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Benny Ramírez and the Nearly Departed - Hardcover

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by José Pablo Iriarte (Author)Benny Ramírez can see dead people . . . Well, one dead person, anyway. A hilarious and heartwarming story about a boy who can suddenly see the ghost of his famous musician grandfather! After moving cross-country into his late grandfather's Miami mansion, Benny discovers that the ghost of his famous trumpet-playing abuelo, the great Ignacio Ramírez, is still there . . . and isn't too thrilled about it. He's been barred from the afterlife, and no one can see him ex...

The Huge Book of Amazing Facts and Interesting Stuff 2024: 10th Anniversary Edition Science, History, Pop Culture Facts & More

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Report copyright infringementby Jenny Kellett (Author)"Biggest Edition Ever!" Celebrate a decade of astonishing discoveries with the 10th Anniversary Edition of The Huge Book of Amazing Facts and Interesting Stuff 2024 - the biggest edition yet! What's new? - Updated in 2024 - 400+ pages of facts - Bonus Then and Now section - a decade of change This special volume brings together a treasure trove of knowledge, with a bonus "Then and Now" section that explores the most monumental changes and ...

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Report copyright infringementby Catherine Fitzmaurice (Author), Michael Morgan (Author)Fitzmaurice Voicework: Embodying the Holistic Voice is the ultimate guide to a world-renowned voice approach for discovering and developing the voice's full expressive potential and healthy use. Catherine Fitzmaurice, the originator of the Fitzmaurice Voicework approach, and Michael Morgan bring together over 60 years of original, class-tested exercises and concepts. Detailed instructions, anecdotes, and vi...

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Report copyright infringementby Lionel Richie (Author)"Richie is refreshingly open in the book, which functions as both a fun memoir and a love letter to music and his beloved Tuskegee... There's an abundance of love and gratitude in this wildly entertaining, utterly charming memoir." - Kirkus, STARRED review"Satisfying... vulnerable and powerful." - New York TimesThe long-awaited memoir of the legendary Lionel Richie.As a storyteller second to none, Lionel Richie is ready to tell it all. In ...

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Report copyright infringementby Werner Herzog (Author), Michael Hofmann (Translator)From legendary filmmaker and author Werner Herzog, a compact, effervescent, and deeply personal exploration of art, philosophy, and history that unravels one of our most elusive and contested questions: What is truth--and how to find it in our "post-truth" era? For over half a century, Werner Herzog has challenged, enriched, and expanded our understanding of the truth. His films and books have mixed fiction an...

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Report copyright infringementby Tilda Swinton (Author), Olivia Laing (Contribution by), Joanna Hogg (Contribution by)The first book by Tilda Swinton highlights her incredible transformations and iconic roles, tracing Swinton's singular presence through collaborations with filmmakers and fashion figures. Taking as a starting point the artistic collaborations that helped shape her career, from early projects with Derek Jarman and Joanna Hogg, to projects with Luca Guadagnino and Jim Jarmusch, t...

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by Ian Falconer (Author), Ian Falconer (Illustrator)Step into the ring with Olivia, where the lights are dim, the color soft, and a little girl's imagination is the main attraction. Olivia remembers her trip to the circus very well. The performers were out sick, so she had to do everything. She... -rode on a unicycle -jumped on a trampoline -juggled five balls! -tamed lions -and flew through the air.Author BiographyIan Falconer is the author and illustrator of the Olivia book series, includin...

Sara Allgood's Memories: Untold Stories of the Abbey Theatre and Early Hollywood

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Report copyright infringementby Elizabeth Brewer Redwine (Author)Sara Allgood, Abbey Theatre actress, Hollywood contract player, Inghinidhe na hÉireann member, and early film performer, wrote this autobiography, entitled Memories, towards the end of her life, encouraging readers to acknowledge the roles of performers and theatre-makers in the creation of the Abbey. The book allows readers into the worlds of late nineteenth-century Dublin, the early Abbey, the Easter Rising, both World Wars, H...

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Report copyright infringementby Joseph Straub (Author)Charlie Sheen has lived a life larger than any role he ever played. From his early breakout performances in Platoon and Wall Street to his reign as television's highest-paid actor on Two and a Half Men, Sheen embodied both Hollywood's allure and its darkest temptations. But behind the glamour came chaos-substance abuse, scandalous headlines, legal battles, and the infamous "Tiger Blood" meltdown that made him a viral sensation and cautiona...

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Report copyright infringementby Bill Amatneek (Author)A deep dive into legendary bluegrass guitarist, Tony Rice, via stories by his music colleagues, Bela Fleck, Sam Bush, Jerry Douglas, Mark Schatz, Ron Rice, Peter Rowan, Frank Poindexter, Harry Sparks, and others. Number of Pages: 260 Dimensions: 0.88 x 9 x 6 IN Illustrated: Yes Publication Date: January 19, 2024

Eastern Heroes - Once Upon a Time in Eastern Heroes Jet Li Special

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Report copyright infringementby Ricky Baker (Compiled by), Timothy Hollingsworth (Designed by), Frank Djeng (Contribution by)A look at the Martial Arts Movie legend that is Jet Li, his work & movies, with contributions fromFRANK DJENGMIKE LEEDERERIC JACOBSALAN DONKINSIMON PRITCHARDMARK SASADRIAN CONLONJOHNNY BURDETTEPLUS INTERVIEWSMANSANORI MIMINTOPHIL JABLONJOSE MANUALThis is going to be one great issue! Number of Pages: 104 Dimensions: 0.28 x 11 x 8.5 IN ...

