People collect comics for many different reasons; nostalgia, artistic appreciation, investment potential, and cultural significance. For many, comic books serve as gateways to cherished memories of adolescence, bringing them back to a happy time through stories, characters, and the adventures which captured their imaginations in the first place.The artwork and storytelling … [Read more...] about Decoding Comic Authentication
Celebrating the Heart of Literature: Independent Bookstore Day
In the bustling landscape of the literally scene, one unique event stands out: Independent Bookstore Day. This annual occasion is always held on the last Saturday in April, and is a tribute to the resilience and passion of independent bookstores.Cherished by book lovers and local communities alike, Independent Bookstore Day reminds us of the invaluable role … [Read more...] about Celebrating the Heart of Literature: Independent Bookstore Day
Rare Superman comic breaks records selling for $6M
Action Comics #1 is iconic for many reasons, but part of what makes it so valuable, is that this was first edition to introduce Superman.Last week, a rare copy the book was bought by an anonymous collector for a record breaking 6 Million dollars US. This price tag makes it the most expensive comic ever sold. The previous record was for the same edition, Action Comic #1, … [Read more...] about Rare Superman comic breaks records selling for $6M
Important Eye Care Exercises for Bookworms
Eyes are one of the most important organs in our bodies, but many of us neglect the importance of the eye care. We assume that vision decline is just a natural part of aging. However, that's not necessarily true.According to Dr. Jane Barratt, Secretary General of International Federation of Aging (IFA), "80 percent of vision loss is preventable... vision loss is no longer … [Read more...] about Important Eye Care Exercises for Bookworms
End of a family authorship legacy, Babar heir dies
Laurent de Brunhoff, the artist who revived his father’s picture book series about beloved children's character, Babar the elephant, has died at the age of 98. According to the New York Times, de Brunhoff passed away on Friday, at his home in Key West, from complications of a stroke. Legacy Left Behind Babar the elephant’s first appearance dates back to the 1930’s. This … [Read more...] about End of a family authorship legacy, Babar heir dies
The Neverending Story Continues with New Film Adaptations
See-Saw Films, known for producing acclaimed movies like The Power of the Dog and The King’s Speech, has just announced that it has secured the rights to adapt beloved children's novel, The Neverending Story, into a series of live-action feature films.Written by German author Michael Ende in the late 1970’s, The Neverending Story is a fantasy novel which centres around a … [Read more...] about The Neverending Story Continues with New Film Adaptations
Dr. Seuss/Warner Bros. partnership announces first film
Warner Animation Group and Dr. Seuss Enterprises are hoping that one of the places you’ll go... is to the movie theatre.Taking a page out of other long established publishing brands, like Marvel and DC Comics, a new partnership between Warner Bros and Dr. Seuss Enterprises is set to release its first project. The partnership was first announced in Oct 2018, and later … [Read more...] about Dr. Seuss/Warner Bros. partnership announces first film
Library removes fees in exchange of cute cat photos
Libraries are renowned for their innovative community outreach programs. From painting workshops, to teen book clubs, to ESL classes and engaging public speakers, there is no end to what a library may offer.A unique and adorable program out of Massachusetts is garnering a large amount of feel-good press. March Meowness is happening now, and it's the purrfect combination of … [Read more...] about Library removes fees in exchange of cute cat photos
New “Reading Rainbow” film is nostalgic and impactful
For children of the 80's and 90's, our educational TV time was all about learning our A,B,C’s and 1,2,3’s. Along with Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood and Sesame Street, we had Reading Rainbow.This hugely popular children’s show aired from 1983 to 2006, with LeVar Burton of Star Trek:The Next Generation fame, as the main host. The purpose of the show, was to encourage children … [Read more...] about New “Reading Rainbow” film is nostalgic and impactful
Misspelled Potter book: Bought for pennies & sold for thousands
Initially sold in 1997 for $.38 cents at a second-hand shop in London, an extremely rare original copy of Harry Potter and the Philosophers’ Stone has just sold for $17,000. From Trash to Treasure The story around this misfit-misprint is quite amusing.The 52-year-old seller, who wishes to remain anonymous, shared in an interview, "In 1997, when I was 26…I didn’t have much … [Read more...] about Misspelled Potter book: Bought for pennies & sold for thousands
‘Harry Potter’ TV Series Rumoured Cast
Updated March 3rd, 2024. Please note, many of the source materials and links for this piece have changed in the last 24 hours. As such, for now, please note this is the “Suspected Cast”. We will be sure to share the Official Press Release from Warner Bros. when it is issued. We apologise for any inconvenience. The recent confirmation of a Harry Potter TV series adaptation … [Read more...] about ‘Harry Potter’ TV Series Rumoured Cast
Alex Van Halen to release memoir
The bond between brothers can be unshakeable and unbreakable. Alex and Eddie Van Halen had such a bond. In a new memoir, Brothers, Alex Van Halen is digging deep and pulling back the curtain on his late brother Eddie.Besides for a brief statement after his brother's death in 2020, “Hey, Ed. Love you. See you on the other side. Your brother, Al,” Alex has not shared very … [Read more...] about Alex Van Halen to release memoir
Tell us what you think: Survey on A.I. Training
The rapid progression of Artificial Intelligence has led to new and unprecedented circumstances for societies around the world. Generative technologies have been thrust into multiple sectors of life; business, law, education, content creation, writing and journalism- to name a few.As such, we are now faced with complex legal and moral issues surrounding AI's ingestion of … [Read more...] about Tell us what you think: Survey on A.I. Training
Indigo Gets a Buyout Offer
In a brief statement, Indigo reported that it has received a buyout proposal in early February from Trilogy Retail Holdings Inc. and Trilogy Investments L.P. to acquire all of the common shares of Indigo that Trilogy does not already own.The two Trilogy firms are personal holding companies of Gerald Schwartz. Schwartz is already a company insider as he sits on Indigo's … [Read more...] about Indigo Gets a Buyout Offer
Turning tragedy into inspiration: Bruce Willis memoir to be released
Emma Heming Willis is a woman of many talents; actor, producer, model, wife, mother, caregiver and soon to be, author. Heming Willis has recently announced that she is writing a book about her family’s journey of caregiving for her husband, actor and movie star, Bruce Willis.In March 2022, the actor's family announced that he was retiring from Hollywood as he had been … [Read more...] about Turning tragedy into inspiration: Bruce Willis memoir to be released
Book Bans: PEN America v. Escambia County
As we recently reported, The Escambia County School District School Board currently has over 1,600 books off their book shelves and on a "challenged list" waiting review. While the books are going through the "review process", they are removed from classrooms and circulation.District spokesperson Cody Strother told the Pensacola News Journal that the books, “have not been … [Read more...] about Book Bans: PEN America v. Escambia County