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New and Notable Nonfiction for July (page 2)


Cover art for SHOCK VALUE
NONFICTION
Released: July 11, 2011

"An engrossing look at an important cultural moment and a valuable addition to the canon of popular film history."
An entertaining history of the metamorphosis of the horror film during the 1970s from a cult genre to a major part of mainstream Hollywood. Read full book review >
Cover art for INSIDE SCIENTOLOGY
NONFICTION
Released: July 5, 2011

"A bizarre and complicated history told with masterful control."
Thoroughly engrossing page-turner on the shape-shifting Church of Scientology and its despotic, possibly criminal hierarchy. Read full book review >
Cover art for WRITING MOVIES FOR FUN AND PROFIT
NONFICTION
Released: July 5, 2011

"The only compass readers will ever need to navigate the treacherous waters of filmmaking."
A hilarious and helpful insider's guide to launching a successful writing career in Hollywood. Read full book review >
Cover art for GROWING UP AMISH
NONFICTION
Released: July 1, 2011

"Boldly goes where many Amish chronicles fear to tread: the exodus of members seeking an unencumbered lifestyle."
An affecting memoir from a former Old Order Amish member who abandoned his structured family life for autonomy in the free world. Read full book review >
Cover art for THE MAINE SUMMERS COOKBOOK
NONFICTION
Released: July 1, 2011

"Haute cuisine from Isle au Haut."
Tiny Isle au Haut—winter population 60—off the coast of Maine makes a big splash when a stellar mother-daughter cooking duo team up to bring readers blue-ribbon formulas for great summer eating. Read full book review >
Cover art for MY CHILD IS SICK!
NONFICTION
Released: July 1, 2011

"An excellent resource that will help all parents rest a little easier at night."
An immensely helpful medical guide that won't just sit on the shelf. Read full book review >