August is already almost halfway over and the weather is only just starting to ramp up… If you’re in the path of this weekend’s impending heat wave, stay inside, drink lots of water, and go to the pool!

The wonderful Susan M. Boyer on learning as we go… [Women Writers]

Using social media: Don’t be a troll. [Jamie Chavez]

11 unusual ways to use social media [Entrepreneur]

Even science says you should most definitely read. [HuffPost]

LinkedIn: Useful stuff! [Where Writers Win]

Why do writers love writing about Paris? [Women Writers]

If you wanna live longer, read books! [HuffPost]