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Inspirational Quotes: Ways to Get Motivated, Avoid Procrastination, and Achieve Happiness: Special E

Inspirational Quotes by Montice Harmon - is a beautiful collection of 25+ semi-confessional quotes that speak about the poet's experiences, trials and tribulations for over a decade. The quotes are motivational for discouraged souls to rise above their problems and face the world with a positive attitude despite haters, non believer's and doubter's. Most of Harmon's quotes are motivational and encouraging. He takes his spoken word to another level with this collection. The quotes deal with some aspect of the poet's personal struggles - his joys and sorrows - and they connect you with his life, spirit and inner mind. This edition contains quotes that are funny, serious and life changing directing important issues happening in our world today.

Montice Harmon (Author), Montice Harmon (Narrator)

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Polish Tales

The teacher, Patrick Healy, travelled around the world, talked with people in different places, and collected around half a thousand myths, legends, and folktales and their several alternative versions. His opinion and comments (directly or indirectly) are inevitable. This is the 11th volume of his work, 7 Polish Tales, in his words. He retold the stories with his own opinion and approach to them.

Patrick Healy (Author), Denise Kahn (Narrator)

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Lemon Jail: On The Road With The Replacements

A tour diary of life on the road with one of Minnesota's greatest bands-with nearly 100 never-before-seen photographs A raucous tour diary of rock 'n' roll in the 1980s, Lemon Jail puts us in the van with the Replacements in the early years. Bill Sullivan-the young and reckless roadie-shows what it's like to keep the band on the road and the wheels on the van, and when to just close your eyes and hit the gas.

Bill Sullivan (Author), Bill Sullivan (Narrator)

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Conversations with Chuck & Randy: Katy Perry

A multiple award-winning singer/songwriter, Katy Perry has reached heights of fame that goes beyond music. She's also an actress, TV icon and philanthropist that has sold over 100 million records. In this interview, she talks about being a "mom" to Justin Bieber, the music on her album, Teenage Dream and the songs Peacock and California Gurls, and how she wants her ashes used in fireworks when she's gone.

Marcel Anders (Author), Chuck Gavoian, Randy Nader (Narrator)

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Conversations with Chuck & Randy: Meat Loaf

Meat Loaf, a singer and actor who's sold more than 50 million albums of his Bat Out Of Hell trilogy alone, talks about the end of touring, his Las Vegas residency and his long relationship with songwriter Jim Steinman. Meat Loaf also touches on a variety of topics like the recording of Bat Out Of Hell, his working with his band on song arrangements and his time as a game show host.

Marcel Anders (Author), Chuck Gavoian, Randy Nader (Narrator)

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Conversations with Chuck & Randy: Brian Johnson (AC/DC)

Contains explicit language: Not appropriate for children. Iconic vocalist Brian Johnson joined AC/DC in 1980. Along with his bandmates, he was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2003. In this discussion with Chuck and Randy, he covers the writing style of the Young brothers, his love and passion for racing cars, and even his foray into writing music for movies. He also shares insights on being in the studio for the band's Black Ice album and his thoughts on retirement.

Marcel Anders (Author), Chuck Gavoian, Randy Nader (Narrator)

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Little Known Facts: BD Wong

BD Wong grew up in San Francisco. He won a Tony Award for his performance in M. Butterfly. He gained notoriety for playing the roles of Dr. George Huang on Law & Order: SVU, Father Ray Mukada on Oz, Dr. John Lee on Awake, Dr. Henry Wu in the first Jurassic Park film as well as the fourth entry, Jurassic World, Mulan, and Ngawang Jigme in the film Seven Years in Tibet. He is now appearing in the TV series Gotham as Hugo Strange, making Wong the first actor to play the character in live-action. He was nominated in 2016 for a Critic's Choice Television Award for his recurring role as White Rose in Mr. Robot. Little Known Fact: May 11, 2016 was officially proclaimed to be "BD Wong Day" by New York City Mayor Bill De Blasio.

Ilana Levine (Author), Ilana Levine (Narrator)

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Little Known Facts: Cynthia Nixon

Ilana Levine (Author), Ilana Levine (Narrator)

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Little Known Facts: Judith Light

