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English Language (BA)
English Language at Cardiff has a distinctive character. As well as providing you with a rigorous grounding in the analysis of the English language, this course will train you to analyse multimodal forms of communication – word, image and sound - that predominate in contemporary media.
English Language at Cardiff has a distinctive character. As would be expected of any good English Language programme, you will be provided with a rigorous grounding in the analysis of the English language.
Thus you will learn such essential linguistic tools as phonetics, grammar and discourse analysis from those who are helping develop those fields. Since we take a broad approach to language, you will also learn how to analyse the types of multimodal (e.g. word+image+sound) texts that predominate in contemporary and new media.
Language analysis, though, is just the starting point. What makes Cardiff special is our focus on the intersection of language with culture, society, politics and mind. While arming you with technical skills of analysis, we then expect you to grapple with exciting theories that will enable you to take into account the multifarious aspects of the context of language use and interpret the communication in a complex and meaningful way.
We aim to provide a programme that you can personalise to your own requirements. We provide a set of carefully-designed core modules that guarantee a solid base for all, but then allow you, with advice from your Personal Tutor, to carve out a programme that will best fit your interests and career aspirations. The programme is organised to match a wide range of relevant career options. As a student in the School of English, Communication and Philosophy at Cardiff you will be taught by leading researchers in the subject.
Your scheduled contact hours will be supplemented by the opportunity for individual meetings with academic staff, by supportive academic progress meetings with your Personal Tutor and by the opportunity to attend research seminars and careers activities.
The School prides itself on nurturing a friendly, personalised and supportive environment for its students, with staff spending a great deal of time at various points in the semester in individual one-to-one meetings with students.
Key facts
|UCAS Code
|Entry point
|September 2016
|3 years
|Typical places available
|The School of English, Communication and Philosophy typically has 350 places available.
|Typical applications received
|The School of English, Communication and Philosophy typically receives 1450 applications.
|Typical A level offer
|ABB ; General Studies is not accepted
|Typical Welsh Baccalaureate offer
|WBQ core will be accepted in lieu of one A-level (at the grades specified above), excluding English Literature or English Language and Literature, or Creative Writing for English Literature degrees.
|Typical International Baccalaureate offer
|34 points including 6,5,5 in Higher Level subjects.
|Other qualifications
|Applications from those offering alternative qualifications are welcome. Specific admissions and selection criteria for this degree programme can be found online.
Detailed alternative entry requirements are available for this course.
|QAA subject benchmark
The Programme that we offer cuts across three different Benchmark Statements: English Studies, Linguistics and Communication.
|Admissions tutor(s)
Dr Michelle Aldridge-waddon, Admissions Tutor
Mrs Anna Birt, Course Administrator
Important Legal Information: The programme information currently being published in Course Finder is under review and may be subject to change. The final programme information is due to be published by May 2016 and will be the definitive programme outline which the University intends to offer. Applicants are advised to check the definitive programme information after the update, to ensure that the programme meets their needs.
The degree programme is organised in a way that provides the solid grounding needed to allow you to choose in an informed way from among the options available.
Year one
You will take 80 credits in English Language and then the remaining 40 credits can all be taken in English Language, or you can choose to do up to 40 credits in either English Literature (excluding Creative Writing) or Philosophy, or 20 credits in each.
For English Literature you will require an A-level in English Literature, or English Literature and Language, or equivalent qualification.
|Module title
|Module code
|Introduction To Human Communication
|20 credits
|Introduction To Language & Society
|20 credits
|Introduction To Media Communication
|20 credits
|Introduction To Language
|20 credits
Year two
The ten optional 'Foundation' modules in Year Two provide engaging introductions to a range of key areas of study in English Language: sociolinguistics, language and culture, language and mind, history of English, phonology, functional grammar, language and mind, and others. The training provided by these modules prepares you to make your choice from among the more specialised, research-led 'extension' modules available in Year Three.
|Module title
|Module code
|Sound, Structure and Meaning
|20 credits
|20 credits
|Module title
|Module code
|Visual Communication
|20 credits
|20 credits
|Research Methods
|20 credits
|History of English
|20 credits
|Language & Culture
|20 credits
|Language & the Mind
|20 credits
|Language & Gender
|20 credits
|International Study Abroad (60 credits) Autumn
|60 credits
|International Study Abroad (60 credits) Spring
|60 credits
|Words & Meaning
|20 credits
Year three
The Year Three modules are offered in the subject areas in which staff are currently working, thus giving you a unique insight into some of the most up-to-date and innovative work in English language research. These modules also often require you to gather and analyse your own data. Currently the modules address areas such as communication disorders, forensic linguistics, persuasive communication, second language acquisition, language and ideology, digital literacy, health communication, stylistics, discourse of broadcasting, phonology, and language and ecology. There are also opportunities to undertake a project or dissertation in your chosen area of research.
|Module title
|Module code
|Communication Disorders
|20 credits
|Persuasive Communication
|20 credits
|40 credits
|Project in Language and Communication 1
|20 credits
|Project in Language and Communication 2
|20 credits
|Forensic Linguistics
|20 credits
|Language Learning and Teaching
|20 credits
|Language, Genre and Ideology
|20 credits
|Lifespan Communication
|20 credits
|The Graphic Memoir
|20 credits
|Social Interaction
|20 credits
|Functions of Grammar
|20 credits
|Patterns of Language
|20 credits
|Media Discourse
|20 credits
|Children, Language & Communication
|20 credits
|Communicating in Relationships
|20 credits
|Sound in Action
|20 credits
|International Study Abroad (60 credits) Autumn
|60 credits
|International Study Abroad (60 credits) Spring
|60 credits
The Cardiff BA in English Language will be taught using the following methods:
- Weekly lectures
- Weekly small group seminars
- Teaching via Virtual Learning Environments.
We use a variety of different forms of assessment, such as:
- Academic essays
- Project-based coursework
- Formal written exams
- Oral presentations
- Research-based projects and dissertations
- Technical exercises
- Practical design and computer work
Many of our modules are 50% coursework and 50% exam but there are also many modules with 100% coursework.
The School of English, Communication and Philosophy provides its students with a highly satisfying academic experience that assists their development as critically-minded, culturally-aware citizens whose high analytic skills, powers of expression and progressive self-reliance make them extremely attractive to employers.
