"A love letter to comic books, featuring characters based on the actual creators, their work and how they were affected by the repercussions of overregulation." - Newcity Chicago1950s America. As a Congressional investigation probes the perceived connection between comic books and juvenile delinquency, the lives of three fascinating individuals become entangled in the inquiry: William Gaines, the visionary behind horror comics; Matt Baker, a closeted Black artist drawing romance comics; and Janice Valleau, innovative creator of a groundbreaking comic featuring a female detective. As the investigation unfurls, their careers and personal lives are thrust into the spotlight, revealing the profound impact of societal scrutiny on their creative endeavors. Above it all is the leering figure of Dr. Wertham, whose dubious psychological book has America questioning its heroes. Darkly funny, The Innocence of Seduction is a riveting exploration of an era marked by censorship, prejudice, and the enduring resilience of artistic expression."A rather deep show that keeps our interest with its focus on dark humor...A commentary on the comics of the day and an advocacy piece against censorship." - Around The Town Chicago
"Cute as a button. A rotten, undead little button." - Christopher Moore, Author of The NY Times bestselling comic novels Bloodsucking Fiends, Bite Me, and You Suck Some zombies are big...Some zombies are small... But Daisy's the littlest zombie of all!Join this hilarious and heartfelt tale by award-winning author Austin Tichenor and renowned artist Gary Andrews as Daisy The Littlest Zombie struggles to find the true monster within her!"Great fun! Gory and sweet. Daisy puts the heart in heartwarming...and then chews it to pieces." - Bruce Goldstone, best-selling children's author of Zero Zebras, Great Estimations, and The Beastly Feast"Hilariously brilliant. With Gary Andrews' adorably grotesque illustrations, Austin Tichenor has given us a cozy vision of the perfect post-apocalyptic, big-hearted family. If I ever turn into a zombie, I want to be just like Daisy." - Nicole Galland, NY Times best-selling author of The Rise and Fall of D.O.D.O., Master of the Revels, and Godiva
From the bestselling author of TEN DAYS IN A MAD HOUSE, Nellie Bly's articles, collected for the first time ever! "When a charming young lady comes into your office and smilingly announces that she wants to ask you a few questions regarding the possibility of improving New York's moral tone, don't stop to parley. Just say: 'Excuse me, Nellie Bly, ' and shin down the fire-escape."-Puck Magazine Pioneering journalist Nellie Bly is best remembered for two "stunts" her undercover expose of the Blackwell's Island insane asylum, and her race around the world to beat the record set in Jules Verne's Around The World In 80 Days. Yet those events do not begin to grasp the scope of her career as a reporter! Between 1885 and 1922, Nellie Bly penned hundreds of stories on a variety of topics. Reporting for Joseph Pulitzer's New York World, she interviewed presidential candidates like Belva Lockwood and convicted criminals like Eva Hamilton, sports heroes like boxer John Sullivan and wrestler William Muldoon, inspirational icons like Helen Keller and Susan B. Anthony, and so many more. One week would find her undercover to expose a swindling lobbyist, the next taking up a new profession as an actress, and the next reporting on a strike. Perhaps never before has a reporter had such a wide-ranging, adventurous career! Yet until now only a handful of her articles have been available to the public. Edited by author David Blixt ("What Girls Are Good For"), Nellie Bly's World collects all of Bly's reporting during her years at the New York World. Volume 2 begins with her retelling of the insane asylum in "Among The Mad," and ends with her race around the globe in 72 days. But that's hardly all! Among the 35 articles included in this collection are: With the Prison MatronsThe Veiled ProphetessWorking Girls, Beware!Shadowed by a DetectiveNellie Bly at West PointWomen and CrimeNellie Bly Learns to SwimIs Astrology a Science?Nellie Bly Buys a BabyNellie Bly's Many DoublesNellie Bly's 700 DoctorsFrom New York to Amiens Explore the full power of Bly's Blackwing pencil at the beginning of her ascent to becoming the most famous woman in America!
