Teen is Santa for a needy area child MULTIMEDIA: Spotsylvania teenager gives up her birthday money to buy gifts for someone she doesn't even know. Dec 25, 2008
Alison tossed in books, clothes and Bratz dolls she doesn't play with anymore. The two raised $100. (Fredericksburg.com, VA)
Half Price Books helps to replant Texas Dec 25, 2008
Half Price Books is helping to replant Texas after Ike - Dallas Business Journal ... Half Price Books is helping to replant Texas after Ike ... The company will donate part of the sale of six of its reusable bags at its 39 Texas Half Price Books stores. (Dallas Business Journal, TX)
* Old Master Q in new guise Dec 23, 2008
Since then the comic, with its mixture of slapstick humor and good-natured social commentary, has become a perennial favorite among Chinese readers throughout the world, selling nearly 100 million books in a dozen countries and inspiring 12 films ... As part of the 45th anniversary celebration, OMQ ZMedia, the company that Alfonso Wongs son Joseph Wong (A) founded to carry on his fathers legacy, published special-edition comic books, launched a series of collectible figures sold in... (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
Fixit: Eisenhower dollars; foggy mirror Dec 20, 2008
Look up values in coin books such as the U.S. Coins "Red Book," available at libraries and bookstores. Or take the dollars to a coin dealer for appraisal and sale, if you wish. (Herald Online, SC -- Lifestyles)
Gun-show 'loophole' is complicated issue Dec 20, 2008
If an individual wants to have a background check performed on an individual, he must turn the gun over to the dealer who would take the gun into inventory and record it on his books. The buyer would fill out the required form, then the dealer would begin the background check. (Herald Online, SC -- Opinion)
Hudson woman indicted in $724K theft Dec 20, 2008
Joanne Shea is charged with larceny over $250 and making false entries in corporate books, according to a statement from Coakley's office ... To cover the missing money, Shea applied incoming check payments of equivalent amounts to the company's books. (Hudson Sun, MA)
American Girl Chrissa arrives on all fronts Dec 19, 2008
The timing of dolls, books and movies is aimed at moving more traffic to American Girl's website and seven stores, even after the holidays. "We think it's the fastest way to use as many platforms as possible to get Chrissa introduced," says HBO Home Entertainment chief Henry McGee. (USA Today -- Life)
Barefoot Luxury in Indonesia Dec 19, 2008
London's Open House where the city's exciting buildings invite you to step inside, guidebooks turn Italian city visits into treasure hunts, and Robert de Niro's Greenwich hotel has all the makings of a blockbuster ... Stencil graffiti has moved from the streets of Paris into art books, a year-long party in Quebec City, a mix of medical review with the shameless luxury of a spa treatment and a museum in Italy melds beauty and function. (Time.com)
Friends Say Kennedy Has Long Wanted Public Role Dec 17, 2008
A lawyer and the author of several books, Kennedy is perhaps most acclaimed for raising tens of millions in private money for the New York City school system. She works with multiple foundations, playing an active role in the Kennedy library and the Institute of Politics at. (Washington Post)
Icelanders face frugal holiday in economic chill Dec 14, 2008
Runar Birgisson said sales at his bookstall have doubled since the country's main commercial banks collapsed in early October. "In Iceland, books are not a luxury item," he said. (Boston Globe)
Collectible Edition of Award Winning Children's Book "God's Kiss" Released By Author And Radio Personality Donna Seebo Dec 13, 2008
God's Kiss is the first in a series of children's books by Seebo. According to Seebo, "'God's Kiss is more than just a charming story of a little boy's journey into a mystical land. The book relates a child's sense of place in the world and the boy's discovery of how precious life is to all earth's creatures. These are thoughts and emotions children instinctively understand and search for, but the real magic of 'God's Kiss' is how these emotions are rekindled in the hearts of adults.". (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Try entertainment gifts for Christmas Dec 12, 2008
There's still time to buy those gift cards. But, if you want something a little special, look in the entertainment aisles. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
At home with Hello!Lucky's Moyle sisters Dec 11, 2008
Eunice and Sabrina recently released "Handmade Hellos," a greeting card DIY (Chronicle Books; $19. 95). (San Francisco Chronicle)
Festive shopping solutions Dec 11, 2008
I have always found that I can complete most of my festive shopping at the specific combination of Woolworths, Look 'n Listen/Musica, Exclusive Books and Kays' Antiques for the jewellery. This tight little combination is found only at Cavendish Square so that's where I head at times like this. (iAfrica.com)
