Christina Rice

"I never was a sex symbol. Not in my head I wasn't." -- Jane Russell By the early 1950s, Jane Russell (1921--2011) should have been forgotten. Her career was launched on what is arguably the most notorious advertising campaign in cinema history when film goers were invited to watch The Outlaw (1943) and "tussle with Russell," or gawk at two of the reasons for her rise to stardom. Completed by mid-1941, the movie did not premiere until 1943, and its wide release was delayed, gradually rolling out between 1946 and 1950. Throughout the 1940s, Russell was nicknamed the "motionless picture actress" and would only have three films projected in theaters the entire decade. With such an inauspicious and prolonged start to a career, most aspiring actresses would have given up or faded away. But not Jane. Instead, she carved out a place for herself in Hollywood and became one of its most recognizable figures. In Mean...Moody...Magnificent!: Jane Russell and the Marketing of a Hollywood Legend, author Christina Rice offers a fresh perspective on how Russell learned to embrace the blatant publicizing of her physical appearance. Looking beyond the signature image of Russell lounging on bales of hay while wielding a gun and her Playtex commercials, Rice details a not-so-charmed life impacted by abuse, abortion, infertility, divorce, adoption struggles, and death. While often overshadowed by Marilyn Monroe, her costar in Gentlemen Prefer Blondes (1953), Russell led a life and career that was confident and unapologetic. Working alongside actors such as Robert Mitchum, Clark Gable, Vincent Price, and Bob Hope, she was more of a movie personality than a serious actress but could electrify a screen and was a true celebrity of the Golden Age. Despite a movie career that was stalled for nearly a decade, Russell's filmography was respectable, and she had the opportunity to work with some of Hollywood's most talented directors, including Howard Hawks, Raoul Walsh, Nicholas Ray, and Josef von Sternberg. From her attempt to launch a musical career to her devout faith and weekly Bible study for Hollywood stars to her work in creating the WAIF foundation in 1955, an organization to place children with adoptive families, Mean...Moody...Magnificent! reveals Russell's full and fascinating life. In the aftermath of the #MeToo movement, Rice gives voice to Russell's empowered reactions to the controversies surrounding her films and her feelings about the marketing campaigns promoting her physical appearance. Mean... Moody...Magnificent! will be the first book-length work on this actress who brought a wry wit and intelligence to her characters with a unique take on the playful sex bomb. This work will appeal to film historians and buffs alike. This project is under consideration for UPK's Screen Classics series. Christina Rice is senior librarian and archivist at the Los Angeles Public Library. She is the author of Ann Dvorak: Hollywood's Forgotten Rebel (UPK).

Jane Russell and the Marketing of a Hollywood Legend

Mean... Moody... Magnificent!

Andrew Hathaway

Jared Latore

Clint Worthington

Cliff Aliperti

Danny Reid

Andrew Wickliffe

Jake Woehlke

Shane Bliss

E. A. Botta

Vanessa Buttino

Judy Geater

Karen Hannsberry

Cameron Howard

Leticia Magalhaes

Ryan Rinchiuso

Michael Roberson

Ivan Shreve

Tars Tarkas

B. G. Voita

Undoubtedly some of the most witty and urbane films of Hollywood's Golden Age, the six movies that composed MGM's Thin Man series showcased a pair of wealthy, inebriated detectives who solve murders in their down time. Through the series' run from 1934 to 1947, William Powell and Myrna Loy turned Nick and Nora Charles into a cinematic institution, showcasing a marriage that was sexy, funny, and exciting, whether there was a gun pointed at them at any given moment or not. Thoughts On The Thin Man reflects on these famous films, looking back at Dashiell Hammett's original inspiration, the genesis of the films, and the men and women who made them possible. This collection of essays covers all six movies, including detailed plot breakdowns, quotes, trivia, discussion of motifs, looks at the many spin-offs of the series, a couple of nostalgic odes, and even drinking games, including a custom cocktail devoted to the duo. Would you expect any less?

Essays on the Delightful Detective Work of Nick and Nora Charles

Thoughts on the Thin Man

Pinkie Pie finds out a secret about Rainbow Dash... She hates pie! Next, the Cutie Mark Crusaders have a new challenge when a young pony doesn't want to follow in her family's hoofsteps. Then, representatives of ponies, griffons, buffalos, changelings, dragons, and more meet at Mount Massive to discuss the future of the land!

friendship is magic

My Little Pony

Thom Zahler

When Fluttershy is summoned away, it's up to Angel bunny to keep the animal sanctuary running. Will his bossy management style backfire when the other animals refuse to cooperate? Plus, while on a diplomatic mission to Yakyakistan, Pinkie Pie and Rainbow Dash are surprised to uncover an imminent attack on the kingdom by dragons! Collects issues #54-58.