Two-time Tony Award and Two-time Emmy Award-winning actress, Judith Light has captivated audiences worldwide since her portrayal as Angela Bower on the popular 80s sitcom Who's the Boss? Currently you can see Judith Light starring with Al Pacino in 'God Looked Away' at the Pasadena Play House through the middle of March, 2017. She is also currently playing Shelly Pfefferman in Amazon Prime's Golden Globe and Critics Choice Award winning series, "Transparent" (created by Jill Soloway). For this role, she was nominated for an Emmy Award and three consecutive Critics Choice Awards. You may also have seen Judith as Claire Meade on "Ugly Betty" and Judge Liz Donnelly on "Law & Order: SVU" as well as appearances on the TV Land comedy series "The Exes" and TNT's "Dallas". In 2016, Judith was honored with the Made in New York Award. In Fall 2015, Judith played the roll of Madame Raquin, in Broadways 'Therese Raquin' staring with Keira Knightly. In 2014, Judith Light was named the National Ambassador for the 19th KIDS NIGHT OUT ON BROADWAY by the Broadway League. She was also honored with the Women Who Care Award at the 13th Annual UPC of NYC Women Who Care Luncheon. Judith's work doesn't stop there, in addition to acting, she works as a humanitarian and social activist for the LGBT community and the fight against AIDS. She starred as Marie Lombardi on Broadway in 'Lombardi'. Her performance earned her a 2011 Tony Nomination. She then won back to back Tony Awards for 'Other Desert Cities in 2012 and 'The Assembled Parties' in 2013. Little Known Fact: In 1997 she auditioned to be an understudy on the soap opera, 'One Life To Live.' That audition turned into two Daytime Emmys.

Ilana Levine (Author), Ilana Levine (Narrator)

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Little Known Facts: Kristin Chenoweth

Emmy and Tony Award winning actress and singer Kristin Chenoweth's career spans film, television, voiceover and stage. In 2015, Chenoweth received a coveted star on The Hollywood Walk of Fame. In 2009, she received an Emmy Award for Best Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series for her role in "Pushing Daises." In 1999, she won a Tony Award for "You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown" and she was also nominated for her original role of Glinda the Good Witch in "Wicked" in 2004. Chenoweth has been nominated for two Emmy Awards and for a People's Choice Award for her role on "Glee." In 2009, she wrote an uplifting candid, comedic chronicle of her life so far, "A Little Bit Wicked," which debuted on the New York Times Hardcover Non Fiction Best Seller List. In 2015, Chenoweth earned a Drama Desk Award, Outer Critics Circle Award and Broadway.com Audience Choice Award for her lead role in the Roundabout Theatre Company's "On the Twentieth Century." She also earned nominations for a Tony Award and a Drama League Award. Chenoweth has performed to sold-out audiences across the world, including performances at Carnegie Hall and Royal Albert Hall. In 2014, she released a CD and DVD of her own live concert performance, "Kristin Chenoweth: Coming Home." Notable television appearances include "The West Wing," Disney's "Descendants" and most recently "The Muppets." In film, Chenoweth voiced the role of Gabi in the hit animated film "Rio 2" and Fifi, Snoopy's beloved French poodle in 'The Peanuts Movie.' This spring, she starred in the indie teen drama entitled 'Hard Sell' and began pre-production on Lionsgate/Hasbro's My Little Pony movie, set for a fall 2017 release. She is currently working on a new album due out this fall. This December, she will star in NBC's "Hairspray Live!" as Velma Von Tussle. Chenoweth's dream of designing her own collection came to fruition, and much success when her exclusive modern fashion jewelry collection for HSN became available for purchase on www.hsn.com. Each piece of the collection tells a unique story that is representative of her life story and passions. Chenoweth is a graduate of Oklahoma City University with a Master's degree in Opera Performance. She formed a charity partnership with the Broken Arrow Performing Arts Center (BA PAC) Foundation in her home state of Oklahoma. Kristin is also a passionate supporter of charities which dedicate their time and efforts to helping those in need. She is an inductee into the Oklahoma Hall of Fame, as well as the Oklahoma Music Hall of Fame. Little Known Fact: Kristin's dog, Maddie, is named after her idol, Madeline Kahn.

Ilana Levine (Author), Ilana Levine (Narrator)

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Little Known Facts: Molly Ringwald

