Television Books

Dangerous Innocence investigates how prevailing constructions of white masculinity in the U.S. South help feed and reinforce systems of racial inequity. Tracing the rise of the "southern outsider" in literature and on television from 1960 to 2020,...

Since the early 2000s, popular culture has experienced a "Zombie Renaissance," beginning in film and expanding into books, television, video games, theatre productions, phone apps, collectibles and toys. Zombies have become allegorical figures...

One of the most critically-acclaimed television series of all time, Arrested Development is widely hailed as a cutting-edge comedy that broke the traditional sitcom mold. The winner of six Emmys, the series was canceled by Fox in 2006, only to be...

These new essays examine the many ways that issues of gender and sexuality intersect with other identities and practices--including race, religion, disability, music and education--on the Fox hit program Glee. With gender and sexuality concerns at the...

Producer-writer Roy Huggins is best known for creating the TV series, Maverick, 77 Sunset Strip, The Fugitive, Run For Your Life and The Rockford Files (with Stephen J. Cannell). This biography details his personal and professional life, aided by...

James Arness gives the full story on his early years, his family, his military career and his film work in Hollywood, including appearances in the cult-favorite science fiction movies Them! and The Thing. He had a very long run on television's...

After a century of reinvention and, frequently, reinterpretation, Western movies continue to contribute to the cultural understanding of the United States. And Western archetypes remain as important emblems of the American experience, relating a...

There are two ages in the history of television: before HBO and after HBO. Before the launch of Home Box Office in 1972, the industry had changed little since the birth of broadcast network television in the late 1940s. The arrival of the premium...

This is the first biography of journalist Robert Pierpoint, a contemporary of Edward R. Murrow, hired by him to cover the Korean War for CBS. He went on to cover the White House, through six presidents. In more than 40 years with the network, he...

In this collection of 22 interviews (with Ralph Bellamy, Angela Cartwright, Barbara Eden, Kathy Garver, Gale Gordon, Don Grady, Linda Kaye Henning, Anne Jeffreys, Meredith MacRae, Gary Owens, Paul Peterson, Kasey Rogers, Rose Marie, James Stacy,...

Long dismissed as ciphers, sycophants and "Stepford Wives," women characters of primetime television during the 1950s through the 1980s are overdue for this careful reassessment. From smart, savvy wives and resilient mothers (including the...

Scriptwriting - 3 Manuscripts in 1 Book, Including: How to Write a Screenplay, How to Write Non-Fiction and How to Edit Writing1)HOW TO WRITE A SCREENPLAY:7 Easy Steps to Master Screenwriting, Scriptwriting, Writing a Movie & Television Writing...

A detailed guide to preparing to record music for media (film/TV/games) covering everything from organization, budgeting and scheduling to large scale scoring sessions, small scale remote recordings, material preparation and more. This guide covers...

Before the unprecedented televised presidential debates of 1960, most Americans were able to relate to their leaders in little more than an historical context. In the era of televised elections, however, the media have allowed Americans to witness the...

Creator of the GoFaSt Model, author Greg Takoudes introduces a comprehensive study of the structural models of screenwriting and provides readers with an adaptive framework for writing successful scripts.With a new approach which reframes discussions and...

Taking essential media production processes, this book deconstructs them into the most basic components. Students will learn the concepts of media production - frame, sound, light, time, motion, and sequencing - and be able to apply them to any medium...

In this New York Times bestselling book, Little People, Big World TV stars Jeremy and Audrey Roloff share what they learned from their own dating journey to equip you to build godly relationships from your first date to saying 'I do' and beyond.

Die immer wieder spannende und unterhaltsame Auflösung der Kriminalfälle von Special Agent Leroy Jethro Gibbs, dargestellt von Mark Harmon mit seinem NCIS-Team begeistert seit mehr als 15 Jahren weltweit eine große Anzahl von Fernsehzuschauern und machte...

Screen Media offers screen enthusiasts the analytical and theoretical vocabulary required to articulate responses to film and television. The authors emphasise the importance of 'thinking on both sides of the screen'. They show how to develop the skills...

In the midst of a superhero takeover with groundbreaking films bringing comic books to the big screen on an unprecedented scale, one cinematic saga would forever alter the landscape of superhero movies and Hollywood ...Batman. Superman. Wonder Woman. As...

In his previous exposé, Screen Saver: Private Stories of Public Hollywood (Bear Manor Media, 2016), former movie publicist and film critic Nat Segaloff wrote about what visiting celebrities did when they thought nobody was watching. Here, in...

H.M. WYNANT'S EIGHT-DECADE CAREER FROM BROADWAY TO HOLLYWOODCO-STARRING OLIVIER, HEPBURN, FLYNN, STEIGER, BRONSON, GABLE, LANCASTER, BATMAN, AND MANY, MANY MORE. Whether you know H.M. Wynant or not, this book is for anyone who wants to know, experience,...

Every weeknight, millions of Americans make a ritual of watching other Americans guess letters in word puzzles for a chance at up to a million dollars in cash and prizes. This fun, engaging institution has earned fifty-five Emmy nominations and has...

