Direct Conversations: The Animated Films of Tim Burton (Foreword by Tim Burton)
Direct Conversations: The Animated Films of Tim Burton (Foreword by Tim Burton)

Author: Tim Lammers

Publisher: eBookIt.com

Published: 2013-12-18

Total Pages: 48

ISBN-13: 1456620843

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Throughout his career, movie journalist Tim Lammers has talked with director Tim Burton and the key players who helped bring the stop-motion films The Nightmare Before Christmas, Corpse Bride, and Frankenweenie to life. Now for the first time, Lammers has assembled the stories from Burton and his band of creatives all in one place. In Direct Conversations: The Animated Films of Tim Burton, you will not only hear from Burton, but Danny Elfman, Chris Sarandon, Allison Abbate, Martin Landau, Elijah Wood, Atticus Shaffer, Helena Bonham Carter, Alan Rickman, the late Ray Harryhausen, and more. The release of Direct Conversations: The Animated Films of Tim Burton comes as the 1993 classic The Nightmare Before Christmas celebrates its 20th anniversary. Direct Conversations: The Animated Films of Tim Burton also includes a foreword by Tim Burton.

Electric Souk
Electric Souk

Author: Rose McGinty

Publisher:

Published: 2017

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781911129820

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Humanity blisters in Rose McGinty's haunting, lyrical debut thriller about trust and treachery in the contemporay Middle East.

The Hitman's Desire
The Hitman's Desire

Author: T. Steele

Publisher:

Published: 2019-12-31

Total Pages: 216

ISBN-13: 9781653717743

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When you're almost killed, not once, but twice, finding out your father is a mafia boss doesn't seem so bad. What is bad, though, is the feelings I'm trying to hide toward John, my father's personal assassin. With his brooding, bad boy aura and intense blue eyes, I know he could command anything from me and I would obey. His eyes, though sinister, say they want to touch me, to kiss me, to cross that line we know is forbidden. I feel drawn to him. His presence calls to me like a beacon.Even though my father took him in and molded him into what he is today--a merciless killer-- my father will be even more merciless when it comes to his only heir. Nothing but a brutal and violent death will be waiting for John if my father ever finds out. But I don't know if either of us are strong enough to stay away. (Disclaimer: this is a mature, new adult book with explicit sex scenes and violence. 18+ readers only.)

Reel Leadership
Reel Leadership

Author: Joseph Lalonde

Publisher:

Published: 2021-12-17

Total Pages: 210

ISBN-13: 9781637307007

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Movies are not a waste of time if you're intentional about watching the movie you're viewing. Reel Leadership speaks to leaders and movie lovers who want to look at leadership and personal development in a new way. Author Joseph Lalonde wants leaders to enjoy entertainment without feeling guilty. When he began his own personal development journey, Lalonde discovered how leadership gurus try to dissuade people from enjoying regular forms of entertainment because they see it as a waste of time. He fell in line and believed this lie; that entertainment, especially movies, held no real value. Over time, he realized each movie provides a story with a moral premise or leadership lesson. In this book, you'll read about: David Hayter (the writer of X-Men 1 and 2) and how he dealt with a demanding director on set. Daniel Knudsen and how every great movie should have a moral premise. Marty Himmel and how he overcame fear because of the movies he watched. Through Reel Leadership, you'll discover how movies provide more than just a quick escape. They are powerful tools for communicating leadership principles and how to find their leadership lessons.

FilmCraft: Editing
FilmCraft: Editing

Author: Justin Chang

Publisher: Ilex Press

Published: 2012-01-16

Total Pages: 386

ISBN-13: 1908150688

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The value of the editor's craft to a finished film cannot be underestimated, and it's no surprise that directors rely heavily on the same editor over and over again. Seventeen exclusive interviews with some of the world's top film editors, including Walter Murch, Virginia Katz, Joel Cox, Tim Squyres and Richard Marks, explore the art of film editing; its complex processes, the relationship with other film practitioners, and the impact of modern editing techniques. The Filmcraft series is a ground-breaking study of the art of filmmaking-the most collaborative and multidisciplinary of all the arts. Each volume covers a different aspect of moviemaking, offering in-depth interviews with a host of the most distinguished practitioners in the field. Forthcoming titles include Cinematography, Directing, Costume Design, Production Design, Producing, Screenwriting, and Acting.

The Hitman's Bodyguard
The Hitman's Bodyguard

Author: J.K. Jones

Publisher: J.K. Jones

Published: 2025-10-31

Total Pages: 13

ISBN-13: 1998809625

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Detective Ryan Ashton never thought that leaving Clemmons behind would be the most challenging task of his life. But he was a cop, a professional, and he would never allow something as inconsequential as feelings to obstruct his path. Clemmons was just a job, nothing more. He had executed his duty and dropped him off. However, complications escalated when the men intent on killing Clemmons still believed he was with Ashton. The situation worsened when Ashton discovered that Clemmons had gone missing, leaving behind only a trail of breadcrumbs leading back to the narcotics kingpin he thought was eliminated. Can Ashton bring Clemmons back alive, or will the opposing forces keep them apart? Warning: this is a steamy cop romance, mm police detective, hitman bodyguard romance. Please be advised.

