Author: Harris Katleman
Publisher: RosettaBooks
ISBN: 0795352247
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 230
Book Description
A studio executive’s “superb memoir” of his years in the industry, filled with hilarious stories and hard-earned wisdom (Library Journal). From watching his colleague get shot in the testicles by a jealous producer to running Hollywood’s most successful TV studio, Harris Katleman had a front row seat in the development of the television industry. A classic account of the business side of entertainment, this book shares what really happened in the early careers of Hollywood stars and the development of iconic programs. Through a number of funny behind-the-scenes anecdotes, Katleman shares his journey from office boy to talent agent to television producer, and finally to studio head at both MGM and Twentieth Century Fox. Along the way, we meet industry giants including Rupert Murdoch, Bob Iger, Barry Diller, Marvin Davis, Kirk Kerkorian, Mark Goodson, and Lew Wasserman. This memoir goes beyond the story of a life in Hollywood. It is the story of crucial developments—how motion picture film libraries were opened for television licensing, how The Simpsons was birthed, and much more. “Not only does this book show his leadership in the television business, it shows how strongly he fought for groundbreaking shows that transformed the industry.”—David E. Kelley “A worthy entry in the lexicon of books chronicling Hollywood of yesteryear.”—Booklist
You Can't Fall Off the Floor
Author: Harris Katleman
Publisher: RosettaBooks
ISBN: 0795352247
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 230
Book Description
A studio executive’s “superb memoir” of his years in the industry, filled with hilarious stories and hard-earned wisdom (Library Journal). From watching his colleague get shot in the testicles by a jealous producer to running Hollywood’s most successful TV studio, Harris Katleman had a front row seat in the development of the television industry. A classic account of the business side of entertainment, this book shares what really happened in the early careers of Hollywood stars and the development of iconic programs. Through a number of funny behind-the-scenes anecdotes, Katleman shares his journey from office boy to talent agent to television producer, and finally to studio head at both MGM and Twentieth Century Fox. Along the way, we meet industry giants including Rupert Murdoch, Bob Iger, Barry Diller, Marvin Davis, Kirk Kerkorian, Mark Goodson, and Lew Wasserman. This memoir goes beyond the story of a life in Hollywood. It is the story of crucial developments—how motion picture film libraries were opened for television licensing, how The Simpsons was birthed, and much more. “Not only does this book show his leadership in the television business, it shows how strongly he fought for groundbreaking shows that transformed the industry.”—David E. Kelley “A worthy entry in the lexicon of books chronicling Hollywood of yesteryear.”—Booklist
Publisher: RosettaBooks
ISBN: 0795352247
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 230
Book Description
A studio executive’s “superb memoir” of his years in the industry, filled with hilarious stories and hard-earned wisdom (Library Journal). From watching his colleague get shot in the testicles by a jealous producer to running Hollywood’s most successful TV studio, Harris Katleman had a front row seat in the development of the television industry. A classic account of the business side of entertainment, this book shares what really happened in the early careers of Hollywood stars and the development of iconic programs. Through a number of funny behind-the-scenes anecdotes, Katleman shares his journey from office boy to talent agent to television producer, and finally to studio head at both MGM and Twentieth Century Fox. Along the way, we meet industry giants including Rupert Murdoch, Bob Iger, Barry Diller, Marvin Davis, Kirk Kerkorian, Mark Goodson, and Lew Wasserman. This memoir goes beyond the story of a life in Hollywood. It is the story of crucial developments—how motion picture film libraries were opened for television licensing, how The Simpsons was birthed, and much more. “Not only does this book show his leadership in the television business, it shows how strongly he fought for groundbreaking shows that transformed the industry.”—David E. Kelley “A worthy entry in the lexicon of books chronicling Hollywood of yesteryear.”—Booklist
