| I Loved Her in the Movies: Memories of Hollywood's Legendary Actresses by Robert Wagnerin his third memoir on life in Hollywood (after Pieces of My Heart and You Must Remember This), iconic actor Robert Wagner looks to his leading ladies, the "female movie stars that defined my generation." Beginning in the 1930s (when Wagner was just a child) and moving through the '50s, '60s, and '80s, Wagner touches on colleagues, friends, and wives alike, from Joan Crawford and Bette Davis to Natalie Wood and Marilyn Monroe. While there's no real "dirt," Wagner shares plenty of personal stories, making this an excellent choice for movie fans. |
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Epic Bike Rides of the World : Explore the Planet's Most Thrilling Cycling Routes by Lonely Planet PublicationsDiscover 200 of the best places to ride a bike in this beautifully illustrated hardback. From family-friendly, sightseeing urban rides to epic adventures off the beaten track. Destinations range from France and Italy, for the world's great bike races, to the wilds of Mongolia and Patagonia. These journeys will inspire - whether you are an experienced cyclist or just getting started.
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Sail : A Tribute to the World's Greatest Races, Sailors and Their Boats
by Timothy Jeffery
Whether it is to test the high seas on around-the-world events in the glory of 49er yachts, to cut through choppy coastal waters on a Lazer racing for Olympic Gold or to set team against team in the great cup challenges, Sail is a celebration of the adventure and skill of one of mankind's oldest sports.
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| You're Never Weird on the Internet (Almost) by Felicia DayKnown to fans of quirky, Internet-based entertainment options like Dr. Horrible's Sing-Along Blog or The Guild, Felicia Day is a violinist, a gamer, an actress, and a writer. Home-schooled until she went awkwardly off to college at the age of 16 (she graduated at 19, still uncomfortable in social situations), Day doesn't offer a standard memoir. Jumping from her personal and professional successes (and setbacks) to her thoughts on creativity, depression, and feminism, Day incorporates images, plays with fonts, and employs a sincere, often humorous voice. Fans will enjoy it, as will readers who have ever felt a bit out of place. |
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| Rob Delaney: Mother, Wife, Sister, Human, Warrior, Falcon, Yardstick... by Rob DelaneyComedian Rob Delaney made his mark on Twitter, first posting in 2009, and winning a "Funniest Person on Twitter Award" in 2012. He also co-writes and co-stars in the British sitcom Catastrophe. Much like the subtitle of his book, his humor runs from kooky to absurdist ("Walking around Brooklyn, slapping people's brunches to the ground," goes a tweet from 2014) but his essays touch on personal subjects, primarily his battle with alcohol abuse and his long road to sobriety. Though scatological humor runs rampant, so too does Delaney's empathy for others. "Hilarious," says Rolling Stone. |
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In real life : my journey to a pixelated world
by Joey Graceffa
A confessional memoir by the popular YouTube personality shares candid accounts of his intimate struggles with familial hardship, educational setbacks, bullying and rejection while encouraging readers to embrace their differences and stay optimistic.
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One good life : my tips, my wisdom, my story
by Jill Nystul
The blogger responsible for OneGoodthingbyJillee.com describes her battles with alcohol dependence and how she returned to health, happiness and the ability to start following her dreams by writing about one good thing every day.
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Stir : my broken brain and the meals that brought me home
by Jessica Fechtor
After an aneurysm burst in her brain, nearly killing her and taking away her sense of smell and the sight in her left eye, a popular food blogger shares her journey of recovery, which began in the kitchen as she drew strength from the restorative power of cooking and baking.
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| Binge by Tyler OakleyIn his first book, prominent LGBTQ YouTube social rights advocate Tyler Oakley presents a collection of essays -- in his signature humorous style -- that bounce around from the goofy (fashion stand-offs with the White House Secret Service) to more revealing, painful topics like suicide and abuse. Written to support the idea that taking chances has value (even if it's just learning from your mistakes), Oakley is both candid and charismatic. |
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