My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic, Vol. 13

Robin Furth

Mike Carey

Karrie Fransman

Lauren Beukes

Kieron Gillen

Laurie Penny

Cecil Castellucci

Kelly Sue DeConnick

Gail Simone

Gerard Way

Corinna Bechko

Chuck Brown

Alisa Kwitney

Hope Nicholson

Tee Franklin

Leah Moore

Tini Howard

Matt Wagner

Janet Harvey

David Barnett

Che Grayson

Kristy Miller

Mags Visaggio

Paula Sevenbergen

Casey Gilly

Magurite Bennet

Dani Coleman

Lauren Moyer

Steven Seagle

Betsy Houlton

Thedy Correa

From astronauts and abolitionists to computer coders and crack journalists, these fearless women have paved the way for equal rights in science, politics and the arts. FEMME MAGNIFIQUE celebrates their achievements in a book that can live on in teenage bedrooms, corporate boardrooms and libraries around the world.Featuring over 100+ astounding writers & artists from around the world united by a deep love and appreciation for the comics medium and its peerless power of graphic storytelling.

A Salute to 50 Magnificent Women

Femme Magnifique

Jeremy Whitley

Friends Forever celebrates the magic of friendship in these stand-alone tales featuring all of your favorite characters. Share adventures with Princess Luna and Spike, Applejack and Mayor Mare, Twilight Sparkle and Big Mac, Rarity and The Cakes, and many more! Collects issues #13-24.

My Little Pony: Friends Forever Omnibus

Alex de Campi

Katie Cook

Ted Anderson

Barbara Randall Kesel

Rob Anderson

Friends Forever celebrates the magic of friendship in these stand-alone tales featuring all of your favorite characters. Share adventures with Pinkie Pie and Applejack, Princess Celestia and Spike, Fluttershy and Zecora, Rainbow Dash and Trixie, Twilight Sparkle and Shining Armor, and many more! Collects issues #1 12."

Despite her friends' protests, Fluttereshy agrees to teach Iron Will the importance of patience and kindness. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Spotlight is a division of ABDO.

Fluttershy & Iron Will

Friends Forever celebrates the magic of friendship in these stand-alone tales featuring all of your favorite characters. Share adventures with Pinkie Pie and Cheese Sandwich, Twilight Sparkle and Starlight Glimmer, Rainbow Dash and Soarin, Rarity and Trixe, and Princess Celestia and Princess Luna. Collects issues #34 38."

My Little Pony: Friends Forever

Possessing a unique beauty and refined acting skills, Ann Dvorak (1911--1979) found success in Hollywood at a time when many actors were still struggling to adapt to the era of talkies. Seemingly destined for A-list fame, critics touted her as "Hollywood's New Cinderella" after film mogul Howard Hughes cast her as Cesca in the gangster film Scarface (1932). Dvorak's journey to superstardom was derailed when she walked out on her contractual obligations to Warner Bros. for an extended honeymoon. Later, she initiated a legal dispute over her contract, an action that was unprecedented at a time when studios exercised complete control over actors' careers. As the first full-length biography of an often-overlooked actress, Ann Dvorak: Hollywood's Forgotten Rebel explores the life and career of one of the first individuals who dared to challenge the studio system that ruled Tinseltown. The actress reached her pinnacle during the early 1930s, when the film industry was relatively uncensored and free to produce movies with more daring storylines. She played several female leads in films including The Strange Love of Molly Louvain (1932), Three on a Match (1932), and Heat Lightning (1934), but after her walk-out, Warner Bros retaliated by casting her in less significant roles. Following the casting conflicts and illness, Dvorak filed a lawsuit against the Warner Bros. studio, setting a precedent for other stars who eventually rebelled against the established Hollywood system. In this insightful memoir, Christina Rice explores the spirited rebellion of a talented actress whose promising career fell victim to the studio empire.

Hollywood's Forgotten Rebel

Ann Dvorak

Pinkie Pie discovers a secret about Rainbow Dash...she hates pie! Will Pinkie be able to show Dash the wonders of everypony's favorite dessert, or will Dash turn the tables on her? Next, the Cutie Mark Crusaders have a new challenge when a young pony doesn't want to follow in her family's hoofsteps. Then, representatives of ponies, griffons, buffalos, changelings, dragons, and more meet at Mount Massive to discuss the future of the land! Collects My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic #59-63.

