Avid Reader

Author : Robert Gottlieb
Publisher : Farrar, Straus and Giroux
Page : 352 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2016-09-13
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9780374713904

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Avid Reader by Robert Gottlieb Pdf

A spirited and revealing memoir by the most celebrated editor of his time After editing The Columbia Review, staging plays at Cambridge, and a stint in the greeting-card department of Macy's, Robert Gottlieb stumbled into a job at Simon and Schuster. By the time he left to run Alfred A. Knopf a dozen years later, he was the editor in chief, having discovered and edited Catch-22 and The American Way of Death, among other bestsellers. At Knopf, Gottlieb edited an astonishing list of authors, including Toni Morrison, John Cheever, Doris Lessing, John le Carré, Michael Crichton, Lauren Bacall, Katharine Graham, Robert Caro, Nora Ephron, and Bill Clinton--not to mention Bruno Bettelheim and Miss Piggy. In Avid Reader, Gottlieb writes with wit and candor about succeeding William Shawn as the editor of The New Yorker, and the challenges and satisfactions of running America's preeminent magazine. Sixty years after joining Simon and Schuster, Gottlieb is still at it--editing, anthologizing, and, to his surprise, writing. But this account of a life founded upon reading is about more than the arc of a singular career--one that also includes a lifelong involvement with the world of dance. It's about transcendent friendships and collaborations, "elective affinities" and family, psychoanalysis and Bakelite purses, the alchemical relationship between writer and editor, the glory days of publishing, and--always--the sheer exhilaration of work. Photograph of Bob Gottlieb © by Jill Krementz

Author : Patricia Bracewell
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 448 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2015-02-05
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780698164529

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The Price of Blood by Patricia Bracewell Pdf

Menaced by Vikings and enemies at court, Queen Emma defends her children and her crown in a riveting medieval adventure Readers first met Emma of Normandy in Patricia Bracewell’s gripping debut novel, Shadow on the Crown. Unwillingly thrust into marriage to England’s King Æthelred, Emma has given the king a son and heir, but theirs has never been a happy marriage. In The Price of Blood, Bracewell returns to 1006 when a beleaguered Æthelred, still haunted by his brother’s ghost, governs with an iron fist and a royal policy that embraces murder. As tensions escalate and enmities solidify, Emma forges alliances to protect her young son from ambitious men—even from the man she loves. In the north there is treachery brewing, and when Viking armies ravage England, loyalties are shattered and no one is safe from the sword. Rich with intrigue, compelling personalities, and fascinating detail about a little-known period in history, The Price of Blood will captivate fans of both historical fiction and fantasy novels such as George R. R. Martin’s Game of Thrones series.

Author : Frances Brody
Publisher : Macmillan
Page : 368 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2016-09-13
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781466875708

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Death of an Avid Reader by Frances Brody Pdf

An intricate plot set in the 1920s English countryside and Frances Brody's "refreshingly complex heroine" (Kirkus) Kate Shackleton make Death of an Avid Reader an absorbing 6th installment in this mystery, perfect for fans of Jacqueline Winspear and Agatha Christie. The Search for a Daughter Lady Coulton gave up the baby that would have ruined her marriage, born when Lord Coulton was abroad. Now that her husband is dying, she asks Kate to find Sophia. A Haunted Library It is forty years since the ghost of a dead librarian haunted the old library, yet the stories have begun again. Kate does not believe in ghosts but obligingly takes part in a ceremony to expel the restless spirit. Shockingly, there is a body in the basement, strangled, and covered in dusty volumes from a fallen bookcase. It is Dr. Potter, a mathematician. A Killer on the Loose Dr. Potter’s body is taken away. The police find a sick man sheltering in the basement. He is an Italian, Umberto, an organ grinder and owner of a lively Capuchin monkey. Umberto becomes the prime suspect and will be charged with murder. Kate goes with Umberto to the infirmary. But he is too weak to be a suspect. And now Kate must set out to find the real culprit...

Author : Stuart Hill
Publisher : Scholastic Inc.
Page : 558 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2011-05-01
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9780545381345

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Cry of the Icemark (The Icemark Chronicles, Book 1) by Stuart Hill Pdf

An epic, highly acclaimed fantasy that has just been optioned as a feature film by Fox 2000!The Icemark is a kingdom in grave danger. Its king has been killed in battle, its enemy lies in wait, and its fate rests on the shoulders of one girl. Thirrin Freer Strong-in-the-Arm Lindenshield, a beautiful princess and an intrepid warrior, must find a way to protect her land from a terrible invasion. She will forge an extraordinary alliance of noble Snow Leopards, ancient Vampires, and ferocious Wolf-folk. She will find unexpected strength in her friendship with a young warlock. And she will lead her allies to victory with her fierce battle cry: "Blood! Blast! And Fire!"