Degrees in English Language combine the best of humanities skills (flexibility, communication, critique) and social science skills (technical analysis and systematic method). Common destinations include primary and secondary school teaching, TEFL, marketing and PR, sales and advertising, the civil service and public administration.
As a graduate in English Language at Cardiff you will have shown yourself to be able to:
- Grasp complex issues with confidence
- Ask the right questions of complex data and texts
- Have an imaginative appreciation of different views and options
- Analyse these critically and reflectively
- Identify and apply relevant data
- Propose imaginative solutions of your own that are rooted in evidence and critical analysis
- Express yourself clearly, concisely and persuasively in writing and speech
- Work to deadlines and priorities, managing a range of tasks at the same time
- Articulate well-researched ideas with the right degree of assertiveness
- Learn from constructive criticism and incorporate its insights in revising your work and in future work on different topics
- Demonstrate enterprise and initiative in researching your topics and developing your point of view
- Work as part of a team, developing qualities of respect for the ideas and arguments of others and a collaborative approach to inquiry and problem-solving
- Develop a range of communicative skills, including the use of IT programmes and digital media, where appropriate
School of English, Communication and Philosophy
In 2013/14, 91% of the School's graduates who were available for work reported they were in employment and/or further study within six months of graduation.
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Next intake
September 2016
Places available
120 places for Single and Joint Hons programmes that include English Language.
Applications received
There were 227 applications for the Single Hons BA English Language for entry 2013.
QAA subject benchmark
|QAA subject benchmark
The Programme that we offer cuts across three different Benchmark Statements: English Studies, Linguistics and Communication.
Overview and aims of this course/programme
English Language is concerned with the structure, use and significance of language, with a particular focus on the English language as it is spoken and written across the world in many different social and professional settings. It studies spoken, written and multimodal texts but also how speakers and hearers learn, interpret and evaluate language and communicational contexts. Studying for a degree in English Language develops abilities to analyse and critique the language and communication that surrounds us but also helps develop strong skills in communicating clearly and effectively. English Language graduates are known for their ability to combine the best of social science skills, such as technical analysis and systematic method, with the best of humanities skills, such as flexibility, communication and critique.
The English Language programme at Cardiff combines a strong foundation in linguistic and communicational analysis with plenty of opportunities for students to pursue specific academic and career-related interests. We offer modules in descriptive traditions of language, such as the study of phonetics, grammar and child language, but also in critical traditions such as the study of discourse and the relation between language and power. We also offer a number of modules that are directly relevant to career areas in education, the media, health, and the legal process.
What should I know about year five?
Students are expected to attend and participate in lectures and seminars for all modules on which they are enrolled. They are expected to devote 200 hours of study to each 20-credit module, consisting in a combination of formal contact hours and independent study. In line with University policy, attendance will be monitored at specific 'points of engagement' throughout the year. Students with good cause to be absent should inform their module leaders, who will provide the necessary support. Students with extenuating circumstances should submit the Extenuating Circumstances form in accordance with the University's procedures.
Students are expected to adhere to the Cardiff University policy on Dignity at Work and Study.
How is this course/programme structured?
The programme is offered in full-time mode over three academic years or part-time mode over four to nine academic years. 360 credits are studied (120 credits per year). The first year consists of 80 core credits (40 credits in English Language and 40 credits in Communication). A further 40 credits are chosen from another Humanities subject group. Students in their second year take 40 compulsory credits in Discourse and Sound, Structure and Meaning, plus a further 80 credits from the range of English Language modules available. Students in their final year choose all 120 credits from the range of English modules available. Students must pass each academic year before being allowed to proceed.
What should I know about year four?
There is no specific equipment required to enable study on this Programme.
What should I know about year three?
Students will acquire and develop a range of valuable skills, both those which are discipline specific and more generic 'employability skills'.
What should I know about the preliminary year?
A diverse range of teaching and learning styles is used throughout the programme. Students attend lectures, participate in seminars and carry out independent research in preparation for each session. Modules usually last one semester and mostly consist in 2 lectures and 1 seminar per week, as well as independent study.
A few of the modules on the programme are core but most of the modules are optional. Students may take a project or dissertation in Year 3 if they meet the entry requirements as indicated in the Course Guide.
The learning activities will vary from module to module as appropriate, but may include such activities as: interactive lectures, seminar discussions of prepared texts/topics, student presentations or group presentations and small-group work within seminars. Students are expected to do the reading and other relevant preparation to enable them to take a full part in these activities and are encouraged to explore the resources of the library as appropriate.
In the final year of the degree students have the option of choosing to write a dissertation on a topic of particular interest to them.
What should I know about year one?
The taught modules within the programme are assessed through a variety of methods:
- Traditional academic essays
- Data-based essays
- Projects involving data collection and transcription
- Formal exams
- Oral presentations
- Practical creative projects
The form(s) of assessment for individual modules are set out in the relevant Module Description. Most modules are assessed by assessed essay and/or examination, but some include other forms of assessment such as design tasks or presentations. The assessment strategy is structured to lead students from specimen question papers towards the production of an informed answer. Emphasis in assessment is placed on the writing of clear, persuasive and scholarly essays presented in a professional manner and submitted on time. Details of any academic or competence standards which may limit the availability of adjustments or alternative assessments for disabled students are noted in the Module Descriptions.
Students will receive individual written feedback on written coursework and group written feedback on exams. Students are encouraged to discuss their ideas with module tutors in seminars and, where appropriate, on a one-to-one basis in office hours.
Other information
Every student is assigned a personal tutor and will meet him/her for regular Academic Progress Meetings (one per semester). There is a form to fill in before each Academic Progress meeting which is designed to help you reflect on the written feedback and the reasons for the marks you have received from the previous round of assessment. You will discuss this feedback and your reflections on it with your personal tutor.
In addition, all staff have weekly office hours during teaching weeks and students may make appointments to see their personal tutor or module leaders on a one-to-one basis about any issues. Staff may also be contacted by email. Details of the office hours and email addresses of staff are provided in the Module Guide for each module.
Use of Learning Central, the University's Virtual Learning Environment, will vary from module to module as the module leader feels appropriate for the specific contents of the module but will normally at least include making lecture handouts available online.
Distinctive features
Graduates from this programme will be able to:
· Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of core areas of English language studies, including phonetics, grammar, semantics, pragmatics and discourse analysis
· Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of a range of empirical linguistic phenomena and of the relevant descriptive terminology so as to have a practical understanding of what language is and how it works in actual use
· Demonstrate responsiveness to the central role of language in the creation of meaning and a sensitivity to the affective power of language
· Demonstrate awareness of how different social and cultural contexts affect the nature of language and meaning
· Critically evaluate ideas, arguments and empirical research
· Collect, evaluate, synthesise and interpret qualitative and/or quantitative data
How will I be taught?
