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Author Spotlight: Nancy Horan
Nancy Horan's choice of subject matter for her first novel titled Loving Frank was influenced by living in Oak Park, Illinois, the home of some of Frank Lloyd Wright's most famous homes. Horan describes in an interview on her website, the joy of discovering a new side to Wright. "Anyone who lives in Oak Park, Illinois, as I did for twenty-four years, knows something about Frank Lloyd Wright...When I toured Wright's home and studio several times, I noticed the guides didn't say much about Mamah; understandably, their focus is on his work and family life. What little I learned about her piqued my interest, though."
New York Times Best Sellers This Week: "Acheron," "The Bourne Sanction"
Book 12 of the Dark-Hunter paranormal series by Sherrilyn Kenyon is No. 1 on the New York Times Best Sellers list of hardcover fiction for the first week.
Amazon's Top Selling Books Of August: "The Limits Of Power: The End Of American Execptionalism," "Breaking Dawn"
"The Limits of Power: The End of American Exceptionalism" by Andrew Bacevich is Amazon's top selling book this week. The book critiques the growing American trend for building empires and discusses the recent performance of the armed forces and the leaders involved.
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Oscar Winning Actor Lou Gossett Jr. Will Deliver Sermon At Washington D.C.'s National Synagogue
Actor Lou Gossett Jr. will be the featured guest speaker at Ohev Sholom, The National Synagogue in Washington D.C. on Saturday morning.
28th Annual Jewish Book Festival To Begin October 27
The Dave and Mary Alper Jewish Community Center located in Kendall, Florida will hold its 28th Annual Jewish Book Festival beginning October 27. Running until November 10, the festival will feature writers and scholars, who come to speak about their books and work.
Bronze Statue Of "Happy Days" The Fonz Unveiled In Milwaukee
A bronze statue of the Fonz, from the classic television show "Happy Days," was unveiled in Milwaukee Tuesday.
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Candy Spelling Will Move From Mansion To Condo
The pending transfer of the widow of television producer Aaron Spelling to a condo unit from a mansion reflects the downturn of the American economy and the real estate market.
Ex-Atomic Kitten Member Kerry Katona Declared Bankrupt
Former Atomic Kitten singer Kerry Katona has been declared bankrupt at the High Court on Thursday after failing to pay the final $154,000 of a $783,000 tax bill.
Tom Cruise And Katie Holmes' Struggle To Make Their Marriage Work On Cover Of Newest Issue Of Life And Style Weekly
TomKat's marriage might not be in real trouble, but according to the newest issue of Life & Style Weekly, the Hollywood couple are desperately trying to make it work.
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The Rocker ( *** )
The Rocker is a family rock-n-roll comedy and a fun ride. Wilson plays Robert "Fish" Fishman, a drummer who is unceremoniously dumped from his rock band just as they're about to erupt, go platinum, and become world-famous. Twenty years later he gets a shot at revenge...and fame.
The Longshots ( *** )
For further proof of the adage that sports movies aren't really about sports, look no further than The Longshots. There's hardly a convincing moment in the on-the-field action sequences, and yet this sweet-natured dramedy is an enjoyable and satisfying family entertainment. It's inspired by the story of the first and only female player in the history of the Pop Warner football tournament. Keke Palmer is fatherless Jasmine Plummer who, at the age of 11, becomes the only girl on her local Pop Warner team in Minden, Illinois. Playing quarterback, no less. Ice Cube plays her former-football-star uncle, who helps her learn how to play football.
Hamlet 2 ( ** )
Oddball comedies live on the border between funny-haha and funny-peculiar. It's always a question of which side of that border they spend more time on. Hamlet 2 is an oddball comedy that sounds funnier than it plays, and thus has us staring at it dumbfounded nearly as often as we're smiling or laughing. It's about an eccentric high school drama teacher who writes and stages a sequel to Shakespeare's acknowledged greatest tragedy -- tricky business indeed when you consider that most of the major characters in Hamlet met their demise during the original play.
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Sheryl Crow, Dave Matthews Band This Week In San Diego
San Diego will host a variety of acts this week. Grammy winning singer-songwriter Sheryl Crow will take the stage at the Valley View Casinos Concerts on Thursday, August 21.
Gilberto Santa Rosa Gives Lack Luster Performance At South Florida Concert
Gilberto Santa Rosa performed at the Hard Rock Casino Live on Sunday in what many considered a lack luster performance. Nonetheless the crowd was moved by the timeless music.
Steely Dan, American Idols Live This Week In Houston
Houston will play host to a variety of musical acts this week. Steely Dan will perform at Warehouse Live on Tuesday, August 19. Their stop in Houston, is part of Steely Dan's summer tour entitled Think Fast.
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Megan Fox Has A "Really Hot" Lesbian Love Scene With Amanda Seyfried In Zombie Film "Jennifer's Body"
Megan Fox has filmed a "really hot" lesbian love scene for her new movie. She romps topless in bed with "Mamma Mia" star Amanda Seyfried in zombie film "Jennifer's Body."
Judge Allows 20th Century Fox Lawsuit Against Warner Bros. Over "Watchmen" Film's Distribution Rights To Continue
"Watchmen" will be unwatched, if 20th Century Fox gets its way. The studio has announced its bid to block the film's release after winning a court ruling Tuesday.
Warm Up Your Voices - "Mamma Mia! The Sing-Along Edition" Will Be Released Labor Day Weekend
Universal plans to pump up Labor Day weekend grosses for its hit movie musical by presenting "Mamma Mia! The Sing-Along Edition" in select theaters nationwide.
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Janet Jackson To Release New Lingerie Line Called Pleasure Principle
Janet Jackson is venturing into the world of lingerie. The music icon teams up with Australian designer Bruno Schiavi to create a new lingerie range.
Swimwear Designers Bring Eco-Friendly Swimwear To Consumers
The term "green revolution" is no longer used to describe just hybrid cars and solar panels. Fashion designers are getting into the mix, creating eco-friendly clothing.
Speedo LZR Racer Swimsuit Generates Huge Pre-Sales
Speedo's LZR Racer, the swimwear Olympians like Michael Phelps had worn when he earned his 8 gold medals, has been generating huge pre-sales for the $550 record-breaking suit.
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Connect Music Festival Adds New Attractions For The Unknown Pleasures Tent
Connect Music Festival has added a few more surprises a little over a week before the three-day event comes, offering a taste of Vegas for the concert-goers.
Glasgow, Scotland Appointed As UNESCO City Of Music
Glasgow has been named a UNESCO City of Music on Wednesday. The UN cultural agency has recognized Scotland's largest city for its musical past and its current role in music.
CNS Music Survey: Miley Cyrus's Brother's Band Rockin' In '80s Style
Pop star Miley Cyrus has proven musical genes run in her family -- her dad is country singer Billy Ray Cyrus -- and her older brother has a band also.
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"Heroes" Fans Invited To Work On Video Collaborative Remix For Season 2 DVD
"Heroes" fans get ready - Metacafe, the world's leading short-form video entertainment site, and Universal Studios Home Entertainment today launched the "Heroes: Season 2" collaborative remix.
Thursday Late Night Talk Shows Will Include Tim Meadows, Betty White And Evan Handler
Tim Meadows, Betty White, Evan Handler and MGMT will all appear on the "Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson" Thursday night.
"Dancing With The Stars" Julianne Hough Dating Country Singer Chuck Wicks
Country singer and "Dancing with the Stars" dancer Julianne Hough has a new man in her life -- and it isn't her upcoming dance partner.
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