Delta College police want student government to better account for money Dec 11, 2008
The all-volunteer student government balances its own books with no oversight from college auditors, despite the huge amount of money students deal with. Foppiano and campus police said last year's 15-member student government spent 74,000 on an East Coast conference, including nearly 24,000 to stay at the Michelangelo Hotel, 1,800 to see "The Lion King" on Broadway and 7,700 on dinner tabs on a single trip last year. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Wall Street Shears Bonuses Dec 10, 2008
The (Very Rich) Scribe: James Patterson The author and media king will publish 8 books this year. How does he stay so prolific. (Forbes -- Business)
The Chinese Alchemist by Lyn Hamilt... Dec 9, 2008
New readers should not fear, however, as there are ten other books in the series to be discovered. The author has retired from mystery writing, although according to her , she reserves the right to change her mind. (Suite101.com)
Red Rock Canyon - An Outdoor Family... Dec 9, 2008
A small gift shop sells books, maps, hats and other collectibles relating to Red Rock Canyon. The Visitor Center also provides children the opportunity to become Junior Rangers. (Suite101.com)
Gift guide: DVD sets that come with trimmings Dec 9, 2008
By Thomas K. Arnold, Special for USA TODAY With DVD sales slacking, studios are releasing an unprecedented number of high-end gift sets: putting complete TV series into increasingly elaborate packages; bundling classic movies into fancy and hefty collections; and packaging individual movies with extras, from books to trinkets such as masks and snow globes. Reporter Thomas K. Arnold offers a select list of gift sets just arrived or on the way for the holidays. (USA Today -- Life)
Rowlings new yarn weaves into Potter series Dec 8, 2008
Following the publication of the last of the Potter books last year, Rowling created seven copies of the Beedle book, writing and illustrating the five stories ... Next Article in Books: Advertisment. (Boston Herald)
Celebrating a Christmas classic Dec 8, 2008
Now, with more than 125 books, dishware, videos, coloring books, train sets, music records and ornaments, McKinzie s collection of Twas the Night Before Christmas is vast ... McKinzie enjoys the collection of books, which range from the traditional tale to modern day versions like a Redneck Twas the Night Before Christmas ... Through the years she has discovered a number of different books and collectibles to add. (Columbus Telegram, NE)
Unique stores New York City Dec 7, 2008
"Also worth a visit is Kidrobot at 118 Prince St., the Lucky magazine editor says. The store, which does have locations in Miami, Los Angeles and several other cities, showcases collectible and limited edition "art toys," from cartoonish 3-inch, 10 reindeers to foot-tall, two-headed furry creatures called "furillas," 37. A little farther uptown, Loehnen suggests checking out John Derian's stores, at 6 and 10 E. Second St. "He has an exquisite eye for one-off antiquities, curios and china," and... (Sioux City Journal, IO)
David Lister: BBC prefers showbiz over substance Dec 6, 2008
For the nation's only programme devoted to books, we have to tune in to the Sky Arts channels, which now also lead the way on visual arts, dance, jazz and opera. BBC4, where the corporation ghettoises most of its arts coverage, looks thin by comparison. (Independent)
Small-space style living provides comfort Dec 6, 2008
Architect and author Sarah Susanka has written a series of books advocating what she calls a "not so big" aesthetic, encouraging Americans to downsize and make better use of their space. Thoughtful details, such as stained-glass windows, are key. (AZCentral -- Business)
O.J. Simpson sentenced to as much as 33 years Dec 6, 2008
Newswatcher wrote on Dec 5, 2008 10:35 PM:" Sometimes justice comes from the spiritual realm. His guilty verdict came on the very day of the 13th anniversary of the night he killed Nicole and Ron.And the murder guilt is not alleged, he was found guilty in a civil court.I hope he suffers in prison, as he's driven our country batty knowing he should have been behind bars all these years while he golfed and wrote books, etc.What a loser. What goes around, comes around. It's all over his face and he... (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Stars donate to Darfur aid sale Dec 6, 2008
Members of the public can also contribute to the auction by offering their own valuable items, such as books, clothes and antiques. Further celebrity items will be added to the auction as the sale goes on. (Yahoo News -- Philanthropy and Volunteerism)
Valley store offers gifts, service Dec 5, 2008
