George Takei: A Life of Courage, Resistance, and Truth George Takei came out in 2005 at the age of 68, even though he knew he was gay by the time he was just 9 years old. “Society groomed me to be closeted,” he once said. For most of his life, he had to hide who … Continue reading »
Just Between Us by Rebecca Drake tells the story of four friends, Alison Riordan, Julie Phelps, Sarah Walker, and Heather Lysenko. They live in the town of Sewickley in Pittsburg, Pa. and seem to have stable lives where their basic needs are more than just met. They have nice houses, cars, good schools, and friendship. Continue reading »
George Takei has signed a book publishing deal with IDW Publishing. The graphic novel will tell the story of Japanese American internment camps during WWII based on his family’s firsthand experience. Continue reading »
American Tumbleweeds by Marta Elva tells the story of the Ramirez family who reside in El Paso, Texas during the 1960’s. They often split time between Texas and their patria Juarez, Mexico. The story revolves around the coming of age of Inez, the border town, and how adult decisions affect children. That’s the simplified way to describe the book, as it’s hard to encapsulate all the intricacies that are involved in growing up bi-cultural and in Inez’s case, empathetic. Continue reading »
Iconic singer/songwriter, Kurt Cobain left behind a phenomenal body of work, legions of fans, and a mystery… a final letter addressed to “Boddah.” Award-winning creator Nicolas Otero brings the story of this note to life in the forthcoming original graphic novel WHO KILLED KURT COBAIN? published by IDW Publishing. The announcement was made in the city that Cobain called home, Seattle during Emerald City Comic Con. Continue reading »
We’ve rounded up 10 beautiful ideas on how to display books in your home. Let us know which one’s your favorite. 1. Candle-lit bookshelf 2. Fluid bookshelf 3. Skateboards bookshelf 4. TV bookshelf 5. Guitar bookshelf 6. Plumbing bookshelf 7. Bathroom bookshelf 8. Leather and wood bookshelf 9. Tardis bookshelf 10. Clothespin bookshelf
It’s been one year since the world lost one of the most prolific artists of our time at the age of 86, Maya Angelou. She was a poet, dancer, author, actress and singer. She will live forever in the hearts and minds of the many that she influences around the world. Here are some of … Continue reading »