The Woods starring Agnes Bruckner, Patricia Clarkson and Bruce Campbell. Falburn Academy's newest student Heather hears voices. Heather's fellow students start to disappear into the woods and Heather "receives an education in terror."
The House of Sand starring Fernando Montenegro and Fernanda Torres. Aurea's husband settles Aurea and her elderly mother in Northern Brazil to start a farm. After her husband dies Aurea is unable to cross the massive, coastal sand dunes with her elderly mother and makes her home in the dunes.
The Education of Shelby Knox: Sex, Lies and Education. Shelby starting pressing for realistic sexuality education in her Lubbock, TX high school and opened a can of worms about abstinence, birth control, and religion.
Black Dahlia starring Josh Hartnett, Hilary Swank, Aaron Eckhart, and Scarlet Johansson. Based on the novel by James Ellroy which, in turn, was based on the infamous 1947 murder of Elizabeth Short. Two LAPD detectives become obsessed with the dead end case as one of them follows a twisted path to reveal the murderer.
Ask the Dust starring Colin Farrell and Salma Hayek. Italian writer Arturo Bandini travels to Depression era L.A. and meets Mexican barmaid Camilla who is in search of a rich American to establish herself herself in the Anglo world.
The Five Obstructions with Jorgen Leth and Lars von Trier. In 1967 Leth made a 12 minute movie called The Perfect Human. In 2003 von Trier challenges his idol Leth to remake the film under five special conditions - five obstructions. Von Trier's challenges include: 1) remaking the film in Cuba with no more than 12 frames per shot and 2) filming in the worst place in the world without showing that place on screen.
World Trade Center starring Nicolas Cage, Michael Pena and Maggie Gyllenhaal. True story of Port Authority policemen buried in the rubble of the World Trade Center.
Invincible starring Mark Wahlberg and Greg Kinnear. Thirty year old bartender Vince Papale hears of Philadelphia Eagles' Coach Dick Vermeil's open tryout offer and gives it a go. Inspired by a true story.
The Dark starring Maria Bello and Sean Bean. James and Adele continue to search for the body of their daughter off the coast of Wales. When a strange girl says Adele is looking in the wrong place Adele recalls the Celtic legend of the Land of Dead and is convinced she can trade herself for her daughter.
Miami Vice starring Colin Farrell and Jamie Foxx. Theatrical version of the television program.
Underworld Evolution starring Kate Beckinsale and Scott Speedman. A replacement for our damaged version.
Thursday, February 08, 2007
New DVDs
The Woods starring Agnes Bruckner, Patricia Clarkson and Bruce Campbell. Falburn Academy's newest student Heather hears voices. Heather's fellow students start to disappear into the woods and Heather "receives an education in terror."
The House of Sand starring Fernando Montenegro and Fernanda Torres. Aurea's husband settles Aurea and her elderly mother in Northern Brazil to start a farm. After her husband dies Aurea is unable to cross the massive, coastal sand dunes with her elderly mother and makes her home in the dunes.
The Education of Shelby Knox: Sex, Lies and Education. Shelby starting pressing for realistic sexuality education in her Lubbock, TX high school and opened a can of worms about abstinence, birth control, and religion.
Black Dahlia starring Josh Hartnett, Hilary Swank, Aaron Eckhart, and Scarlet Johansson. Based on the novel by James Ellroy which, in turn, was based on the infamous 1947 murder of Elizabeth Short. Two LAPD detectives become obsessed with the dead end case as one of them follows a twisted path to reveal the murderer.
Ask the Dust starring Colin Farrell and Salma Hayek. Italian writer Arturo Bandini travels to Depression era L.A. and meets Mexican barmaid Camilla who is in search of a rich American to establish herself herself in the Anglo world.
The Five Obstructions with Jorgen Leth and Lars von Trier. In 1967 Leth made a 12 minute movie called The Perfect Human. In 2003 von Trier challenges his idol Leth to remake the film under five special conditions - five obstructions. Von Trier's challenges include: 1) remaking the film in Cuba with no more than 12 frames per shot and 2) filming in the worst place in the world without showing that place on screen.
