Summer Movies: 30 Sun-Drenched Classics (Turner Classic Movies)
By: John Malahy
3.86
Format: 208 pages, Hardcover
Turner Classic Movies presents a festival of sunshine classics—movies that capture the spirit of th…
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1. Last Train to Memphis: The Rise of Elvis Presley
By: Peter Guralnick
4.16
Format: 560 pages, Hardcover
From the moment that he first shook up the world in the mid 1950s, Elvis Presley has been one of th… read more
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2. I Must Say: My Life as a Humble Comedy Legend
By: Martin Short
4.11
Format: 336 pages, Hardcover
In this engaging memoir, written with heart, wisdom, and a huge helping of hilarity, Martin Short s… read more
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"To my beloved friends, there’s simply no life without you guys. Thanks for the advice and the love and the billion dinners and laughs. Without you all . . . I’d look for new friends and get them."-Martin Short, I Must Say: My Life as a Humble Comedy Legend
3. The Thin Man
By: Dashiell Hammett
3.82
Format: 224 pages, Paperback
Nick and Nora Charles are Hammett's most enchanting creations, a rich, glamorous couple who solve h… read more
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4. Beautiful Ruins
By: Jess Walter
3.63
Format: 224 pages, Hardcover
The story begins in 1962. On a rocky patch of the sun-drenched Italian coastline, a young innkeeper… read more
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5. Emeril's Kicked-Up Sandwiches: Stacked with Flavor
By: Emeril Lagasse
3.98
Format: None pages, Paperback
"Emeril Lagasse's books are so dependable, filled with accessible recipes that yield excellent resu… read more
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6. The Cooperstown Casebook: Who’s in the Baseball Hall of Fame, Who Should Be In, and Who Should Pack Their Plaques
By: Jay Jaffe
4.19
Format: 144 pages, Hardcover
The National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum, tucked away in upstate New York in a small town call… read more
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7. Authentic Mexican: Regional Cooking from the Heart of Mexico
By: Christopher Hirsheimer , Rick Bayless , Deann Groen Bayless
3.80
Format: 240 pages, Hardcover
Americans have at last discovered Mexico's passion for exciting food. We've fallen in love with the… read more
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8. The Last Action Heroes: The Triumphs, Flops, and Feuds of Hollywood's Kings of Carnage
By: Nick de Semlyen
4.12
Format: 352 pages, Hardcover
The behind-the-scenes story of the action heroes who ruled 1980s and ’90s Hollywood and the beloved… read more
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9. Once Upon a Time in Hollywood
By: Quentin Tarantino
3.88
Format: 400 pages, Paperback
Quentin Tarantino’s long-awaited first work of fiction — at once hilarious, delicious, and brutal —… read more
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"What’s the secret?"-Quentin Tarantino, Once Upon a Time in Hollywood
"Sharon has such a sunny presence that whenever she blocks out the sun, the effect is chilling."-Quentin Tarantino, Once Upon a Time in Hollywood
"Due to Cliff's good looks, he'd been manipulating women to do things against their best interests his whole life."-Quentin Tarantino, Once Upon a Time in Hollywood
"Foreign films, Cliff thought, were more like novels. They didn't care if you liked the main character or not. And Cliff found that intriguing."-Quentin Tarantino, Once Upon a Time in Hollywood
10. Digital Minimalism: Choosing a Focused Life in a Noisy World
By: Cal Newport
4.06
Format: 302 pages, Kindle Edition
Minimalism is the art of knowing how much is just enough. Digital minimalism applies this idea to o… read more
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"Who could justify trading a lifetime of stress and backbreaking labor for better blinds? Is a nicer-looking window treatment really worth so much of your life?"-Cal Newport, Digital Minimalism: Choosing a Focused Life in a Noisy World
"Digital minimalism definitively does not reject the innovations of the internet age, but instead rejects the way so many people currently engage with these tools."-Cal Newport, Digital Minimalism: Choosing a Focused Life in a Noisy World
"The thought process that went into building these applications, Facebook being the first of them, . . . was all about: “How do we consume as much of your time and conscious attention as possible?"-Cal Newport, Digital Minimalism: Choosing a Focused Life in a Noisy World
