This Fourteenth issue of Tales from the Canyons of the Damned consists of Four sharp, suspenseful, thought provoking short stories—each from a different featured master of speculative fiction.Philip Harris invites us on a journey with Pod Fifteen.Ernie Howard takes us to court with Cosmic Jury Duty.In his tale Historic, Paul Swardstrom shows us that the past is always near.And Daniel Arthur Smith shares the third episode of The Off World Kick Murder Squad

For two decades, Howard Smith shared an extraordinary friendship with Johnny Carson-not as the legendary Tonight Show host, but simply as John. A neighbor turned close companion, Howard entered John's private world far from the spotlight.In My Friend Johnny, Smith paints an intimate portrait of the man behind the iconic desk: funny, kind, and generous, yet deeply complex. From tennis matches to quiet moments, their bond lasted until John's passing.Set against Malib...

The Story of GGLC is an emotional drama about survival, identity, sisterhood, and transformation.After escaping a dangerous world that tried to control and define them, Gabrielle and the women around her struggle to rebuild their lives while searching for belonging, purpose, and independence. What begins as a fight for survival gradually becomes a journey of empowerment, leadership, and self-discovery as they create something larger than themselves - Glamour Girls with Loving Care....

An entertaining history of our small canine companions, told in tender, engaging stories and featuring charming illustrations of the most famous pocket-sized pups and their owners across the centuries“What a respite from the woes of the world, to dive into this brilliantly researched and wittily written study of the history of our love affair with small dogs. I loved it.”—Elizabeth Gilbert, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Eat, Pray, Lov...

An entertaining history of our small canine companions, told in tender, engaging stories and featuring the most famous pocket-sized pups and their owners across the centuries“What a respite from the woes of the world, to dive into this brilliantly researched and wittily written study of the history of our love affair with small dogs. I loved it.”—Elizabeth Gilbert, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Eat, Pray, Love

A Love Affair Inspiring the World's Most Unforgettable OperasExperience the intense, lifelong love affair between Giuseppe Verdi and Giuseppina Strepponi, the brilliant and seductive soprano who shaped his legacy. As his muse, lover, and wife, Strepponi was the inspiration behind Verdi's most iconic works, including La Traviata and Aida. Her influence was pivotal, as she became the architect of his creative triumphs and the heart of his operatic genius.Set ...

Jack Robinson made his name as a much-sought-after fashion and celebrity photographer during the 1960s and early 1970s, and his work is well documented in hundreds of pages of Vogue, the New York Times, and Life, as well as other publications. However, his personal life remains virtually unknown.In this study of Robinson and his photography, Howard Philips Smith takes an in-depth look at Robinson’s early life in New Orleans, where he discovered his passio...

Founded in the summer of 1972 by a few friends as a modest celebration, the Southern Decadence festival has since grown into one of New Orleans’s largest annual tourist events.The multiday extravaganza features street parties, drag contests, dancing, drinking, and bead tosses, culminating with a boisterous parade through the French Quarter. With over 200,000 participants—predominantly LGBT+—these unbridled, pre–Labor Day festivities now generate millions of dollars in revenue....

In the depths of the Dismal Swamp, a tale of love, loss, and the enduring power of the human spirit unfolds. "The Slave In The Dismal Swamp" by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow paints a vivid portrait of a young slave woman named Lucy, who escapes the horrors of bondage only to face the unforgiving wilderness. As she navigates treacherous terrain and confronts the harsh realities of freedom, Lucy's resilience and determination shine through, illuminating the indomitable spirit that resides withi...

Finally! A step-by-step guide to the keys that unlock the doors to Hollywood.Opening the Doors to Hollywood has all the information you'll ever need in order to tap into the $500 million spent yearly in Hollywood on acquiring and developing projects.Discover how to:Find a storyRewrite itOption itPackage itPitch itWrite itSell itto film and television companiesComplete with a reference section t...

Pain is a pervasive symptom present in multiple areas of medicine. It is imperative that physicians not only evaluate and diagnose the source of pain, but that they also recognize how to manage the actual pain symptoms with effective treatment. Handbook of Acute Pain Management is an essential reference for professionals to enhance their knowledge

Oriental Networks explores forms of interconnectedness between Western and Eastern hemispheres during the long eighteenth century, a period of improving transportation technology, expansion of intercultural contacts, and the emergence of a global economy. In eight case studies and a substantial introduction, the volume examines relationships between individuals and institutions, precursors to modern networks that engaged in forms of intercultural exchange. Addressing the exchange ...