World Trade Center starring Nicolas Cage, Michael Pena and Maggie Gyllenhaal. True story of Port Authority policemen buried in the rubble of the World Trade Center.
Invincible starring Mark Wahlberg and Greg Kinnear. Thirty year old bartender Vince Papale hears of Philadelphia Eagles' Coach Dick Vermeil's open tryout offer and gives it a go. Inspired by a true story.
The Dark starring Maria Bello and Sean Bean. James and Adele continue to search for the body of their daughter off the coast of Wales. When a strange girl says Adele is looking in the wrong place Adele recalls the Celtic legend of the Land of Dead and is convinced she can trade herself for her daughter.
Miami Vice starring Colin Farrell and Jamie Foxx. Theatrical version of the television program.
Underworld Evolution starring Kate Beckinsale and Scott Speedman. A replacement for our damaged version.
The House of Sand starring Fernando Montenegro and Fernanda Torres. Aurea's husband settles Aurea and her elderly mother in Northern Brazil to start a farm. After her husband dies Aurea is unable to cross the massive, coastal sand dunes with her elderly mother and makes her home in the dunes.
The Education of Shelby Knox: Sex, Lies and Education. Shelby starting pressing for realistic sexuality education in her Lubbock, TX high school and opened a can of worms about abstinence, birth control, and religion.
Black Dahlia starring Josh Hartnett, Hilary Swank, Aaron Eckhart, and Scarlet Johansson. Based on the novel by James Ellroy which, in turn, was based on the infamous 1947 murder of Elizabeth Short. Two LAPD detectives become obsessed with the dead end case as one of them follows a twisted path to reveal the murderer.
Ask the Dust starring Colin Farrell and Salma Hayek. Italian writer Arturo Bandini travels to Depression era L.A. and meets Mexican barmaid Camilla who is in search of a rich American to establish herself herself in the Anglo world.
The Five Obstructions with Jorgen Leth and Lars von Trier. In 1967 Leth made a 12 minute movie called The Perfect Human. In 2003 von Trier challenges his idol Leth to remake the film under five special conditions - five obstructions. Von Trier's challenges include: 1) remaking the film in Cuba with no more than 12 frames per shot and 2) filming in the worst place in the world without showing that place on screen.
World Trade Center starring Nicolas Cage, Michael Pena and Maggie Gyllenhaal. True story of Port Authority policemen buried in the rubble of the World Trade Center.
Invincible starring Mark Wahlberg and Greg Kinnear. Thirty year old bartender Vince Papale hears of Philadelphia Eagles' Coach Dick Vermeil's open tryout offer and gives it a go. Inspired by a true story.
The Dark starring Maria Bello and Sean Bean. James and Adele continue to search for the body of their daughter off the coast of Wales. When a strange girl says Adele is looking in the wrong place Adele recalls the Celtic legend of the Land of Dead and is convinced she can trade herself for her daughter.
Miami Vice starring Colin Farrell and Jamie Foxx. Theatrical version of the television program.
Underworld Evolution starring Kate Beckinsale and Scott Speedman. A replacement for our damaged version.
New Fiction
Queen Anne Fox by Jerol Anderson. Mystery novel by Cambridge author Jerol Anderson.
Daylight Comes: Freedom's Path book 3 by Judith Miller. Inspirational fiction set in Nicodemus, Kansas.
A Woman's Place by Lynn Austin. Inspirational fiction set during World War II as four different women take on wartime jobs and duties.
Daylight Comes: Freedom's Path book 3 by Judith Miller. Inspirational fiction set in Nicodemus, Kansas.
A Woman's Place by Lynn Austin. Inspirational fiction set during World War II as four different women take on wartime jobs and duties.
More Non Fiction
The 9 Steps to Financial Freedom by Suze Orman. An updated and revised edition by super-advisor Orman.
