Tony Smith

Before you go see Mom today, you really need to read this and think about the best gift you can give her.

The need for a printer with built-in wireless connectivity depends greatly on how your small network is set-up and used.

Why is it that aspiring professional comic book artists always expect to be paid upfront, but the writers likely never get paid at all?

An Associated Content exclusive interview with author Perry Moore about his novel HERO, his work on the Chronicles of Narnia films, and his other upcoming projects.

What makes this time of year such a bummer for so many of it? Have we given up on Christmas?

Another lunchtime poem...

A short poem I wrote a couple of years ago during my lunch break.

Five the best places to find The Nightmare Before Christmas graphics for your desktop, cell phone, and your MySpace page!

An exclusive interview with the creators of the comic book Boy Meets Hero.

I wrote this in the mid-90's when vampire fiction was all the rage. And...Um...did I mention I was in college at the time and under the thrall of Poppy Z. Brite? Poor imitation does not make for good writing, but the story is so hilariously bad that it's kind of funny.

The truth about blogging for dollars!

This article is my chat with the creator of the hit Web comics I Was Kidnapped By Lesbian Pirates From Outer Space and Yu + Me.

Sugggestions bridge the invisible gap between you and your significant other before it ruins your relationship.

A short story I wrote in college for a contest. The theme of the contest was to tell the story of cinderella in the style of Anne Rice...in less than a 1,000 words! I've left it mostly intact as I wrote it, for the sake of nostalgia.

My ups and downs trying to get started as a writer in the comic book field.

Laura Vandervoort will be television's first Supergirl, but who is she?

Mesothelioma is the asbestos induced cancer that offers mixed hope for treatment.

Donna Barr's critically acclaimed work is impossible to pigeonhole into one particular genre. Is she a writer? An artist? A cartoonist? A social satirist? Actually, she's all of the above and more.

Will the addition of cult-favorite actor Nathan Fillion bring Desperate Housewives back to the glory of its first season? Caution: herein lies spoilers!

As of March 27, 2004, Tribune Broadcasting's Superstation WGN has acquired syndication rights to the first three seasons of Reno 911! And, after the shocking ending of Season Four, internet fans are beginning to speculate about possible spoilers for Season Five.

Brian Andersen, a hot new Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender comic-book creator, talks exclusively with me about his indy comic, So Super Duper.

Easy ways to sneak ad-targeted keywords into your articles and blog entries.

My experience with sub-prime mortgage refinancing.

Thoughts about a random free porn site I recently discovered, is it helpful or harmful to relationships?

An e-chat with critically acclaimed artist, writer & publisher Lynx Delirium about Carabosse Comics and his future projects.

A one-on-one e-chat with Tommy Roddy, who writes and publishes the popular comic book Pride High.

There are times where it's not only appropriate to use corporal punishment on children, but it's also for their own good.

Is it really justice that criminals who've served time for their offense be denied fair treatment in the job market?

Is John Edwards A Fair Voice for Gay Americans?

What is it about co-habitation that leads you to pack on the pounds?

Ever wonder what motivates people to try to find new ways of earning money?

Why can't writers can't quote song lyrics even when proper credit is given?

Tips for paying off your debts without resorting to a HEL or mortgage refinance.

Recently all the focus and blame has gone to China for shipping toys and other products unsafe for our children and us. However, we seem to forget that the responsibility to protect our children and ourselves ultimately lies with us...

My opinion on the differences between being a home owner and a renter.

Why are the differences between gays and heterosexuals such a sticking point? Don't we have more important issues to worry about?

Did you know you can turn your iPod into a giant USB flash drive?

While Tammy Faye Messner (formerly Bakker) is best remembered for her extravagant make-up and unfortunate choice of first husbands, there were other facets of her life that are frequently over looked.

Why anything less than true marriage equality just doesn't work.

Do you have an opinion on a hot topic like abortion, Harry Potter, gays in the military, President Bush, gay marriage, Hillary Clinton, or the Sopranos? Well, say it with a t-shirt! Even better, you can get your message out there and get paid for it.

Ways to bring back the spark you might have lost in your relationship.

A chili recipe for those of us who still think Chef Boyardee makes great ravioli.

Tips on how to prepare your digital files to save on printing costs.

A short parable about the importance of angels in our life.

An overview of the best lifting tool I've found for heavy sheet goods.

A lesson I learned about not underestimating your parents.

Common sense tips for getting better auto insurance rates.

There's an eroding moral belief that you shouldn't live with someone until you're married, but I believe that ALL couples should live together before they're married.

I've worked for companies that range from a few as ten employees to global corporations. But, whether it's a small family owned business or a global conglomerate, I seem to constantly keep running into the same "types." How many do you recognize from your work experience?

Some of the best ways I've found to earn money online...so far.

How I re-potty trained an adult dog to make the move from living in a house to an apartment.

Is Harry Potter responsible for converting children to witchcraft?