Cynthia Nixon, Tim Matheson to Play First Couple in TV's KILLING REAGAN
by Caryn Robbins
- May 6, 2016
National Geographic Channel (NGC) announced today that veteran actor Tim Matheson (“The West Wing,” “Burn Notice,” “Animal House”) will star as the actor turned California governor turned president in the network's forthcoming two-hour scripted movie Killing Reagan
Penn Brewery Celebrates Rare Craft Beer Feat of 30 Years in Business and 'Appeels' to Craft Drinkers With New Tangerine Swirl Summer Ale Rollout
by Marina Kennedy
- May 5, 2016
In 1986, Ronald Reagan was in the White House, Top Gun was playing in theaters, a new Ford Mustang cost $7500 and Pennsylvania's pioneer craft beer, Penn Pilsner, was sold for the first time. After thirty years, the brand is still going strong, a testament to its quality and timeless appeal. The Brewery will celebrate its 30th anniversary with special products, packaging, and events including the Pennsylvania Microbrewers' Festival, throughout the year.
Really Big Coloring Books Releases Donald Trump Coloring Book
by Christina Mancuso
- May 2, 2016
In the continuation of creating products on American true-to-life modern day cultural icons St. Louis based publisher Really Big Coloring Books, Inc. releases factual 'unauthorized biography' on Donald J. Trump. The book, The Real Man Donald J. Trump - 'Making America Great Again', is accompanied with a new CD-song 'Upgrade America' written and performed by The Color Tones. The St. Louis four member band has a combined 50+ years of experience in the creation, design and performance of music. For a full version of the song please contact the coloring book company and an MP3 will be emailed immediately.
Dav Pilkey Gives Away Books at 50 Schools Nationwide For Summer Reading
by Christina Mancuso
- Apr 20, 2016
NEW YORK, April 20, 2016 /PRNewswire/ To help get kids reading more books this summer, bestselling children's author Dav Pilkey (Captain Underpants and the new Dog Man series)is a real-life reading superhero, giving free books to schools across the country.More than 4,000 educators entered the first-ever Dav Pilkey 'Be a Reading Superhero' Educator Contest, and one school from each U.S. state*wasselected as the winning school. Each of the winning schools will receive a new Scholastic book for every student in the school to take home to kick off summer reading.The contest is in support of the 2016 Scholastic Summer Reading Challenge a free reading program that helps kids take a 'summer leap' into books and keep kids reading all summer. Parents and educators can learn more about the challenge and register kids to participate at http://www.scholastic.com/summer.
Abby Books Celebrates Doris Day's 92nd Birthday with New Movie Poster Book
by Christina Mancuso
- Apr 6, 2016
In celebration of singer and actress Doris Day's 92nd birthday, Abby Books has published a commemorative movie posters book featuring posters from 20 of her best films.
Titled 20 Doris Day Movie Posters, the mini-book includes full-sized posters on 8 x 10 pages from the Hollywood icon's following films:
Romance on the High Seas (1948), her film debut.
Young Man with a Horn (1950) opposite the legendary Kirk Douglas and Lauren Bacall.
Lullaby of Broadway (1951), one of her best earliest films.
On Moonlight Bay (1951), a musical with Gordon MacRae.
Storm Warning (1951), a film noir thriller starring Ginger Rogers and Ronald Reagan.
I'll See You in My Dreams (1952) opposite Danny Thomas, best known as the star of the TV series, Make Room for Daddy.
By the Light of the Silvery Moon (1953), sequel to On Moonlight Bay (1951).
Calamity Jane (1953), a lighthearted musical opposite Howard Keel.
Love Me or Leave Me (1955), opposite the great James Cagney in a biographical romantic musical drama which tells the life story of Ruth Etting.
Young at Heart (1955), a musical with legendary entertainer Frank Sinatra.
Alfred Hitchcock's suspense thriller, The Man Who Knew Too Much (1956), which won an Academy Award for Best Song for Whatever Will Be, Will Be (Que Sera, Sera), sung by Doris Day, which became her signature song.
The Pajama Game (1957), based on the stage musical of the same name.
Teacher's Pet (1958), romantic comedy opposite the iconic Clark Gable.
Pillow Talk (1959), the first of three her memorable romantic comedies with Rock Hudson which earned her an Academy Award nomination for Best Actress in a Leading Role.
Midnight Lace (1960), a box office hit mystery thriller with Rex Harrison.
Lover Come Back (1961), her second film, also a romantic comedy, with Hudson.
That Touch of Mink (1962), a romantic comedy with the iconic Cary Grant.
The Thrill of It All (1963), a romantic comedy with wry, handsome leading man James Garner.
Move Over Darling (1964), a comedy film, her second with Garner.
And, Send Me No Flowers (1964), her third film, a comedy, with Hudson.
Day was one of the top box office and pop stars of the '50s and '60s, In all, she appeared in 39 feature films. The last film was 1968's With Six You Get Eggroll.
20 Doris Day Movie Posters is available from Abby Books at www.classicmovieposters.com. The book is 26 pages and sells for $12.95.
Ronald Regain Releases TRICKLE DOWN FOR DUMMIES
by Christina Mancuso
- Apr 5, 2016
Getting inspiration from the book 'Wealth and Democracy' by Kevin Phillips, an economist for the administration of then President Ronald Reagan, author Ronald Regain read dozens of related economic and historic books. He decided to produce one cartoon-illustrated quick read for the American voters and the result of which is 'Trickle Down for Dummies' (published by Trafford Publishing).
Bob Rowen Pens ATLAS DROPPED THE BALL
by Christina Mancuso
- Apr 5, 2016
In a nation of government privatization, Daniel Boyd just wants to do what's right and get his life on track. In Bob Rowen's 'Atlas Dropped the Ball' (published by Archway Publishing), Daniel finds himself torn between a girlfriend who wants to do what's best for the people and a boss whose only concern is profits and the bottom line. Will Daniel be able to choose between the two, or will the choice be made for him?
ABC News' Bob Woodruff to Receive NAB Distinguished Service Award
by Caryn Robbins
- Mar 24, 2016
Bob Woodruff, renowned ABC News television journalist, will receive the NAB Distinguished Service Award (DSA) during the 2016 NAB Show in Las Vegas. Woodruff will accept the award at the NAB Show Opening, sponsored by Blackmagic Design, on Monday, April 18.
VIDEO: Sneak Peek - 'Pastor Tim' Episode of FX's THE AMERICANS
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- Mar 17, 2016
On the next episode of THE AMERICANS titeld "Pastor Tim" - Philip tries with increasing desperation to get rid of a sensitive and dangerous package as family tensions in the Jennings House reach a boiling point when Paige shares a secret of her own.
Tenor Ronan Tynan to Return to the State Theatre in April
by Tyler Peterson
- Mar 16, 2016
Introduced to the world internationally as a member of the renowned Irish Tenors, Ronan Tynan is known for his unique voice and irresistible appeal. His incredible repertoire will be on display at the State Theatre on Friday, April 15.
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