This book will change the way you think about success. Producer of television’s iconic Degrassi franchise Stephen Stohn tells stories from behind the scenes and of making it in the music and television world in this star-studded, rock...
Film, television and performing arts
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Author:Stohn, Stephen, Ward, Christopher, Gero, MartinSummary: - Author:Paul, WilliamSummary:
There was a time when seeing a movie meant more than seeing a film. The theater itself helped shape the perception of events onscreen. This multilayered history tells the story of American film through the evolution of theater...
- Author:Peppiatt, FrankSummary:
He created Hee Haw, the number-one show on TV. He wrote and produced variety shows for Jackie Gleason, Andy Williams, Judy Garland, Julie Andrews, Sonny and Cher, and Perry Como. He invented the rock TV show Hullabaloo...
- Author:Davis, WilliamSummary:
One of the most iconic villains in the history of television, the enigmatic Cigarette Smoking Man fascinated legions of fans of the 1990s’ hit TV series, The X-Files. Best known as “Cancerman,” he was voted Television’s...
- Author:Witherspoon, ReeseSummary:
Academy award-winning actress, producer, and entrepreneur Reese Witherspoon invites you into her world, where she infuses the southern style, parties, and traditions she loves with contemporary flair and charm. Reese Witherspoon's...
- Author:Johnson, AnjelahSummary:
Anjelah Johnson-Reyes recounts funny stories from her journey--from growing up caught between two worlds to unexpectedly embracing faith to her many adventures in dating. These stories explore subjects such as navigating your racial...
- Author:Jensen Shaffer, JodySummary:
How did Jackie Chan become one of the most recognizable and beloved actors in the world? Find out in this exciting biography of this martial artist turned international film superstar. When Kong-sang was a young boy in Hong Kong, he...
- Author:Medina, NicoSummary:
Learn how this Emmy-winning host, producer, and television personality became the world's most famous drag queen. RuPaul Andre Charles always knew he was meant to be a performer. Even as a young child, he loved to dress up and...
- Author:Burk, Graeme, Smith, RobertSummary:
The ultimate guide to the world’s longest-running science fiction series
Who is the Doctor is a fun and insightful episode guide that explores all facets of Doctor Who’s triumphant return to television...
- Author:Pollack, Pam.Summary:
Clue: A former journalist who became the beloved host of America's favorite game show and quiz competition. Answer: Who Was Alex Trebek? , the latest title in the #1 New York Times Best-Selling series. Born in Ontario, Canada,...
- Author:Sutherland, Tui.Summary:
Every kid has heard of Harry Houdini, the famous magician who could escape from handcuffs, jail cells, and locked trunks. But do they know that the ever-ambitious and adventurous Houdini was also a famous movie star and the first pilot...
- Author:Pollack, Pamela D.Summary:
Who doesn't love Lucy' The legendary actress, producer, and comedian steps into the Who Was' spotlight. Much like her hit TV show, I Love Lucy, Americans in the 1950s fell in love with Lucy. Born in New York in 1911,...
- Author:Bailey, DianeSummary:
Learn how Fred Rogers, a minister and musician from Pennsylvania, became one of America's most beloved television personalities and everyone's favorite neighbor. Even though he's best known for his successful PBS series Mister Rogers'...
- Author:Stewart, WhitneySummary:
Walt Disney always loved to entertain people. Often it got him into trouble. Once he painted pictures with tar on the side of his family's white house. His family was poor, and the happiest time of his childhood was spent living on...
- Author:Burk, Graeme, Smith, RobertSummary:
Travel through space and time with this guide to 50 years of Doctor Who. Doctor Who has been a television phenomenon since it began 50 years ago on November 23, 1963. But of all the hundreds of televised stories, which are the...
- Author:Kaling, MindySummary:
Since the publication of her much-loved first book, Mindy Kaling's life has changed significantly. Back then, she played Kelly Kapoor, a supporting character on the popular series, The Office. Now Mindy is the creator, producer, writer...
- Author:de Semlyen, NickSummary:
Featuring comedy legends Bill Murray, Steve Martin, Chevy Chase, John Belushi, Dan Aykroyd, and Eddie Murphy, and covering fan favorites such as Animal House, Caddyshack, and Ghostbusters, the behind-the-scenes story of the iconic...
- Author:Barrymore, DrewSummary:
Award-winning actress Drew Barrymore shares funny, insightful, and profound stories from her past and present told from the place of happiness she's achieved today. Wildflower is a portrait of Drew's life in stories as she...
- Author:Smith, WillSummary:
One of the most dynamic and globally recognized entertainment forces of our time opens up fully about his life, in a brave and inspiring book that traces his learning curve to a place where outer success, inner happiness, and human...
- Author:Martindale, WinkSummary:
Mr. Game Show, Wink Martindale, tells about his secret for success in Hollywood's fast lane. He takes us on a journey from Jackson, Tennessee to Tinseltown and lets us peek behind curtains of game shows, radio programs, concerts,...
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