We have a number of opportunities to study abroad in Europe and the United States, including Erasmus programmes.
Admissions tutors
Dr Michelle Aldridge-waddon, Admissions Tutor
Mrs Anna Birt, Course Administrator
Key Information Sets (KIS) make it easy for prospective students to compare information about full or part time undergraduate courses, and are available on the Unistats website.
Get information and advice about making an application, find out when the key dates are and learn more about our admissions criteria.How to apply


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I need clarification. I thought Playon just took content that was already on the internet for free and just put it in one spot verses having to go to each site and if you want Netflix or Hulu, you still have to pay for that. Plus you must leave your computer on when using Playon
Is this correct?
If that is correct, wouldn't it be about as easy and cheaper to use the HDMI port on your computer and hook it to your TV to watch programming. Hulu Free, Vicki, Drama Fever, Startrek and others all work this way.
I hope this doesn't sound like I'm being smart. I'm just trying to clarify and correct my thinking if so.
Kenny, what you've described is exactly what we've done with our desktop computer and TV. We purchased a $40 indoor antenna for local stations and hooked our HD-enabled computer to the HDMI port on our TV.
We have an older box TV without an HDMI port; our (inexpensive) Blu-Ray player streams some services – Amazon Instant Video, YouTube, etc. and it connects through the older ports. (Sorry I can't think of what they're called!)
I haven't used PlayOn, so I'm not sure exactly how it works. But I did see that PlayOn can connect through any of the three major video game consoles, so if you already have that, no need for the Roku.
I think the idea behind the Roku + PlayOn is compatibility with more TVs and wireless connectivity. Again – I don't have either one, but I've been reading up on them. My conclusion is that I probably don't need them since we've hooked our computer directly to our TV.
Some internet providers charge based on data usage, so heavy watchers could easily find themselves going over their caps and racking up some nifty charges… so do your research before making the switch.
Also, make sure your internet connection can handle the extra bandwidth necessary for streaming services, especially if you or someone else may be using the internet at the same time.
If you have someone in your home eligible for Amazon Student, you can get Amazon Prime for $39 after being in the program for six months. This will get you access to the cost-free streaming.
We only have antenna TV with a 6-foot antenna in our attic and get about 40 channels in our area. What we don't watch there, which really isn't much as most TV drives us nuts, we get at the library on DVD. Our library will purchase things I request about 99% of the time. They've purchased about $350 worth of DVDs I've requested in the past year (not to mention all the books and CDs I've also requested). Not a bad ROI for my $85 in taxes I'm already paying! Getting shows on library DVDs means no commercials or other annoying ads, too!
You do need your computer with the playon server running to be on but the program runs in the background not like using the hdmi cord ,which, would require to go to the computer each time you want to go to a different site. In other words, you don't have to open your browser. Roku or your gaming console will find the server and allow you to connect to the sites. Hope this answered your question.
How would apple TV fit into this plan?
How do watch NFL games and college sports using one of these choices?
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Market Research
Marketing plays a crucial role in the success of any business venture. Whether you are in the start up or expansion phase of your small business, an effective marketing strategy will ensure that you reach the goals you have set for your enterprise. Marketing is an ongoing process that starts with a thorough understanding of your business environment. As your business grows, it needs to be continually refined and updated to accommodate changes in the marketplace.
The key to successful marketing is a solid understanding of the environment in which your business operates: your position in the market place, your products and services, your competition, and your customers. Here's where market research comes in.
In order to write your marketing plan and develop effective marketing strategies, you will need to gather facts about your business environment. Market research is the systematic process of collecting and analyzing data to find answers to questions you may have regarding your customers, your competitors, and your industry. The Science, Industry and Business Library (SIBL) has a wealth of resources-both print and electronic-that can assist you in understanding these aspects of your business environment.
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This market research guide will point out some resources at SIBL that will help you research these questions. See the General Resources page for general marketing resources at SIBL. For a more in-depth overview of marketing concepts, please refer to the marketing section of the Business Owner's Manual on the New York Small Business Resource Center web site.
Who Are My Potential Customers?
Consumer information is a key element of the market research process. A solid understanding of your current or potential customers is essential if you want to direct your marketing efforts at the population segment that is most likely to buy your products or services. Here are some resources covering: demographic information, consumer behavior and lifestyle interests, buying power and spending habits, and specific target markets.
Demographics USA
County edition - *R-Econ HF5415.3.D46
City edition - *R-Econ HF5415.3.D46
Zip code edition - *R-Econ HC110.C6.S84473
Community Sourcebook of Demographics
*R-SIBL HA203.S66 (latest edition at McGraw Desk)
U.S. Census Bureau Publications
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also available at: http://www.census.gov
Statistical Abstract of the United States
*R-SIBL HA202 (latest edition at McGraw Desk)
also available at: http://www.census.gov/prod/www/statistical-abstract-us.html
Advertising Age's American Demographics, 2005-
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The lifestyle characteristics of your target consumers influence their buying habits. Use the following resources to identify interests, beliefs, attitudes, and activities of your potential customers.
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American Attitudes: who thinks what about the issues that shape our lives
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How much money does your target market have to spend on your product or service? What type of purchases does your target market make? Use the following resources to find the answers to these questions.
American Incomes : demographics of who has money
American Marketplace : demographics and spending patterns
Best customers : demographics of consumer demand
Consumer Expenditure Survey
*R-Econ HD6983 .C558 (latest edition at McGraw Desk)
also at: http://www.bls.gov/cex/
Household Spending : who spends how much on what
*R HC110.C6 T72 (latest edition at McGraw Desk)
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SIBL has a number of publications covering particular market segments (e.g. teenagers, baby boomers, women, Hispanics). The following selection of books will help you learn more about the lifestyle, attitudes, and buying habits of your specific target market. Use the library catalogs to find additional publications dealing with a particular group.
American Generations: who they are, how they live, what they think
Americans 55 & Older : a changing market
The Baby Boom : Americans aged 35 to 54
Generation X : the young adult market
Racial and Ethnic Diversity: Asians, Blacks, Hispanics, Native Americans and Whites
Who Are My Competitors?
