A psychological thriller set at a ballet school? Megan Abbott, author of numerous masterfully tense novels, often sets her books within intense circles of women, each looking over her shoulder. Penguin Random House, July 6
Use your hands to pinch the part of the muscle that runs from the bottom of your neck out to your shoulder. Your thumb should be pointing down towards the front of your body, and your fingers should be angled down towards your back.
The string sounds alone on the “Prelude� in “Psycho� are enough to make you look over your shoulder. He did such an astonishing job, some accused Herrmann of using electronics during “The Murder.� But the sound was captured by working a violin like it had never been worked before.
If you’re expecting to work from home for a while, an adjustable desk is worth considering. Note, not specifically a standing desk, but a motorized desk that gives you the option to stand for part of the day, sit for part of the day, and adjust its height to make sure you’re comfortable to reduce strain on your back, shoulders and so on. Standing desks were all the rage a few years ago, though in some cases you’re just trading one problem for another. Standing � as anyone who does it for their job all day can tell you � isn’t great either. There are several things to consider before you make the switch.