There's also a section for executive gifts, replete with leather-bound books and more; a travel section, complete with must haves for the high-tech traveler who cannot leave any electronic toys behind; and a gift-wrap corner, where purchases can be custom wrapped for exactly the right kind of impact. There's also a florist's corner, allowing them to create and send floral arrangements and to use fresh flowers as decorative additions to special packages. (AZCentral -- Business)
The Ultimate Holiday Directory Dec 5, 2008
The Brewster Bookstore. Books for the entire family ... Consignment & New Clothing for Kids shoes, accessories, baby gear, books and toys. (Yarmouth Register, MA)
Fossilised poo from oldest American people found Dec 5, 2008
An analysis of the dung, deposited more than 14,000 years ago, will change our picture of the first Americans and mean the history books will have to be rewritten ... " The poo - known by scientists as coprolites - that changed the history books was found by Dennis Jenkins, a senior archaeologist with the University of Oregon's Museum of Natural and Cultural History, whose field expeditions over two summers uncovered a variety of artifacts in caves. The Paisley Caves are located in the Summer... (Yahoo News -- FYI)
Ingram takes care of antique photos for Beeson museum Dec 4, 2008
He plays guitar and sings, and books others to play at the coffeehouse, which opened earlier this year. The Clash (best-known song, Rockin the Casbah) is his favorite band of all time. (Hartford City News-Times, IN)
Make your presents felt: Spend time if you can't spend money Dec 4, 2008
Natchez resident Pam Frank, who founded an annual scrapbook convention that drew almost 300 to the Natchez Convention Center this year, makes scrapbooks using chipboard from old notebooks and cardstock paper ... Books are another way to target specific interests, and many written by Mississippi authors can be found in the regional section of bookstores like Jackson's Lemuria and Oxford's Square Books. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Feelin' crafty: The Journal Times 2008 Craft Fair Roundup Dec 4, 2008
Nov. 1 Racine Lutheran High School, 251 Luedtke Ave., Racine (handicap accessible), 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Handmade crafts, holiday decorations, jewelry, antiques and collectibles, toys, gift items, household helpers, freshly baked goods, caramel apples, home made candy, books, dolls, fresh fruit and vegetables, antique linens and several outside vendors ... Floral, fabric bags, books, and totes, beaded jewelry. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Bradman's Greatest Cricket Bat for Sale Dec 3, 2008
Leski Auctions is a recognised leader in the area of early photography, art, wine, cameras, books, autographs, entertainment memorabilia, medals, coins, stamps, aerophilately, cigarette and trade cards, maps, railway memorabilia, advertising artwork and posters, and the Olympics, football and cricket. It was the first auction house in Australia to introduce an on-line, real-time bidding system 'Live Bid Online'(TM), which allows participation from anywhere in the world. (PR Newswire)
Black Friday sales strong locally, nationally Dec 2, 2008
9 percent) purchased clothing and accessories over the weekend, while 39 percent bought books, DVDs, CDs and video games, and 35. 9 percent purchased consumer electronics. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
A dozen donation tips for holidays Nov 30, 2008
While you're at it, get rid of those old knickknacks, books, dishes, CDs, furniture, and other household items you don't use any more. Not only does your donation go to help those in need, but you'll get more space in your closets. (Boston Globe)
Ice rink opening to highlight Downtown Holiday Nov 30, 2008
Local author Laura Clark will be at Blue River Books from 1-4 to sign her first hardback book titled Ashleys Ruby illustrated by Staci Tucker McCarty. Many businesses will have an open house while Maries will celebrate 31 years in business. (Durant Daily Democrat, OK)
Christmas stop Nov 30, 2008
Arlene DeMonstoy, owner of the antiques and bookstore Ye Olde Vineyard, said she was buoyed by North East's version of Black Friday when Santa arrived in town Friday. "We had lots of families, a big turnout," she said, adding her sales -- especially of her slashed-price used books -- are up this holiday season rather than down ... "Books are a specialty here and they're much more affordable than new," she said. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Curtains rise for Christmas play Friday Nov 29, 2008
"It's actually kind of special because I've been a lifelong fan of the Little House books, televisions series and movies. It was something I shared with my mom when I was a little girl and then when I had my daughter she also shared our interest in Little House," Foley said. "When my daughter was 5, I took her to see this play in Des Moines at the Des Moines Playhouse. And then my little daughter whispered to me 'I want to do this show. I want to be Laura.' And I said 'We will someday when you... (Mid Iowa Enterprise, IA)
Personal touches add flair Nov 29, 2008
