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"The unauthorized, behind-the-scenes story of the stunning rise -- and suddenly uncertain reign -- of the most transformative cultural phenomenon of our time: the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Marvel Entertainment was a moribund toymaker not even twenty years ago. Today, Marvel Studios is the dominant player both in Hollywood and in global pop culture. How did an upstart studio conquer the world? In MCU, beloved culture writers Joanna Robinson, Dave...
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"Cutting the Cord" is an essential guidebook for anyone looking to break free from the high costs of cable television without sacrificing their favorite shows and channels. This practical guide provides a comprehensive look at the myriad of alternatives available in the rapidly evolving world of digital streaming and on-demand services.Starting with a historical perspective on the rise and decline of traditional cable TV, the book then navigates the...
3) Gaming
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Let's play a video game online! There are many different kinds of online games, and they can be played on types of different devices. Explore the world of gaming, then learn some helpful tips on how to stay safe online. Colorful illustrations paired with bright photos help young readers gain digital literacy.
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The hottest new craze in monster games is DigiMon-short for Digital Monsters. Players must hatch, raise, and train their DigiMons in order to battle with other DigiMon-and that's where the fun begins. The ultimate guide to this awesome game, DIGIMON POWER, in detailed, kid-friendly language, gives readers:
*All the fun facts about the DigiMon phenomenon, including the video game, trading cards, action figures, and the DigiMon TV show.
*In-depth...
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Superstar in a Masquerade tells the story about Leon Russell, an award-winning Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee, who was born with cerebral palsy, and learned to master the piano. He became an in-demand session man in Hollywood, contributing to thousands of songs by hundreds of artists, during his seven-decade career. He was called the "Rainbow Minister & Ringleader" for the Hippie Generation, and although most people can say they never heard of...
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Frédéric François, c'est plus de 350 chansons, 35 millions de disques, 85 disques d'or et près de 50 ans de carrière. C'est aussi, et surtout, l'histoire d'un homme qui a su, en dépit des épreuves, s'accrocher à ses rêves, à ses ambitions, et s'imposer comme un des plus grands chanteurs francophones de ces dernières décennies. Et pourtant, son destin était loin d'être tracé. Fils de mineur, le jeune Francesco Barracato – de son vrai...
7) Adamo
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L'Adamo gentil, lisse, et un peu désuet n'existe pas sinon dans le regard et le cœur de ceux qui se sont arrêtés à ces années 60 que le chanteur italo-belge a marquées de son empreinte. Le portrait complet et original qu'en dresse Thierry Coljon révèle une personne différente, nettement plus complexe qu'il n'y paraît. Entre drames et mystères, des années 40 à nos jours, Adamo. 50 ans de succès nous emmène de la Sicile aux quatre coins...
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In "Where I'm From: Past Iz History," take a deep dive into the vibrant and transformative world of Philadelphia's Hip Hop scene. Follow the compelling journey of an MC named Supreem as he navigates the ups and downs of chasing his dreams to create the music he passionately loves.
From his initial discovery of the burgeoning genre to his various artistic pivots to find and fulfill his unique voice within it, Supreem transitions from being a fan...
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His wealth was legendary. His passions were bizarre. Now, the truth about the money, the madness, and the man behind the enigma.
Howard Hughes is one of the best known and least understood men of our times--famed for his wealth, his daring, and his descent into madness. Bestselling biographer Charles Higham goes beyond the enigma to reveal the incredible private life of Howard Hughes:
* his romances with the great stars of Hollywood--Katharine Hepburn,...
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Don't Hassel the Hoff follows David Hasselhoff's phenomenal career, from his earliest childhood role in Peter Pan to his latest adventure, starring in Mel Brooks's Tony award-winning musical, The Producers. There is no better time to celebrate Hasselhoff's life and a career that continues to grow and thrive. As the star of the extremely popular classic television shows, "Baywatch" and "Knight Rider," Hasselhoff is an international mega-star, with...
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Encounter the John Stanley who hosted Creature Features in the Bay Area (1979-84) and meet the John Stanley who covered movie and TV celebrities for the San Francisco Chronicle (1960-1993). Together, they take you into the incredible worlds of sci-fi/fantasy/horror!
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Themes: Biography, Actor, Impact, Influence, Determination, Despite a rough childhood and many setbacks early in his career, Tyler Perry's spirit never broke. He has since come to dominate Hollywood, even building and operating his own film studio. Through sheer determination, Perry has risen to the top and become an advocate for people in underrepresented groups in the film industry. He now uses his influence and wealth to create opportunities for...
13) More Than Music
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This is the third part of a joint autobiographical trilogy based on the letters and diaries of two professional singers Christopher Davies and Barbara Kendall-Davies. It also relates to their young son, Giles and his blossoming career as a singer.
There is a good deal of music, of course but also many unexpected and divergent paths as well, including a major Hollywood movie.
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Picture this: you wake in a hospital bed. Searing pain courses through your body from your toes to your head. On your head, there is a hole where they've placed a drain to counter the effects of the terrible subarachnoid haemorrhage you've suffered. You open your eyes, and the botched blood still remains in the right eye, as does the appalling double vision. You struggle to pull yourself a little more upright and reach over to the table with trembling...
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New York's top doorman, Thomas Onorato, raises the ropes and gives readers a sneak peak into some of the world's most exclusive parties.
"If you are not on the guest list or if I don't know you or if I don't like you, you are NOT GETTING INTO THIS PARTY!"
The doorman. The gatekeeper of the night. These silent observers see it all and yet say nothing. Until now. In Confessions from the Velvet Ropes, New York's top club doorman, Thomas Onorato, lifts...
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Es "la verdadera historia" porque su autor emplea este libro como ariete para demoler las fábulas pueriles que circulaban sobre su vida. Zappa nos cuenta el arranque, el nudo y el desenlace de su accidentada experiencia musical, narra a cuchillada limpia sus debates con el puritanismo censor y denuncia las patrañas que mandamases arrojan sin descanso a la credulidad pública. Su agudo olfato detectó siempre el olor a boñiga.
Aquí asistimos a...
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Any girl who twists her hat will be fired! -Florenz Ziegfeld
And, no Ziegfeld girl ever did as she made her way down the gala stairways of the Ziegfeld Follies in some of the most astonishing spectacles the American theatergoing public ever witnessed. When Florenz Ziegfeld started in theater, it was flea circus, operetta and sideshow all rolled into one. When he left it, the glamorous world of "show-biz" had been created. Though many know him as...
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Ever wondered what it must be like to look like someone really famous? What if it were a Hollywood actor known the world over! Imagine the fun you could have, the tricks you could play and the problems it could cause all because of a twist of fate. These are the memoirs of an ordinary guy, Gary, with an extraordinary job who went from constantly being told he looked like Tom Cruise to ending up, almost by accident, becoming the top UK professional...
19) Julia: Her Life
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Julia Roberts represents a return to the glamour of the great Hollywood stars of another era. Fans flock to her movies, and she's a staple cover subject of People magazine and every entertainment show imaginable, but her real life has only been seen in tabloid glimpses until now. James Spada has gone back to Julia's beginnings in Athens, Georgia to unearth fascinating facts about her family and her early dating life. And, he's followed her career...
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Themes: Biography, Ballet, Inspiration, Misty Copeland has faced many challenges in her life. From starting dance at a late age and not having a typical dancer's body type to growing up with abuse and poverty, her journey to becoming the American Ballet Theatre's first Black prima ballerina has not been easy. Driven by her passion for dance, Copeland continues inspire change in the world of ballet. Blue Delta Books™, a Hi-Lo Books™ biography series,...
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