Author : Andrew McMillen
Publisher : ReadHowYouWant
Page : 328 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2014-10-03
Category : Music
ISBN : 1459687345

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Talking Smack by Andrew McMillen Pdf

Honest, intimate conversations with some of Australia's best musicians, including Paul Kelly, Gotye, Tina Arena, Phil Jamieson, Steve Kilbey, Mick Harvey and Holly Throsby. Of all the creative industries, the starkest and most distinct link between drug use and creativity lies within music. The two elements seem to be intertwined, inseparable; that mythical phrase 'sex, drugs and rock and roll' has been bandied about with a wink and a grin for decades. But is it all smoke and mirrors, or does that cliché ring true for some of our best - known artists? In this fascinating new book, journalist Andrew McMillen talks with Australian musicians about their thoughts on - and experiences with - illicit, prescription and legal drugs. Through a series of in - depth and intimate interviews, he tells the stories of musicians who, like Paul Kelly, bit into the forbidden fruit and avoided choking. This isn't to say that stories of ruin and redemption are avoided - they're not. But, by having conversations about a subject that's rarely discussed in public, and much less often dealt with honestly, McMillen explores the truths of a contentious topic that isn't going away. Talking Smack is a timely and thought - provoking must - read, and includes interviews with some of our most successful and creative musicians: Paul Kelly Wally de Backer (Gotye) Steve Kilbey (The Church) Phil Jamieson (Grinspoon) Tina Arena Spencer P. Jones (Beasts of Bourbon) Mick Harvey (ex Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds) Lindy Morrison (The Go - Betweens) Ian Haug (Powderfinger) Bertie Blackman Tim Levinson (Urthboy) Holly Throsby Jon Toogood (Shihad) Jake Stone (Bluejuice)

Author : Patrick Weekes
Publisher : 47north
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2013
Category : Elves
ISBN : 1477848207

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The Palace Job by Patrick Weekes Pdf

Loch is seeking revenge. It would help if she wasn't in jail. The plan: to steal a priceless elven manuscript that once belonged to her family, but now is in the hands of the most powerful man in the Republic. To do so Loch--former soldier, former prisoner, current fugitive--must assemble a crack team of magical misfits that includes a cynical illusionist, a shapeshifting unicorn, a repentant death priestess, a talking magical warhammer, and a lad with seemingly no skills to help her break into the floating fortress of Heaven's Spire and the vault that holds her family's treasure--all while eluding the unrelenting pursuit of Justicar Pyvic, whose only mission is to see the law upheld. What could possibly go wrong? The Palace Job is a funny, action-packed, high-fantasy heist caper in the tradition of Scott Lynch's Gentleman Bastards series, from debut author Patrick Weekes.

Author : Seema Bharti
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 210 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2018-06-15
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9387649717

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Mahabharat's Stories by Seema Bharti Pdf

I travel with time back and forth I witness the rise and fall of kings Humans become big and small with their deeds irrespective of their birth What is created is bound to perish with time All is left behind are lessons to be learnt. Pandavs are a set of five step-brothers married to the same woman, Draupadi. She is the most powerful female character and becomes the pivot point of the battle. The brothers are led by Arjun, who is one of them. Krishna is the mentor who grooms his protégé Arjun for the battle against injustice. While Arjun is reluctant and guilt ridden to fight relations for the sake of a kingdom, Krishna explains to him his duty as a warrior and human being.

Author : Prudence Emery
Publisher : Cormorant Books
Page : 210 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2020-04-25
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781770865280

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Nanaimo Girl by Prudence Emery Pdf

“Reading Nanaimo Girl is like enjoying a martini or three with Auntie Mame. The stories are colourful, global, boozy and just cheeky enough to make you envious — and at the same time a little concerned.” — Dana Gee, Vancouver Sun Born in Nanaimo, British Columbia in the 1930s, Prudence Emery was expected to do the right things, but shattered family expectations by going to art school in London, England, where studies sometimes took a back seat to partying. And then she found herself in the world of celebrities. From Expo 67 in Montreal to the press office at London's Savoy Hotel, Prudence met the likes of Twiggy, Noël Coward, Louis Armstrong, Petula Clark, Liza Minelli, and Edward Albee. She escorted David Frost to an interview with Sheikh Mujibar Rahman and arranged for Pierre Trudeau to attend a party where he met Barbra Streisand for the first time. It was a world so rich with stories that the Canadian Press wrote, "If ever a job was tailor-made for a book of memoirs, Prudence Emery has it." But it was just the beginning. A new career as a film publicist spanned decades and introduced her to some of Hollywood's biggest names, from Sophia Loren to Jennifer Lopez, from Peter O'Toole to Matt Damon. She worked with Nicolas Cage when he was a nervous teenager and later when he was an outgoing superstar. And she was a frequent colleague of famed director David Cronenberg. Nanaimo Girl is the story of a life well lived and an encouragement to all, young and old, to get out, defy expectations, and have a rip-roaring good time.

