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Some writers start with a title before a single word of the story has been written. The title informs the story and inspires how it will unfold. Other writers write the whole story and then go back and add a title based on what has been written. In either case, the title will usually go through some changes during the entire process. Start with a working title that serves as a placeholder if you’re still writing your book. The working title can help to keep your story on track in terms of plot development, character choices, and overall genre.  You might find that your working title ends up staying unchanged. But as the story continues you may also find that your working title no longer applies. In either case, your working title will help you to craft a final one as you learn more about your book. Many titles come from your main characters, or the most important character to your overall story. Certain characters are known as the Title Character, in that the character’s name is in the title. The play “Hamlet” simply uses Hamlet’s name as the title, and the reader knows upfront that this story is about that character. “The Great Gatsby” does the same. John Green's “Looking for Alaska” not only provides a sense of mystery concerning the subject of the book, as Alaska could be a place or the name of a person, but it ultimately tells us that the character, Alaska, is the driving force of much of the story’s action.  You may choose not to use the name of a character in your title, but being to identify who your important characters are, and why each one is important to your story will give you options. The novel “Jonathan Strange and Mr. Norrell” is a story that involves many important characters, yet the title shows readers who the leading forces are. It intrigues readers right away by not only the uniqueness of the names, but draws up a curiosity on what the relationship between these two is, and why both are important enough to be given the title. It’s always much easier to edit down than it is to have to add. Writing down ten or so book titles will not only force you to come up with several different, and unique options, but it will also give you room to combine a few titles into one perfect one.  Try not to edit yourself while writing your test titles. You’re not committing to anything yet, so just free write and have fun coming up with fun, crazy options. Don’t worry about word count too much here, as you just want to get your ideas out. Try to incorporate different combinations of place, characters, themes, and action verbs. Look at your list of amazing titles that you have compiled so far. Star the ones you like best and look for ones that provide some context of the story that is within your book.  Read over your work. Are there any parts or phrases that jump out? Take out a phrase that is catchy, or grabs one's attention. If it is concise enough, you could play around with this phrase as the title. Jane Austen's “Pride and Prejudice” is a great example of a title that tells readers exactly what the theme of the book is about, but it doesn’t give anything away in terms of spoiling the actual plot. This title is also poetic and an alliteration, meaning the beginning of both words start with the same letter and sound. ”Moby Dick” is another example of a great title that provides intrigue without giving the story away. You may not know who or what Moby Dick is before reading, but after, you’ll have a larger understanding of the meaning of this title.

summary: Start with a working title. Identify your major characters. Write down ten options. Hint at the story within.


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Use a towel to draw out excess water from your hair. Always refrain from rubbing your hair in the towel to get rid of the water--this causes frizz! Instead of wrapping your hair with a bath towel, opt for a soft cotton t-shirt, a cotton pillowcase, or a microfiber towel. To reduce the amount of time you spend blow-drying your hair, let your hair air-dry. Wait until your hair is at least 50 percent of the way dry. This will also decrease your hair's exposure to heat, which can dry out your frizz-prone locks and increase the volume of your hair. While your hair is still damp, apply an anti-frizz cream. Before blow-drying, apply a heat protectant spray. This will help prevent your hair from drying out. Using a comb, divide your hair into 5 sections. You will have two sections in the back, one on each side, and one on the top of your head. Clip the sections in place. Start with the section on the top of your head. Pull the hair taut against your forehead. Place a round brush at the roots and slowly move it down the length of your hair. Follow the brush with the barrel of your blow dryer down the entire length of your hair. Repeat as needed. Repeat this process on the side sections and then the back sections. Apply a smoothing serum or anti-frizz cream to your hair for a sleek finish.

summary: Squeeze excess water from your wet hair. Allow your hair to air-dry. Protect your hair. Divide your hair into 5 sections. Blow-dry your hair.


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Natural sources of calcium are a good foundation to ensure you’re getting enough of this crucial mineral. Various foods contain different forms of calcium, and combine it with other minerals and vitamins. Eating a variety of foods helps ensure that your body is absorbing enough of it. Good sources include:  Dairy products (milk, yogurt, cheese) Leafy green vegetables (kale, broccoli, Chinese cabbage) Fish with soft, edible bones (sardines and salmon, for example) Fortified breads and cereals Certain fortified juices, soy and rice milks, and tofu These other nutrients, especially vitamin D, help your body absorb calcium adequately. So while you’re shopping for foods that are high in calcium, make sure to check the labels for these other nutrients as well.  Milk is an excellent source of calcium, phosphorus, and magnesium, and is usually fortified with vitamin D, which is why it is so recommended as a calcium source. If you are lactose intolerant, you can choose lactose-reduced or lactose-free milk. Yogurt and cheese are also low in lactose, so those foods can be sources of easily absorbable calcium. Your body can actually produce its own vitamin D from sunlight, so getting enough natural light also ultimately helps your body absorb calcium. Getting enough vitamin D from sunlight alone is difficult, however, so make sure you’re getting enough from food or supplements. Vegans or others who avoid dairy products can still eat good sources of calcium, like leafy greens. However, it is harder for your body to absorb calcium from these foods than from dairy products. Fortified juices usually contain calcium citrate malate, which is an easily absorbed form, so make sure to drink some of those as part of your regular diet. or sauté vegetables instead of boiling them. Calcium can leach out of foods into cooking water, reducing the amount you consume and ultimately absorb. Cook calcium-rich vegetables briefly in a small amount of water to retain as much calcium as possible. This makes steaming or sauteing a preferred cooking method for vegetables, rather than boiling. Some foods contain compounds that can reduce or alter the way your body absorbs calcium, when consumed in large amounts. For example, something called oxalic acid is found in some vegetables (like spinach) and beans. Another compound called phytic acid is found in whole grains. Too much of these compounds reduces your body’s absorption of calcium.  If you eat a wide variety of foods, you probably don’t need to worry about eating too much of these compounds. If you aren’t sure if your diet is balanced enough, talk to a doctor or nutritionist. Even though calcium absorption from spinach is decreased, calcium absorption from milk is not affected when milk and spinach are eaten together. If your doctor hasn’t specifically advised you about absorbing calcium, talk to them before making any major changes to your diet. A physician can help you determine if you’re not getting enough calcium, and the best way to help your body absorb more.  Your doctor can also help you determine if it’s safe for you to increase your calcium intake. Too much calcium, for some individuals, is linked to other health issues.
summary: Get most of your calcium from a variety of foods, if possible. Stock up on vitamin D, phosphorus, and magnesium. Grab some fortified juices if you are vegan or avoid dairy products. Steam Be mindful of the foods you eat together with calcium sources. Consult a doctor if you think you’re having trouble absorbing calcium.