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Books in Art: The Yellow Book-Volume 6, 1895

Posted on June 17, 2013 by maedez

An illustration from The Yellow Book-Volume 6. 1895.

The Yellow Book, 1895.

Books in Art: “Adversity” Illustration by Edith Mahier

Posted on May 11, 2013 by maedez

“Adversity” illustration by Edith Mahier, from the Tulane University yearbook. 1915.

Edith Mahier Illustration, 1915. Tulane University Yearbook.

[Book Nerd Links] Interview with New ‘Wizard of Oz’ Cover Designer

Posted on March 20, 2013 by maedez

Huff Post Books interviews skateboard designer Michael Sieben about his illustrations for a new edition of L. Frank Baum’s The Wonderful Wizard of Oz. I think his work is whimsical, refreshing, and exquisite.

New ‘Wizard of Oz’ Cover : Designer Michael Sieben Interview [courtesy Huff Post Books]

Be sure to come back and share your impressions in the comment section.

R.I.P. Norman Lloyd (1914-2021)

Norman Lloyd, long a personal favorite of mine, was a fascinating man and performer. Norman Lloyd Dead [THE HOLLYWOOD REPORTER]

R.I.P. Geoffrey Scott

Geoffrey Scott was from a younger generation than the performers I normally write about, but his handsome presence was ubiquitous during my 1980s childhood. From Dynasty to The Love Boat, Night Court, and Battle of the Network Stars, his charisma and acting ability lit up the small screen for decades. He will be missed. Geoffrey […]

Kirk Douglas: 1916-2020

[2019 Reel Infatuation Blogathon] But Baby Think of Me Once in Awhile: On Andy Travis as Television’s Best (and Hunkiest) Boss

Welcome to the 2019 Reel Infatuation Blogathon! Baby, If You’ve Ever Wondered: It still seems like yesterday that the idea for RI popped in my head. It was actually in December 2015, while in a hotel room getting ready for a holiday party, when it occurred to me that there was a gap in the classic […]

Announcing the 2019 Reel Infatuation Blogathon!

This is one of my favorite events of the year, and not just because I’m the co-hostess. It’s simply that good. And fun. Oh, so much fun! Here’s my original announcement. ANNOUNCING THE 2019 REEL INFATUATION BLOGATHON I hope you’ll join us!