Hit Man
Hit Man

Author: Rex Feral

Publisher:

Published: 1983

Total Pages: 130

ISBN-13: 9780873642767

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Rex Feral kills for hire. Some consider him a criminal. Others think him a hero. In truth, he is a lethal weapon aimed at those he hunts. He is a last recourse in these times when laws are so twisted that justice goes unserved. He is a man who feels no twinge of guilt at doing his job. He is a professional killer. Learn how a pro gets assignments, creates a false identity, maizes a disposable silencer, leaves the scene without a trace, watches his mark unobserved and more. Feral reveals how to get in, do the job and get out without getting caught.

The Hitman's Mistake
The Hitman's Mistake

Author: Sally Brandle

Publisher: Soul Mate Publishing

Published: 2018-11-06

Total Pages: 332

ISBN-13: 9781682917503

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After Miranda Whitley stops crooked cops from assassinating a prominent Seattle judge, she's next on the hit list, and her survival depends on the buff FBI Agent she's had one awkward encounter with. But can she find him in time? The last person Grant Morley expects to discover on his annual supply run to a Montana mountain hermit is alluring Miranda Whitley, nearly dead from a bullet wound in her side. An accidental witness or the cold-blooded accomplice to would-be assassins? Miranda must convince Grant of her innocence, evade the killers intent on preventing her testimony, and fight her unwanted attraction for the agent...an attraction which seems to be mutual. Fortunately, love thrives in Emma Springs. If you love sizzling chemistry, Montana's mountain landscape, and fast-paced action, then you'll love Sally Brandle's galloping thriller, The Hitman's Mistake.

Bad Motherfucker
Bad Motherfucker

Author: Gavin Edwards

Publisher: Hachette Books

Published: 2021-10-26

Total Pages: 412

ISBN-13: 0306924307

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A fascinating exploration and celebration of the life and work of the coolest man in Hollywood, Samuel L. Jackson—from his star-making turns in the films of Spike Lee and Quentin Tarantino to his ubiquitous roles in the Star Wars and Marvel franchises, not to mention the cult favorite Snakes on a Plane. Samuel L. Jackson’s embodiment of cool isn’t just inspirational—it’s important. Bad Motherfucker lays out how his attitude intersects with his identity as a Black man, why being cool matters in the modern world, and how Jackson can guide us through the current cultural moment in which everyone is losing their cool. Edwards details Jackson’s fascinating personal history, from stuttering bookworm to gunrunning revolutionary to freebasing addict to A-list movie star. Drawing on original reporting and interviews, the book explores not only the major events of Jackson’s life but also his obsessions: golf, kung fu movies, profanity. Bad Motherfucker features a delectable filmography of Jackson’s movies—140 and counting!—and also includes new movie posters for many of Jackson’s greatest roles, reimagined by dozens of gifted artists and designers. The book provides a must-read road map through the vast territory of his on-screen career and more: a vivid portrait of Samuel L. Jackson’s essential self, as well as practical instructions, by example, for how to live and work and be.

Bodyguard: Hijack (Book 3)
Bodyguard: Hijack (Book 3)

Author: Chris Bradford

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2017-05-09

Total Pages: 274

ISBN-13: 152473702X

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A new action-packed adventure series for young fans of Alex Rider and Jason Bourne--with the first four books publishing simultaneously. Binge read for summer! Martial arts expert Connor Reeves isn't your typical bodyguard--in fact, he looks like a regular kid. He blends in with the crowd. That's why he's so good at his job. For his new assignment Connor's been posted to a luxury yacht. His mission: to protect the twin daughters of an Australian media-mogul. It's a watertight operation, more a vacation than a dangerous duty--until the unthinkable happens. Far out at sea, heavily-armed pirates hired by enemies of the twins' father launch a high-powered attack against the yacht in an act fueled by greed and a desire for vengeance. It's up to Connor to push back the pirates and stop them from reaping destruction. Combining pulse-pounding action, diabolical enemies, and an insider's knowledge of the tricks of the trade, the BODYGUARD series is the perfect target for fans of Alex Rider, James Bond, 24, and Jason Bourne. Praise for BODYGUARD “Breathtaking action . . . as real as it gets.”—Eoin Colfer, author of the bestselling Artemis Fowl series "The training sequences are detailed and realistic, and Connor is relatable and likable. Featuring intense action sequences and strong friendships, this series starter will appeal to reluctant readers and fans of the 'Alex Rider' books."—School Library Journal on Recruit