Quick Fact Prostate Cancer: What You Need to Know - NOW by American Cancer Society. Yikes! I'll skip this description.
Complete Guide to Prescription and Nonprescription Drugs, 2007 Edition by Stephen Moore, M.D. Features A to Z list of conditions and the drugs commonly used to treat them.
Sandra Lee Semi-Homemade 20-Minute Meals by Sandra Lee. Again!? Does the woman never rest? Quick, convenient, mouthwatering recipes that taste like they were made from scratch.
The Onion Presents Homeland Insecurity: Complete News Archives Volume 17. From the 21-27 July, 2005 front page, "New Puppy Teaches Congress Important Lessons About responsibility".
Nolo's Essential Guide to Divorce by Emily Doskow. Latest edition of what to do and how the process works.
Ultimate Classic Car by Quentin Wilson. Ultimate is published by DK Books who produce books with fantastic photos and layout. Wilson always picks a wide variety of exotic and average vehicles for his books.
Guatemala, Belize & the Yucatan edited by Huw Hennessy. Latest travel guide in an update of our travel section.
The Playboy Interviews: Larger Than Life edited by Stephen Randall. Interviews include the Beatles (1965), Frank Sinatra (1963), Bob Dylan (1966), and John Wayne (1971). We also have a Playboy Interviews book featuring athletes.
Here's What We'll Say: Growing Up, Coming Out, and The U.S. Air Force Academy by Reichen Lehmkuhl. I heard Lehmkuhl speak on a radio program and he was such a good speaker that I figured the book must be okay. Lehmkuhl was in the news recently because he dates a guy singer (some Boy Band veteran) who recently came out of the closet.
Quick Fact Prostate Cancer: What You Need to Know - NOW by American Cancer Society. Yikes! I'll skip this description.
Complete Guide to Prescription and Nonprescription Drugs, 2007 Edition by Stephen Moore, M.D. Features A to Z list of conditions and the drugs commonly used to treat them.
Sandra Lee Semi-Homemade 20-Minute Meals by Sandra Lee. Again!? Does the woman never rest? Quick, convenient, mouthwatering recipes that taste like they were made from scratch.
The Onion Presents Homeland Insecurity: Complete News Archives Volume 17. From the 21-27 July, 2005 front page, "New Puppy Teaches Congress Important Lessons About responsibility".
Nolo's Essential Guide to Divorce by Emily Doskow. Latest edition of what to do and how the process works.
Ultimate Classic Car by Quentin Wilson. Ultimate is published by DK Books who produce books with fantastic photos and layout. Wilson always picks a wide variety of exotic and average vehicles for his books.
Guatemala, Belize & the Yucatan edited by Huw Hennessy. Latest travel guide in an update of our travel section.
The Playboy Interviews: Larger Than Life edited by Stephen Randall. Interviews include the Beatles (1965), Frank Sinatra (1963), Bob Dylan (1966), and John Wayne (1971). We also have a Playboy Interviews book featuring athletes.
Here's What We'll Say: Growing Up, Coming Out, and The U.S. Air Force Academy by Reichen Lehmkuhl. I heard Lehmkuhl speak on a radio program and he was such a good speaker that I figured the book must be okay. Lehmkuhl was in the news recently because he dates a guy singer (some Boy Band veteran) who recently came out of the closet.
Tuesday, February 06, 2007
New Fiction
New Fiction
1812: The River of War by Eric Flint. Alternative history of the War of 1812 where Indian tribes, escaped slaves, free Blacks, and some white guys form a separate alliance.
Grave Sight by Charlaine Harris. Harris is publishing both hardcove and original paperbacks. Clients of psychic gravefinder Harper are not always happy with Harper's answers. But Harper cannot leave the town of Sarne because even though a missing girl is found dead her killer is still finding victims.
Forever Odd by Dean Koontz. Paperback version of Forever Odd.
