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Low-life writer and unrepentant alcoholic Henry Chinaski was born to survive. After decades of slacking off at low-paying dead-end jobs, blowing his cash on booze and women, and scrimping by in flea-bitten apartments, Chinaski sees his poetic star rising at last. Now, at fifty, he is reveling in...

Nancy Friday's groundbreaking books My Secret Garden and Forbidden Flowers offered an unprecedentedly detailed and honest look at the inner fantasy lives of ordinary women. In Women on Top, Friday returns to this topic, collecting detailed sexual fantasies from over 150 contemporary women from diverse backgrounds. Based on intimate personal interviews and letters, this book updates the conversation opened in her earlier works on women's sexual fantasies, detailing how women's erotic lives have changed over the past few decades - and remained the same.

With humor and honesty, Girls on Film looks at the good, the bad, and the unfairly written women in film. A celebration of the power of cinema and the hidden messages within media and culture, this collection of personal essays explores the women who inspired and confused a young film enthusiast.

The Moving Picture Girls Snowbound is the third installment in the charming young adult series by Laura Lee Hope, best known as the author of The Bobbsey Twins. First published in 1914, this delightful story continues the adventures of sisters Ruth and Alice DeVere, along with the spirited crew of the Comet Film Company, as they navigate the early days of silent filmmaking. In this volume, the company journeys to a remote lodge in upstate New York to capture picturesque winter scenes for their latest motion picture.

What if you could learn from the most inspiring women in the filmmaking industry? L'Oréal Paris is proud to present its new exclusive podcast, the Lights on Women's Worth Podcast. As inequalities persist in the cinematic world, L'Oréal Paris has created the Lights on Women's Worth Award, an award that showcases the talented female filmmakers of tomorrow. And as change starts with representation, we are glad to welcome on this podcast women who have shaped the realm of cinema. Discover the empowering messages of Jane Fonda, Viola Davis, Elle Fanning, and more by subscribing to the podcast on ...

All women co-hosts chat about amazing work by women in the film and TV fields of acting, directing, cinematography, special effects, and more. Check out the curated watch lists each month, with snack suggestions by episode, and chat your favorite picks on Hot Redhead Media social channels on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter X.

Kiss Tomorrow Goodbye: The Barbara Payton Story is the only family-authorized biography of the late Hollywood actress whose promising film career in the 1950s was quickly overtaken by a disastrous and scandal-ridden personal life that left her career in ashes. Barbara Payton’s story has long been considered one of the saddest and most potent cautionary tales the town has ever known.

Nothing like a rocky start between enemy coworkers stuck together on location to prove that love isn't just a ploy for ratings—it's a force of nature. Alia Dunn has finally gotten her big break. After years of working her way up at TV's top outdoor travel channel, she gets the green light from...

Women on Deadline is a podcast created to energize and unite female journalists, providing them w/ everything they need to move forward in the industry & break the glass ceiling. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fans of the Hallmark Channel and Gilmore Girls will adore this delightful rom‑com about a city girl who goes in search of small-town happiness, only to discover life—and love—are nothing like the TV movies. Emerging journalist Adina Gellar is done with dating in New York City. If she’s...

"Women On Screen Out Loud" showcases female & non-binary voices from all sides of the camera. Each episode features a personal essay composed and read aloud by dynamic professionals in the film & television industry, followed by a brief interview that delves deeper into their inspirations and career journeys. Join hosts Lara Jean Chorostecki & Jennifer Pogue as they explore the diverse paths and purposes of being a Woman on Screen, however that takes shape across the gender spectrum.

Breaking down Amazon Women on the Moon, segment by segment.

Latina co-hosts/sisters, Alma and Dalia, discuss horror movies weekly. We talk about the absolutely ridiculous gorey bits, and of course the fun and tired plot lines. We have fun, but we also dig into those introspective moments and societal themes, along with the intersectionality of horror with your everyday life. Expect tons of spoilers!

What makes Buffy the Vampire Slayer a "brave dame" but Ally McBeal a "wimpette"? In this witty, incisive look at the role of women on screen and page, Susan Isaacs argues that assertive, ethical women characters are losing ground to wounded, shallow sisters who are driven by what she calls, "the articles of wimpette philosophy."

Sharon Marie Tate Polanski (January 24, 1943 - August 9, 1969) was an American actress and model who appeared in advertisements and small television and film roles. After receiving positive reviews for her comedic and dramatic acting performances, Tate was hailed as one of Hollywood's most promising newcomers, being compared favorably with the late Marilyn Monroe. Her first major role was as Jennifer North in the 1967 American drama film Valley of the Dolls, which earned her a Golden Globe Award nomination.