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New and Notable Nonfiction for July

BIOGRAPHY & MEMOIR

GROWING UP AMISH

by Ira Wagler

Boldly goes where many Amish chronicles fear to tread: the exodus of members seeking an unencumbered lifestyle. Full review >

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NONFICTION

MY CHILD IS SICK!

by Barton D. Schmitt

An excellent resource that will help all parents rest a little easier at night. Full review >

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BIOGRAPHY & MEMOIR

NICHOLAS RAY

by Patrick McGilligan

The sad story, well and respectfully told, of an American original struggling with procrustean politics, timorous producers... Full review >

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BIOGRAPHY & MEMOIR

WRITING MOVIES FOR FUN AND PROFIT

by Robert Ben Garant & Thomas Lennon

The only compass readers will ever need to navigate the treacherous waters of filmmaking. Full review >

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NONFICTION

BRAIN BUGS

by Dean Buonomano

Intriguing take on behavioral economics, marketing and human foibles. Full review >

FULL REVIEW >

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