"For many people, their compulsive phone use papers over a void created by a lack of a well-developed leisure life. Reducing the easy distraction without also filling the void can make life unpleasant…"-Cal Newport, Digital Minimalism: Choosing a Focused Life in a Noisy World
11. And There Was Light: Abraham Lincoln and the American Struggle
By: Jon Meacham
4.46
Format: 676 pages, Hardcover
The life and moral evolution of Abraham Lincoln, exploring why and how Lincoln confronted secession… read more
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- nonfiction
12. All About Me! My Remarkable Life in Show Business
By: Mel Brooks
4.24
Format: 480 pages, Hardcover
At 95, the legendary Mel Brooks continues to set the standard for comedy across television, film, a… read more
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"I didn’t realize it but I might have created the first cell phone. Had I patented it, I probably would have made so much money that I wouldn’t have had to write this book."-Mel Brooks, All About Me! My Remarkable Life in Show Business
13. Please Please Tell Me Now: The Duran Duran Story
By: Stephen Davis
3.59
Format: 353 pages, Hardcover
Lifelong fans and interested newcomers will love this stunning biography of Duran Duran by the best… read more
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14. Endgame: Inside the Royal Family and the Monarchy's Fight for Survival
By: Omid Scobie
3.31
Format: 416 pages, Hardcover
Endgame , the explosive book from longtime royal journalist Omid Scobie and author of the internati… read more
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"Everyone already knows that King Charles might have preferred a life as Queen Camilla's tampon."-Omid Scobie, Endgame: Inside the Royal Family and the Monarchy's Fight for Survival
"The King has lived a full life out in the public as an outspoken environmental activist, an occasional meddler in politics, a successful businessman, a flawed father, and a philandering husband who d…"-Omid Scobie, Endgame: Inside the Royal Family and the Monarchy's Fight for Survival
"And, despite calls from campaigners for a redesign, one of Britain's highest-honor medals bestowed by King Charles to ambassadors and diplomats for distinguished service still features a depiction of…"-Omid Scobie, Endgame: Inside the Royal Family and the Monarchy's Fight for Survival
"A stubborn eccentric who has spent most of his life waiting and planning for his ascension, even at the cost of his relationships with his own sons, the former Prince of Wales is not only far less po…"-Omid Scobie, Endgame: Inside the Royal Family and the Monarchy's Fight for Survival
15. Paperback Crush: The Totally Radical History of '80s and '90s Teen Fiction
By: Gabrielle Moss
3.76
Format: 256 pages, Paperback
A hilarious and nostalgic trip through the history of paperback pre-teen series of the '80s and '90… read more
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16. Marrying the Ketchups
By: Jennifer Close
3.61
Format: 320 pages, Hardcover
An irresistible comedy of manners about three generations of a Chicago restaurant family and the de… read more
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"A reminder of how many people there were in the world. A reminder that sometimes the right person shows up just when you need him to."-Jennifer Close, Marrying the Ketchups
"Gretchen walked by and saw Kendall and another waitress dipping fries in Armando's garlic aioli and shoveling them into their mouths. This was the number-one hangover food for the staff at Sullivan's…"-Jennifer Close, Marrying the Ketchups
"Mistakes were made all over the place, all around her, all the time, and she couldn't live her whole life with the sole purpose of not messing up. She didn't know if it would be a mistake or not, she…"-Jennifer Close, Marrying the Ketchups
"Along with the regular brunch selections of eggs Benedict and Belgian waffles, they planned to serve individual portions of Poof in custard dishes. They also had a whole section for different kinds o…"-Jennifer Close, Marrying the Ketchups
17. But Have You Read the Book?: 52 Literary Gems That Inspired Our Favorite Films
By: Kristen Lopez
3.36
Format: 240 pages, Hardcover
For film buffs and literature lovers alike, Turner Classic Movies presents an essential guide to 52… read more
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18. This Was Hollywood: Forgotten Stars and Stories (Turner Classic Movies)
