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There are moments throughout our lives when we discover an artist, an album, a film, or a cultural artifact that leaves a lasting impression, helping inform how we understand the world, and ourselves, moving forward. In No Sense in Wishing, Lawrence Burney explores these profound interactions with incisive and energizing prose, offering us a personal and critical perspective on the people, places, music, and art that transformed him.

A brilliant look at colonialism and its effects in Antigua—by the author of Annie John.

The Mysterious John Quidor A Forgotten Painter. A Lost Masterpiece. A Legacy Buried in Shadows. John Quidor's name has long teetered on the edge of oblivion, an overlooked artist whose dreamlike and eerie works whispered of deeper truths. Known for his haunting depictions of literary scenes and spiritual visions, Quidor's career was marred by tragedy: a devastating fire that consumed his studio, a cholera outbreak that ravaged New York, and a quiet disappearance that left the art world puzzled. But his story didn’t end there. Driven westward, Quidor resurfaced briefly in Adams County, ...

The only world I can control in my life is the one found in my novels and stage plays, but many of the elements, details, plots, and characters are based on or inspired by the people, places, and things in my life. After many years of traditional jobs in a variety of business entities, my goal of earning a living as a professional writer was finally attained. However, all those years of working to earn a weekly paycheck were not in vain. The work I did, with the people I met along the way, became the deep well of knowledge and inspiration that I was able to draw upon to create the body of ...

En un relato personal, íntimo y profundo, a raíz de su propia experiencia con un padre alcohólico, Olivia Laing nos propone una nueva perspectiva para entender los procesos creativos de seis célebres escritores norteamericanos partiendo de sus biografías y su relación con el alcohol. Mientras viaja desde la Nueva York de Cheever hasta la Nueva Orleans de Williams y desde el Cayo Hueso de Hemingway hasta el Port Angeles de Carver, Laing une las piezas de este mapa topográfico del alcoholismo, desde los horrores de la adicción hasta la milagrosa posibilidad de la rehabilitación.

"Sex in the City," Melissa Todd’s highly acclaimed weekly column, has been delighting and appalling the readers of Love It! magazine since 2021. They offer a candid and humorous look at her life as an international dominatrix, porn producer and actor, alongside her other roles as wife, mother, and self-proclaimed idiot.

Annalisa Cuzzocrea ha seguito le tracce di Miriam Mafai grazie a una scatola blu avuta in custodia dalla figlia Sara. Qui ricompone il colore e l'atmosfera di una storia che parte dal dopoguerra e arriva ai giorni nostri. Miriam Mafai «fuggiva da tutto quello che temeva potesse fermarla, indurla alla rinuncia. Impedirle un'assoluta libertà».

Texto da peça teatral que estreou em março de 2015, acrescido de relatos e informações que não couberam na montagem, “Autobiografia Autorizada” é uma narrativa em primeira pessoa, em que o ator, diretor e produtor de cinema e televisão Paulo Betti recorda acontecimentos que marcaram sua infância e juventude em Sorocaba, no interior de São Paulo. Mais novo de quinze irmãos (dos quais oito morreram antes do parto), filho de mãe benzedeira, Paulo Betti reconstrói, por meio de histórias e personagens, o universo místico e culturalmente diversificado de sua “Macondo” particular.

NOTICE: This book is an absolutely bare-bones approach offering advice on ways to begin either a fiction or a non-fiction report, short story, book, or essay. There is no fluff or filler here...strictly information. If you are looking for multiple ways to begin writing -- or if you need help overcoming writers' block -- this is a very short micro-book you should consider. Rix Quinn is a former trade magazine editor who now writes a weekly humor feature for over 200 newspapers. He holds a B.A. in journalism from Texas Christian University, and a M.A. from California State University.

Nellie Bly was a rare figure in this world. She was someone who steadfastly refused to follow the crowd. In an age when most people, especially women, were expected to conform to social norms and keep their opinions to themselves, Bly boldly charted her own course. She did not wait for permission to speak her mind, nor did she concern herself with the prevailing sentiments of her day. What made Nellie Bly extraordinary was her commitment to thinking independently.