My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic, Vol. 14

"Wings Over Yakyakistan" part 2 of 2. The dragon invasion of Yakyakistan continues and Spike and Pinkie Pie must find an unusual way to make peace before it's too late!

My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic #56

Great stories, great adventures, and valuable lessons, brought to you by Twilight Sparkle, Pinkie Pie, Rainbow Dash, Rarity, Applejack, Fluttershy, and all your pony friends! It's exam time at the School of Friendship, and Ocellus has come up with an idea for a stellar project that's sure to impress all her teachers–a history of Equestria shown through her own unique Changeling abilities! Collects issues #84–88 of the MY LITTLE PONY: FRIENDSHIP IS MAGIC series.

My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic, Vol. 19

Do You Feel Helpless At Your Inability To How To Help Baby Sleep Through The Night? The presence of a newborn can make you all ecstatic and keen to spend as much time as you can with them but when their sleep time does not tally with yours, it can be tortuous. Sleeping through the night is something you cannot expect from a newborn child. Their internal rhythm is still immature and way different from yours. This can drive you to sleeplessness! Do these questions run through your mind? 1) Does your baby cry all night? 2) Can't sleep because of all the fuss? 3) Do you make mistakes in getting your baby to sleep? 4) Do you need a how-to-help guide to make your baby sleep at night? 5) Sick and tired of not knowing how to help your baby soothe? 6) Want an easy fix on how to help baby sleep through the night? 7) Want to step up your baby sleep training skills? If your answer is YES, then you need to get this book. In this book, you'll find: 1) Tips to make your newborn stop crying at once 2) Common causes why your baby could be waking up at night. 3) Techniques for getting a better night sleep for you and your baby. 4) Steps on how to create a good daytime, naptime and bedtime routine. 5) Methods you can use to stop your baby from waking up in the night. 6) The concept of baby sleep training and tips for training your baby to get to sleep and sleep well. 7) Skills to teach your baby how to fall asleep independently and resettle himself to sleep at night. This book covers the following: 1) The importance of an infant's sleep. 2) The importance of having an early parent-child relationship. 3) Understanding your baby's cues and signals to build such relationship. 4) The essential tips to assist your baby develop positive sleep habits. All hope is not lost as smart parents like you can learn a few tips and tricks on how to make babies sleep through the night. Let's face it; you know your days cannot revolve around your baby and if you haven't been sleeping for months, you're exhausted, and you need some sleep too. What are you waiting for? Get this book to learn a handful of techniques you can put to use so you enjoy the great health benefits of sleeping well at night.

Techniques On How To Make Your Baby Sleep Independently

How To Help Your Baby Sleep Through The Night Secrets

''Ponyville Days'' Part 2. The town struggles to mend a major divide, while hordes of tourists descend on Ponyville and threaten to overwhelm the populace!

My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic #31

'Ponyville Days,'' Part 1. A massive event celebrating Ponyville's founding is nearing but an argument between friends splits the town into two argumentative factions!

My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic #30

Twilight Sparkle, Rainbow Dash, Pinkie Pie, Rarity, Fluttershy, Applejack, and all their friends face new challenges, new adventures, and a whole lot of new fun! Fluttershy and Rarity travel to Manehattan where Rarity is shocked to discover old, ugly fashions are back in style! Princess Celestia disguises herself to live amongst ordinary ponies for a day. What she learns about her subjects, and herself, will surprise her! Plus, Twilight and friends are surprised to learn that a film is being made about them! When the story turns out to be less than accurate, the group decides to make their own film! Collects issues #64-68 of the ongoing series.

My Little Pony Friendship Is Magic

There's never a dull moment in Ponyville! The Cutiemark Crusaders hit the great outdoors with their class! Find out about the untold first meeting of Twilight and baby Spike! Rainbow Dash's grumpy mood starts to affect her friends. And, Pinkie Pie decides to make her very own comic book! Collects issues #38-42.

My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic, Vol. 10

"Welcome to Ponyville, home of Twilight Sparkle, Rainbow Dash, Rarity, Fluttershy, Pinkie Pie, Applejack, and all your other favorite Ponies! Something's not right in the town though, as some of the inhabitants are acting very, very strange! It's up to the Mane Six to find the source of the weirdness before it's too late!"--Page 4 of cover.

Friendship Is Magic

My Little Pony: Friendship Is Magic Volume 8

Christina Rice

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