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Popular Culture November 2017
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| I'll Have What She's Having: How Nora Ephron's Three Iconic Films Saved the Romantic Comedy by Erin CarlsonAnybody who recognizes the source of this book's title will enjoy this engaging exploration of three much-loved romantic comedies: When Harry Met Sally, Sleepless in Seattle, and You've Got Mail. While the focus is on Nora Ephron (who scripted Harry and co-wrote and directed the other two), there are also plenty of goodies for fans of Tom Hanks and Meg Ryan. Entertainment journalist Erin Carlson also sheds light on the challenges that women face in a youth-oriented and male-dominated Hollywood, both as actors and directors. |
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| Waiting for the Punch: Words to Live by from the WTF Podcast by Marc Maron and Brendan McDonaldFor nine years, Marc Maron has hosted the popular WTF podcast, interviewing notables from comedians (Patton Oswalt) and musicians (Bruce Springsteen) to the former leader of the free world (President Barack Obama). Here, he's organized his guests' revelations into 11 categories (like "Identity" or "Relationships"), each of which provide insight into their lives -- and the human experience in general. "Profound and powerful," says Kirkus Reviews, with plenty of humor as well. |
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| Crash Override: How Gamergate (Nearly) Destroyed My Life... by Zoë QuinnIn 2014, video game designer Zoe Quinn was the target of an ex-boyfriend's revenge campaign that spiraled wildly from accusations of unethical behavior to hate mail, death threats, and other forms of online (and IRL) abuse. This harassment -- which targeted several other women in the video game industry -- came to be known as Gamergate, and while Quinn started hiding her location, she refused to stay silent. In her book, Quinn outlines her efforts to find justice, describes the legal system's weaknesses when it comes to online abuse, and talks about the victims' advocacy group she founded. She also provides practical steps for creating a safe internet culture. |
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| Dear Fahrenheit 451: Love and Heartbreak in the Stacks: A Librarian's Love Letters... by Annie SpenceHave some books near-memorized? Wanted to throw others across the room? If so, you'll love this collection of letters to books -- whether love letters or break-up letters, they clearly capture reader Annie Spence's opinions! As a librarian, she's also got a professional curator's eye, but anyone who's ever ogled someone else's bookshelves will find plenty to agree (or disagree) with -- and that's part of the fun. |
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Queen of Bebop : The Musical Lives of Sarah Vaughan
by Elaine M. Hayes
An account of the life of the influential jazz artist and civil rights advocate shares additional insights into her lesser-known contributions as an African-American woman, drawing on inside sources to discuss her creative process and challenge misperceptions about her character. 40,000 first printing.
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| Talking as Fast as I Can: From Gilmore Girls to Gilmore Girls (And Everything in Between) by Lauren GrahamPublished last year to coincide with the return of Gilmore Girls (on Netflix), this collection of brief, diary-style essays about actress Lauren Gilmore's experiences on the set (of Gilmore Girls and Parenthood) also shares stories about her upbringing, early jobs, and future plans -- another novel? Producing a movie with Mae Whitman? More Gilmore Girls? It's all possible. For a special treat, pick up the audiobook version -- Graham narrates it herself. |
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Hunger : A Memoir of (My) Body
by Roxane Gay
The popular Tumblr blogger and best-selling author of Bad Feminist explores the devastating act of violence that triggered her personal challenges with food and body image, sharing advice for caring for oneself and eating in healthful and satisfying ways. 100,000 first printing.
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Al Franken, Giant of the Senate
by Al Franken
The Harvard-educated comedian and talk-show host chronicles the story of his unlikely senatorial campaign, detailing the ensuing months-long recount and what his service has taught him about America's deeply polarized political culture.
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