But when she's home, the author of more than 20 home-decor books hangs out in a 1960s Scottsdale patio home that she and husband Reg Jackson remodeled ... There's the collection of crosses and milagros (Mexican religious folk charms), and the stacks of decor books, placed just so on a bookshelf in the great room and topped with photographs and seashells ... In the great room, vases and books adorn the coffee table, a Ralph Lauren gem made of sea grass. (AZCentral -- Home)
Birthday and Christmas Gifts for Ca... Nov 28, 2008
Books (both fiction and nonfiction, preferably serious and literary, educational, or humourous). Musical instruments. (Suite101.com)
Economy won't deter crowds Nov 27, 2008
He said the store also carries Jim Shore Collectibles and a wide selection of books, which are popular during the holidays. If you don't want to brave the crowds on Black Friday, there are other ways to save money this holiday season. (Pekin Times, IL)
PA Game Commission Offers 'Wild' Gift Giving Ideas Nov 27, 2008
To order, visit "The Outdoor Shop" on the Game Commission's website () and click on "Books," or call the agency at 1-888-888-3459 (toll-free) ... Choose from an assortment of wildlife books; bird and mammal charts by the late, famed Ned Smith; Smith's popular field journal, Gone for the Day; fluorescent orange SPORT hats; cookbooks; waterfowl stamps; and a wildlife viewing guide. (PR Newswire)
Hollywood Prop Auction Nov 27, 2008
Well bust out the checkbooks, fan boys, because some of the most rare props in movie history are going up on the auction block ... For those who have seen the movies but have not read the books, Lord of the Rings fans can bid on an original set of the three books written by JRR Tolkien ... The books are all first editions, originally printed in 1954 and even come signed by Tolkien. (IGN Gear)
Unique stores and Christmas markets in NYC Nov 27, 2008
You'll find unusual jewelry, art books, housewares, stationery, posters and post cards in all price ranges in, among other places, the shops at the Museum of Modern Art (53rd Street between Fifth and Sixth avenues), the Cooper-Hewitt National Design Museum (2 E. 91st St.), and even the New York Transit Museum, which sells everything from subway map shower curtains to colorful purses made from recycled maps ... Finally, don't forget the city's specialty bookstores, including Drama Book Shop in... (MSNBC -- Travel)
West Boxford Winter Festival schedule Nov 27, 2008
Check out Boxford T-shirts, sweatshirts, and books for that special someone on your list. At noon,bring the family for a reading of a classic holiday story. (Boxford Tri Town Transcript, MA)
Stanton Furnishings offers the old, new, and offbeat Nov 26, 2008
Every conceivable twist: Wooden sculptures, lamps, books and wall hangings are all part of the mix at Stanton Home Furnishings ... There s also a selection of coffee-table books. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Home & Garden)
Hanson tops off an overwhelming year Nov 25, 2008
i m glad i dont judge books by their covers, cauz that future cy young winner of ours looks just like opie taylor ... im glad i dont judge books by their covers, cauz that future cy young winner of ours looks just like opie taylor. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Arts & Entertainment Briefs Nov 23, 2008
Two dozen tables of crafts, paperback books, coins, foreign bank notes, coin supplies, early attic, candy, spices, household cleaners, costume jewelry and more. There will also be two bake sales. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Free and cheap in Frankfurt Nov 22, 2008
The Bitter and Zart Chocolaterie, Domstrasse 4, creates its own extraordinary confections and Walter Koenig next door has a great selection of art and design books to browse through in English. One street down on Fahrgasse, a row of galleries displays works through oversize windows and the art-book publisher Revolver sells limited editions. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Obituaries for Saturday, Nov. 22, 2008 Nov 22, 2008
She loved books, puzzles, animals, swimming, music, playing practical jokes on people, and watching Fraggle Rock and RugRats. Amy is survived and sadly missed by her loving parents, Barbara Widner and Michael (Susan) Widner; her sister, Jennifer Widner; stepsister, Lizabeth Remrey; maternal grandmother, Joyce Flint; paternal grandparents, Tom and Marge Widner; maternal aunt, Sheryl Stenson; paternal aunt and uncle, Patricia (David) Spaulding and Mark (Lynn) Widner; many cousins; and special... (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
What outback? Nov 22, 2008
Shop The funky kids head to Paddington's Oxford Street for designer clothes, books, art and more. To get the whole show, though, wait until Saturday, when the markets (www. (Globe and Mail)
SHELF LIFE - Library’s redesign nearly complete Nov 22, 2008
Hyperion Books for Children, 2007, find it at: Y KORMAN. Capricorn Anderson has never attended school. (Missoulian, MT)
• Events Calendar Nov 21, 2008
