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LIVE FROM MY STUDIO

by Edie Baskin

A sumptuous and revelatory collection of 20th-century iconography. Full review >

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THE ART OF BEING AN ARTIST

by Bianca Berends

A visually dazzling artistic odyssey, full of sharp insights and warmhearted encouragement. Full review >

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SHAKESPEARE MEETS THE BUDDHA

by Edward Dickey

An absorbing and elegantly written examination of the spiritual wisdom in Shakespeare. Full review >

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THE EPIC SAGA BEHIND FRANKENSTEIN: THE TRUE STORY

by Sam Irvin

A lively and enthusiastic in-depth exploration of an obscure TV horror classic. Full review >

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COLLATERAL STARDUST

by Nikki Nash

A dazzling kiss-and-tell that brings vintage Hollywood to life. Full review >

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A GUIDE TO JAZZ IN JAPAN

by Michael Pronko

An excellent book for readers interested in international jazz and Japanese culture. Full review >

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