Saffron Skies by Lesley Lokko. Born into wealth and power, Amber Sall still strives for her father's love and approval. Amber's jet setting half-sister, Paola, is the daughter of her father's Italian mistress and determined to marry. "An unforgettable story of wealth, ambition, family, friendship, passion, loyalty, and betrayal."
The Sisterhood of the Queen Mamas by Annie Jones. Flea market mavens troll the stalls and change lives. "Grab your shopping bags and join the feisty Queen Mamas as they dish out relationship repair, tag-sale tactics and humor that is truly priceless."
The House Beautiful by Allison Burnett. "A novel of high ideals, low morals, and lower rent." Middle-aged bipolar poet B.K. inherits his friend's brownstone building in New York City. Unable to afford the taxes he opens an "Artists' Colony" and snoops on his renters.
Gaits of Heaven: a Dog Lover's Mystery by Susan Conant. The dysfunctional and overly medicated Green family hire Holly to train their dog. When Eunie Green overdoses on medication her daughter and Holly both think it was murder.
Bake Sale Murder by Leslie Meier. Another one of those mysteries with recipes.
A Single Eye by Susan Dunlap. Stuntwoman Darcy had a bad accident during a falling stunt into deep woods. Her Zen master sends Darcy to a monastery in California's redwoods to confront her fear. But the monastery holds secrets about a missing student.
1812: The River of War by Eric Flint. Alternative history of the War of 1812 where Indian tribes, escaped slaves, free Blacks, and some white guys form a separate alliance.
Grave Sight by Charlaine Harris. Harris is publishing both hardcove and original paperbacks. Clients of psychic gravefinder Harper are not always happy with Harper's answers. But Harper cannot leave the town of Sarne because even though a missing girl is found dead her killer is still finding victims.
Forever Odd by Dean Koontz. Paperback version of Forever Odd.
Saffron Skies by Lesley Lokko. Born into wealth and power, Amber Sall still strives for her father's love and approval. Amber's jet setting half-sister, Paola, is the daughter of her father's Italian mistress and determined to marry. "An unforgettable story of wealth, ambition, family, friendship, passion, loyalty, and betrayal."
The Sisterhood of the Queen Mamas by Annie Jones. Flea market mavens troll the stalls and change lives. "Grab your shopping bags and join the feisty Queen Mamas as they dish out relationship repair, tag-sale tactics and humor that is truly priceless."
The House Beautiful by Allison Burnett. "A novel of high ideals, low morals, and lower rent." Middle-aged bipolar poet B.K. inherits his friend's brownstone building in New York City. Unable to afford the taxes he opens an "Artists' Colony" and snoops on his renters.
Gaits of Heaven: a Dog Lover's Mystery by Susan Conant. The dysfunctional and overly medicated Green family hire Holly to train their dog. When Eunie Green overdoses on medication her daughter and Holly both think it was murder.
Bake Sale Murder by Leslie Meier. Another one of those mysteries with recipes.
A Single Eye by Susan Dunlap. Stuntwoman Darcy had a bad accident during a falling stunt into deep woods. Her Zen master sends Darcy to a monastery in California's redwoods to confront her fear. But the monastery holds secrets about a missing student.
New DVDs
New DVDs
The Librarian: Quest for the Spear starring Noah Wyle, Kyle MacLachlan and Bob Newhart. Noah Wyle is Flynn Carsen, a professional student who refuses to leave university and find a job. Kind of like Johnny Lechner, but not as pathetic. Finally forced to get a job Flynn applies to be Librarian for the Metropolitan Library where such artifacts as Excalibur and Pandora's Box are secretly kept. After a Library burglary Flynn has to recover the Spear of Destiny. A fun and goofy movie with 15 additional minutes not shown on the TNT network.
Stripes starring Bill Murray, John Candy, Harold Ramis, Warren Oates, Sean Young. You probably know about this one. Includes six deleted scenes.
