Reference Shelf 5.17.05

Some online tools that could help you, maybe, maybe not.
Those of you here in Chicago writing about Chicago type stuff: the acclaimed Encyclopedia of Chicago is now online.
Some potentially useful web-tools for web developers.
Do you need to write a speech? The top 100 of all time may inspire you.
Do you remember ‘hand-writing’? If you practice this ancient technique, here are some ways to neaten it up.

Speaking of the old fashioned way, here is a much easier way to write ransom notes.

Create a social media strategy, launch your campaign, and track the results in our Social Media Marketing Boot Camp starting February 16. The online event and workshop will feature speakers including The Onion's Baratunde Thurston (left), Facebook's Morin Oluwole, and bitly's Tim Devane. Register now.