This Andean bear looks like it should star in Stephen King’s next novel. From the Close Up Photographer of the Year contest, and we can only hope the photographer was using a telephoto lens. Eek.
(h/t RobR)
Quote: “In India, restored stepwells (centuries-old water reservoirs) are transforming communities. In New Delhi, over 16 stepwells now contribute 33,000 gallons of water per day to the city’s supply. Jodhpur sees 6.2 million gallons per day, while seven restored stepwells in Jaipur provide fresh water to over 25,000 people. Former stepwells have also become tourist attractions and public spaces, creating jobs and income for locals.”
The very definition of cool. Full post here.
(h/t Fix the News)
Click through the image above to read the whole post. Quite apart from the fact that I agree with him whole-heartedly about blurbs and always have, it is my sincere hope that he is keeping a daily journal that will one day turn into “My Life in Publishing.” What a terrific writer!
(h/t Barbara Peters of the Poisoned Pen Bookstore)
And outro with a classic…