Office Space starring Ron Livingston, Stephen Root, Gary Cole, Jennifer Aniston, John C. McGinley, Diedrich Bader. You probably know about this one, too. Peter Gibbons goes to a hypnotist and starts to ignore his job and enjoy life. Hilarity ensues; along with a car wreck, fax abuse, gratuitous Aniston appearances, arson, gratuitious Diedrich Bader appearances, and stapler theft.
Superman Returns starring Brandon Routh, Kate Bosworth, Frank Langella, Eva Marie Saint, Parker Posey, Kevin Spacey. Superman returns to Earth after a five year search for his home planet and saves people from death and destruction.
Let's Rock Again starring Joe Strummer and the Mescaleros. Former Clash frontman Joe Strummer goes on tour with his band to promote their new album, Global A Go-Go. "Strummer dispels his punk persona to reveal a die-hard performer whose main objective is simple - get his music heard and bread his record even." Filmed by Dick Rude, who you may remember as Duke in Repo Man.
The White Diamond directed by Werner Herzog. In 1992 Dr. Graham Dorrington took a man-powered dirigible on a scientific expedition across the treetops Guyana's Amazon rain forest. A "stupid, meaningless accident" in the dirigible killed Dorrington's longtime pal. Twelve years later Dorrington tries again with a uniquely shaped balloon (shaped like a diamond) and brings Herzog along to document the expedition and uniquely film the spectacular scenery.
The Librarian: Quest for the Spear starring Noah Wyle, Kyle MacLachlan and Bob Newhart. Noah Wyle is Flynn Carsen, a professional student who refuses to leave university and find a job. Kind of like Johnny Lechner, but not as pathetic. Finally forced to get a job Flynn applies to be Librarian for the Metropolitan Library where such artifacts as Excalibur and Pandora's Box are secretly kept. After a Library burglary Flynn has to recover the Spear of Destiny. A fun and goofy movie with 15 additional minutes not shown on the TNT network.
Stripes starring Bill Murray, John Candy, Harold Ramis, Warren Oates, Sean Young. You probably know about this one. Includes six deleted scenes.
Office Space starring Ron Livingston, Stephen Root, Gary Cole, Jennifer Aniston, John C. McGinley, Diedrich Bader. You probably know about this one, too. Peter Gibbons goes to a hypnotist and starts to ignore his job and enjoy life. Hilarity ensues; along with a car wreck, fax abuse, gratuitous Aniston appearances, arson, gratuitious Diedrich Bader appearances, and stapler theft.
Superman Returns starring Brandon Routh, Kate Bosworth, Frank Langella, Eva Marie Saint, Parker Posey, Kevin Spacey. Superman returns to Earth after a five year search for his home planet and saves people from death and destruction.
Let's Rock Again starring Joe Strummer and the Mescaleros. Former Clash frontman Joe Strummer goes on tour with his band to promote their new album, Global A Go-Go. "Strummer dispels his punk persona to reveal a die-hard performer whose main objective is simple - get his music heard and bread his record even." Filmed by Dick Rude, who you may remember as Duke in Repo Man.
The White Diamond directed by Werner Herzog. In 1992 Dr. Graham Dorrington took a man-powered dirigible on a scientific expedition across the treetops Guyana's Amazon rain forest. A "stupid, meaningless accident" in the dirigible killed Dorrington's longtime pal. Twelve years later Dorrington tries again with a uniquely shaped balloon (shaped like a diamond) and brings Herzog along to document the expedition and uniquely film the spectacular scenery.
Monday, February 05, 2007
New Non Fiction
New Non Fiction
The Gift of Fear: And Other Survival Signals That Can Save Your Life by Gavin De Becker. De Becker "shows you how to spot even subtle signs of danger - before it's too late. Shattering the myth that most violent acts are unpredictable, De Becker...offers specific ways to protect yourself and those you love."
ReadyMade: How to Make {Almost} Everything by Shoshana Berger and Grace Hawthorne. A dream book for crafty do-it-yourselfers. Make a Beer Can Room Divider, Coat Hanger Wine Rack, Denim Dog Bed, or a Carpet Kiddie Chair.
