Author: Billy C. Wirtz
Publisher: Tickling Keys, Inc.
ISBN: 161547014X
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 143
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Neither an exposé of the dark underbelly of wrestling nor a justification of its existence, Red Headed Geek is a loving, firsthand look inside the regional wrestling circuits of yesteryear by a former manager who’s been tossed from the ring, bashed with a folding chair, and had painfully honest conversations with the wrestlers themselves. Billy C. Wirtz gives a distinct view of the strange world of wrestling, offering a look into the actual workings of the business and the underlying reasons for its popularity, as well as an explanation for its status as an often maligned and misunderstood subculture and its vital role in American working-class entertainment. He recounts his painful “on-the-job” training—explaining certain practices and dispelling some commonly held myths and beliefs—and discusses his personal and professional relationships with wrestlers such as the Fabulous Moolah, Diamond Lil, Sir Oliver Humperdink, and dozens of others, from the legendary to the never-heard-ofs. The book also contains a glossary of wrestling slang for those who aren’t as familiar with the sport. For the die-hard fan or the total nonbeliever, this book presents one man’s honest perspective and observations on a fascinating subculture.
Author: Harry Knowles
Publisher: Grand Central Pub
ISBN: 9780446525978
Category : Performing Arts
Languages : en
Pages : 318
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Presents a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the realm of Hollywood, exposing guarded secrets about scripts, casting, production, test screenings, and the release of films.
Author: Scott Rubin
Publisher: Workman Publishing
ISBN: 164170344X
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 417
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The ultimate book of baby names for comic book nerds, sci-fi fans and more—with the meanings and stories behind more than 1,000 names! Having trouble finding a baby name that celebrates your favorite fandom? Whether you want your child’s name to stand out in a crowd or fit in on the playground, Naming Your Little Geek is here to save the day! This ultimate guidebook is complete with every name a geek could want to give their baby—from Anakin and Frodo to Indiana and Clark; and from Gwen and Wanda to Buffy and Xena—plus their meanings, and a list of all the legends who have borne them. Naming Your Little Geek covers everything from comic book superheroes to role-playing game icons, Starfleet officers to sword and sorcery legends with characters who have appeared on film and TV, in novels and comic books, on the tabletop, and beyond. With nearly 1,100 names referencing more than 4,400 characters from over 1,800 unique sources, it's the perfect resource for parents naming a child or anyone looking for a super cool and meaningful new name.
Author: Sarvenaz Tash
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1481456539
Category : JUVENILE FICTION
Languages : en
Pages : 256
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Graham Posner's trying to get his best friend Roxana to fall in love with him by planning the perfect weekend for her at Comic-Con.
Author: Anne Tyler
Publisher: Vintage
ISBN: 0525658424
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 177
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NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • BOOKER PRIZE NOMINEE • From the beloved Pulitzer Prize–winning author, a sparkling novel about misperception, second chances, and the sometimes elusive power of human connection. Micah Mortimer is a creature of habit. A self-employed tech expert, superintendent of his Baltimore apartment building, cautious to a fault behind the steering wheel, he seems content leading a steady, circumscribed life. But one day his routines are blown apart when his woman friend (he refuses to call anyone in her late thirties a "girlfriend") tells him she's facing eviction, and a teenager shows up at Micah's door claiming to be his son. These surprises, and the ways they throw Micah's meticulously organized life off-kilter, risk changing him forever. An intimate look into the heart and mind of a man who finds those around him just out of reach, and a funny, joyful, deeply compassionate story about seeing the world through new eyes, Redhead by the Side of the Road is a triumph, filled with Anne Tyler's signature wit and gimlet-eyed observation.
Author: Alex Langley
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 144023292X
Category : Humor
Languages : en
Pages : 240
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And the GEEKS shall inherit the earth! Although it may not be good for their pasty white skin, Geeks these days are enjoying a moment in the sun. From Pop Culture to High-Tech Everything, Geeks rule and everybody else, well, drools. Drawing on his own knowledge of being a geek for almost 30 years, author Alex Langley provides essential advice for growth and survival for the modern Geek, including the top five games to play on your phone while listening to boring graduation speeches. There are also quotes and anecdotes from classic Geek gods such as Bill Gates, Sheldon Cooper, Felicia Day, "Weird" Al Yankovic and Dr. Who, that inspire all geeks to embrace not only your iPhones and Xboxes, but who you are. Let's face it, sometimes being the smartest person in the room isn't enough. And when it's not, The Geek Handbook can help. You'll discover: • Basics on social interaction, both online and off. • Fashion: just because you can wear socks and sandals doesn't mean you should. • Making friends, making dinner, making babies. • Warning signs your appliances might secretly be plotting against you. • Geeky charities that give a +1 to your Light Side score. • Geek girls: tips on interacting with or becoming one of these burgeoning beauties. So get your Geek on, and keep it on with The Geek Handbook.