"Her Majesty's Will is a heady, silly romp that works!" - The Chicago Tribune Young William Shakespeare is hiding from the law in rural Lancashire, languishing as a simple school master. Christopher Marlowe is living the high life as a spy for the Crown. When a dastardly plot to assassinate the Queen draws these two unforgettable wits together, Will is swept up in a world of intrigue, treachery, and mayhem in an adventure that will define the rest of his life - if he can only manage to survive it. Based on the 2012 novel by David Blixt, this irreverent comedy imagines Shakespeare's "lost years" as a rousing romp through the streets and across the stages of Elizabethan London. "This animated adventure story, filled with intrigue, passion and wild sword fights will thrill even the most jaded Shakespeare scholar and will inspire many others to read Blixt's original novel." -Chicago Theatre Review "The play is well-researched and displays a clear love of the subject matter. Devoted fans of the Bard will find plenty of winking references to his works, and lovers of Elizabethan times will delight in the lively characters drawn from history." - TheatreMania
"Her Majesty's Will is a heady, silly romp that works!" - Chicago Tribune "I loved Her Majesty's Will, a delightful romp through Elizabethan England. The fun is non-stop, an irresistible mix of suspense, surprises, and humor. I just hope we get to see this zany team again!" - Sharon Kay Penman, The Sunne In Splendour and Lionheart "I LOVE this book. I'm laughing and on the edge of my seat and turning e-pages so fast, I'm gonna fry my iPad." - C.W. Gortner, The Tudor Conspiracy and The Queen's Vow "Her Majesty's Will has everything-swashbuckling sword fights, witty banter, a nefarious (and true!) plot, a dash of romance, narrow escapes, sudden reversals, and an incredibly plausible origin story for one of the greatest writers in history. It's huge fun-a summer blockbuster action-adventure combined with dazzling outdoor Shakespeare, all in handy-dandy book form." - Austin Tichenor, Pop-Up Shakespeare and William Shakespeare's Long Lost First Play (abridged) Before he was famous, he was a fugitive.Before he wrote wild adventures, he lived them.Before he was The Bard, he was a spy.>England, 1586. Swept up in the skirts of a mysterious stranger, Will Shakespeare becomes entangled in a deadly and hilarious misadventure as he accidentally uncovers the Babington Plot: an attempt to murder Queen Elizabeth herself.Aided by the mercurial wit of Kit Marlowe, Will enters London for the first time, chased by rebels, spies, his own government, his past, and a bear. Through it all he demonstrates his loyalty and genius, proving himself to be - Her Majesty's Will.This irreverent comedy imagines Shakespeare's "lost years" as a rousing romp through the streets and across the stages of Elizabethan London. Combining the whimsy of William Goldman's The Princess Bride with the swashbuckling panache of Rafael Sabatini, and inspired by the Hope/Crosby Road Movies, this rollicking novel takes solace in knowing that these events surely never happened, while secretly hoping that they did.Praise from readers: ★★★★★ - "Anyone who enjoys the down-to-earth aspects of Shakespeare will love this book, the puns, bon mots, double entendres, and witticisms fly fast and furious throughout. His Majesty's Will is a book worth savoring more than once."★★★★★ - "Her Majesty's Will is an Elizabethan buddy comedy/drama/romance/adventure. Like ya do. It's Hope and Crosby meets Errol Flynn and Douglas Fairbanks. It belongs on the shelf alongside The Princess Bride."★★★★★ - "David Blixt is on the top of his game with this romp. A rollicking good read."
The year is 1883. The notorious outlaw Injun Bill Picote has escaped from prison, along with a hard-luck drunk named Froggy. The unlikely partners endure trials and bizarre misadventures as they set out to right a terrible wrong in this outrageous dark comedy about life, friendship and vengeance in the Wild West. As Bill's past catches up with him, and Froggy helps him discover his long-ignored conscience, a question arises: Is the hope of a better life stronger than the need to avenge the death of a friend? What starts out as a sweeping epic tale boils down to an incredibly funny, insightful and deeply personal journey for two men... and a pair of shoes. Loosely based on actual events. "The show delivers some simple truths about friendship, redemption and the dignity of man in a world where life is exceedingly cheap. Zettelmaier is the best and most prolific playwright working in Michigan today." - The Detroit Free Press Dead Man's Shoes was the recipient of an Edgerton Foundation New American Play Award in 2013.
The night before his assassination at the hands of conspirators, Julius Caesar attended a feast. With him were Brutus, Cassius, and Antony. During the meal, Caesar was asked what he thought was the best way to die. Caesar answered, 'What does it matter, so long as it's quick?' Based on history and the works of Shakespeare, Eve Of Ides reveals the unexplored relationship between the main players of the age - Caesar, Brutus, and Antony. History was never so alive.
