What Is Snail Mail - The Lost Art of Letterwriting


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Power of the pen. This book is dedicated to what is becoming the lost art of letterwriting. It takes you inside the the pen palling world, answers questions that pen pallers have, there are letters from fellow pen paller (snail mailers) through out the world they write about their thoughts, feelings, experiences and adventures that they have had on the inky trail of life. This book also is a resource for where to find pen pals on the internet and off line resources such as news letters, magaizines etc.




Snail Mail


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In a world of 140-character limits, Snapchats, textspeak and internet trolls, are we losing the ability to really communicate with our loved ones? Snail Mail aims to bring back handwritten communication - and more - in one beautifully illustrated and perfectly proper little package. Inspired by Japanese stationery and letter-writing culture, Michelle Mackintosh introduces the reader to the charm of the handwritten letter, personalized packages and handcrafted stationery. Beautifully illustrated and complete with cut-out postcard designs, papercraft and rubber stamp templates, Snail Mail is full of equally useful and whimsical advice, like how to say thank you in a letter and other old-school etiquette; how to take time and reflect on your life through writing; how to improve and celebrate your own handwriting; how to make your own paper; how to romance someone the old-school way; how to make pen friends and DIY beautiful invitations for any occasion. It's time to bring back the written word!




Snail Mail My Email


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One man's mission to give power back to the written word gave the world 10,000 beautifully crafted correspondences. We live in a fast-paced world, where emails reign supreme as a form of communication. Feeling nostalgic for the almost forgotten written letter, Ivan Cash decided to stage a comeback tour on its behalf. He invited anyone in the world to send him a 100 word email, and in return he would illustrate it into a letter and mail it for free. On day four of the project, he got more than 1,000 requests. A team of volunteers helped Ivan create over 10,000 letters—or more accurately, works of art—which were sent to happy recipients. Snail Mail My Email is a collection of the most memorable letters and moments from the project, and a reminder of the power of personal connection in a world of instant communication.




How to Write Letters


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Letter Writing 101


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In this innovative how-to guide, you’ll get the best explanation and ideas on how to write old school letters. Among great examples and bonus chapters, you’ll find info on: - Writing letters (easier said than done, but with our guidance, you’ll know exactly what to do) - Realizing all the awesome benefits of writing old school letters - Where to find a penpal (they’re all around you!) - Who would be a best penpal for you (you’re allowed to be picky) - How to write old school letters (the best part!) - What to write (might seem a little intimidating at first, but we got your back) - How to stay in touch once you’ve made first contact (just keep being your cool self and follow these easy steps) - How to stay safe (keeping your personal info safe is crucial in truly enjoying the penpal experience) - What to do if your penpal has stopped writing (it happens, but don’t fret) - Famous penpals in history (you’ll be surprised at all the people who enjoyed writing letters!) And not only that. Bonus chapters include info on: - Postcards: what are they and where to get your hands on some - How to address postcards - What to write - What NOT to write Of course, this is all rounded up nicely with a full blown example on what a great letter to a penpal should look like and also, what a properly written postcard should look like. About the Expert When not reading yet another book and drinking a warm cup of coffee, Andrea Gencheva can be found at her desk, writing a letter to a dear friend or family member. Ever since she sent her first letter in elementary school, she hasn’t stopped writing. It’s been about 25 years now, and her drawers are always full of pretty stationery, all sorts of postcards and thousands of pens. With a MA in English Literature, she always knew she’d end up writing… something. Whether it’s stories, novels or just letters, she doesn’t mind. She enjoys it all. And she hopes that she managed to give a magical glimpse into the world of writing old school letters to those who needed it. HowExpert publishes quick 'how to' guides on all topics from A to Z by everyday experts.




Yours Ever


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A delightful investigation of the art of letter writing, Yours Ever explores masterpieces dispatched through the ages by messenger, postal service, and BlackBerry. Here are Madame de Sévigné’s devastatingly sharp reports from the French court, F. Scott Fitzgerald’s tormented advice to his young daughter, the casually brilliant musings of Flannery O’Connor, the lustful boastings of Lord Byron, and the prison cries of Sacco and Vanzetti, all accompanied by Thomas Mallon’s own insightful commentary. From battlefield confessions to suicide notes, fan letters to hate mail, Yours Ever is an exuberant reintroduction to a vast and entertaining literature—a book that will help to revive, in the digital age, this glorious lost art.




How to Write a Letter


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The go-to resource for creative ideas and helpful tips for writing thank you notes, addressing envelopes, cover letters, and everything in between, from the creators of Sugar Paper Feeling like sending a little love in the mail but not sure how to get started? Along with letter-writing golden rules, How to Write a Letter will make it easier to: • select the perfect stationery for any occasion • find the best salutation and sign off • choose the right words for any situation, from congratulations to condolences • properly address an envelope in style With this book, you’ll discover how hand-writing your thoughts and feelings has the magic to turn a card, letter, or even scrap of paper into a treasure.




Two Prospectors


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"Pulitzer Prize-winning author of plays such as True West, Fool For Love, and Buried Child, and Academy Award-nominated actor in many films, including The Right Stuff, Sam Shepard is arguably America's finest working dramatist. He has said many times that he will never write a memoir. But he has written intensively about his inner life and creative work to his former father-in-law and housemate, Johnny Dark. This book gathers nearly 40 years of their correspondence, which provides the most honest and complete record of Shepard's professional and personal lives that he is ever likely to publish. The book is illustrated with Dark's candid, revealing photographs of Shepard and their mutual family across many years, as well as facsimiles of numerous letters.It makes a perfect companion to Treva Wurmfeld's recent film, Shepard & Dark"--