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John Green, author of the best-selling novel "Paper Towns," joined actor Nat Wolff, star of the new film adaptation, on TODAY

Start with the last two books I've read. They might seem to have little in common beyond certain obvious traits--author, cover, numbered pages, blurbs, etc. At no point while reading the books, one fiction and the other nonfiction, did I see a connection. I simply followed usage directions from my lifelong prescription: Pick a book, read it, pick another. Repeat as needed. 

] Step Up Productions is pleased to announce its full 2015-16 Season, kicking off this fall with Neil Simon's Tony Award-winning romantic comedy BAREFOOT IN THE PARK, directed by Michael Driscoll. Then, Step Up rings in the holidays with its third annual HOLIDAZE, a hilarious and heartfelt collection of original, holiday-themed short works by some of the industry's most talented young playwrights. The season concludes next spring with Noel Coward's comedy of manners PRIVATE LIVES, directed by Ian Frank. Step Up's full 2015-16 Season will be performed at its resident home, The Athenaeum Theatre, 2936 N. Southport Ave. in Chicago. Season subscriptions ($60 for all three productions) are currently available at www.stepupproductions.org or by calling The Athenaeum Box Office at (773) 935-6875. Single tickets for all productions will go on sale at a later date.

Mamma Mia!  My, my, how can we resist the international musical sensation based on the beloved songs of ABBA? Drayton Entertainment's Artistic Director Alex Mustakas today announced Mamma Mia! as the award-winning theatre organization's flagship production for the upcoming 2016 Season.

Atlantic Records and YouTube Space LA are partnering to present the 'PAPER TOWNS #GetLostGetFound' Live-Stream Concert. Join in on the fun and help celebrate the upcoming motion picture PAPER TOWNS and its soundtrack as the event streams live on the Atlantic Records YouTube channel and at http://papertownsmovie.com tonight, July 17, 6pm PDT/9pm EDT.

Atlantic Records and YouTube Space LA are partnering to present the 'PAPER TOWNS #GetLostGetFound' Live-Stream Concert. Join in on the fun and help celebrate the upcoming motion picture PAPER TOWNS

Atlantic Records has announced an array of activity surrounding today's release of 'PAPER TOWNS - ORIGINAL MOTION PICTURE SOUNDTRACK,' the musical companion to the eagerly awaited film from 20th Century Fox.

On July 5, Carole J. Bufford erupted onto the stage at Birdland for her first Sunday evening as hostess of the club's weekly Jazz Party (which had been helmed most recently by Natalie Douglas and Jane Monheit). The formidable vocalist, glamorous in clingy red, was aided and abetted by a top-notch (also well dressed—Bravo!) quartet featuring Joel Frahm on sax, Ray Marchia on drums, Tom Hubbard on bass, and Musical Director Ian Herman on piano. Special guests for Bufford's inaugural session were Janelle Velasquez and Lianne Marie Dobbs. With Bufford's audacious performance, smart choices, and attention to detail, Sundays promise to be a great deal more fun in midtown Manhattan.

Twentieth Century Fox today announced a very special event for its upcoming PAPER TOWNS: “Night on the Towns,” where fans will be the first to see the film and be included in a live simulcast experienc

Hilton Worldwide (NYSE:HLT) announced today the signing of a franchise license agreement to open DoubleTree by Hilton Hilo-Naniloa, which will join DoubleTree by Hilton's 100,000-room portfolio and nearly 40,000-room global pipeline. The oceanfront property, formerly the Hilo Naniloa Hotel and Golf Club, will undergo an $18.5 million large-scale transformation. The 12-story, 3-tower, 388-room property plans to fully convert in December 2015.

Atlantic Records, 20th Century Fox and Shazam have joined forces for the 'PAPER TOWNS SEARCH PARTY' campaign.

This Friday, May 15, DoubleTree by Hilton will take National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day global with an international cookie blitz to surprise unsuspecting travelers with tens of thousands of the brand's iconic chocolate chip and walnut cookies - the same signature greeting that is offered to each guest at check-in at DoubleTree by Hilton hotels worldwide. Whether journeying by air or ground, DoubleTree by Hilton is setting out to give travelers a sweet ride in honor of the day, teaming up with some of the world's leading transportation partners, including Virgin Atlantic, Virgin Australia, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Alamo Rent A Car and National Car Rental, to brighten travelers' days with free cookies at select airport locations in North America, the UK and Australia. Additionally, DoubleTree by Hilton invites anyone to walk into any of its more than 415 hotels around the world for a free cookie throughout the day - with or without a reservation.

Vulture.com, New York Magazine's culture and entertainment site, today announced additional events and participants for the 2nd-Annual Vulture Festival.

Hilton Worldwide and DoubleTree by Hilton today announced the opening of the DoubleTree by Hilton Lafayette, located near the city's vibrant downtown and less than three miles from Lafayette Regional Airport. Formerly a Hilton hotel, the property has undergone a $12 million transformation that includes a total redesign of the lobby, updated guest rooms, new furniture throughout the public areas, renovated pool and sun deck, reconstructed porte-cochère and revamped restaurant and bar concepts. The hotel is owned by Garrison Wright Prop Co JV LLC and managed by Hospitality Management Advisors.

29th April 2015, London – Simon & Schuster Children's Books (UK) today announced the acquisition of contemporary YA debut novel, Night Owls, from US author, Jenn Bennett.

Once upon a time the then holder of the Murgatroyd baronetcy was cursed by a witch. He was burning her at the time.

MTV today announced that Jessie J will bring her signature style and unmatchable sense of cool to burn up the red carpet of the '2015 MTV Movie Awards' as she hosts the spectacular Pre-Show airing LIVE tonight, April 12 at 7:30 p.m. ET.

Below, watch the first official trailer for 20th Century Fox's PAPER TOWNS, starring Nat Wolff, Cara Delevingne

The New Group hosts its 20th Anniversary gala tonight, March 9, 2015, celebrating Scott Elliott and hosted by Bobby Cannavale and Natasha Lyonne.

At 13 years old, Melody Truong posted a quote on her Tumblr page saying, 'I'm in love with cities I've never been to and people I've never met.' Someone credited the phrase to best-selling author John Green, of The Fault in our Stars.