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Norman Lear: His Life & Times, the first comprehensive biography of the eponymous TV pioneer by show business historian, entertainment journalist and author Tripp Whetsell, will be released by Applause Books on November 11th.

Hailed by Publisher's Weekly as a "fitting tribute to a consequential figure in television history," it is the first in-depth biography of the iconic writer, producer and social activist, who beginning in the early 1970s, forever altered America's television landscape with such groundbreaking situation comedies as All in the Family, Maude, Good Times, The Jeffersons, One Day at a Time and Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman.

While much has been written about Lear, Whetsell demonstrates there is still a lot more to be learned about "the man in the white hat," who was arguably the first behind-the-scenes television figure to become a bona fide celebrity in his own right, whose multi-award-winning taboo-busting sitcoms averaged as many as 120 million viewers a week during their peak.

Whetsell currently teaches the only college-level course about Lear and his classic sitcoms at their alma mater, Boston's Emerson College, in which Lear appeared as a guest via Zoom twice. He was also the only journalist to interview Lear exclusively for a 40th anniversary retrospective of All in the Family for TV Guide in 2001.

From his birth in New Haven, Connecticut in July 1922 right up until his death in Los Angeles in December 2023 at the age of 101, Lear's life is told in thorough, meticulous detail with unflinching candor

Here we are! Another moment in our reflection. We are constantly reflecting on our lives. Measuring the wants and needs with the losses and stumbles. Why? When you are present in your place of now there's no personal judgement.

SUSAN CASO, MA, LPC explains how now, more than ever, parents play a crucial role in their teens' lives.  Her new book is: THE PARENT-TEEN CONNECTION: How to Build Lifelong Family Relationships (on Sale: October 22, 2024; Parenting; Radius Book Group; Hardcover; ISBN: 9781635769364).

As a mom of three with both grown and middle school-aged children, Caso understands the complexities of raising kids in today’s hyper-connected world. The book draws on her 20 years of clinical experience, sharing personal insights and proven strategies to foster a deep emotional bond between caregivers and teenagers. The Parent-Teen Connection is more than just a guide — it's a roadmap for parents looking to cultivate what she calls "connectedness" within their families that safeguards teens in today's world.  

From building trust and belonging through the “mom/dad” role vs. the” parent” role to enhancing communication with their teens utilizing what she terms "the volley,” Caso gives families straightforward advice from both the standpoint of a therapist and a mother who has seen it all. Here are some other topics

Aliyah Khaylyn, a Philadelphia native, is an artist whose journey is marked by extraordinary talent and unwavering dedication. Her musical path includes standout performances, such as a mesmerizing rendition of "America the Beautiful" at tennis' U.S. Open and a featured role in the 2019 Teddy Pendergrass documentary "If You Don't Know Me." In 2024, she graduated from Berklee College of Music where her education deepened her understanding of music's transformative power. Tragically, the loss of her mother in 2021 profoundly impacted her, further fueling her mission to use her gifts for healing. As an aspiring artist, Aliyah is committed to showcasing her talents to the world, creating music that resonates deeply and offers a therapeutic experience to all who listen.

I’m CT… When I’m not busy being Arroe the podcaster, I live in the real world. Everybody has to have a job. Mine is C.S. Customer Service. Solutions, relationships while keeping my team motivated to keep a constant connection with each guests who’s chosen to stop their day to visit our location.

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Millie Fleur’s Poison Garden is a wonderful, timeless book about being true to yourself by bestselling author Christy Mandin. Already an instant New York Times Bestseller, an Indie Bestseller and an Indie Next Pick, it is getting these reviews:

"This dare-to-be-different picture book blends beautifully with the kids-to-the-rescue story...leaves readers with much to think about."--Shelf Awareness, starred review