Finding what your competition is up to is crucial to the survival of your business. You need to be able to identify your main competitors, review their business operations, analyze their weaknesses, strengths, pricing strategies, and so on. Who are their customers? What is their sales volume? This information will help you assess the position of your company in relation to your competitors.
Public Companies
In general, information on large public companies is relatively easier to find. At SIBL, you can search the following databases for company profiles and financial information, such as annual reports and filings.
- Mergent Online
- Thomson Research
- Standard & Poor's Net Advantage
The Internet also offers a wealth of free resources, from news clips and press releases to stock quotes and company profiles. You can also collect a lot of information just by visiting your competitor's web site. Some of the major web resources for company information include: Hoover's Online, and Corporate Information.
Private Companies
Information on small, private companies is much harder to find. Often the best (and sometimes only) way to find information on small businesses is to search for articles published about the company in magazines, trade journals and newspapers. Some of the major business periodical databases at SIBL include:
- Business & Company Resource Center (Gale)
- General Business File
Locating Your Competitors
The following directory databases will help you locate competitors in a specific geographic area (state, city, area code, zip code). They provide basic information such as address, key officers, lines of business, sales volume, and, when available, credit ratings and number of employees. You can also use these databases to locate potential business clients.
- Reference USA
- Dun's Million Dollar Directory
For more information on finding company information, visit SIBL's Company Information Guide.
What is the State of my Industry?
An in-depth analysis of the industry in which your business operates is an essential part of marketing research. The following resources will help you find industry handbooks and market research reports that will assist you with questions such as: What is the size of the market for my product or service? Is this market shrinking or expanding? What is the market share of my competitors? What future trends are likely to affect my industry? Also, be sure to research relevant trade journals and trade associations. Sometimes overlooked, they are indispensible sources of industry information.
Use the following print publications and electronic databases to gain insight on the main industries in the United States:
Business and Company Resource Center
Standard & Poor's Industry Surveys
*Company/Industry Section at SIBL
also available in the database: Standard & Poor's Net Advantage
Mergent Online
(Business Source Premier, Business Wire News, Newspaper Source)
A separate guide is available on SIBL's homepage that provides a comprehensive list of industry specific directories that are available at SIBL.
The library subscribes to many electronic databases that provide market research reports, articles, and statistics on trends affecting your industry. Check SIBL's electronic resources list for descriptions of these and other databases available for free at the library.
- Business & Company Resource Center
- General BusinessFile
- Investext Plus
- Market Research.com Academic
- Market Research Monitor (Euromonitor)
- Standard & Poor's Net Advantage
- Statistical Universe
- TableBase
Market research reports are published by marketing firms for a wide range of industries, as well as for specific products or services. Although SIBL provides electronic access to many market research reports, a large number of reports must be purchased directly from the publisher or market research firm. Use Findex to see a comprehensive list of market research reports covering for your industry.
Findex: a worldwide directory of market research reports and surveys
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also at: http://www.marketresearch.com
Trade journals are excellent sources of information on industry trends. They are also a great source of competitor information. Below are some of the directories that list trade magazines and journals for different industries.
Ulrich's Periodicals Directory
Directory of Business Information Resources
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Standard Rate and Data Service (SRDS)
*SRDS Shelf (left of the McGraw Desk):
Business Publications Advertising Source
Consumer Magazine Advertising Source
Direct Marketing List Source
Hispanic Media and Marketing Source
Interactive Advertising Source
Newspaper Advertising Source
Print Media Production Source
Radio Advertising Source
TV and Cable Advertising Source
Trade associations can also provide useful information such as industry reports, statistics, and market surveys. Keep in mind, however, that you may have to pay membership fees to get access to the information. Use these directories to find a list associations pertaining to your industry.
Encyclopedia of Associations
National Trade and Professional Associations
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General Resources
Here are some additional print resources that may assist you in your market research. Search SIBL's catalogs in order to find resources such as marketing handbooks, market research directories, and a list of marketing associations. Also listed below is a selection of Internet resources which provide indepth coverage on a wide range of market research topics.
SIBL has a large collection of marketing and market research materials. For a list of available publications, search the catalog for reference and circulating materials. Subject headings relevant to marketing may include:
Consumer Behavior
Marketing Research
Market Surveys
Market Segmentation
Target Marketing
Speak with a librarian at the McGraw Desk for assistance and suggestions for other resources. Ask for Help Sheet #15: Information Sources for Market Research for a list of more marketing resources.
SIBL has a large collection of handbooks on marketing research. The following publications will help you get started:
AMA Complete Guide to Marketing Research for Small Business
Finding Market Research on the Web
Company/Industry Section
Guerrilla Marketing
The Marketing Research Guide
State of the Art Marketing Research
If your want to hire a market research firm to conduct market research on your behalf, SIBL has several directories that provide listings of local and international agencies. These firms can provide a wide range of research services, such as focus groups and telephone surveys:
Bradford's International Directory of Marketing Research Agencies
The GreenBook, Worldwide Directory of Marketing Research Companies and Services
also available at: http:// www.greenbook.org
M Guide: AMA's Essential Marketing Directory
MRA Blue Book, Research Services Directory
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Marketing associations are valuable sources of information. Their web sites usually provide a wealth of information, including articles, research tips, and links to relevant web sites. In addition, most feature a "publications" section or an "online bookstore" which lists the best or most recent publications in the field of marketing research. Visit the following marketing associations'web sites for more information:
American Marketing Association
Direct Marketing Association
Marketing Research Association
To find other marketing associations, ask a librarian at the McGraw Information Desk for the Encyclopedia of Associations or National Directory of Trade and Professional Associations.
Marketing Virtual Library is one of the most comprehensive sources of marketing information on the Internet for those involved in marketing, advertising, selling, promotion and e-commerce.
The Small Business Administration (SBA) provides a wealth of information for small business people on their web site. The Online Library has an extensive section on marketing.
The Marketing Resource Center provides more than a hundred articles on traditional and Internet marketing strategies, an online associations directory, and links to market research services.
Entrepreneurial Edge provides a series of self-paced how-to modules that walk you through the process of growing a business in areas such as finance, human resources, leadership and management.
The Small Business Resource Center (SBRC) is co-sponsored by SIBL and is comprised of the Programs and Services Locator and a Business Owner's Manual for small businesses in New York. See the Marketing section in the Business Owner's Manual for more information and tips on how to market your business.