Don't Look at the Camera tells the extraordinary inside story of what it’s like to spend a lifetime making television. Ian Fisher is an international award winning producer/director who started his television career as a news reporter and...

Discover the profound lessons and impact. the beloved animated series Adventure Time on modern adolescents, exploring a wide range of ethical, emotional, and social topics with respect and depth. Dive into the series examination of morality, friendship,...

Adventure Time and Its Impact: A Comprehensive Guide to the Cult Classic Cartoon and Its Cultural Influence explores the creation and legacy of Adventure Time, delving into the backgrounds of its creators and voice cast, the animation studio behind it,...

Discover the enchanting world of Adventure Time. this comprehensive textbook that delves into the shows history, characters, storytelling techniques, and cultural impact; explore the magical Land of Ooo, analyze the complex themes and emotional depth,...

From Screen to Society: The Cultural Impact of Pickle Rick on the Rick and Morty Fanbase explores the phenomenon surrounding the iconic episode, diving deep into its impact on the show, fanbase, popular culture, and society. Through a comprehensive...

"Cupine" The Real Family Feud is a clever interpretation of the events that took place when I went on a very popular game show. Comical, exciting and thrilling this book is about a true event that occurred in my life. I was on a game show called...

Is there any forest where no human beings reside? There may be.Is there any forest where trees can talk, sing, listen to, laugh, cry, and offer fruits sensing one's mind? There may be.Maybe, hearing the human's footsteps, they will be silent, or else...

"What's the story, Wishbone?" was the question asked by the theme song of one of the most inspired children's TV shows ever made. Wishbone was a sort of Masterpiece Theater made just for youngsters - although easily enjoyed by adults as well. On...

"What's the story, Wishbone?" was the question asked by the theme song of one of the most inspired children's TV shows ever made. Wishbone was a sort of Masterpiece Theater made just for youngsters - although easily enjoyed by adults as well. On...

The Warner Bros. western series Lawman starring John Russell, Peter Brown, and Peggie Castle originally broadcast on ABC-TV airing 156 new episodes between September 1958 and June 1962. As played by steel-eyed John Russell, Dan Troop is a no-nonsense...

TELETUBBIES ON THE SCREEN AND BEHIND THE SCENES is a book that more than lives up to its title. Here is the entire story of Teletubbies. Denise Noe shows the reader the seeds that sprouted in the minds of Andrew Davenport, whose fascination with the...

TELETUBBIES ON THE SCREEN AND BEHIND THE SCENES is a book that more than lives up to its title. Here is the entire story of Teletubbies. Denise Noe shows the reader the seeds that sprouted in the minds of Andrew Davenport, whose fascination with the...

 In the 1990s animation boom, The Ren & Stimpy Show stood supreme. Through draftsmanship, charismatic voices, irreverent sight gags, crass humor, and stellar character acting, animation’s most talented and disturbed artists created an...

Movies made for television were in their infancy when ABC came up with a novel idea: a weekly series of films made exclusively for the small screen. The ABC Movie of the Week became a great success and a cultural touchstone for a generation of Americans...

Absurdly funny, trenchant, and provocative, this outside-looking-in account of the stillbirth of one particular television series is a must read for every serious and not-so-serious television viewer.

Crisis TV addresses the motif of crisis that has come to dominate contemporary Hispanic televisual production since 2008 and the onset of the global financial crisis. In almost unprecedented fashion, the global economy came to a standstill, reshaping...

A freewheeling, nonlinear exploration of the performing duo and their decade-long collaboration from 1946 to 1956.

There are 666 ideas in this book for making a Satanic video game. More than that- in fact nearly 1,000 ideas are here for a new Satanic game. The first two parts focus on the plot of becoming The Antichrist and taking over the world. The third part is a...

The Theater of Education V4 is a book written by Stephanie Felicite Genlis and first published in 1781. The book is part of a series that explores the author's theories on education and child-rearing. In this volume, Genlis focuses on the importance of...

Le Momus Fran�����ois est un livre de l'auteur Antoine Le Roy, publi����� en 1781. Ce livre raconte les aventures divertissantes du Duc de Roquelaure. Le personnage principal est un noble fran�����ais qui aime s'amuser et profiter de la vie. Il est...

Faszination Film und Fernsehen: Für viele ist es ein Traum, in einer TV-Serie oder einem Kinofilm mitzumachen. Entweder wollen sie von ihrem Freundeskreis zu hören bekommen „Hey, ich habe dich gestern im Fernsehen gesehen. Cooler Auftritt" oder sie...

'Six Feet Under' - originally broadcast on theAmerican cable channel HBO from 2001 to 2005 - is a widely acclaimed, awardwinning family saga. Taking as its starting point the sudden deathof funeral home owner Nathaniel Fisher, the show explores the...

The Discover Cats love to explore everywhere they can get their paws on. Learning is the best! This time, the Discover Cats head to outer space to learn about earth, the solar system, the sun, and the moon. Packed with plenty of scientific facts, this...

"A fascinating look behind the media mirror that reflects celebrity and power ... incredible." —Bob Dotson, New York Times bestselling author, former national correspondent, the Today showAward-winning investigative reporter Matthew...