American Idol for writers? Skrawl – a brand new world of collaborative storytelling…

Occasionally I get contacted by over excited people who want to share something totally awesome and new with me that will make everyone a lot of money. Since I am trying to keep this site indie and clean I usually say no.  But every once in a while, there is actually something cool that I … Read more

Got unwanted gifts? German machine vends books in exchange for unwanted presents

TheBookseller.com has the scoop about those clever Germans. Trade in unwanted presents for books! I wish there was one near me! ~ * ~ German trade publisher Bastei Lübbe and book retailer Hugendubel have come up with an unusual idea to get rid of unwanted Christmas presents. The companies have invented a vending machine (pictured … Read more

Bookcase, Staircase, Slide – I want one!

Panorama House by Moon Hoon April 15, 2013 Moon Hoon has designed the Panorama House in Chungcheongbuk-do, South Korea. From the architect: The basic request of upper and lower spatial organization and the shape of the site promted a long and tin house with fluctuating facade which would allow for more differentiated view. The key … Read more