When the first family goes Christmas shopping it’s big news, of course. And the watchers take note of not only where they went, but what they bought. When their destination is a bookstore, we get interested, too. On Small Business Saturday, President Obama and his daughters hit Washington indie Politics and Prose, in the end purchasing 17 books. From the New York Times: The president and his daughters, Sasha and Malia, browsed the shelves and […]
Pulitzer prize-winning poet Mark Strand (Sleeping With One Eye Open, Man and Camel) has died yesterday morning at his daughter’s home in New York. He was 80. From The Guardian: “He was a funny, elegant, generous and brilliant man,” [Jessica Strand] said of her father. “A man who lived to work and to be with his friends and the people he loved.”A distinctive presence even at the end of his life, with his lean build, […]
At an ancient café in Cairo, two veteran spies plot a covert mission to resolve once and for all — the Israeli — Palestinian conflict. The pledge: Israel will make a major concession as part of the peace treaty. In Singapore, Jethro Westrope, a magazine journalist, stumbles onto the scene of a murder: the beautiful Niki Kishwani directs him, in her last breath, to a digital recorder, evidence that puts Jethro’s life in serious danger. […]
The long-awaited sequel to director and producer Ridley Scott’s 1982 cult classic Blade Runner will begin filming in 2015. From Indiewire: Scott said that he won’t direct “Blade Runner 2,” but will stay on as a producer, with filming scheduled to get underway next year. There’s no word why he opted out of the director’s chair, but considering his next project is “The Martian” with Matt Damon, he probably just doesn’t have the time anymore. […]
This sexually charged, unfriendly tale of money and murder explodes when Casper’s high-rolling uncle gets himself murdered. Casper is then forced to hit the streets harder than ever to prove he’s much more than a ghetto prince who has had everything handed to him on a platinum platter… but, in the midst of a Guerra with a former affiliated set, Casper becomes enthralled by a Puerto Rican bella who wants nothing to do with someone […]
JK Rowling has completed the script for the screen version of the Harry Potter spin-off, Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them. According to Harry Potter producer David Heyman, the script is “wonderful.” From The Telepgraph: Heyman praised Rowling’s debut scriptwriting efforts: “She is so smart, and her turn of phrase, the precision of the language she uses, is a joy to behold.” Heyman’s company, Heydey Films, has produced all eight of the blockbuster Harry […]
After having been separated for 22 years, Vivian wants to reestablish ties with her younger sister, Christine. Instead, she is met with hostility and resistance. Christine wants one thing and one thing only: revenge. Fueled by rage and a sadistic sense of humor, Christine will stop at nothing to go after their mysterious mother, Rose. Julia Windom, a wealthy woman with selfish motives, concocts plot after plot to ensure her personal goal is achieved. They […]
After his past bad relationship, 29-year-old newly promoted record label CEO, Jackson Whitmore, vows never to love again. With his best friend and vice-president, Eric, at his side, Jackson’s main focus is the business, until a beautiful woman, Milan Wells, waltzes into his life and is introduced as the new president. While Jackson wants to object to the decision, it becomes difficult when Milan brings forth bold and fresh ideas, catching both his and Eric’s […]
Seven figure advances on novels are becoming more common, according to Publishers Weekly, who reports that a number of factors are responsible. During the run-up to this year’s Frankfurt Book Fair in early October, three seven-figure deals for debut works were closed by Big Five houses. Shortly after the fair, the New York Times ran an article about a waitress who landed a high six-figure advance. The streak continued with news that St. Martin’s Press […]
Nutley, the Nut-free Squirrel is a whimsical tale about a squirrel with a food allergy. Nutley’s message of community support and friendship resonates with all students. As the parent of a child with multiple food allergies, author Stephanie Sorkin donates 100 per cent of the book’s proceeds to F.A.R.E, an organization dedicated to food allergy research and education. Nutley is available on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and Mascot Books and many retailers nationwide. You can […]
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