You Can't Fall Off the Floor
Author: Roxy McLaughlin
Publisher: Dog Ear Publishing
ISBN: 1598589733
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 318
Book Description
OBITUARY Lillian Enchman -Levy; LIDENVILLE, NY - Lillian Enchman-Levy, 83, a 52 year resident of Lindenville passed away Sunday, November 5, 2006 at her home, in her bed, in her sleep. She wouldn't have it any other way. Lillian was born in Brooklyn, New York on March 9, 1925 to the late Rosmond and Noah Schaeffer. Mrs. Levy was a housewife until her first husband died and left her to raise two of their four children alone. She became a bookkeeper in the leather industry and there, she funneled money to subsidize her gambling addiction. She was arrested for embezzlement, a felony, in 1986. Spirited, hilarious, stubborn, conniving and a "bitch on wheels" are words that best describe her. Known for her culinary skills, Lillian especially enjoyed bringing family together for great food, fighting, and guilt by manipulation. Lillian later married Mordecai "Morty" Levy, a general air-conditioning/ plumbing repair guy - supplier and philanderer. Lillian is survived by her husband, Morty Levy of Lidenville; a son/sun - center of the universe, Robert and his wife, Harriet, of Avon, Connecticut; a daughter- the controlling, manipulative and not so bright Carrie Hammond of Upstate, New York; a daughter - righteous. street smart and self made woman Sarah and her husband, Ray Keegan of Upstate, New York; son, Michael, who she never really cared about because she never wanted him in the first place, and his wife, Jocelyn, of Switzerland; a stepson Richard Levy, who she despised, of Brooklyn, New York; seven grandchildren and one great grandchild. A service will be held Tuesday, at The Atlantic City Casino, where afterwards, Lillian's cremains will be scattered amongst all the black-jack tables. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Gamblers Anonymous.
Publisher: Dog Ear Publishing
ISBN: 1598589733
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 318
Book Description
OBITUARY Lillian Enchman -Levy; LIDENVILLE, NY - Lillian Enchman-Levy, 83, a 52 year resident of Lindenville passed away Sunday, November 5, 2006 at her home, in her bed, in her sleep. She wouldn't have it any other way. Lillian was born in Brooklyn, New York on March 9, 1925 to the late Rosmond and Noah Schaeffer. Mrs. Levy was a housewife until her first husband died and left her to raise two of their four children alone. She became a bookkeeper in the leather industry and there, she funneled money to subsidize her gambling addiction. She was arrested for embezzlement, a felony, in 1986. Spirited, hilarious, stubborn, conniving and a "bitch on wheels" are words that best describe her. Known for her culinary skills, Lillian especially enjoyed bringing family together for great food, fighting, and guilt by manipulation. Lillian later married Mordecai "Morty" Levy, a general air-conditioning/ plumbing repair guy - supplier and philanderer. Lillian is survived by her husband, Morty Levy of Lidenville; a son/sun - center of the universe, Robert and his wife, Harriet, of Avon, Connecticut; a daughter- the controlling, manipulative and not so bright Carrie Hammond of Upstate, New York; a daughter - righteous. street smart and self made woman Sarah and her husband, Ray Keegan of Upstate, New York; son, Michael, who she never really cared about because she never wanted him in the first place, and his wife, Jocelyn, of Switzerland; a stepson Richard Levy, who she despised, of Brooklyn, New York; seven grandchildren and one great grandchild. A service will be held Tuesday, at The Atlantic City Casino, where afterwards, Lillian's cremains will be scattered amongst all the black-jack tables. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Gamblers Anonymous.