By: Carla Valderrama
4.22
Format: 240 pages, Hardcover
In this one-of-a-kind Hollywood history, Carla Valderrama -- creator of Instagram's celebrated @Thi… read more
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19. Joyful Recollections of Trauma
By: Paul Scheer
4.23
Format: 256 pages, Hardcover
From award-winning actor and comedian Paul Scheer, a candid and humorous memoir-in-essays on coming… read more
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"I didn’t need a girlfriend when I had Blockbuster."-Paul Scheer, Joyful Recollections of Trauma
"But not acknowledging my trauma took away my triumph. I survived, and I wanted to make surviving the abuse part of my story. I want to wear my former shame with pride."-Paul Scheer, Joyful Recollections of Trauma
20. Hitchcock's Blondes: The Unforgettable Women Behind the Legendary Director's Dark Obsession
By: Laurence Leamer
3.46
Format: 336 pages, Hardcover
Bestselling author of Capote’s Women Laurence Leamer shares an engrossing account of the enigmatic … read more
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21. TCM Underground: 50 Must-See Films from the World of Classic Cult and Late-Night Cinema (Turner Classic Movies)
By: Millie De Chirico
4.08
Format: 240 pages, Paperback
Based on the Turner Classic Movies series, TCM Underground is the movie-lover's guide to 50 of the … read more
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22. 50 Oscar Nights: Iconic Stars & Filmmakers on Their Career-Defining Wins (Turner Classic Movies)
By: Dave Karger
4.14
Format: 272 pages, Hardcover
An exclusive look behind the scenes of the Academy Awards as top stars and filmmakers discuss their… read more
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23. Fright Favorites: 31 Movies to Haunt Your Halloween and Beyond
By: David J. Skal
4.16
Format: 224 pages, Hardcover
Turner Classic Movies presents a collection of monster greats, modern and classic horror, and famil… read more
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24. The Nine: The True Story of a Band of Women Who Survived the Worst of Nazi Germany
By: Gwen Strauss
4.27
Format: 336 pages, Hardcover
The Nine follows the true story of the author’s great aunt Hélène Podliasky, who led a band of nine… read more
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25. Must-See Sci-fi: 50 Movies That Are Out of This World (Turner Classic Movies)
By: Sloan De Forest
4.04
Format: 279 pages, Kindle Edition
Spanning nine decades and branded by the most trusted authority on film, Turner Classic Must-See S… read more
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"The most memorable science-fiction movies are ones that defy our expectations."-Sloan De Forest, Must-See Sci-fi: 50 Movies That Are Out of This World (Turner Classic Movies)
26. Summer Movies: 30 Sun-Drenched Classics (Turner Classic Movies)
By: John Malahy
3.86
Format: 208 pages, Hardcover
Turner Classic Movies presents a festival of sunshine classics—movies that capture the spirit of th… read more
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27. Saturday Night Live and American TV
By: Ron Becker
3.43
Format: 294 pages, Hardcover
For over 35 years, "Live from New York, it's Saturday Night!" has greeted late night–TV viewers loo… read more
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28. Hey Suburbia: A Guide to the Emo/Pop-Punk Rise
By: Mike Damante
3.67
Format: 151 pages, Kindle Edition
Hey A Guide to the Emo/Pop-Punk Rise chronicles the music of the Warped Tour generation that launc… read more
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29. Underrated Rock Book: The 200 Most Overlooked Albums 1970-2015
By: Jim Santora Jr.
3.23
Format: 178 pages, Kindle Edition
Rock Music Is Not Dead! It’s just changing its course; rock music has a new direction. Which might … read more
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30. The Essential Directors: The Art and Impact of Cinema's Most Influential Filmmakers (Turner Classic Movies)
By: Sloan De Forest
4.06
Format: 344 pages, Paperback
From Turner Classic Movies, this is the essential guide to all the must-know detail on the style, a… read more
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31. The Essentials Vol. 2: 52 More Must-See Movies and Why They Matter (Turner Classic Movies)
By: Jeremy Arnold
4.32
Format: 312 pages, Paperback
A guide to fifty-two examples of must-see cinema, The Essentials Vol. 2 -- based on the Turner Clas… read more
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