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These Spring Imagination poems are examples of Spring poems about Imagination. These are the best examples of Spring Imagination poems written by international PoetrySoup poets
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Let the petals get wings of butterfly
tell the withering rose to shed its sorrow
see how beautifully under the spring sky
petals will spread their wings tomorrow.
Tell the withering rose to shed its sorrow
like butterflies on their first flights
petals will spread their wings tomorrow
catching spring morning's first sunlight.
Like butterflies on their first flights
colourful flowers will be in the air
catching spring morning's first sunlight
spreading fragrances every where.
Colourful flowers will be in the air
see how beautifully under the spring sky
spreading fragrances every where,
let the petals get wings of butterfly.
© kash poet (kashinath karmakar)
By:kash poet
Placement:1st; February 2013
Contest:Petals in The Wind
Sponsor:Gail Doyle
Copyright © kash poet | Year Posted 2013
Before spring came, in late February
to the blooming and jolly hills
I ran, breathing heavily and frantically,
touching the perfumed blossoms
of a solitary, old cherry tree;
and underneath it I sat writing poetry
that hadn't a perfect rhyme and beat!
Weren't my skills marred by imperfections?
Canaries and red-breasted robins
flew down and rested on my outstretched legs;
perusing my lines to spot their names,
and when they did, they flapped their wings in gladness!
I could have imagined their joyful words,.
if only they had acquired the gift of speech,
and deeper in their thoughts I would have reached:
to dispel the myth that they had no feelings...
After my short poem was completed,
I reached for my harmonica to play my favorite classic tune;
and being surprised by the paleness of the fading moon,
I dedicated that happy melody to her not to let her despair:
by waving my hand to make her farewell less sad, while I whispered,
" Silent moon, eternal companion of every poet,
what's beyond the realm of this universe?...
Tell us more of those invisible suns and planets! "
Before spring came to the dormant valley,
the mountains' peaks allowed the sun to melt their snows,
to create gushing torrents to feed its water to the dry and cracked soil,
which needed rain instead of harmful frost;
and I drank the freshest water and washed my sweaty face,
while fighting off the bees' stubborn rivalry!
That spring has come again to dress herself with incredible splendor,
and this discontent and wishful heart desires nothing more than being there!
My theme is: Happiness In Childhood
Copyright © Andrew Crisci | Year Posted 2009
In the spring, I'm a Daffodill
In many hues, dancing on the hill
Swaying with the gentle breeze
In the spring I'm easy to please
In late spring, I'm pale pink rose
Growing on the trellis, inviting bees toes
To touch on me, drink their fill of nectar
Sweet, in late spring I'm real neat
In early summer, I'm Buddleia
When Butterflies come, Cassiopeiae
Is so jealous of the attention
As they touch and tickle my extensions
Later on I become Great Yellow Gentian
At this time I'm in another dimension
Waiting the time in the fall when I've lived all
Then I become the great Sunflower in the fall
When winter arrives, I'm barely now alive
This is when Camellia makes her debut
She is really now more alive leaves glisten
They've a glossy waxy shin and the blooms pristine
(In response to Andrea's Blog.)
Copyright © Sara Kendrick | Year Posted 2010
I sat on the toy store shelf, feeling all bottled-up and unwanted.
The kids prefer to play with video games, these days,
rather than being outdoors with me.
Then one day, this little girl grabbed me down from the shelf
and begged her Mommy to buy me.
She took me out to play as soon as we got home.
The spring day was so bright as I met the sun for the first time.
I could not contain the joy that I felt
as she unscrewed the lid and dipped the plastic wand
into the soapy liquid. She brought the wand to her lips
and gently blew out a line of iridescent bubbles.
I felt so free, floating through the air with my new friends.
Her giggles of delight were the sweetest sound.
She dances as we swirl around her. Pure imagination takes over
as she pretends to be a fish in a bubbly underwater world.
I will never forget the wonder that was in her eyes.
The wind caught each one of us, taking us on a new adventure.
She runs to try and catch me as I drift up and away from her.
Written by: Kelly Deschler
May 20th, 2014
Copyright © Kelly Deschler | Year Posted 2014
A pig in peplum and pearls
under a pergola twirls.
Pendulous petunias sway
while percussion plays.
Whispering spring breezes,
a tickle in my nose, i sneezes.
Copyright © raskin bobbins | Year Posted 2013
. T ulips coated in dewy waxen gloss
U ndulating their warm fragrant breath
L eaving - that cold hearted Mr. Frost
I n a
P uddle of tears
S creaming - Spring is here!
Elaine Cecelia George, of Canada
Written: April 11, 2011
For: Carol Brown's contest - Spring Flowers
Awarded: First Place
Copyright © Elaine George | Year Posted 2011
Standing out in a field alone, a little white flower named Daisy longed for someone to share her world.
One day a blue flower named Bachelor Button entered her world they became friends.
She knew by his name that he was not the propagating kind, but that didn't stop their relationship she called him BB short for best bud.
The seasons of Spring & Summer they enjoyed the sun, laughed in the rain and held on fast in the Fall.
Winter came it was long and hard they were both covered in a blanket of snow, not knowing whether they would ever see each other again or even survive .The snow fell then came the ice, this went on for months.
The Sun shone brightly the first day of spring. A few days later warmth of the sun melted the snow, Daisy popped up .
I've been waiting days for you to come out, said BB, they both chanted hooray!
The snow was completely gone in a few days, the birds started building their nests , bugs were crawling around ,butterflies began to visit the two flowers. I wish there were more of us Daisy said, to BB.
They laughed as the sun and wind blew through their leaves. Then it started the sun and rain took turns until one morning the air & field was filled with the smell of flowers.
Daisy and BB looked at each other and asked what kind of flowers are these ? they're not white like daisies they're not blue like bachelor buttons. They did not know the birds and bugs carried the seeds from the two of them and the caterpillars buried them under the soil.
The seeds from the new flowers were then carried by the winds many miles away, they landed in fertilized gardens and flourished, although they faced danger everyday.
as they were called WEEDS ..
The Gardener pulls weeds out of the garden so they don't choke the flowers, which cost a lot of money and require lots of maintenance.
However there was a Gardener who saw her friends spending hours weeding their garden , that they didn't have enough time to admire and enjoy the labors of their love
So she set out to give a home to all the weeds ,she provided a place where they could fit in and multiply, they required no maintenance, rain provides their water .
The best part of all is their beauty is in the eye of the beholder.