An Unspeakable Hope
Author: Leon Ford
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 198218728X
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 320
Book Description
"An unforgettable and stirring memoir in the vein of Free Cyntoia, Just Mercy, and The Sum of Us that both inspires and upends our understanding about the future of policing in the United States. In 2012, nineteen-year-old Leon Ford was shot five times by a Pittsburgh police officer as he was racially profiled during a case of mistaken identity. When he woke up in the hospital, he was faced with two life-changing realities: he was a new father, and he was paralyzed from the waist down. Now, Ford reveals how he faced these new truths and discovered the power of forgiveness and letting go of his hatred. He explains how his harrowing experience inspired his lifelong commitment to social activism. In the wake of countless similar shootings across the country over the years, he has dedicated himself to bridging the gap between the police and the communities they are supposed to serve. With his compassionate voice, Ford not only offers fresh, counterintuitive advice for social change but also demonstrates how together, we can end police brutality and heal as a country. As he once said, "Lead with love. Start compassionate conversations even with individuals and systems that have caused you pain. I know from experience that you can make your pain purposeful.""--
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 198218728X
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 320
Book Description
"An unforgettable and stirring memoir in the vein of Free Cyntoia, Just Mercy, and The Sum of Us that both inspires and upends our understanding about the future of policing in the United States. In 2012, nineteen-year-old Leon Ford was shot five times by a Pittsburgh police officer as he was racially profiled during a case of mistaken identity. When he woke up in the hospital, he was faced with two life-changing realities: he was a new father, and he was paralyzed from the waist down. Now, Ford reveals how he faced these new truths and discovered the power of forgiveness and letting go of his hatred. He explains how his harrowing experience inspired his lifelong commitment to social activism. In the wake of countless similar shootings across the country over the years, he has dedicated himself to bridging the gap between the police and the communities they are supposed to serve. With his compassionate voice, Ford not only offers fresh, counterintuitive advice for social change but also demonstrates how together, we can end police brutality and heal as a country. As he once said, "Lead with love. Start compassionate conversations even with individuals and systems that have caused you pain. I know from experience that you can make your pain purposeful.""--
From the Ground Up
Author: Theo St. Francis
Publisher: Zebrafish Neuro
ISBN: 057861913X
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 301
Book Description
Every individual who endures a spinal cord injury leaves the hospital thinking the same thing: "Now what?" There is no agreed-upon protocol, or even set of best-practices, for how to reconnect a paralyzed body. Drawing from movement disciplines not usually associated with paralysis recovery, the authors, Theo St. Francis and Stephanie Comella, apply the science of biotensegrity and the innate capacity of the body to heal itself to the challenge of neurological reconnection. With fully-illustrated exercise descriptions, this clinical perspective is written for both those recovering from spinal cord injury and for their movement trainers. From the Ground Up is an in-depth exploration of how to claim ownership of the recovery journey, both inside and out.
Publisher: Zebrafish Neuro
ISBN: 057861913X
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 301
Book Description
Every individual who endures a spinal cord injury leaves the hospital thinking the same thing: "Now what?" There is no agreed-upon protocol, or even set of best-practices, for how to reconnect a paralyzed body. Drawing from movement disciplines not usually associated with paralysis recovery, the authors, Theo St. Francis and Stephanie Comella, apply the science of biotensegrity and the innate capacity of the body to heal itself to the challenge of neurological reconnection. With fully-illustrated exercise descriptions, this clinical perspective is written for both those recovering from spinal cord injury and for their movement trainers. From the Ground Up is an in-depth exploration of how to claim ownership of the recovery journey, both inside and out.
Dictionary of Authentic American Proverbs
Author: Wolfgang Mieder
Publisher: Berghahn Books
ISBN: 1800731329
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 241
Book Description
Dictionary of Authentic American Proverbs offers a comprehensive reference guide for distinctly American proverbs. Compiled by Wolfgang Mieder, a key figure in the field of proverb studies, this compendium features nearly 1,500 proverbs with American origins, spanning the 17th century to present day, including a scholarly introduction exploring the history of proverbs in America, the structure and variants of these proverbs, known authors and sources, and cultural values expressed in these proverbs. Along with a comprehensive bibliography of proverb collections and interpretive scholarship, this dictionary offers a glimpse into the history of American social and cultural attitudes through uniquely American language.
