Performing Arts
Bell acknowledges that he’s taken liberties, but his unexpectedly gripping account of the early 1990s cable television scene makes for compelling reading.
Country fans, especially Willie Nelson devotees, will devour this down-to-earth yet inspiring account of an unbreakable bond between brother and sister. [See Prepub Alert, 4/1/20.]
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Who Is Alex Trebek? A Biography
With Trebek’s public battle with pancreatic cancer, it’s hard not to ascribe a eulogistic tone to this work. Nevertheless, Rogak’s work is a well-crafted biography that will especially appeal to Jeopardy! fans.
Great for readers who have a basic knowledge of American history and seek to deepen that knowledge through the incorporation of jazz history.
There’s much to ponder here for a variety of readers, from nostalgia buffs to those seeking exciting new discoveries.
Strongly recommended for fans of the era’s music and those interested in pop culture history.
PREMIUM
Limelight: Rush in the ’80s
Popoff’s treasure trove of enlightening and entertaining glimpses into the workings of three complex individuals combined into a cohesive unit will appeal to anyone with even a casual interest in Rush. One misses some of the familial and folksy connections in volume one, but readers will eagerly await the conclusion of this impressive endeavor.
An enjoyable memoir that offers lessons on filmmaking, what counts as success in Hollywood, and the magic of film.
A must for any fan of Goodfellas, Scorsese, or movies in general. [See “Turn the Page,” p. 18.]
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