Laura La Plante (hardback): Silent Cinderella

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Report copyright infringementby Laura Jerrolds (Author), Kevin Brownlow (Introduction by)Laura La Plante (1904-1996) was one of the most beloved stars of the silent era, known for her classic blonde bob haircut and dazzling screen presence. Although comedies were her specialty, she is best remembered for her role as Annabelle West in the thrilling mystery story The Cat and the Canary (1927), which inspired countless haunted house films in the following decades. In La Plante's first-ever full-...

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Report copyright infringementby James Kahn (Author)New York Times #1 Bestselling Author Behind the glamour of Hollywood, a doctor's true calling collided with unexpected destiny, revealing a life less ordinary and profoundly moving.From the chaos of an emergency room where lives hung by a thread, to the enchanting sets of cinematic legends like E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial and Return of the Jedi, this memoir unveils the exhilarating, often hilarious, and deeply personal journey of a man living...

The Inside Story: Journey of a former Jesuit priest and talk show host towards self-discovery

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Report copyright infringementby Neil McKenty (Author), Catharine McKenty (Author)A book for anyone on the journey to wholeness. A story of toxic religion, sex and celibacy, drinking and depression, and how they led towards self-discovery and spiritual awakening."A compelling testimony to our capacity for spiritual transformation in the face of overwhelming odds. McKenty's story is both inspirational and gut-wrenchingly honest. Highly recommended." Tom Harpur, Syndicated Columnist and Bestsell...

Remembering Nureyev: The Trail of a Comet

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Report copyright infringementby Rudi Van Dantzig (Author), Katie De Haan (Translator)Famously volatile, fickle in his passions for people, but with astonishing charisma onstage and off, Rudolf Nureyev is regarded as one of the greatest male ballet dancers of the twentieth century. In 1968, Nureyev approached Rudi van Dantzig for permission to dance in one of van Dantzig's ballets. So began a close friendship and artistic collaboration that lasted until Nureyev's death in 1993. This searing me...

Brain Games - Family Feud Word Search - Spiral

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by Publications International Ltd (Author), Brain Games (Author)Puzzles from the legendary game show Family Feud(R) Solve these word searches in the style and format of the show. Contains 70 word search puzzles with up to 8 real survey answers you must guess to complete the puzzle. Each puzzle uses a classic Family Feud survey question covering topics like food, love, animals, and everyday life. Spiral binding helps the book lay flat. Answer key in the back of the book. 160 pages Number ...

We Don't Need Roads: The Making of the Back to the Future Trilogy - Paperback

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Report copyright infringementby Caseen Gaines (Author)Author BiographyCaseen Gaines is a popular culture historian. He is the author of Inside Pee-wee's Playhouse: The Untold, Unauthorized, and Unpredictable Story of a Pop Phenomenon, which received the 2012 Independent Publisher's Book Award - Silver Medal in the Popular Culture / Leisure category, as well as A Christmas Story: Behind the Scenes of a Holiday Classic. Caseen also directs theater and teaches high school English in New Jersey, ...

Camp!: The Story of the Attitude That Conquered the World - Hardcover

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by Paul Baker (Author)By the bestselling author of Fabulosa! and Outrageous!, this reappraisal of camp across time and in all its glorious forms shows how this inescapable part of popular culture has also played an important role in equality movements as a form of protest or resistance. The following things have seemed impossibly camp to me at one point or another: a doll whose body acts as a cover for a toilet roll, a peacock chair, a wig being pulled off and flushed down the toilet, a tantr...

How to Create an Exciting Film on a Low Budget

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Report copyright infringementby Terence Mateusz (Author)Ever dreamed of making a film but felt held back by a lack of money or fancy equipment? This book shows you how to bring your stories to life, no big studio, no endless funds, just creativity and passion.From writing a gripping script to capturing stunning shots with whatever camera you have, you'll discover how to build a dedicated team, light your scenes beautifully with everyday items, and create tension and emotion without expensive ...

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Report copyright infringementby Rosa Barotsi (Author)Time and the Everyday in Slow Cinema examines the phenomenon of Slow cinema, a style defined by its lingering focus on quotidian activities and extended durations. Rosa Barotsi argues that while the style emerges from a tradition of durational filmmaking and resonates with movements advocating for deceleration, it is also deeply entangled in the structures of late capitalism, creating a dynamic tension between radicalism and conservatism. T...

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by William Shakespeare (Author), Robert Langbaum (Editor)The Signet Classics edition of William Shakespeare's fantastical play that combines elements of tragedy and comedy. Prospero--sorcerer and rightful Duke of Milan--has lived a reclusive life with his daughter Miranda in the years since his position was usurped by his brother, Antonio. Now, as Antonio's ship passes near Prospero's island home, the sorcerer conjures up a terrible storm that will change all of their destinies.... This revis...