Publisher: Berghahn Books
ISBN: 1800731329
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 241
Book Description
Dictionary of Authentic American Proverbs offers a comprehensive reference guide for distinctly American proverbs. Compiled by Wolfgang Mieder, a key figure in the field of proverb studies, this compendium features nearly 1,500 proverbs with American origins, spanning the 17th century to present day, including a scholarly introduction exploring the history of proverbs in America, the structure and variants of these proverbs, known authors and sources, and cultural values expressed in these proverbs. Along with a comprehensive bibliography of proverb collections and interpretive scholarship, this dictionary offers a glimpse into the history of American social and cultural attitudes through uniquely American language.
You Can't Fall Off the Floor
Author: Jamie Prickett
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781956257403
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
THE BIG QUESTION ABOUT THIS BOOK IS...IS THIS A SMART INVESTMENT?It All Depends Whether... You are an ambitious entrepreneur or intrapreneur looking for a real way to grow your business, develop teams, and scale your personal wealth!You have been struggling in your business or startupYou have dedicated years or even decades to your insurance or financial advising practice, with the only growth being your impatience as your bank account is stuck on some unextraordinary numberYou are ready to elevate your life's work past the transactional, one-on-one client work and into leadership of huge organizations that can add a few zeros to your net worth fast!You want to see behind-the-scenes how a $50-million business is built from the ground-up, scaled, and sustained to grow bigger!
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781956257403
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
THE BIG QUESTION ABOUT THIS BOOK IS...IS THIS A SMART INVESTMENT?It All Depends Whether... You are an ambitious entrepreneur or intrapreneur looking for a real way to grow your business, develop teams, and scale your personal wealth!You have been struggling in your business or startupYou have dedicated years or even decades to your insurance or financial advising practice, with the only growth being your impatience as your bank account is stuck on some unextraordinary numberYou are ready to elevate your life's work past the transactional, one-on-one client work and into leadership of huge organizations that can add a few zeros to your net worth fast!You want to see behind-the-scenes how a $50-million business is built from the ground-up, scaled, and sustained to grow bigger!
In Defence of Plain English
Author: Victoria Branden
Publisher: Dundurn
ISBN: 1554881986
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 169
Book Description
This indispensable guide to the English language belongs beside the dictionary in every Canadian home. Written in an easy-to-understand light-hearted style, the content of the book is nevertheless serious and important. Our language is declining; illiteracy is rampant. Worse, the sloppy, incorrect use of language is perpetrated by educators, the media, politicians, and others who should be setting a good example. Besides giving simple illustrations of the correct use of grammar and choice of words, the author deals with the commonest offences: language misused, mis-spelled, and misunderstood, and the appalling use of words (usually incorrect) that many people consider sophisticated or "classy." Using actual quotations from essays of university students, the media, and even "good" books, the author clearly defines bad English and explains in a straightforward manner how to change it to good English. What makes this book unique is its complete lack of pretentiousness and its powerful plea for the return of plain English.
Publisher: Dundurn
ISBN: 1554881986
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 169
Book Description
This indispensable guide to the English language belongs beside the dictionary in every Canadian home. Written in an easy-to-understand light-hearted style, the content of the book is nevertheless serious and important. Our language is declining; illiteracy is rampant. Worse, the sloppy, incorrect use of language is perpetrated by educators, the media, politicians, and others who should be setting a good example. Besides giving simple illustrations of the correct use of grammar and choice of words, the author deals with the commonest offences: language misused, mis-spelled, and misunderstood, and the appalling use of words (usually incorrect) that many people consider sophisticated or "classy." Using actual quotations from essays of university students, the media, and even "good" books, the author clearly defines bad English and explains in a straightforward manner how to change it to good English. What makes this book unique is its complete lack of pretentiousness and its powerful plea for the return of plain English.
Bogg!
Author: Andrew Attias
Publisher: Bogg
ISBN: 1588986446
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 129
Book Description
A humorous tale in which three inept Dwarfs, unaware of each other's existence, get involved with an Ogre, a Mysterious Stranger, two Damsels in distress, bananas, a rebel plan to unseat a military dictator, killer droids and some Mexican guitarists in a lift, while unknowingly affecting the outcome of an alien invasion of Earth.
