An exceptional father-son story about the reality that tests us, the myths that sustain us, and the love that saves us. “With humor, grace, and an impressive reserve of compassion, Ta-Nehisi Coates has crafted a great gift of a book. ” —William Jelani Cobb, author of The Devil and Dave Chappelle
Spiegel & Grau’s Chris Jackson and author Ta-Nehisi Coates chat about writing style and the inspiration behind The Beautiful Struggle.
Twisted Head is the comedic story of a hardscrabble, working-class family’s life that represents the real legacy of Italian-Americans—labor, not crime. Read an interview at Newsday.com and a rave review from Entertainment Weekly. Also, view photographs at GalleyCat.
A riveting, raw, and beautiful memoir of tragedy and hope: the life of a Cambodian woman who emerged from years of sexual slavery to become a rescuer of girls from the hellish brothels of Southeast Asia. “An inspiring story from the front lines of a global tragedy. Somaly Mam reminds us that one person can stand up and change the fate of others for good.”—Mariane Pearl, author of A Mighty Heart
“Take Russell Baker, throw in a little David Sedaris, then simmer with olive oil for Twisted Head, a memoir as poignant as it is hilarious. Anyone who’s ever had a family-Italian-American or otherwise-will love it.” —Terence Winter, Executive Producer- The Sopranos
Raising fundamental questions about the nature of family ties and the often fragile dance between despair and joy, Blue Genes is ultimately a profound meditation on healing. The questions and discussion topics that follow are intended to enhance your reading of Christopher Lukas’s memoir.
What does Kit Lukas’s memoir demonstrate about the potential bonds between brothers? How does his relationship with Tony compare to the way you interact with your siblings?
What did those special childhood years with Elizabeth mean to both boys? What experiences were they able to savor because of their youth? What aspects of their life were made more painful because they were so young when she died?
Christopher Lukas discusses the complex and shattering effects of a family legacy of depression and suicide on himself and his brother, the award-winning journalist, J. Anthony Lukas.
To get involved with suicide prevention, join the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention’s Out of the Darkness Walks this fall. Go to www.afsp.org to find out more.
Who can forget Rue McClanahan as the sexy Southern vixen, Blanche Devereaux, on the Emmy-award winning series The Golden Girls? With her breezy sex appeal and sharp comedic timing, Rue infused her character with a sassy joie de vivre that captured the hearts of women everywhere. Now, the actress behind the magic reveals her life in and out of the spotlight in a laugh-out-loud funny memoir about love, marriage, men, and getting older that is every bit as colorful as the characters she plays.
What surprised you the most about Rue’s life? How did the truth compare to what you had assumed?
Besides her roles on stage, what roles has Rue had to play in real life? When was she able to be herself, and when did she have to hide what she really thought and felt? How much acting have you had to do in your life in order to get ahead?
Bill O’Reilly talks about his new book, A Bold Fresh Piece of Humanity, in stores on September 23, 2008. Read an excerpt in Parade magazine, on stands September 21, and visit BillO’Reilly.com for more information.
An exceptional father-son story about the reality that tests us, the myths that sustain us, and the love that saves us. “With humor, grace, and an impressive reserve of compassion, Ta-Nehisi Coates has crafted a great gift of a book. ” —William Jelani Cobb, author of The Devil and Dave Chappelle
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“Take Russell Baker, throw in a little David Sedaris, then simmer with olive oil for Twisted Head, a memoir as poignant as it is hilarious. Anyone who’s ever had a family-Italian-American or otherwise-will love it.” —Terence Winter, Executive Producer- The Sopranos