"Mindful Art for NAMI" will be 6-9 p.m. at Iconoclast Books, at the corner of Sun Valley Road and Spruce Street ... Glenn Beck, author of the new release "The Christmas Sweater" and the best-selling "An Inconvenient Book" will sign copies of his books 3-4 p.m. DEC. 9 at Barnes Booksellers ... His talk is on why superheroes wear costumes, and other mysteries related to comic books and super powers. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Aubrey Beardsley Illustration Sets New World Record at Skinner's Fine Books & Manuscripts Auction Nov 21, 2008
Aubrey Beardsley Illustration Sets New World Record at Skinner's Fine Books & Manuscripts Auction: Financial News - Yahoo ... Aubrey Beardsley Illustration Sets New World Record at Skinner's Fine Books & Manuscripts AuctionThursday November 20, 2:00 pm ET ... At the recent Fine Books & Manuscripts auction, which took place on Sunday, November 16th, Beardsley's The Climax (lot 139) fetched $213,300 including buyer's premium, well over its $15/20,000 estimate. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
What's going on... Nov 20, 2008
Because of this, they are interested in books with a Christmas theme. If you have any books to donate, especially those that celebrate the holiday season, we would appreciate your contribution ... Hardback books sell for 50 cents and paperbacks are 25 cents. (Hartford City News-Times, IN)
At home with chef Tyler Florence Nov 20, 2008
Last month, he released two cookbooks, "Dinner at My Place" and "Stirring the Pot" (Meredith Books). He has been tapped as the dean of culinary education at Copia: The American Center for Wine, Food and the Arts in Napa. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Antique road stop at Montvale Nov 20, 2008
Paittoni was an engaging speaker, offering the history, potential backstory and, of course, value of the various vases, paintings, crystal bowls, books, dolls and other items put before him. One woman, Carol Schena of Melrose, brought in a blue vase. (Stoneham Sun, MA)
Female artisans showcase their goods at Needham show Nov 20, 2008
There were other quirky items, such as purses made of recycled books and clothing all made from recycled sweaters ... Taking the binders of old, discarded books, the former high school English teacher used them to decorate purses. (Needham Tab, MA)
SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS SERVICE CONSOLIDATED BUDGET Nov 20, 2008
LINCOLN-BOOKS (Hoover, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette) -- "Lincoln was the (Mark) Twain of our politics," says Fred Kaplan, author of "Lincoln: The Biography of a Writer." Kaplan's is among several dozen Lincoln-related books to emerge this year and will appear early in 2009, the bicentennial of the 16th president's birth ... MICHELLE-BOOKS (Johnson, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette) -- Writing a biography about Michelle Obama that reads like a lively page-turner is difficult when the subject won't cooperate... (Scripps Howard News Wire)
Redskins-Cowboys: Books to Remember Nov 19, 2008
By Collectibles ColumnistDate: Nov 18, 2008 The rivalry continues. It seems more often than not, when the Redskins play the Cowboys, the team that is supposed to lose instead wins. (WarpathInsiders.com)
Life Classes Nov 19, 2008
The merchandise forms a capsule history of 20th-century British culture: books, DVDs, the self-published first and second editions of The History of the Sandown Conservative Clubs ... Prizessigned Martin Parr bookswill go to whomever takes the most interesting photograph of the hotel and whomever finds the best postcard of the Isle of Wight. (Slate)
Yes, we can -. sell it Nov 17, 2008
At least nine books about the president-elect and the 2008 campaign are coming out in the next few months, McEvoy said, including The Obama Menu: Dinners with Barack Obama and Deciding the Next Decider: The 2008 Presidential Race in Rhyme. Some journalists covering the campaign have struck deals for books about Obama, including Newsweek magazine White House correspondent Richard Wolffe and Time magazine senior political analyst Mark Halperin, and more are expected ... PublicAffairs, a New York... (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
'Scrapbooks' pieces together Americans' history Nov 16, 2008
Scrapbooks' pieces together Americans' history - The Boston Globe ... "Scrapbook-making volunteers" put together memory books for military personnel serving overseas during both world wars ... Randomly choose any of the 475 illustrations in Helfand's just-published "Scrapbooks: An American History" and expect to be startled, enchanted, vexed, or all three. (Boston Globe)
Critic's picks (Nov. 16) Nov 16, 2008
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Twilight star Robert Pattinson sinks teeth into role as romantic ... Nov 16, 2008
I literally said I want to do this part and sent an e-mail to Catherine and I read all the books in a weekend. Twilight opens Friday. (Boston Herald)
