Until the end of the day on February 29, you can download a free electronic copy of Charles Bock's novel Beautiful Children, a Dickensian trawl through the seamy side of Las Vegas. Click here for details.Why? My theory is twofold: a) Random House wants to get folks talking about the novel, and b) they're testing … Continue reading Free Trip to Vegas
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Fashion Forward
I know you don't visit bookstores for anything as crass as eye candy. But the folks at Vice magazine do, and they've compiled a little photo essay of the best fashion looks of some London bookstore guys. There are also brief interviews. Sample question: "Why work in this pokey hovel?" I'm loving the double cardigan … Continue reading Fashion Forward
Lovely… After a Fashion
Continuing with today's fashion theme, I'd like to point out a great book that came in the store just yesterday. Daniella Rosell's photo collection Ricas y Famosas is a fantastic assembly of Glamour Don'ts from Latin America's fabulous ladies of leisure. I don't know which is more gripping--the decor, the outfits, or the poses. The … Continue reading Lovely… After a Fashion
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