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'The Great Gatsby' opens big but 'Iron Man 3' still wins

With "The Great Gatsby" having a great opening weekend, it wasn't enough to stop the power of "Iron Man 3." But, the box office benefits in a big way as the top two films raked it in and sent the summer box office season sailing.

In the Media by Tim O'Brien - 2 comments

'The Great Gatsby' arrives but still must battle 'Iron Man 3'

While not being released on the same day, it can not be a good thing for "The Great Gatsby" to play against the still strong "Iron Man 3."

In the Media by Tim O'Brien - 1 comment

Novelist A.J. Sidransky on his work: Forgiving Maximo Rothman Special

New York - AJ Sidransky's Forgiving Maximo Rothman reminds us that 'life is too short to make enemies of those we love,' and I connected with the novelist to learn more.

Digital Journal Report by Michael Krebs

Erotic novelist posts ad on the Internet for love affair

A novelist of an exciting new book is seeking some work experience in the love affair department in the hope of getting a taste of the real thing.

In the Media by Michelle Duffy

Preview of Bettina Wyngaard's new novel 'Vuilspel'

"Vuilspel" (Fowl Play) is Bettina Wyngaard's second novel, recently released onto shop shelves. It features her favorite theme, the rights of women.

In the Media by Matthew Hendricks

Review: Sulha looks into the lives of the Bedouins, novel by Malka Marom Special

Toronto - Malka Marom is a fascinating Canadian-Israeli artist, journalist and producer whose interests and talents cross a spectrum that only some artists dream of experiencing. As a child she had a leading role in the first movie ever filmed in Israel.

Digital Journal Report by AR Vasquez

Review: Almost Gone by Brian Sousa Special

Brian Sousa's Almost Gone is the story of four generations of a Portuguese family that is as wise as it is heartbreaking.

Digital Journal Report by Mindy Peterman

Suicidal thoughts reflected in Ksenia Anske's debut novel Special

Seattle - More teenagers every day experience suicidal thoughts. Recently in BC, Canada, Amanda Todd took her own life after years of cyber bullying. Ksenia Anske's own experience inspired her to write her soon to be released novel, Siren Suicides.

Digital Journal Report by AR Vasquez

Op-Ed: UC Berkeley professor turns biographical skills into 'chic lit' Special

Berkeley - With some important biographical works accomplished like the intense "Silenced Voices," University of California professor Inez Hollander has put her writing talents into a new novel called, "Euro Trippy."

Digital Journal Report by Jonathan Farrell

Review: Midnight's Children a sweeping love story, history lesson Special

Toronto - Screening at the Toronto International Film Festival, Midnight's Children, based on the Salman Rushdie book, not only looks at a bittersweet love story but also includes some magical elements to teach us about the India-Pakistan divide.

Digital Journal Report by David Silverberg

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