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A Bold Fresh Piece of Humanity
Bill O'Reilly
Broadway, 2008
A Bold Fresh Piece of Humanity
I find Mr. O'Reilly's books very interesting and informative, from culture to fiction. This book is a wonderful insight into his growing up years and his personal development. Great read!
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Big Russ and Me: Father and Son: Lessons of Life
Tim Russert
Miramax, 2005
Wholesome Reading
A personal story of the relationship between a father and his son. This story personifies what a father/son relationship should be. The values of the father handed down to the son serve to bring that son into manhood and establish his outlook on life, his ethics and ...
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sTORI Telling
Tori Spelling
Simon Spotlight, 2008
Great Read. very funny
Never was a fan of Tori, until i saw her show on oxygen. Bought this book because i was craving more of her. This book didn't dissapoint. It was a great read and went quick. The pictures in it just topped it off.
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The Hunger Games
Suzanne Collins
Scholastic Press, 2008
Very Good
Stephenie Meyer is incredible! I LOVE her books and now she has me addicted to a completely different writter. The Hunger Games is absolutly amazing. Im not the typical person who would read it (22, 2 kids and married) but I with out a doubt would recommend this to ...
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Supreme Courtship
Christopher Buckley
Twelve, 2008
Satire at its finest
I had a hearty chortle at least once every other page.
Yes, Christopher is a formulaic writer, but I love his style. You can almost see the screen play writing itself as you read.
Buy this book and laugh a lot.
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Star Wars: A Pop-Up Guide to the Galaxy
Matthew Reinhart
Orchard Books, 2007
Best Star Wars product ever
There isn't much else to be said that the other reviews don't say - clearly this is a winner. There is something magical about a non techie item that reveres the tech filled star wars universe. During Hurricane Ike in Tx, we had no power for nearly a week and my kids ...
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The Dirt: Confessions of the World's Most Notorious Rock Band
Tommy Lee, Vince Neil, ...
HarperEntertainment, 2002
Amazing
I just finished reading the The Dirt and it was, honest to God, one of the most compelling books I have ever read. I am a huge Motley Crue fan but the great thing about this book is that you don't have to be a fan, heck you don't even have to like music to enjoy this ...
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Audition: A Memoir
Barbara Walters
Knopf, 2008
Audition
I've read two-thirds of Audition, and did a 180 degree turn in my opinion of Ms. Walters. Her life as a young girl echoes much of mine, with the exception of the financial security. Perhaps it was the time of "children are to be seen, not heard," that made her into a ...
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The Glass Castle: A Memoir
Jeannette Walls
Scribner, 2006
The Glass Castle is an excellent book
I loved this book--absolutely riveting. The author is so matter-of-fact about her ordeal and defines true success in life. I'm in awe of her drive and ambition through the toughest times.
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The Heroin Diaries: A Year in the Life of a Shattered Rock Star
Nikki Sixx
Pocket Books, 2007
Oh My God !
This book was amazing.
I have always been a big Motley Crue fan but after reading this,screw the Crue!
It's Nikki all the way.
He is fantastic.
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Wilfrid Gordon McDonald Partridge (Public Television Storytime Books)
Mem Fox
Kane/Miller Book Publishers, 1989
Great for the 100th day of school!
I use this book as part of my 100th day of school celebration. It helps my k students to have empathy for the elderly. We also discuss what they may look like when they are 100. Wonderful illustrations - typical Mem Fox style - perfect! Love it!
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Ultimate Handbook (Pokemon)
Cris Silvestri
Scholastic Inc., 2008
Must have!!
My boys, 8 and 9, are really interested in Pokemon, particularly the video games and card collecting. I purchased one "Pocket Pokedex" book for them while on vacation this Summer and it proved to be the most desired and used item since. I actually had to replace the ...
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Born Standing Up: A Comic's Life
Steve Martin
Scribner, 2007
Big Laughs, Big Heart
I adore Steve Martin's work. I grew up watching his brilliantly nonsensical movies informed by classic literature and art. I revel in his physical comedy, and I had a good time watching Picasso at the Lapin Agile. Don't tell anyone, but as kids, my brother and I ...
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How to Draw Pokemon
Tracey West
Scholastic Paperbacks, 2003
cute - but for older kids
i got this for my 6yr old nephew and he loved it but it was too advanced for him.
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All the Pretty Horses
Cormac Mccarthy
Vintage, 1993
Definitely a Acquired Taste
I have looked at some of the reviews here, and am a bit surprised as the number of people who hated this book. It is a challenge to read, but this is no "Ulysses." The main themes can be understood with a little careful attention. Some have compared McCarthy's style to ...
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