From the bestselling author of TEN DAYS IN A MAD-HOUSE, Nellie Bly's complete articles for the New York World, collected for the first time ever!Pioneering journalist Nellie Bly is best remembered for two "stunts" her undercover expose of the Blackwell's Island insane asylum, and her race around the world to beat the record set in Jules Verne's Around The World In 80 Days. These two feats propelled her to international stardom, electrifying readers around the globe for generations to come.Yet those events do not begin to grasp the scope of her career as a reporter.Between 1885 and 1922, Nellie Bly penned hundreds of stories on a variety of topics. At the height of her career, reporting for Joseph Pulitzer's New York World, she interviewed presidential candidates and convicted criminals, sports heroes like boxer John Sullivan and wrestler William Muldoon, inspirational icons like Helen Keller and Susan B. Anthony, and many more. One week would find her going undercover to expose a swindling lobbyist, the next taking up a new profession as an actress, the next reporting on a strike. Perhaps never before has a reporter had such a wide-ranging, adventurous career! Yet only a handful of her articles have been available to the public - until now!Edited by author David Blixt ("What Girls Are Good For"), Nellie Bly's World collects all of Bly's reporting during her years at the New York World. Volume 1 begins with her cannon-blast debut, exposing over the course of three articles the events of her imprisonment in the Blackwell's Island insane asylum. But that's hardly all! Among the 33 articles included in this collection are: What Becomes of BabiesThe Girls Who Make BoxesWanted-A Few HusbandsNellie Bly on the StageNellie Bly as a MesmeristThe King of the LobbyHow to be Cured by FaithGirls of the Wild WestHangman Joe at HomeOur First Ladiesand more!Explore the full power of Bly's Blackwing pencil at the beginning of her ascent to becoming the most famous woman in America!
Captain Blood: A Swashbuckling Theatrical Adventure on the High SeasUnjustly sentenced to slavery on a sun-drenched Caribbean island, the daring Dr. Peter Blood finds himself in a fight for his freedom-and his heart. Captivated by the enchanting Arabella Bishop, the plantation owner's niece, Blood's fate takes an unexpected turn when he seizes an opportunity to escape his chains and embrace the life of a pirate.But even as the waves carry him far from the island, the bond between Blood and Arabella remains unbroken. Amidst exhilarating sword fights, treacherous pirate battles, and the ever-present quest for justice, their paths are destined to cross again.Adapted from Rafael Sabatini's beloved novel by David Rice, Captain Blood is a rollicking adventure brimming with romance, intrigue, and the timeless battle between right and wrong. Whether you're drawn by the thrill of the high seas or the promise of true love, this tale of bravery and passion is perfect for the whole crew.Set sail with Captain Blood and discover a world where honor, love, and adventure await at every turn! "Whether one seeks a nostalgic romance with a feminist twist, swashbuckling clean fun for the family, or a subtle call to fly the pirate flag of righteous rebellion in troubled times, Captain Blood steers a sure and steady course." - THE CHICAGO TRIBUNE
A Gothic drama set in the eerie twilight of 18th century France, where terror roams the wilds and a sinister legend springs to life.For three years, the fearsome Beast of Gévaudan has prowled the dense forests, leaving a trail of over a hundred victims in its wake. The terrorized populace was gripped by fear until one man, an outcast forester, emerged from the shadows claiming victory over a monstrous, wolf-like creature. When he presents a hideous, wolf-like corpse to King Louis, the kingdom rejoices, believing the nightmare to be over.But the forester's tale is shrouded in secrets. Amidst the whispers of the woods, he never speaks of the enigmatic woods-witch who crossed his path, nor her dark, otherworldly influence on his hunt. As the chilling truth unfurls, The Man-Beast delves into a Gothic drama where the lines between man and monster blur, and the sinister legacy of the Beast is revealed.Prepare to be captivated by Joseph Zettelmaier's spine-tingling play, where myth and reality entwine in a gripping tale of horror, mystery, and the supernatural. Will the forester's courage be enough to face the true nature of the Beast, or will the lurking shadows of the forest claim yet another soul? "The most emotionally interiorized of Zettelmaier's horror tales. Few demons are more horrifying than the memories, fears and resentments we host inside our heads." - Chicago Tribune"A battle of wit and affection and intimidation.You know this match must finish. And you know there can only be one winner. But the duel itself is so mesmerizing, you never want it to end." - Cincinnati Enquirer "Zettelmaier creates tantalizing stories." - Chicago Sun-Times
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