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Burn This Book

Jun 24, 2009, 10:33 GMT

Burn This Book
New book takes a look at censorship. “Burn This Book: PEN Writers Speak Out on the Power of the Word” is a recent collection edited by Toni Morrison.
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‘Rebirth of a Nation’

Jun 19, 2009, 19:36 GMT

‘Rebirth of a Nation’
While an obvious play on words (think Birth of a Nation), this new book, whose full title is: “Rebirth of a Nation: The Making of Modern America, 1877-1920 (American History)” by Jackson Lears has been called:
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GOTHIC CHIC Norway’s Nemi at MoCCA Fest

Jun 5, 2009, 8:47 GMT

GOTHIC CHIC Norway’s Nemi at MoCCA Fest
A recent press release from Titan Books has announced the following: ... more

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In-depth interview with philosopher Mark Rowlands

In-depth interview with philosopher Mark Rowlands

Mark Rowlands, who is the author of titles such as Sci-Phi: Philosophy from Socrates ....more

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New from Issui Ogawa

Jun 30, 2009, 12:43 GMT

New from Issui Ogawa
Japanese writer Issui Ogawa new release is titled: “The Lord of the Sands of Time (Novel).” ... more

‘The Lost Sister’

Jun 30, 2009, 12:39 GMT

This new novel, by Megan Kelley Hall, is a young adult novel that is scheduled for a July 28th release, according to Amazon.
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Gloria Vanderbilt’s ‘Obsession’

Jun 29, 2009, 17:36 GMT

Gloria Vanderbilt’s ‘Obsession’
If you’re looking for an erotic tale, Gloria Vanderbilt’s “Obsession” might be the book for you. ... more

All You Need Is Kill by Hiroshi Sakurazaka

Jun 29, 2009, 10:36 GMT

All You Need Is Kill by Hiroshi Sakurazaka
This is the latest VIZ Media LLC installment by Hiroshi Sakurazaka.

According to the product description:

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Manga series has sold millions

Jun 28, 2009, 12:01 GMT

Manga series has sold millions
A recent press release has noted that the Manga series OISHINBO has sold millions in Japan. The latest installment is titled “Oishinbo: Fish, Sushi and Sashimi: A la Carte.” ... more

WSJ’s list of best selling books

Jun 28, 2009, 10:45 GMT

The AP has released the WSJ’s list of best selling books. Those titles include:
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Book on Charlie Chaplin ‘overdone’ one critic notes

Jun 27, 2009, 12:50 GMT

Book on Charlie Chaplin ‘overdone’ one critic notes
Glen David Gold's historical novel “Sunnyside” is about the legend filmmaker Charlie Chaplin. ... more

PW’s list of best sellers

Jun 27, 2009, 10:43 GMT

The AP has released PW’s list of best selling titles. Those works include: ... more

Drummer of Aerosmith tell-all
All on Woodstock and the Revolution
New off the Penguin Press
New children’s book from Sandra Day O'Connor (and Tom Pohrt)
20 years since John Grisham’s ‘A Time To Kill’
Books by Martin Luther King Jr. will be republished
New from Janet Evanovich
Murder, Corruption, and L.A.'s Scandalous Coming of Age

Original Writing

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Points Elsewhere by Judith Fitzgerald

May 27, 2008, 10:53 GMT

 The ocean a ghost
mirror in denial roaring its growling stamina —
its inexorably seductive pull embattling
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Short Story: Maps of the Bible by Jason Sanford

Apr 25, 2008, 14:56 GMT

A dead man's Bible. My Bible. Jedediah holds it to his nose as if the acid paper crisp and saddle-stitched decay still keeps me alive. 
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Short Story: Little Pixie by Seamus Kearney

Jan 31, 2008, 10:07 GMT

When Thomas arrived at his usual place on the café terrace, he still hadn’t decided whether to say anything to the others about the death of his wife. Why didn’t I ever bring her here? Would it have been such a big effort? My darling, impossible Valerie... ... more

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Jess’s Book Pick for April: Mrs. Bridge by Evan S. Connell

Apr 1, 2009, 5:45 GMT

Jess’s Book Pick for April: Mrs. Bridge by Evan S. Connell
My book selection for April is as follows: Mrs. Bridge by Evan S. Connell. I think this book, along with his Mr. Bridge, are two underrated American Classics.
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Jess’s Book Pick for March: McTeague by Frank Norris