Author : L. D. Landau,G. B. Rumer
Publisher : Courier Corporation
Page : 80 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2013-01-23
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780486163482

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What Is Relativity? by L. D. Landau,G. B. Rumer Pdf

Written by a Nobel Prize physicist and his colleague, this compelling book uses familiar objects (trains, rulers, clocks) to illuminate the more subtle aspects of relativity. 23 illustrations. 1959 edition.

Author : Skip Press
Publisher : Career PressInc
Page : 223 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 1995
Category : Reference
ISBN : 1564141527

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How to Write what You Want and Sell what You Write by Skip Press Pdf

Not loaded with theory, Skip's invaluable book contains concise, easily understood and applied advice for both writing and marketing any kind of book, article, story, play, screen-play, report, proposal or anything else you can think of.How to Write What You Want and Sell What You Write is for every writer or wannabe who needs to sort out his or her desires, capabilities and strengths and, even more importantly, learn the particular formats for the kind of writing in which he or she is interested.

Author : Lucy Calkins,Christine Holley
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2015-09
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0325077029

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Becoming Avid Readers by Lucy Calkins,Christine Holley Pdf

Author : Jesse Loring
Publisher : Jesse Loring
Page : 92 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2022-12-20
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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Avid Reader by Jesse Loring Pdf

Ray Campbell has a life. It's not a life he wants. It is the life he has. He works at a job which he likes well enough. It pays the bills and gets him out of the house. When he's not working, he spends his downtime reading because...what else is he going to do? He's not missing anything. He'd rather be at home indulging in the imaginary world of men's adventure novels by one of his new favorite authors. Ben Scott has his hands full with his coffee shop. Business is good...but not great. In an effort to suppliment his income to take his shop to the next level, he spends his evenings writing. His author income eases the financial pinch but it leaves no time for a social life. He doesn't need or want one, anyway. He's happy with the main character as the stand in for a perfect man. A last-minute meeting cancellation leaves Ray alone at a little cafe with some of the best coffee he's had. The company is nice, too, since the easy-on-the-eyes owner also happens to be the author of his favorite men's adventure series. With every electric touch, two solitary men find themselves drawn together in a web of attraction and desire, each fulfilling a secret need in the other. Until a bozo-brain decides to pull a knife and kill the mood. After Ray thwarts the robbery attempt, Ben's gratitude turns into a dinner invitation. Dinner turns into...a pleasant diversion. Their attraction is hot enough to break Ben's dreaded writer's block. But are either men ready for that next step or is this just two ships looking to ease their lonely nights? This standalone 20k word instalove novella has a ex-military security supervisor and a talented coffee shop owner looking to make his mark writing books, who are determined to find their HEA.

Author : Alan Bennett
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2022-12-27
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781250907738

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The Uncommon Reader by Alan Bennett Pdf

From one of England’s most celebrated writers, a funny and superbly observed novella about the Queen of England and the subversive power of reading When her corgis stray into a mobile library parked near Buckingham Palace, the Queen feels duty-bound to borrow a book. Discovering the joy of reading widely (from J. R. Ackerley, Jean Genet, and Ivy Compton-Burnett to the classics) and intelligently, she finds that her view of the world changes dramatically. Abetted in her newfound obsession by Norman, a young man from the royal kitchens, the Queen comes to question the prescribed order of the world and loses patience with the routines of her role as monarch. Her new passion for reading initially alarms the palace staff and soon leads to surprising and very funny consequences for the country at large. With the poignant and mischievous wit of The History Boys, England’s best-loved author Alan Bennett revels in the power of literature to change even the most uncommon reader’s life.

Author : Frost Kay
Publisher : Renegade Publishing
Page : 302 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2021-10-11
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 1736709054

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Court of Dragons by Frost Kay Pdf

A Court of Dragons is the first book in a new fantasy romance series, inspired by Beauty and the Beast with Reylo vibes. It's perfect for fans of A Deal with The Elf King and The Bridge Kingdom.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 74 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Arts surveys
ISBN : UOM:39015064117016

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Reading at Risk by Anonim Pdf