My porch thermometer tells me the temperature is 80° out there. That’s ridiculous. Today was nice, no question, except for the high winds, but 80° it ain’t. 70°, maybe, which would match the forecast.

Today, links to take your mind off your taxes.

I’ve found the most awesome blog in the universe, courtesy of Evangelical Outpost. It’s called The Art of Manliness, and it’s for guys. (I know what you’re thinking, but it’s honestly not a Babe Log.) Despite the ironic graphics, this is a serious site devoted to authentic masculinity. You can find tips on good manners, wearing a hat (!), grilling a steak, packing a Dopp bag, breaking in a door, and genuine sincerity, among other things.

(I know it’s too late for me, but I provide the link for the sake of those who come after.)

The June Writer’s Digest features its annual list of the best websites for writers. Here’s a selection that caught my eye:

duotrope.com Provides a database of more than 2,000 markets. A free submissions tracker is available.

forwriters.com Includes a list of writers’ organizations around the world.

christianstoryteller.com Support and networking for Christian writers.

rejecter.blogspot.com The blog of a New York literary agency assistant, who explains to you why agents are rejecting your queries, and what you can do better.

agentresearch.com/agent_ver.html Reports on the business practices of agents—a very useful thing to know in today’s convoluted publishing world.

copyright.gov “Everything you need to know about copyright law.”

Don’t say I never tell you anything useful.