Molly Ringwald, international movie star, gets candid with Ilana about how she has handled a lifetime of fame, growing up with a blind parent ,why she won't let her kids act and more. Molly began her film career at the age of 13 in Paul Mazursky's Tempest, for which she received a Golden Globe nomination. She went on to star in numerous films, including The Pick-Up Artist, For Keeps, Fresh Horses, Betsy's Wedding, Cindy Sherman's directorial debut Office Killer, Billy Bob Thornton's short film Some Folks Call It a Sling Blade, and the iconic movies Sixteen Candles, The Breakfast Club, and Pretty in Pink. In 1992, Ms. Ringwald moved to Paris and acted in such foreign films as Tous Les Jours Dimanches, Enfants de Salaud, and Jean-Luc Goddard's King Lear. Her television credits include the critically-acclaimed comedy series Townies, Stephen King's The Stand, the Emmy-nominated Allison Gertz Story, and the movie Molly: An American Girl, based on the American Girl series. In 1997, Ms. Ringwald moved to New York City, where she starred in Paula Vogel's Pulitzer Prize winning How I Learned to Drive, a role she reprised at the Mark Taper Forum in Los Angeles. Subsequent theater credits include playing the legendary "Sally Bowles" in the Broadway production of Cabaret; the Tony-nominated Broadway production of Enchanted April; and the London production of When Harry Met Sally. She created the role of Horton Foote's Lily Dalein the NY off-Broadway production, performed the role of Salome (with Al Pacino), starred in Jonathan Larson's musical Tick, Tick...Boom!, the hit comedy Modern Orthodox, and a national theater tour of the Bob Fosse musical Sweet Charity. Molly was in the comedy TV show Raising Expectations, created by Tom Saunders (Arrested Development) which premiered on The Canadian Family Channel in May 2016. She starred in The Secret Life of the American Teenager on ABC Family, and was in the Blumhouse feature Jem and the Holograms, directed by Jon Chu, and the comic indie Bad Night. Molly can be seen in Justin Kelly's film King Cobra, which premiered at The 2016 Tribeca Film Festival. Molly recently guest starred on Bravo's Odd Mom Out. Ms. Ringwald is the author of the national bestsellers, Getting the Pretty Back and When It Happens to You, and her writing has appeared in the New York Times, Vogue, Salon, Esquire, Allure, Tin House, the New York Times Book Review, and the Guardian, where she pens a weekly advice column.

Ilana Levine (Author), Ilana Levine (Narrator)

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Little Known Facts: Allison Janney

Allison Janney, a seven-time Primetime Emmy Award winner, had dreams of becoming an Olympic figure skater. That dream ended when, at age 17, she ran through a sliding glass window. The injury was serious, and, suddenly Allison's future goals shifted. She found herself at Kenyon College and she became a theater major. While at Kenyon Allison was discovered by Paul Newman and Joanne Woodward who had come to the college to direct a play at their alma mater. They encouraged Janney to go to NYC and pursue a career in acting professionally. What happened after that is the subject of this funny and intimate conversation with host Ilana Levine, a dear friend of Allison's. The two met and became fast friends when Ilana was starring in the HBO series 'Tanner 88' with a mutual friend. Allison walks us through her audition for 'The West Wing' and opens up about why the recent loss of her brother makes starring on the CBS hit show 'Mom' all the more important for her during this emotional time. The incredibly versatile Allison Janney has taken her place among a select group of actors who combine a leading lady's profile with a character actor's art of performance. Currently starring alongside Anna Faris in the CBS/Chuck Lorre sitcom, "Mom," Janney also received rave reviews for her turn as 'Margaret Scully' on Showtime's groundbreaking drama "Masters of Sex." Janney won Emmys for both roles in the same year; a rare feat in Emmy history. She won a second Emmy for "Mom" the following year, bringing her total number of ATAS statues to seven. She was also recently honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. In addition, Janney has continually taken on movie roles during her hiatus weeks from the sitcom. She's completed filming "I, Tonya" with Margot Robbie for Miramax Films. Janney also appeared in two of the previous summer's biggest box office titles: the adorably animated "Minions" and "Spy" with Melissa McCarthy. Prior feature work includes "The Duff," Jason Bateman's directorial debut "Bad Words," the Dreamworks' animated film "Mr. Peabody & Sherman," and "The Way, Way Back" with Steve Carell and Toni Collette. Additionally she co-starred in the much anticipated feature film 'The Help' based on the best-selling novel of the same name, winning the Ensemble awards from the Screen Actors Guild, National Board of Review and the Broadcast Film Critics. For her role in Todd Solondz's film 'Life During Wartime' she was nominated for Best Supporting Actress by the Spirit Awards. She received another Spirit Award nomination for her work in the independent feature "Our Very Own," and starred opposite Meryl Streep in "The Hours," which received a SAG Award nomination for Outstanding Ensemble Cast in a Motion Picture. Other feature credits include the Academy Award winning film "American Beauty" (for which she won a SAG Award for Outstanding Ensemble Cast in a Motion Picture) as well as "Nurse Betty," "How to Deal," "Drop Dead Gorgeous," "10 Things I Hate About You," "Primary Colors," "The Ice Storm," "Six Days Seven Nights," "The Object of My Affection," and "Big Night." On TV, she is renowned for her starring role in the acclaimed NBC series 'The West Wing,' where she won a remarkable four Emmy Awards and four SAG Awards for her portrayal of White House Press Secretary 'CJ Cregg.' She made her Broadway debut in Noel Coward's "Present Laughter" for which she earned the Outer Critics Circle Award and Clarence Derwent Award. She also appeared in Arthur Miller's 'A View from the Bridge,' receiving her first Tony Award nomination and winning the Outer Critics Circle Award as well as the musical '9 to 5,' Janney made her return to Broadway earlier this year in the revival of John Guare's "Six Degrees of Separation.'

Ilana Levine (Author), Ilana Levine (Narrator)

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