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March 11, 2010

Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter

Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter

As soon as we heard about this book, we couldn't wait to snatch it up as soon as it hit our bookstore's shelf. From the same author that brought you Pride and Prejudice and Zombies, Seth Grahame-Smith turns to Abraham Lincoln for inspiration and throws in a little vampire combat. Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter follows Lincoln after he learns that his mother was killed by a vampire, which sets him off on a lifelong... more

Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter

Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter

As soon as we heard about this book, we couldn't wait to snatch it up as soon as it hit our bookstore's shelf. From the same author that brought you Pride and Prejudice and Zombies, Seth Grahame-Smith turns to Abraham Lincoln for inspiration and throws in a little vampire combat. Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter follows Lincoln after he learns that his mother was killed by a vampire, which sets him off on a lifelong... more

Alice in Wonderland

Alice in Wonderland

We can't wait to see Tim Burton's version of Alice in Wonderland now that it's out in theaters, but Disney's 1951 animated version will always hold a special place in our heart. This two-disc special edition is remastered and restored, and contains deleted scenes and a featurette that show how Walt Disney spent nearly twenty years get Alice in Wonderland onto the big screen. It also shows the difficulties involved in translating Lewis Carroll's... more

March 9, 2010

Mastering the Art of French Cooking

Mastering the Art of French Cooking

We just finished watching Julie & Julia in preparation for the upcoming Academy Awards, and now we're bound and determined to make it through Julia Child’s Mastering the Art of French Cooking just the way Julie Powell did in real life. The 734-page book was originally published in 1961 and still remains a kitchen staple. It breaks down classic recipes and techniques so that even the most novice cook can feel like a gourmet... more

March 5, 2010

Coco Before Chanel

Coco Before Chanel

Coco Before Chanel is nominated this year for Best Costume Design. Directed by Anne Fontaine, this film explores the woman behind the Chanel brand and is set a few years after Coco leaves an orphanage. She becomes both a seamstress for performers in a local bar and a singer. A romantic liaison introduces her into French society, where she starts designing hats. From there, a love interest opens more opportunities in the fashion world.... more

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