachy.
They also feature some mouthwatering food. Seriously—watch Howl’s Moving Castle or Spirited Away and just try not to get hungry. Below, we’ve compiled a few of the most memorable Studio Ghibli dishes, so scroll on for the most delicious animated ramen, breakfasts and fish stews ever drawn. Read more at Paste. Being a travel writer has its perks. Travel publications pay well and on time, and once those initial articles are published, free trips start rolling in courtesy of public relations firms. But how do you acquire those first few published articles?
Pick Locations Wisely Know your fellow countrymen. United States residents prefer the Caribbean, Hawaii and Mexico, so U.S. travel magazines prefer stories on these regions. While Taipei may intrigue you, these other stories improve your odds of a sale. Party Crashing Tourism boards, like Atout France or the Puerto Rico Tourism Company, will host events in big cities like Los Angeles or New York to give updates about the latest news in tourism, like new airports or hotel openings. You can use the information given at these events to write an article, even if you’ve never been to the country hosting the event. Typically, attendees are invited via their publications, but emailing different tourism boards can land you an invite. Follow them on Twitter to find out when they’ll be hosting events and shoot them an email request a few weeks in advance. Read more at Funds for Writers. While you may reach for it every morning (sometimes twice), few ever reflect on the lengthy and involved process that goes into a cup of coffee. But behind each brew is a story full of artistry and science, all culminating in your daily dose of caffeine.
Coffee has played a significant role in many cultures since its invention. Or, as Dave Harper of Vittoria Coffee says, “Coffee, originally, is … a drink you have when you’re talking about issues in the community. It’s a community builder and driver.” Read more at MontageMagazine.com |
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