Sandra Lee Semi-Homemade Slow Cooker Recipes by Sandra Lee. Food Network's popular host presents another cookbook.
Batavia's Graveyard by Mike Dash. The Batavia was a Dutch East India Company ship that crashed upon a reef off the coast of Australia in 1628. The disgruntled crew was already planning mutiny before the wreck, and after their marooning things got really ugly. The insane and charismatic lead mutineer Jeronimus Corneliszoon was deluded by religious fanaticism. Corneliszoon guided his mutineers to the murder 125 fellow survivors until a rescue party arrives from Java. If you read the recently acquired, and very brief, Wreck of the Batavia by Simon Leys you'll likely love Batavia's Graveyard.
Chicken Soup for the Breast Cancer Survivor's Soul edited by Jack Canfield, et al.
The Best American Poetry 2006 edited by Billy Collins. Self explanatory.
Insiders Guide to the Twin Cities, Fifth Edition by Todd Berger, et al. An update to our travel collection.
Parenting Collection (shelved downstairs)
Kitchen Table Play and Learn: Activities and lessons for Building Your Preschooler's Vital Developmental Skills by Tara Copley and Andrea Custer. "Thirty lessons offer step-by-step activities that help you foster important skills in your preschooler and let you set the pace for learning. All you need are inexpensive, everyday items from around the house!"
The Mislabeled Child: How Understanding Your Child's Unique Learning Style Can Open the Door to Success by Brock and Fernette Eide. "The Eides provide a comprehensive look at learning differences ranging from dyslexia to dysgraphia, to attention problems, to giftedness, and offer specific suggestions to help children at school and at home, while clarifying the diagnoses and providing resources to help."
The Gift of Fear: And Other Survival Signals That Can Save Your Life by Gavin De Becker. De Becker "shows you how to spot even subtle signs of danger - before it's too late. Shattering the myth that most violent acts are unpredictable, De Becker...offers specific ways to protect yourself and those you love."
ReadyMade: How to Make {Almost} Everything by Shoshana Berger and Grace Hawthorne. A dream book for crafty do-it-yourselfers. Make a Beer Can Room Divider, Coat Hanger Wine Rack, Denim Dog Bed, or a Carpet Kiddie Chair.
Sandra Lee Semi-Homemade Slow Cooker Recipes by Sandra Lee. Food Network's popular host presents another cookbook.
Batavia's Graveyard by Mike Dash. The Batavia was a Dutch East India Company ship that crashed upon a reef off the coast of Australia in 1628. The disgruntled crew was already planning mutiny before the wreck, and after their marooning things got really ugly. The insane and charismatic lead mutineer Jeronimus Corneliszoon was deluded by religious fanaticism. Corneliszoon guided his mutineers to the murder 125 fellow survivors until a rescue party arrives from Java. If you read the recently acquired, and very brief, Wreck of the Batavia by Simon Leys you'll likely love Batavia's Graveyard.
Chicken Soup for the Breast Cancer Survivor's Soul edited by Jack Canfield, et al.
The Best American Poetry 2006 edited by Billy Collins. Self explanatory.
Insiders Guide to the Twin Cities, Fifth Edition by Todd Berger, et al. An update to our travel collection.
Parenting Collection (shelved downstairs)
Kitchen Table Play and Learn: Activities and lessons for Building Your Preschooler's Vital Developmental Skills by Tara Copley and Andrea Custer. "Thirty lessons offer step-by-step activities that help you foster important skills in your preschooler and let you set the pace for learning. All you need are inexpensive, everyday items from around the house!"
The Mislabeled Child: How Understanding Your Child's Unique Learning Style Can Open the Door to Success by Brock and Fernette Eide. "The Eides provide a comprehensive look at learning differences ranging from dyslexia to dysgraphia, to attention problems, to giftedness, and offer specific suggestions to help children at school and at home, while clarifying the diagnoses and providing resources to help."
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