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10 Calendars for Your Desk

By Dawn Rosenberg McKay, About.com

You know that boring calendar you have sitting there on your desk? It doesn't really do much for you, does it? Well, of course it tells you what day it is, and what your plans are (if you write them in). But, wouldn't you like something that is... well... a little more interesting? Here are 10 calendars that will either inspire you, educate you, make you laugh, or tell you how to succeed at work.

1. The Original Sudoku 2008 Calendar

These number puzzles can be extremely challenging and addictive. Do one puzzle a day to keep your mind sharp.
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2. 365 New Words a Year 2008 Calendar

This great calendar is brought to you by dictionary publisher Merriam-Webster. Increase your vocabulary by learning a new word each and every day. That's seven new words a week -- 365 new words a year.
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3. 365 Stupidest Things Ever Said 2008 Calendar

After you put your foot in your mouth, remember someone, somewhere has uttered something even dumber. Take comfort in that.
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4. 365 Tiny Paper Airplanes

Take a break from work as you send these paper planes zooming around your cube farm.
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5. The Left-Hander's Calendar

Celebrate the lefties in your life with this calendar full of facts, legends, anecdotes, and trivia.
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6. Eats, Shoots and Leaves Calendar

Writing is a big part of many jobs, which is why good grammar is essential. This calendar is based on Lynne Truss's best-selling book about the subject.
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7. The Office Calendar

Fans of the sitcom will love this calendar.
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8. Forbes Secrets of Success Calendar

Words of wisdom from Forbes magazine's "Thoughts on the Business of Life" feature.
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9. Dilbert Calendar

Author Scott Adams pokes fun of the idiocy that exists in most offices. You'll get a year's worth of Dilbert strips and an eight-panel strip each Sunday.
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10. Do It Later! Planner for the Creative Procrastinator

Finally, a planner for those who hate to plan.
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