Ask my granddaughter-- What are those flowers in the garden ?
She will answer "WILDFLOWERS " their parents were Daisy and BB
Copyright © kj force | Year Posted 2013
The Roses are Red
The Violets are Blue
The sunshine has got in me
And the Devil has, too.
The Sunshine's hit Dragon
Oh what will we do?
He poo'd on my Roses
Oh I know what I'll Do!
So I Gave him a bath
Most wonderous thing!
He'll be stuck in the tub…
Come Hell or next Spring!
I know, I know
But The Devil won't let go!
So I'll Run to McDonald's
For them lucky guys
These to bestow!
There once was a guy named Elliot
Who's funny bone hasn't broken yet-iot
But never fear… Grandpa Troll is here
Laughing and rolling on the floor like an id-iot
I know… I know… Don't cry… at it!
Dragon's the one who wrote-iot
Hey Dragon… I was THE ONE who started writing it… I say!
Well Yes… it WAS funnier that way
Well, OK! YOU WIN… I said with a grin…
Your such a silly Dragon-iot… I said with shagrin
Think he'll get that one… in the end?
Well, Maybe just incase, I'd better start running… I say
My friends… won't tell Dragon so it'll be OK
Well…Maybe?… Naw… No Way!
And No…Dragon! I Did NOT get Carried AWAY!
Naw… No Way!
Copyright © Carol Eastman | Year Posted 2015
See all of the buds upon the trees
watch closely as slowly one unfurls
each tiny weeny leaf stretching out
one by one peeling away from the buds
Turning their faces up to the sun
some sticky buds much longer taking
all sorts of shapes and different sizes
as they grow and cast their dappled shade
On the tender plants hiding below
shade lovers of stunning colours
scarlet red Hostas amidst bluebells
the trumpets waving on their long stems
All the sun lovers blooms open wide
drinking in the heat beaming down
tulips bright with merry stripes
all the colours of the rainbow
Swaying gentle in noon heat
tall hollyhocks stately bend
the early promise of a rose
scents abound flooding senses
So easy to lay back and drift off
sun shining down heats the skin
bees droning gathering nectar
such an idyllic place to rest awhile
~ ~ ~ ~ ~
Copyright © Shadow Hamilton | Year Posted 2013
And the storm calls to me in ways you'll never understand
A gentle call that urges my soul forth
The lighting guiding a path for my feet to walk
Between the stones and ash of all that once was
I stand in the echoing silence of the rain
It drops down upon my skin like the blessing waters of heaven
Soothing me, lifting the weight from my body
I feel at once as if I am home
Standing amid two dimensions
Caught between two skies - here and there
The night wraping around me in warmth
The gentle wind lifting me off my feet
Drops from the clouded moon washing away my body
and I am left just a soul, an essence
The storm calls me forth from beneath my roof
Beckoning me into its depth
I stand among the reeds in the basin
They dance and sway as if welcoming me
And I sway with them back
Caught up in the power that charges the air
That threatens to sweep me away
If the ground will just loosen its hold
The thunder rumbles a low welcoming growl
And I get pleasently lost within it
I am so small compared to its vastness
I close my eyes and succumb to the skies wishes
Rising higher until my feet no longer touch the ground
My fingertips touch the liquid color of the stars
A sigh drifts from my lips
There is no need of thought to stay afloat
There is no demand to breathe in air
No crushing weight upon my chest
As my lungs struggle to survive
There are no struggles here
I make my bed on blackened clouds
And give in to the call
The storm has claimed me as its own
It was such a struggle to stay upon the ground
When the storm would call me home
Copyright © Jay Loveless | Year Posted 2013
Oh No! Oh No! What has my son done? I hope it's, not already to late!
He lives at a fraternity house, and surely, you know THAT intense mental state.
March has St. Patrick's Day, Spring Break, and has, of course, Easter in it, too.
So they decided to have some great fun, yes, a fun filled month to happily ensue.
They invited a Leprechaun, the Easter Bunny, and the king of bongos, a gnome.
Apparently they convinced everyone it'd be more fun, to Simply… Stay… Home.
The whole campus flooded thru that fraternity house, in the party's that ensued.
And they convinced the Easter Bunny to do jello shots in every color and hue.
He became known as THE BUN, yes, The One who finally, truly could fly…
And the Leprechaun danced till he dropped… to a great bongo serenade, aye.
There was no SIMPLY about this! As the music rocked the frat house, next door.
And girls were seen coming and going, at all hours, even passed out on the floor.
This was the party no one missed… even the frat house with the snobs, were there.
It's said even some of the President's security attended, partying there, somewhere.
Before they were done, a plan was sown, as the gnome found it's yearly, new home.
Yes, it got there, in Washington somehow, on the top of the Real 'White House' Dome.
But along the way THE BUN was lost… some where along the never-ending roads.
The Leprechaun called me, our Dragons and Trolls, to help, to search the highroads.
The poor little guy was so pie eyed, when we found him along that crazy way, so…
We fixed him up, we didn't give up, until we could send him, into that Easter Frey.
Copyright © Carol Eastman | Year Posted 2013
Play The Radio
Get Up And Dance All Night Long
Music Heals The Soul
Copyright © humble b | Year Posted 2012
Heavenly Spring
Colorful blooming pear and apple trees
Beautiful within the first weeks of spring
Everything is heavenly blossoming
With gentle blowing winds and humming bees
The time to plant some vegetable seeds
With the sunshine and rain all the seeds grow
Glorious rainbow putting on a show
Colorful flowers raising from the ground
Nature showing its beauty all around
With summer coming, time for spring to go
Decima is a style of poetry that is Octosyllabic and has 10 lines.
Given the flexible method of counting syllables in Spanish verse, where an "Octosyllabic" line could easily have seven or nine syllables (as normally counted), in writing a decima in English it would seem not unreasonable to write in iambic pentameter (theoretically ten syllables), which comes more naturally to English verse. So for English verse you would use 10 syllables per line.
The rhyming scheme is ABBAACCDDC.
so in English.. you would have 10 lines of 10 syllables per line... rhyme is above....
Copyright © Erich Goller | Year Posted 2013
Look after Joe our mother said
We promised we would do it
She needed a break from all of us
And went out of town for a visit.
It was the spring of '93
The blizzard had ruined my place
So Sam was helping clean up my yard
Little did we know
We'd soon be red in the face!