Mar 1, 2009, 5:17 GMT

Jess’s Book Pick for March: McTeague by Frank Norris
Frank Norris is in the same camp of writers as that of Theodore Dreiser. Published in 1899, this book addresses greed like none other. Norris died at the age of 32, unfortunately.
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Jess’s Book Pick for February: Sister Carrie by Theodore Dreiser

Feb 1, 2009, 5:43 GMT

Jess’s Book Pick for February: Sister Carrie by Theodore Dreiser
I had this book on my ‘to read’ pile for a while, but when I finally got around to reading it, I was astounded by how fresh and modern Dreiser’s writing was.
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Comics/Graphic Novels

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What's with the Zombies?

Apr 3, 2009, 4:45 GMT

Whats with the Zombies?
"Crossed" (Ennis, Burrows; Avatar Press), "The Walking Dead"(Kirkman, Moore; Image Comics), "Zombie Tales"(Various, Boom-Studios) “The Stand" (Aquirre-Sacassa, Perkins; Marvel) ... more

Ron Lim's Anita Blake Zombie variant revealed!

Oct 22, 2007, 19:01 GMT

Ron Lims Anita Blake Zombie variant revealed!
Marvel is proud to unveil fan favorite artist Ron Lim's exciting new Zombie variant cover to Laurell K. Hamilton's Anita Blake: The First Death #2 (of 2). This not only marks the first time that Anita Blake has appeared with other Marvel characters, but also introduces the first piece of published Anita Blake art by Ron Lim! ... more

Blood runs again this January when Youngblood returns as an ongoing series

Oct 22, 2007, 18:55 GMT

Blood runs again this January when Youngblood returns as an ongoing series
Rob Liefeld's return to Image dominated the buzz this past summer and now you can finally see the results in this January's Youngblood #1! ... more

Reviews

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Book Review: California Screamin’: Murder at Monterey Pop

Jul 3, 2009, 11:34 GMT

Summers and outdoor music are a natural combination.  Most likely this pairing was first practiced in celebration of plentiful food and weather that wouldn’t kill you, and later became an entertainment.  ... more

Book Review: Darkness Calls

Jul 2, 2009, 23:41 GMT

Book Review: Darkness Calls
By day, Maxine Kiss is covered by a protective layer of tattoos that are her demons alternate form, by night these demons peel from her body to assist in hunting zombies and other evil creatures. For generations beyond reckoning...

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Book Review: Must Love Hellhounds

Jul 2, 2009, 23:33 GMT

Book Review: Must Love Hellhounds
Penned by some of the top authors of the paranormal genre, this collection of four novellas features hellhounds as the uniting thread. Most fans will be familiar with Charlaine Harris’ work from her popular Southern Vampire series and here she takes a break from Sookie Stackhouse to create some...

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Book Review: Spanish Style

Jul 2, 2009, 23:28 GMT

Book Review: Spanish Style
Most people think of heavy, dark wood, often ornately carved with wrought iron grillwork and castings yet as revealed by this collection of five hundred photos, it is so much more. Author Kate Hill, accompanied by photographer Tim Clinch traveled the length of...

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Book Review: Predators and Child Molesters

Jul 2, 2009, 23:22 GMT

Unfortunately, child molesters can be anywhere and as with most threats, knowledge is power. Former LA County Deputy District Attorney Sax has provided parents and caregivers with the information they need to recognize potential predators and talk to their children about...

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Book Review: House of Suns

Jul 2, 2009, 23:18 GMT

Book Review: House of Suns
After a number of disappointing novels that hinted at brilliance but never followed through, Reynolds’ tenth book delivers an outstanding space opera grounded in hard science and current sci-fi vision while still pushing the envelope. Set six million years in the future at the dawn of...

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Book Review: Hunting Ground

Jul 2, 2009, 23:14 GMT

Bran, leader of the North American werewolves finally agreed to allow his son Charles Cornick and new wife Anna, to act in his place at the upcoming Seattle summit meeting. The North American werewolves are preparing to reveal their presence to the general population, a move bitterly opposed by...

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Book Review: The Little Book

Jul 2, 2009, 23:09 GMT

Book Review: The Little Book
Thirty years in the creating, this engaging, frequently confusing tale spanning three generations of the Burden family uses time travel as a means of exploring the changing political and social attitudes during the turn of the twentieth century. After a physical attack...

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