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Sharifah talks about representation in SF/F and captain of Book Riot’s In Reading Color newsletter Erica Ezeifedi recommends great BIPOC SF/F. Subscribe to the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify. To get even more SF/F news and recs, sign up for our Swords and Spaceships newsletter!. Learn something...

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On the occasion of the 30th anniversary of the theatrical release of The Shawshank Redemption, here is our Book Nerd Movie Club episode about the novella and film. A classic. Subscribe to the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify. For more industry news, sign up for our Today in...

THE SHAWSHANK REDEMPTION at 30

Before I dive into your bi-weekly mystery goodness—new releases, trope-inspired backlist recommendations, and news—I have a streaming rec if you’re in the mood for a ridiculous crime/action/comedy: Jackpot (Prime). It stars Awkwafina and John Cena and is directed by Paul Feig (Spy, Bridesmaids, Ghostbusters). It’s set in a near-future California where, if you win the lottery (billions of dollars), whoever kills you before sundown gets the money. It was the absurd, turn-my-brain-off-and-enjoy-something kind of watch that I needed. And now it’s definitely time for a rewatch of Spy and Ghostbusters (2016).

Quirky Family Mystery, Did They Or Didn’t They Mysteries, News + More Mystery & Thrillers!

Fantasy books are often published in trilogies or series. We delve into each one’s universe and analyze the magic system, which demands extensive details. As a result, many fantasy books must be part of a series, with the story continuing in several parts. For example, consider the Lord of the Rings series, which is divided into several volumes.

8 Books from Fantasy Series That Can Work as Standalones

This week, Trisha recommends one book to dive into if you want to learn more about the U.S. electoral process (and one book to read if you need a complete break from it). Subscribe to All the Books! using RSS, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify and never miss a beat book.

All the Backlist! August 23, 2024

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In the mid-1970s, Good Timesmade a star of actor/comedian Jimmy 'JJ'/'Dynomite' Walker. However, behind the scenes, the tension between the stars was relatively challenging. According to what Jimmie Walker once relayed, most of the show's cast rarely had any interaction behind the camera. Walker didn't recall having any conversations with actress Esther Rolle, who played his TV mother, Florida Evans, or actor John Amos, who played James Evans, his TV mother.

Actor/Comedian Jimmie "JJ" Walker Behind the Scenes of TV's 'Good Times' in the 1970s

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Cooking With Maryann

I love macaroni salads, and this is truly a special one. It's got something for all of the tastebuds and textures. Soft, crunchy, chewy, sweet, savory, tart, creamy, and oh so fresh! Here's what you'll need to make 8-10 side servings:

Amish Macaroni Salad

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"They get more than us, Why nobody told me about this?". If you're looking for a tasty option that won't break the bank, a Chick-fil-A's kids' meal might be just what you're after. It seems like a great deal. In fact, some people argue it's a better deal than a regular adult meal. This TikToker took the audience through the ins and outs of this meal.

Chick-fil-A customer says they’ll never order a full meal again after seeing kids’ meal

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Many young people feel lonely, but two 25-year-olds bucked the trend after making an instant connection on Bumble BFF.

Two lonely 25-year-olds met on Bumble BFF. Seven weeks later they're living together as 'platonic soulmates' who share a bed.

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Maine lobster, Alaska salmon, and catfish from the Louisiana bayou—across the United States, you can find some of the best fish and seafood around. Whether you enjoy classic dishes like lobster rolls, gumbo, and clam chowder or prefer international options such as sushi and fish tacos, there's a seafood restaurant in the country that will impress you.

North Carolina Eatery Crowned 'The Best Seafood Restaurant' in The State

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Former child star Dana Hill died at only 32 years old on July 15, 1996. Like many former child stars, Hill had talent, and a promising life and career that ended all too soon. She was born Dana Lynne Goetz on May 6, 1964, in Los Angeles, California, and she passed with a Hollywood name in Burbank, California.

The Tragic Death of Child Star Dana Hill ('National Lampoon's European Vacation'): 3 Decades Later

“It’s a reality check. The reality is, some people don’t stay. And not only is that okay but in this really gorgeous way, it is the necessary cycle of life. We go through phases, seasons, and hopefully we all go through an evolution. Within that cycle of life and time, we will outgrow people who we thought would forever be in our orbit. It’s reality.” These are the wise words of 23-year-old New Yorker Justin Frett. He’s grasped a concept that many of us find deeply uncomfortable: Some loves aren’t for life. Some people are the love of your season.

They Weren’t The Love Of Your Life — They Were The Love Of Your “Season”

"The Ghost Rules isn’t just another scary ghost story. It’s a captivating mystery about friendship, family, and heart, with an ending that totally took me by surprise. Oh, and there are ghosts too." —Dan Gutman, New York Times bestselling author of the My Weird School series. Twelve-year-old...

10 Spooky Middle Grade Reads for the Bravest Bookworms

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This world is filled with so much suffering that it is sometimes really hard to even think about it. Although we can see that at every corner, abandoned, neglected, and abused dogs are the best examples. The fact that many of these helpless creatures are abandoned and left to fend...

Dumped Dog Awaited Her End Alone But Good Souls Filled Her Last Moments With Love

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Jim Nabors refused to fire co-star Frank Sutton and then CBS cancelled his TV variety show. Here's what happened. The Jim Nabors Hourwas broadcast on CBS from 1969 to 1971, following Nabors' decision to end his hit sitcom Gomer Pyle - USMC (CBS, 1964-1969).

Jim Nabors Refused to Fire Co-Star Frank Sutton and Then CBS Cancelled His TV Variety Show

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Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, is still looking for a forever home for an adorable six-year-old French bulldog named Joannie. The local animal rescue explains: “Joannie was found as a stray extremely emaciated and less than half her current weight now. She was missing fur on her body, face and ears. She has been nursed back to health and is doing wonderfully. While her age and exact history is unknown, it is clear she has mothered more than enough litters in her short lifetime.”

Meet The "Extreme Snuggler" French Bulldog Still Looking For Love

Made famous in 2000 by former First Lady Laura Bush, these cowboy cookies are an updated twist on a traditional oatmeal cookie, trading raisins for chocolate chips, pecans, and shredded coconut. (We've swapped out the shortening as well!) To take it a step further, you can also toast the coconut and pecans for enhanced nuttiness. Here's what you'll need for about 18 cookies:

Cowboy Cookies

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In a real estate play that rivals his prowess on the basketball court, former NBA star Shaquille O’Neal has swiftly sold his Texas mansion for $1.7 million, just a month after listing it. This rapid sale not only highlights O’Neal’s shrewdness in property investments but also signifies a significant profit from his original purchase.

Shaquille O’Neal Scores Big in Real Estate: Texas Mansion Sold in Just One Month for $1.7 Million

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When in Romance Meets Read Or Dead!

Kendra Winchester and special guest Trisha Brown discuss genre-bending romance and mystery books!. Subscribe to the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify. To get even...

When in Romance Meets Read Or Dead!

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