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Dean Koontz went from being the quintessential struggling writer to dominating the suspense thriller genre with works in the fields of horror, fantasy, science fiction, and mystery. He was hardly an overnight success, but his long list of works is evidence of his popularity and longevity. In time, many of his novels were released as big-screen movies. Koontz has been publishing books, stories, novellas, comics, and graphic novels for six decades, using his own name and the pseudonyms K....

A lottery strategy is a system or method of determining which lottery numbers to play by predicting which numbers are more likely to be drawn. Many people who want to improve their odds of winning a jackpot use a lottery strategy. Winning lottery numbers are drawn totally at random, but that doesn’t stop people from thinking that there are ways to crack the system. And who knows, some people have won the lottery multiple times, and claimed a lottery strategy helped....

All windows let in light, and most provide some ventilation, but beyond those common functions, windows can vary in many ways. Some window types are easier to open, some are ideal for broad views, and some are great for airflow. Different windows also can have very different looks to fit with a building’s architectural design or decorative style. Narrowing down the many options for windows starts with identifying one of the basic window types....

PTFO is an acronym that’s nearly impossible to accurately interpret just by looking at it for the first time. To make it even more confusing, PTFO has two possible ways it can be interpreted. PTFO stands for either one of the following phrases: Passed The F*** OutPlay The F***ing Objective Both interpretations include an F-bomb but are used in completely different ways. PTFO As Passed The F*** Out When PTFO is used to mean Passed The F*** Out, it implies a person is so exhausted they’ve fallen into a deep state of sleep....

The 2021 tax season for filing 2020 tax returns will be different from previous tax seasons, largely because of the restrictions on in-person meetings with tax professionals and other COVID-19 issues. For example, visiting an Internal Revenue Service (IRS) office will mean scheduling an appointment and following COVID-19 safety guidelines. Here are some tips if you’re wondering when is the best time to file your 2020 tax return. Tax-Filing Deadline Changes in 2021...

Tiger Woods won his second U.S. Open title in 2002, and the eighth major of his career. Woods finished ahead of a leaderboard that included Phil Mickelson, Sergio Garcia and Nick Faldo in the Top 5, but none of those stars seriously threatened Woods’ victory. Woods won wire-to-wire, just as he did in his first U.S. Open win in 2000. Garcia was in second place as the final round began, but four strokes behind Woods, and Garcia lost a couple more strokes to Woods throughout the fourth round....

Writing involves much more than sitting down at your laptop and tapping out sterling words. You won’t make a living doing what you love unless someone buys those words. Writers entering the profession quickly learn that success not only involves grabbing an idea but writing a pitch letter, then targeting a magazine. Targeting is easy, but getting through to someone who has the authority to buy your work can be a bit more difficult, even in this age of technology....

Searching for the perfect gift is always a challenge. If someone on your list owns or runs a small retail store, they’ll get a kick out of one of these practical (and some not-so-practical) holiday gift ideas. Whether it’s a useful piece of office equipment they might not splurge on for themselves, or a fun zany gift guaranteed to put a smile on their face, you’re searching days are over. Here are five top gifts that are either on (or should be on) every store owner’s wish list....

If you’re looking for a fundraiser for your charity or organization, raffles are a great choice. They’re a lot of fun, easy to run, and raise good money. But which type of raffle is best for your event? Here’s a review of the different types of raffles for you to choose from, along with the pros and cons of each one for the organizations running them. Important Tip: Before you get started, be sure to check out the raffle laws in your region to be sure that you’re eligible to run a raffle and that you’re following all the necessary rules and restrictions....

01 of 09 Get Ready to Twist Photo © 2009 D. Sandeen, licensed to About.com, Inc. This is a finished two strand twist hairstyle. It was created on freshly washed and conditioned natural hair without extensions. Before beginning to twist, damp hair was prepped with softening and detangling oil and allowed to air dry about 90%. A common question newbies have is “Should you twist on wet or dry hair?” The answer is really up to you and may require experimentation on wet, damp, nearly dry and completely dry hair....

