Everything Is Illustrated Successful illustrations need strange perspectives in order to tell a story and, hopefully, strike a viewer across the mouth. An interview with pro illustrator Richard May, plus a gallery of his recent work.

Sentences of Discontent Someone has to write the next Da Vinci Code, why shouldn’t it be you? To kick-start the writing process, Tobias Seamon brings us a batch of great first lines guaranteed to get your blockbuster off to a best-selling start.

Changed Equations That Changed the World As it turns out, the rules of science are more flexible than you’d think. When you tinker with the mechanics of the universe, however, you’d better be prepared for drastic repercussions.

Flip Flop Flyin It’s been two years since Flip Flop Flyin started, and the Web hasn’t been the same ever since. Craig, the man behind the tiny man, joined Rosecrans Baldwin for a short conversation and helped him understand the beauty of small things. Note: Craig does not have a ‘Beatles’ haircut. He is very serious about this.