I went down to check on Joe
He asked me to regulate his shower
I told him I'd do it later
And asked if he could wait an hour.
An hour passed, then two
We were busy with what we were doing
We forgot Joe needed a hand
And was sitting, waiting, stewing.
When I remembered to go back
I found it out of my power
For Joe had taken matters into his own hands
And was stepping out of the shower.
You adjusted the water, I began
Oh no Miss Emily
I could not do it myself
It was that nice policeman.
Where did you find a policeman
Out here in the sticks, I cried
Knowing in my heart something was wrong.
Easy Miss Emily, I figured it out
I needed help,
So I dialed 911.
I was horrified, afraid they would think us bad
For neglecting our uncle that fine spring day
Too busy to give him what he needed
Scared they'd take him away.
Oh no probem Jane
The man said when I called
We understand what happened today
Just tell Uncle Joe if he does it again
That out of his pocket he'll pay.
Our mother was not happy with us
But eventually thought it great fun
That Uncle Joe took matters into his own hands
And for help, dialed 911.
Copyright © E.J. Smith | Year Posted 2012
SHE moves with grace, like one in love
with love itself and all that's lush;
and when the mythic sprites above
unloose her from the morning's blush,
she descends like the milk-white dove
with the notes of a singing thrush.
With golden locks, as light as air,
and liquid, limpid eyes most blue,
none is like her or can compare
to her beauty and lovely hue
which lift the humble souls that dare
come to her for her balmy dew.
As wind and air Nymph and a muse
with the nimbused crest of a saint
which no man can therefore refuse
or with mean words tarnish or taint,--
hence let all Creatures freely choose
to honor her without constraint.
1.) Ngoc Nguyen; 2.) Nature motif; 3.) for "Impress me II ! ( Old/New )" Contest
Copyright © Ngoc Nguyen | Year Posted 2013
She slips from the sleeping ice.
Green, fresh, free to flow
through the great fjord.
Past the blue mountains.
She glides smoothly
over the rocks with glee,
covering them with her cool touch.
Tall evergreens cheer her on.
Waving as she courses down her chosen path,
carrying life.
All the while never tiring!
Surging forward to join the others like her.
This vast journey ,
will not end till she reaches
The Great Shores.
Her journey is joyful.
Touching all on her banks,
leaving the gift of life in her wake.
Copyright © Gypsyof Essence | Year Posted 2013
Effulgent sun proffers love
Above the undergrowth…of
Thorns and weeds
The moon unravels wonders
Copyright © J. W. Earnings | Year Posted 2013
My Wishes are Simple
My wishes are simple,
my desires few,
to gaze upon an ocean,
and marvel at a solitary drop of dew.
My wishes are simple,
my dreams not too grand,
to feel the waves teasing my tired feet,
with no footprints left in the cool, wet sand.
My wishes are simple,
my thoughts serenely gentle, calm,
my heart resting beneath a swaying palm,
healing my being, caressed by nature's soothing balm.
Copyright © Scribbler Of Verses | Year Posted 2013
Rivers joyfully flow
Roses again bloom
Spring visits again!
Copyright © Teddy Kimathi | Year Posted 2013
Hither I stand, at crossroads,
And then I gaze, at the yonder end-
The vague horizon from where I began;
And all that I may ever deem
Is that- my days
Have been a waken dream.
Hither I stand, at the edge of my dream;
Then I wonder, at the depth of my trance-
An adventurous journey through the wondrous woods;
An idyllic stroll through the vicissitudinous meadow;
And from the final station as I depart,
All that I can ever say, is that
Perpetuation has been a rouge
Of fleeting phases of my life.
Suyash Saxena
St. Stephen's College.
Copyright © Suyash Saxena | Year Posted 2013
Who knows…amidst the cold of winter
When spring is just a memory
And her flowers all decay
Leaving just a trace of
A once glorious bouquet…
That love lies dormant in the snow
Determined to survive!
It is too late for spring
To come again this way
Her rosebuds bloom just once
Before they fade away
Despite our desperate
Pleading for them to stay
Love is only for the young…
How can it come my way?
Spring and summer love
Awakens us to life
We only hear the music
Not the possibility of strife
We are the young…
Invincible are we
Love will last forever
Just you wait and see!
Well…love doesn't last forever
Sometimes we grow apart
Or death intervenes
To break a grieving heart
And love becomes a word
Too painful to endure
And we become immune
To its powerful allure
But if your heart is open
To the stirring in the snow
And you dig beneath the surface
To the earth where flowers grow
You will find a rose still blooming
As it did once long ago
Pluck it gently…hold it fast
For the love you find in winter
Like the rose…will truly last
When spring is gone
And love grows cold
Turn your face to the sun
For love is best as we grow old
And life's battles have been won
Open your heart to love again
You're life has just begun
Copyright© 2005 Beatrice Boyle
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Copyright © Beatrice Boyle | Year Posted 2011
tiny flakes
drift like flower petals
east wind blowing spring snow
Copyright © Ann Roske | Year Posted 2012
The air perfumed with soggy hope
Once more my thoughts turn to you
That fine spring day we did elope
Neptune blushed a vivid blue
Releasing tulips, away we flew
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For: English Quintain a Spring Day Contest
Copyright © James Marshall Goff | Year Posted 2012
When the snow begins to fall and its chilled outside
Our spirits begin to fade like a misty tide
It's hard to keep our head and chests up high
We want to lay in beds and do naught but cry
But we should remember what comes after the snow
The sprouting hope of the rose petals show
That happiness can be found inside a soul so cold
One that has found that it feels way too old
So smile today, and smile tomorrow
On memories of spring, we borrow
Copyright © Jordan Dickinson | Year Posted 2012
Spring's yellow-green heart shaped tender leaves blown
Spring's zephyr winds tossed new leaves to and fro
Quickly from hidden laden buds now grown
Absorbing sunlight, spring's green soon to go
Rabbits now from their cozy burrow run
Hop, jump enjoy green tender shoots of grass
While lazily basking in morning sun
Then in late afternoon hide as clouds amass
As the twilight cast its eerie shadow
The sleeping birds roost in their summer nest
Sleepily fawn_doe in lush green meadow
Darkness of night with shadows now brings rest
Copyright © Sara Kendrick | Year Posted 2011
an attentive passerby can hear the full bloom raucous
gardens have been awakened by the iridescent sun
tulip orchids, with their gray-green leaves of glaucous
heed to chimes of silver and blue bells, rivalry has begun
in full flower, cherry blossoms bask in their self-satisfied beauty
exotic birds of paradise scoff, deeming uniqueness more pleasing
rainbow irises snicker at dahlias, labelling them snooty
lilacs and hyacinths gang up on jasmine with their teasing
competition is fierce, as crocus and primrose compete
impatiens can't wait to hear who gets the "first spring flower" title
***** willows attempt to tame the tiger lilies, but face defeat
the gerberas were right; this will be one lively spring recital
April 09, 2012
For CONTEST - where have all the flowers gone (Lisa Hiatt)
Copyright © Diana-Marie Bombardieri | Year Posted 2012
gentle breeze
carries faint sweet fragrance
scent of spring
Spring on the farm
Pear trees in full bloom, horses
With spring in their step
Copyright © Sara Kendrick | Year Posted 2009
I missed the smell of coming spring.