Criminal investigations special agents (CIDs) are sort of like the gumshoe detectives of the U.S. Army. CID special agents are responsible for investigating or supervising investigations of felony-level criminal allegations or offenses against Army personnel or property. Think of the Tom Cruise and Demi Moore characters in the movie “A Few Good Men” (although note that they were Marines, not Army). The Military Occupational Specialty number for this job is MOS 31D....

There are more than 3.6 million full-time teachers working in public and private elementary, middle, and high schools throughout the United States. Their goals are the same—instruct students in a variety of subjects and help them apply those concepts—but the average teacher salary varies significantly from state to state. Teacher Salary Disparity in the U.S. Those who become teachers do so to share their knowledge with children and ultimately prepare them for careers or college....

Data entry jobs can be done in the office, but many companies offer online data entry positions that you can do from home. Some also offer call center and entry-level transcription jobs. Many data entry jobs are suitable for entry-level employees. If you have more advanced data entry and typing experience, you can also look for work-from-home transcription and medical coding jobs. When applying for work-from-home positions, be wary of scams or online frauds....

Premise: In the Ginger Snaps movies, sisters Ginger and Brigitte have two loves: death and each other. The brooding Canadian teens also have a love-hate relationship with lycanthropy. They can’t seem to help but turn into werewolves, which puts a massive cramp on their social lives and on their relationship with one another. Warning: Potential spoilers ahead! Ginger Snaps (2000) © Millennium Ginger and Brigitte are death-obsessed and abnormally bonded Goth teen sisters....

Even the world’s greatest assassin needs a little assistance sometimes. That’s why the PC version of Hitman: Blood Money has cheat codes for infinite ammo, invincibility, and more bonuses to help you earn the Silent Assassin rating on every level. anna1395 / CC BY 2.0 / Flickr These cheats are exclusively for Hitman: Blood Money on Windows. How to Enable Cheats for Hitman: Blood Money on PC Activating cheats on the PC involves editing a game file, so it is recommended that you create a backup of the original....

Business vehicles in Canada can be written off at tax time using Form T2125, Statement of Business or Professional Activities. This expense can be claimed by calculating the Capital Cost Allowance (CCA) on your Canadian income tax return. The CCA allows owners to recover money lost due to depreciation of business assets. Business vehicles apply to this rule and can be written off over a period of several years. How to Claim CCA on Form T2125...

Floor tiles should be installed over smooth, flat surfaces. To achieve the ideal flat surface, most contractors rely on the backer board. Cement backer board is a thin layer of concrete designed to be setting surface upon which tile can be installed. The backer board comes in different sizes, and you will pick the right one depending on the type of floor you are installing. Tools for Backer Board Installation...

Foaming hand soap is a luxurious way to wash your hands: but an expensive luxury if you buy it off the shelf, and it isn’t really worth the money. There simply isn’t enough soap in the bottle to make the price reasonable. But, if you make your own, you can save a bundle off the store-bought price. All you need is a bottle of liquid hand soap, water, and an empty foaming soap bottle....

What is the purpose of an organizational feasibility study? It is to define the legal and corporate structure of a business. An organizational feasibility study may also include professional background information about the founders and principals of the business and what skills they can contribute to the business. Your organizational feasibility study should include: Description of your business structureDescription of your organizational structureInternal and external principles and practices of the businessProfessional skills and resumes...

A pharmacy technician needs to have a well-rounded skill set to help patients with their medication needs. A pharmacy technician assists the pharmacist in running the operations of the pharmacy, interacting professionally with customers, and complying with regulatory laws. Pharmacy technicians work in drugstores, grocery stores, hospitals, nursing homes, and other medical facilities. Education and Training Certification as a pharmacy technician (CPhT) is achieved by passing the Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam (PTCE) and completing several hundred hours of training on-the-job comprising work with different prescription drugs, learning about pharmacy operations, and adherence to ethical standards....