Author: Daniel Morris
Publisher: Daniel Isaac Morris
ISBN: 0982825005
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 318
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A mystery set in Southwestern Pennsylvania and Northern West Virginia. When young co-eds begin to disappear in Southwestern Pennsylvania Eden Whitloe and his assistant Shele Ocevanseek psychic assistance in their investigation of the enigmatic torces that may have shaped the history of the region and continue to influence happenings in West Virginia and Southwestern Pennsylvania.
Author: Tara Ariano
Publisher: Quirk Books
ISBN: 9781594740428
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 264
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Saluting the unsung heroes of the entertainment industry, this guide identifies "famous" character actors and actresses. It includes a full-color photo section for easy identification and an informative--and irreverent--biography.
Author: John Grasso
Publisher: Scarecrow Press
ISBN: 0810879263
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 445
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Wrestling as a legitimate contest is one of the oldest, if not the oldest form of sport. There are cave drawings depicting memorable matches in France, which are over 15,000 years old. Egyptian and Babylonian reliefs depict wrestling bouts where wrestlers are using most of the holds known to the modern-day sport. Wrestling was also a big part of ancient Greek literature and legend and historical records of sport indicate that wrestling under various sets of rules was contested at the Ancient Olympic Games in Greece. Today’s modern wrestling is a form of "sports entertainment" in which highly skilled athletes enact wrestling matches in such a way so that their opponents do not get hurt and the matches' endings are scripted (although the audience is not aware of the script). This Historical Dictionary of Wrestling covers the history of Wrestling through a chronology, an introductory essay, appendixes, and an extensive bibliography. The dictionary section has over 600 cross-referenced entries on important amateur and professional wrestling, wrestling personalities, announcers, managers and promoters from all eras, and wrestling organizations. This book is an excellent access point for students, researchers, and anyone wanting to know more about the sport of Wrestling.
Author: Kylie Hillman
Publisher: Daemon Blonde Publishing
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 408
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He failed her once. It won't happen a second time. Only daughter of the volatile president of the Black Shamrocks MC and long-suffering sister to four overprotective brothers, Madelaine O'Brien has survived circumstances that would have broken a lesser woman. Mik "Mad Dog" Kennedy is her salvation, her reward for continuing to fight, and the matching piece of her soul. With her life finally happy and on track, will the reappearance of the monster from her past be the event that finally breaks her? Or will he be the catalyst she needs to put it all behind her once and for all? They say when life gives you lemons, make lemonade. What happens when life keeps sending you demons who refuse to stay buried? Do you lie down and accept defeat or rise to the seemingly unwinnable challenge and start seizing control? Seizing Control is the first book in the Black Shamrocks MC series. A dark and gritty tale of salvation, this story is set in a world where deceit is the norm and blood ties aren't to be trusted. Some readers may find events in this story confronting so reader discretion is advised. PLEASE NOTE: this story was originally published in 2015 under the same title. It has been revised, re-edited, and republished in 2022, although the main gist of the story remains the same. mafia, new world order, bratva, clan, rich, millionaire, royalty, aristocrat, espionage, stalker, abduction, gripping, dangerous, fast-paced, thriller, alpha, antihero, wealthy, nobility, new adult, politician, billionaire, kidnap, international, interracial, dark, baby, pregnancy, amnesia, trauma, therapy, outlaw, biker, MC, motorcycle club, contemporary, family, drama, assassin, teacher, the new holy trinity, religious themes, wedding, childhood abuse survivor, workplace, music, musician, mute hero, hero with touch phobia, hero who can't be touched, heroine with pain and force kink, kickass heroine, disabled hero, sunshine and grumpy, engagement, casino, doctor, hospital, sick child, Secret Billionaire, Friends to Lovers, Stuck Together, group therapy, Forbidden Love, Second Chance, Soul Mates, Fake Relationship, love triangle, menage