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by Dana Meachen Rau (Author), Who Hq (Author), Laurie A. Conley (Illustrator)Learn about the remarkable life of actress and comedian Betty White, a pioneer of early television with a seven-decade career, in this title in the Who HQ Now series featuring newsmakers and trending topics. From 1939 to 2021, actress Betty White was one of the most beloved performers in the entertainment industry. She starred in fan-favorite television shows like The Golden Girls and The Mary Tyler Moore Show, and a...

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by Kirsten Anderson (Author), Who Hq (Author), Andrew Thomson (Illustrator)Learn about the life of one of today's most popular musicians in this Who HQ Now biography about Harry Styles and his exciting career from One Direction to his Grammy-winning solo performances. In 2010, Harry Styles was thrust into the spotlight when he auditioned for X-Factor and was placed in a new band called One Direction. That band of five young men would go on to place third in the competition, but their time tog...

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by Joy McCullough (Author)Author BiographyJoy McCullough writes books and plays from her home in the Seattle area, where she lives with her family. She studied theater at Northwestern University, fell in love with her husband atop a Guatemalan volcano, and now spends her days surrounded by books and kids and chocolate. Her debut novel, Blood Water Paint, was longlisted for National Book Award and was a finalist for the William C. Morris Debut Award. She is also the author of We Are the Ashes...

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by Pam Pollack (Author), Meg Belviso (Author), Who Hq (Author)How did a working-class girl from Cuba become a symbol of artistic freedom for Cuban Americans and the "Queen of Salsa"? Find out in this addition to the Who HQ library! Cómo una niña de clase trabajadora de Cuba se convirtió en un símbolo de libertad artística para los cubanoamericanos y en la "Reina de la Salsa"? Descúbrelo en este nuevo libro para la bibliotheca de Who HQ! Although her family and friends know her as Úrsula Hil...

96 Facts about Timoth馥 Chalamet: Quizzes, Quotes, Questions, and More! with Bonus Journal Pages for Writing! - Paperback

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by Arie Kaplan (Author), Risa Rodil (Illustrator)The ultimate fact book and journal for fans of Timoth馥 Chalamet! Packed with fun facts, quick quizzes, and bonus pages for journaling, this is a must-have for any fan of Timoth馥 Chalamet.Author BiographyArie Kaplan is an American writer and comedian. He is the author of the book Masters of the Comic Book Universe Revealed! and a writer for Mad magazine. He lives in New York City. Number of Pages: 80 Dimensions: 0.3 x 8.9 x 5.9 IN Publication Da...

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by Kekla Magoon (Author), Chelsea Clinton (Author), Alexandra Boiger (Illustrator)Inspired by the #1 New York Times bestseller She Persisted by Chelsea Clinton and Alexandra Boiger, a chapter book series about women who spoke up and rose up against the odds--including Simone Biles! Simone Biles was raised by her grandparents and had to overcome many hardships as a child. After trying gymnastics for the first time on a field trip from elementary school, Simone continued with the sport, working...

A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood: The Poetry of Mister Rogers - Hardcover

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by Fred Rogers (Author), Luke Flowers (Illustrator)The New York Times Best Seller For the first time ever, 75 beloved songs from Mister Rogers' Neighborhood and The Children's Corner are collected in this charmingly illustrated treasury, sure to be cherished by generations of children as well as the millions of adults who grew up with Mister Rogers. It's you I like.It's not the things you wear, It's not the way you do your hair--But it's you I like. From funny to sweet, silly to sincere, th...

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by Aaron Starmer (Author)Brewster Gaines just wanted to make a video and get a million views - he didn't count on needing friends to get there. From the author of Spontaneous and the Locker 37 series comes a heartfelt story of friendship, family, and filmmaking. "A well-rounded, heartfelt tale of creativity and family."--Kirkus Reviews, starred review "A Million Views turns its lens on YouTube fame in a way that's fun, educational, and inspiring."--Ryan North, New York Times best-selling auth...

Nunsense: The Mega-Musical Version - Paperback

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by Dan Goggin (Author)Musical Characters: 1 male, 9 female, chorus, and extras Unit Set "Nunsense: The Mega-Musical Version" is here All the fun of the original "Nunsense" has been super-sized If you're looking for a Large Cast Musical Comedy this award-winning show is the perfect choice. "Mega-Nunsense" starring the original five nuns features five new (male and female)characters including the never- before-seen infamous convent cook, Sister Julia, Child of God. In additio Number of Pages:...

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by Betsy Bird (Author), David Small (Illustrator)NAMED ONE OF THE BEST CHILDREN'S BOOKS OF THE YEAR BY THE NEW YORK TIMES The story of a girl who rides an ostrich straight to her dreams from the award-winning writer and librarian Betsy Bird, illustrated by Caldecott Medalist David Small. "[A] charming, wacky novel." --The New York Times Twelve-year-old Suzy Bowles is tired of summers filled with chores on her family farm in Burr Oak, Michigan, and desperate to see the world. When her wayward ...