Publisher: Bogg
ISBN: 1588986446
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 129
Book Description
A humorous tale in which three inept Dwarfs, unaware of each other's existence, get involved with an Ogre, a Mysterious Stranger, two Damsels in distress, bananas, a rebel plan to unseat a military dictator, killer droids and some Mexican guitarists in a lift, while unknowingly affecting the outcome of an alien invasion of Earth.
Work in Progress
Author: Michael D. Eisner
Publisher: Disney Electronic Content
ISBN: 0786870915
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 589
Book Description
Disney CEO Michael Eisner's legendary self-reliance comes through in his narration of Work in Progress. He takes you with him as, again and again, he plunges into uncharted waters and comes up a stronger swimmer than he was before.
Publisher: Disney Electronic Content
ISBN: 0786870915
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 589
Book Description
Disney CEO Michael Eisner's legendary self-reliance comes through in his narration of Work in Progress. He takes you with him as, again and again, he plunges into uncharted waters and comes up a stronger swimmer than he was before.
Create Your Own Fate
Author: Elaine Northrop
Publisher: AuthorHouse
ISBN: 1452091854
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 214
Book Description
Nothing is "Beyond Belief" Imagination is the key to creating a new reality! Whatever you can imagine, you can implement. Whatever you believe to be actually creates the world you see. Life doesn't just happen to you. It responds to you and the thoughts that you are creating on a continuing basis. Although thoughts are not tangible, they are programmable and powerful. Thoughts can transform the abstract into the absolute. This book is about creative visualization or wishcraft which is a way of thinking that can change your life. The principles proposed in this book can propel you from poverty to prosperity and jumpstart your JOY as you learn how to transform your thoughts into reality. The process starts with a dream, a desire, or even just a wish. Wishes come in all sizes. One can wish small or one can wish big or tall. One can even choose not to wish at all, but wishing is really the key to creating a new reality. Everything that you can conceive of already exists or you couldn't even conceive of it. Creative visualization simply makes the invisible visible! Your beliefs are the key to making the invisible materialize. Predicting the future actually becomes possible once you realize that you can create your own future by propelling your dreams into reality. The world can be yours to have and to hold once you take control of your own destiny. That doesn't mean that you can control the events that will happen in your life, but you can control how you envision those events. Those visualizations can either empower you to excel or cripple you in crisis. If you want your life to change, try doing something strange. If you want your life to be different, do different, think different. Sometimes all that you need to change is your mind and your beliefs! Stop setting limits on your life! Become part of the cycle of life which is to Dream, desire, create and inspire.........
Publisher: AuthorHouse
ISBN: 1452091854
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 214
Book Description
Nothing is "Beyond Belief" Imagination is the key to creating a new reality! Whatever you can imagine, you can implement. Whatever you believe to be actually creates the world you see. Life doesn't just happen to you. It responds to you and the thoughts that you are creating on a continuing basis. Although thoughts are not tangible, they are programmable and powerful. Thoughts can transform the abstract into the absolute. This book is about creative visualization or wishcraft which is a way of thinking that can change your life. The principles proposed in this book can propel you from poverty to prosperity and jumpstart your JOY as you learn how to transform your thoughts into reality. The process starts with a dream, a desire, or even just a wish. Wishes come in all sizes. One can wish small or one can wish big or tall. One can even choose not to wish at all, but wishing is really the key to creating a new reality. Everything that you can conceive of already exists or you couldn't even conceive of it. Creative visualization simply makes the invisible visible! Your beliefs are the key to making the invisible materialize. Predicting the future actually becomes possible once you realize that you can create your own future by propelling your dreams into reality. The world can be yours to have and to hold once you take control of your own destiny. That doesn't mean that you can control the events that will happen in your life, but you can control how you envision those events. Those visualizations can either empower you to excel or cripple you in crisis. If you want your life to change, try doing something strange. If you want your life to be different, do different, think different. Sometimes all that you need to change is your mind and your beliefs! Stop setting limits on your life! Become part of the cycle of life which is to Dream, desire, create and inspire.........