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No singer has been more mythologized and more misunderstood than jazz legend Billie Holiday, who helped to create much of the mystique herself with her autobiography, Lady Sings the Blues - and this authentic biography sets the record straight. Donald Clarke was given unrivaled access to a treasure trove of interviews from the 1970s with those who knew Lady Day in all stages of her short, tragic life - from her childhood in the streets and good-time houses of Baltimore, through the early days of success in New York and the years of fame, to her tragic decline.

On Christmas Eve, 1818, in a small Austrian village, a local Catholic priest and a church organist composed a Christmas carol that changed the course of holiday music forever. Exactly two hundred years later, it’s not the holiday season until you’ve heard “Silent Night” in the car, at the store and on TV – all in the same day.

In Jingle Bell Pop, John Seabrook, acclaimed author of The Song Machine, takes us deep inside the holiday music business. We go behind the scenes to meet some of the producers, songwriters and recording artists responsible for the timeless tunes we hear on repeat between Thanksgiving and Christmas every year.

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Mercy Thompson is a shapeshifter, and while she was raised by werewolves, she can never be one of them, especially after the pack ran her off for having a forbidden love affair. So she’s turned her talent for fixing cars into a business and now runs a one-woman mechanic shop in the Tri-Cities area of Washington State.

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Authors Jack Campbell and Elizabeth Moon discuss fact vs. fiction in science fiction and fantasy; reviving old series and bringing new series to an end; steampunk; and much more.

The novel tells the story of a journey to the Moon undertaken by the two protagonists: a businessman narrator, Mr. Bedford; and an eccentric scientist, Mr. Cavor. Bedford and Cavor discover that the Moon is inhabited by a sophisticated extraterrestrial civilisation of insect-like creatures they call "Selenites". - Summary by Cliff Stone

On the moon, Ronin Hayashi trains to protect the colonies from the inevitable invasion of the machines. While he prepares to stand his ground, Sergeant Tadhg Walsh is planning an escape mission to deliver a weapon to the resistance on Earth. At Neptune Station, Captain Akira Hayashi and Shadow Squad have returned from a deadly journey into enemy territory where they learn the machines are building an army at an astonishing rate. After continued attempts to contact the Lunar Defense Corps for help, Shadow Squad accepts the hard truth—the LDC isn’t coming.

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From Moon Unit Zappa, the daughter of musical visionary Frank Zappa, comes a memoir of growing up in her unconventional household in 1970s Los Angeles, coming of age in the Hollywood Hills in the 1980s as the “Valley Girl,” gaining momentum as an accidental VJ on a new network called MTV...

Step into the whimsical world of Honey-Moon, a delightful Restoration-era romantic comedy penned by the talented playwright John Tobin. Tragically, Tobins rise to fame was cut short as he succumbed to illness just before his last play, “The Honeymoon,” was set to grace the stage of Drury Lane. Despite his misfortunes, this enchanting script, infused with the charm of fairy tales and echoes of Shakespeare’s “Taming of the Shrew,” captivated audiences throughout the 19th century. Join us as we explore the humor and romance woven into Tobins work, brought to life by a talented cast led ...

Step into a whimsical world with Emperor of the Moon, a delightful restoration farce by a talented female playwright. Join Doctor Baliardo, a Neapolitan philosopher utterly captivated by the Moons mysteries. His obsession leads him to imagine a lunar realm, complete with its own inhabitants and governance, causing him to reject the suitors of his beloved daughter Elaria and niece Bellemante—two charming nephews of the Viceroy—believing them mere earthly beings. Experience the humor and intrigue as love battles against the backdrop of philosophical folly.

Welcome to a planet that boasts a thousand moons, yet its true claim to fame lies in its horrific wildlife—an array of vicious, deadly creatures like no other in the universe. The atmosphere is eerily pleasant, if you can overlook the constant cacophony of screams echoing through the air. To make matters worse, you find yourself at the mercy of the galaxys most infamous space pirate. Things arent looking great for Lance Kenniston and his Jovian sidekick right now. - Summary by Phil Chenevert

Join Professor Curtis Page as he presents a captivating edition of the Lovell translation of a groundbreaking science fiction classic by Cyrano de Bergerac. This whimsical tale is often seen as a precursor to the adventurous narratives of Jules Verne and the broader French sci-fi genre. It is a visionary utopian novel that explores the wonders of space travel, featuring rocket-powered flight and encounters with extraterrestrial beings. - Summary by Peter Tucker

In a thrilling journey through the vastness of space, join Jerry Foster as he hurtles toward the Moon, only to find himself ensnared by a brutal civilization that worships a nightmarish deity. Faced with the horrifying prospect of being offered as a living sacrifice to Oong, their mesmerizing yet repulsive god, Jerry must summon all his courage to survive. (Summary by Charles W. Diffin)

Journey into the world of Garrett Putnam Serviss (1851-1929), a pioneering astronomer, popular science writer, and visionary of early science fiction. With a remarkable ability to simplify complex scientific concepts for the everyday reader, Serviss captivated audiences with his passion for astronomy‚Aîeight of his fifteen published works delve into this fascinating field. His influence on the publics understanding of astronomy was unparalleled in his time. Beyond his literary pursuits, Serviss was an avid mountain climber, famously conquering the Matterhorn at age 43 in a quest to ...

In The Moon and Sixpence, William Somerset Maugham crafts a captivating tale inspired by the life of the renowned painter Paul Gauguin. Through the eyes of a first-person narrator, we delve into the tumultuous journey of Charles Strickland, a middle-aged English stockbroker who makes the shocking decision to leave behind his family in pursuit of his true passion art. This episodic novel offers profound insights into Stricklands mind and soul, exploring the complexities of creativity and the sacrifices made for artistic fulfillment. (Summary by Wikipedia)

From the depths of the unknown, a mysterious new satellite emerges, beckoning three brave Earthlings to embark on thrilling adventures beyond their wildest dreams. (Summary by Charles Diffin)

The legendary tale of industrial strength pranking, drumming, '70’s excess, big laughs, desperation, and The Who performed with gusto by Karl Howman. Set in London, LA, and on tour with one of the world’s greatest live rock bands, The Who.

Robert Turolds obsession with reviving an ancient English title leads him down an ominous path. Just as he is about to claim his heritage, he is mysteriously murdered, with fingers pointed towards his daughter. Strangely, she too vanishes after Roberts shocking revelation of her illegitimacy. The question remains - who was behind Roberts death? What secrets did his manservant Thalassa hold? Join us, as we unravel this riveting mystery.