Jeannette Walls, bestselling author of The Glass Castle, survived a turbulent childhood of abuse and neglect. She developed incredible independence, through adversity. Her story illustrates that independent children from all walks of life can achieve great things.

You'll learn what to and not to do to become a successful independent consultant in direct sales.

As a homeschooler, I have had the fortune to be able to experiment with giving my children time for independent study.

A new avenue has opened up for independent artists and bands to have their music heard: the Atlanta-based Manifest Media Inc., is launching the Indie Dish network and will play indie artist's videos

Sprocket lists five independent film directors that every aspiring filmmaker should know. Their lives and careers serve as inspiration to those seeking to create their own cinematic path.

With all the home based businesses springing into life and the work at home offers rolling in, it is important for people to understand what it means to be an independent contractor. Knowing the law keeps you protected.

Tips on lighting an independent film

On of the first steps to fundraising for an independent film using parties is to find a location. The location should have enough space to accommodate a large amount of people.

Independent film fans who are drawn to the most original, the most groundbreaking, and the freshest cinematic perspectives will love getting any of these great indie film DVDs as a holiday gift. Read on to learn more about these three picks.

Guide on Hiring an Independent Contractor

The small, but active Independent film scene in Eugene, OR seems to be growing at the same pace as the bustling city itself. Even with a population of fewer than 150,000, Eugene is no stranger to the movies.

Applying to college can be overwhelming for any high school student. Therefore, many families turn to an independent (also called private) college counselor, who provides guidance throughout the college planning and application processes. But what exact

This article explains how to discern between employees and independent contractors

This article lets you know some of the main and important ideas on what it takes to become an independent consultant.

The recent wave of Hollywood blockbusters has left some independent film fans at a loss. One filmmaker from Atlanta feels that there is hope for quality movies in the future.

An overview and profile of six resources for elderly and senior retirement, independent living, assisted living, and nursing care units available in Madison, Wisconsin. Contact information is also provided.

Travel smarter - read these twenty helpful suggestions for independent travel. You'll save money, time and headaches.

It Is Clear That Laura Day Epitomizes The Word Independent

A look back at how the African nation of Zimbabwe came to existence and why its twenty five years of independent government have been largely a failure.

Whatever your want to watch, sometimes an independent video store can outdo its chain counterparts. Check out these two Milwaukee businesses, one on the East Side and the other in nearby Riverwest.

Is shopping at a locally owned grocery store important to you? If so, then you can become a proud patron or even part-owner at one of these independent grocery stores in Milwaukee.

Visit these independent Milwaukee book stores and support local businesses through your reading habits.

A review of The Complete DVD Book: Designing, Producing and Marketing Your Independent Film on DVD. How to put your film on a DVD, how to make menus, commentaries, Easter Eggs, and then how to market it so people will inundate you with orders to see it!

Charlotte is not yet totally taken over by the Best Buys and Borderses of the world; a few independent record stores, new and long-standing alike, come together to provide music lovers with anything they could be looking for.

Most people don't look past Dylan when considering the history of folk, yet there is a vibrant contemporary folk scene.

Foreign films, cult classics and independent experiments rarely show up on the screens of the nation's chain-owned megaplexes. For such diversity, check out the alternative theaters in and around Boston, Massachusetts.

Sixteen Years of Alcohol is a British Film depicting an alcholic's struggle to come to terms with the two conflicting sides of himself: the violent addict and the passionate idealist. It's shot in Edinburgh, Scottland.

Three independent bookstores, with three very different purposes. A local booklover reviews some of her favorites in Philadelphia, ferreting out where to get any book without going to a chain store - provided you don't mind paying for it.

Three gay film directors discussed their films and gay cinema, at a seminar in Palm Springs. They raised the question: Is there still a need for independent gay films?

The top 3 independent record stores in the St. Louis area offer a great selection of used vinyl records, CDs, 45's and 78's you can't find at the chain stores.....