Cold and blustery
winter bone chilling wind
piercing effortlessly
armor of thick cloth.
Blue-grey hued sky
harbinger of soft snow,
blanketing vapor
ward off Sun's warmth.
Dreary and depressing
long winter months
colorless, gloomy, dead
imprisoned in ice
Lo a small breach
in mantle above
thin golden beams
pierce shadowy despair.
Ahead bright days
life, love, and joy,
I long for perfumed hints
of spring to appear
Once naked trees
bear lime-green tints,
azalea burst forth
red, white and pink.
Bright yellow pollen
thin cover of dust
sweet scent of flowers
a pleasant surprise, tho'
I missed the smell of coming spring.
Copyright © Michael Santner | Year Posted 2005
It was a long walk, with time heeling at my shadow.
(and somewhere miles away the garage door closed, and the exhaust flowed,
and a small dog died in her limp arms)
I was friendly with God. Only with small trepidation did I drink from the sordid
chalice, minutes before, and decided that a walk, skip and a jump to nowhere is what I
needed the most. And so it was.
Block after block, stones in the pavement, the smell of creosote poles.
Delicate foil wrappers, industrial petals, She loves me not, she loves....
Sidetrack with backpack, it doesn't matter. I don't care.
I'll be there when I damn well find myself somewhere. Which is where
the trees grow bright, and the birds flit without flapping.
And the water forms misty and bejeweled, laying my mind out flat
like steam would fine linen. then I will sit and breath with an "e". You bet.
But first a small lap in a languid pool of solace, a tip toe through the forest afire with
colors borrowed from alien hands, a taste of spring time cum. Let me wallow.
God, friend, let me wallow in your mess of beauty, before I call it something.
Let me roll around like a goddamn dog. I want to itch and draw forth honey from my veins.
I want to suck sap bleeding from the tree, and dine on the lost sound of the whippoorwill.
God, let me die a small death of beauty, and be reborn in an orgasm of **** all get out!
No qualms. Buddy. I love your work. It looks like you ****ed yourself a good one.
And what came was all this edible goodness. Like Dali, I want to eat it. All.
Now, like I promised you, I'll give back. I'll play your hypnotic song
and sing to your soiled minions. I'll take heed in your loving whispers
and open up my heart for your midnight snack. I'll clean up your moonspill
and read to you that silly book of yours, the one about the golden rule
and those twelve dudes. (Sorry God, not my cup of tea).
Draw a bath for your daughters, and draw back the bow for your sons, and ready the bed for Venus.
Sit back and relax, ol buddy, I'll do the best that I can
then I'll grow tired
and fertilize
your garden.
Oh. Now I can breathe. The song has left my lips for now.
I walked myself into a lovely stupor, and you showed me
the rainbow. And I raised your worms.
I played your song, God.
(I hope that somehow, she heard it over the din of engine and whimper of dog)
I played that timeless song, or you played me.
Either way, it's still the day
that the trees grew bright with sun
and the birds flew without flapping.
Copyright © Brice Powers | Year Posted 2013


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TRIUMPH HAVE just launched the new Rocket 3 Roadster. A pumped up, power-boosted version of the original Rocket 3 aimed at taking a chunk of the big-bore muscle bike market. Visordown sent along Ian Stewart to find out what the new bike had to offer."I rode the Suzuki B-King and new Yamaha V-Max earlier this year and can report that the Triumph compares favourably with these similarly niche bikes. The huge 2,294cc 3-cylinder engine delivers smooth drive from anywhere in the rev range and amazingly for a bike of these dimensions it actually handles pretty well, although don't expect to be able to hustle through too many corners, as the Roadster's ground clearance is pretty limited due to it being a cruiser/musclebike."The updates to the gearbox give a positive feel to the gear lever when shifting through the box, although clutchless upshifts feel decidedly jerky and rough."The new styling definitely makes the Roadster more of an aggressive machine, especially in matt black, and with the official aftermarket pipes on it has a real presence about it and will turn heads wherever it goes."For the full launch report check out the next issue of Visordown magazine.
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The lovely Kerry Washington rocked a gorgeous white dress with a darling bow headband, while walking the red carpet with co-star Jamie Foxx.
Taking their box office hit to the City of Lights, the cast of "Django Unchained" was on hand for the Paris premiere on Monday evening (January 7).
Taking their hit flick overseas, the cast of "Django Unchained" showed up at a photocall in Rome, Italy this morning (January 4).
The release date is inching closer and closer and in anticipation, the cast of "Django Unchained" gathered together for a press conference in New York City on Sunday (December 16).
People from all corners of society have come together to mourn the tragic Newtown, Connecticut school shooting that took place this past Friday, and while he's devastated by the news, Quentin Tarantino has warned that pointing fingers isn't the answer.
The "Django Unchained" mastermind is well-known for his use of guns and violence in his films, and he's convinced that there's no link between media and bad behavior.
On the heels of the nominations announcement for the 70th annual Golden Globe Awards, some of the nominees have already issued their reactions.
Taylor Swift tweeted her thanks for having her song "Safe and Sound" nominated for Best Original Song- Motion Picture. "Best birthday surprise EVER-just found out that Safe&Sound is nominated for a GOLDEN GLOBE!! Thank you @goldenglobes and HFPA! #hungergames."
Getting ready to show off their latest work, the cast of "Django Unchained" gathered together for the New York premiere on Tuesday (December 11).
She's always up for a good time, and Katie Holmes kicked off her week last night (December 4) at the Museum of Modern Art's 5th Annual Film Benefit honoring Quentin Tarantino.
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