Timothée Chalamet is not a man. He is an image, a mood, a myth cultivated by a culture that mistakes softness for substance and introspection for rebellion. In this piercing examination written in the voice of existentialist philosopher Jean-Paul Sartre, The Myth of Timothée Chalamet dissects the structure of modern celebrity through the lens of one of its most enigmatic avatars. Chalamet is adored, not for who he is, but for what he represents: curated vulnerability, commodified depth, and the illusion of freedom. Chapter by chapter, the book unveils how Chalamet has been transformed ...

In a culture drowning in noise, Keanu Reeves remains an anomaly—a figure who speaks less and says more, who walks through the chaos of Hollywood with the quiet of a monk and the presence of a ghost. Neo and Nothingness: The Existential Life of Keanu Reeves is a scalpel-sharp, darkly funny, and deeply researched look at the man who has, without effort or agenda, become a reluctant icon. This is not the usual breathless celebrity worship or nostalgia-laced filmography. Instead, it’s a full-body philosophical dive into what happens when an actor refuses to brand himself, monetize his grief...

The Crazy Great Journey is a raw, uplifting memoir of survival, vision, and the unshakable belief in the power of stories. B. Alan Bourgeois—an indie author, gay man, and literary advocate—pulls back the curtain on a life marked by heartbreak, resilience, and relentless service to others. From writing his first story in prison to founding the Texas Authors Museum, Bourgeois has lived every word of his legacy with passion and grit. With candor and courage, he recounts homelessness, loss, and rejection, but also moments of triumph, vision, and community. This memoir is not about fame—...

Tim Franks spent years as the BBC’s Middle East Correspondent covering Israel and the occupied Palestinian territories. During that time, he was attacked as a self-hating Jew and as an Islamophobe – as a tool of competing, malign agendas. He always tried to respond with a journalist’s detached curiosity, drawing a clear line between his identity and his work. Up to the point that he asked himself: is that necessary? Beyond the judgments of others: what does it mean to be Jewish?

Kaláshnikov lleva a cabo un repaso por las infames acepciones que ha tomado la maldad humana en todos aquellos conflictos, revoluciones y asaltos al poder en los que el famoso fusil ha sido protagonista. Domenico Quirico, veterano reportero italiano, viaja en esta obra hasta los albores de la Guerra Fría y rastrea el olor a destrucción que llega hasta el presente.

Joy Is My Middle Name documents crawling through your twenties and emerging into your thirties. Walking uneasy cities and rural towns, talking about sex, race, womanhood, addiction, sobriety, consumerism and pop culture, these poems pull at the edges of the performed self with conversational ease.

Para conocer esta historia desde su interior, el prestigioso periodista Juan Martínez d'Aubuisson investigó por más de 10 años las causas que provocaron que San Pedro Sula, Honduras, se transformara en una de las ciudades más homicidas del mundo.

In a world overflowing with information, few manage to craft ideas into books that truly stand out from the noise. Transform Ideas into Books is a bold, tactical, and convenient guide for aspiring and seasoned authors who are ready to rise above the amateur writing grind and enter the elite ranks of modern authorpreneurs. What sets this book apart is its focus on practical strategies, modern tools, and a long-term approach to authorship. Structured into four strategic parts, this book offers more than just inspiration—it delivers a blueprint. From uncovering the genesis of powerful book ...

Step into the extraordinary world of Lady Gaga, one of the most iconic, bold, and influential artists of our time. This book is a celebration of her unparalleled artistry, fearless individuality, and relentless pursuit of greatness. Whether you are a devoted fan or just curious about the star behind the glitter, this book offers a captivating journey through her life and career. Inside, you’ll find: Many of her most memorable quotes on fame, love, creativity, and self-empowerment. Intriguing trivia that reveals the real stories behind the headlines. Answers to the most frequently asked ...

In questo memoir, Vincenzo Montella compie un'esplorazione profonda della propria esistenza, intrecciando ricordi, relazioni e intenzioni. Attraverso immagini ereditate dalla sua famiglia e create grazie a una ricerca artistica personale, Montella racconta la sua vita e le connessioni significative con artisti di tutto il mondo. Questo viaggio attraverso la memoria e l'arte offre una visione unica e affascinante del suo percorso, invitando il lettore a scoprire la bellezza e la complessità delle esperienze umane. Note biografiche: • Nato a Benevento il 14/7/1952.