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Ryan O’Neal Book: Writing Farrah Fawcett Memoir Was ‘A Way To Stay Close’
Ryan O'Neal, the troubled actor who starred in iconic films such as "Love Story" and "Barry Lyndon," has published a book about his time with the late actress and sex symbol, Farrah Fawcett.
Microsoft Buys Into Nook: 5 Reasons Why
Microsoft (Nasdaq: MSFT), the world's biggest software company, announced it will invest $300 million into a new business with Barnes & Noble (NYSE: BKS) to burnish the future of the Nook.
'Fifty Shades of Grey': From Princes To Millionaires, Real Life Bachelors Like Christian Grey
"Fifty Shades of Grey's" immense popularity may be attributed to its dashing male character Christian Grey. The 27-year old billionaire is sexy, intelligent, and confident. He also remarkably cultured, enjoying fine wine, classical music, and eye-catching art work. The dedicated entrepreneur is also Fluent in French, a classically trained pianist, and an impeccably skilled lover.
ANDERSON FAMILY OFFERS TO TAKE BOOKS-A-MILLION PRIVATE
Books-A-Million Inc said the Anderson family, which includes Chairman Clyde Anderson, on Saturday made a non-binding proposal to take the company private.
MICROSOFT BUYS NOOK STAKE, B&N SHARES SOAR
Microsoft Corp will invest $300 million in Barnes & Noble Inc's Nook e-reader, gaining a foothold in the fast-growing e-books market as the bookseller gets more firepower to compete against Amazon.com's Kindle and Apple Inc's iPad.
Canon of Shakespeare Reflects Jesuit Messages
A newly released book, Shakespeare and the Jesuits: 'To Fight the Fight,' by independent writer Andrea Campana, examines the canon of Shakespeare in historical context and discovers the startling presence of Ignatian spirituality practiced by Jesuit priests in hiding during the reign of Queen Elizabeth I. As part of an emerging understanding of Shakespeare's religious sympathies, the study places the great Bard within a literary movement promoted by the early Society of Jesus to counter the f...
A MINUTE WITH: JOHN CUSACK ON POE AND 'THE RAVEN'
When dark, gothic thriller "The Raven" debuts in U.S. theaters on Friday, it will mark the return of actor John Cusack to more serious roles from recent forays into comedy with "Hot Tub Time Machine" and the sci-fi adventure in "2012."
YouTube Channel Features Authors From Around The Globe Sharing Readings Of Hope and Inspiration
Through their heartfelt readings, writers from all parts of the world are helping to shift the course of history through their own transformations and how they choose to live their lives every single day.
Robyn Chance explores the ABC's of China in her new book
Robyn Chance and her family adopted their daughter from China. Now she taps into that experience with a planned series of children's picture books. Her first book in that series is entitled, C is for China. The book offers an opportunity for children and families to learn something new about the unique contributions Chinese culture has made to our world.
AMAZON'S STREAK OF FIRE IGNITES SHARES
Amazon.com Inc's quarterly results beat Wall Street's most bullish expectations as heavy spending by the world's largest Internet retailer began to pay off through sales of more digital products on its new Kindle Fire tablet.
STRONG WOMEN TAKE CENTER STAGE IN TRIBECA FOREIGN FILMS
As women increasingly press for greater equality in countries around the world, filmmakers are breaking barriers too, making their female protagonists as strong and varied as the characters they meet in everyday life.
Rodney King Today: 20 Years After LA Riots, King Discusses New Book And Life After Beating
April 24, 2012, marked the release of Rodney King's new book, "The Riot Within: My Journey From Rebellion to Redemption." King is best known as the victim of a brutal police beating that took place inLos Angeles, Calif., on March 3, 1991.
‘Hemlock Grove’ Book Review: Werewolves, Vampires And An Immaculate Conception Coming To Netflix
Mangled bodies of teen girls, werewolves, vampires, a Frankenstein-esque creature and an immaculate conception. The town of Hemlock Grove has a lot of mysteries (and a lot of bodies) piling up. "Hemlock Grove" by Brian McGreevy is bound to suck readers into the mystifying town that has surprises around every corner.
The Romancing Of Julia Quinn: ‘A Night Like This’ Author Talks Genre, Critics, ‘Downton Abbey’
Author Julia Quinn has made a name for herself with her funny, quirky stories -- adjectives not commonly used to describe historical romance novels.
World Book Day Pick: "Make Your Movie" Author Barbara Freedman Doyle Talks Filmmaking
There's no better way to celebrate World Book Day than to find a book that offers guidance and enrichment. For aspiring directors, writers, and producers, a new film bible has just been released that delves into the essentials of getting a film made the right way. "Make Your Movie: What You Need to Know About the Business and Politics of Filmmaking" offers indispensable guidance when it comes to developing your own creative ventures. The information contained perfectly complements what film s...
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