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The Munchkin Book
The Official Companion - Read the Essays * (Ab)use the Rules * Win the Game
Language: English
Release Date: February 23, 2016
With 18 exclusive Munchkin® game rules!By gently and sometimes not so gently mocking the fantasy dungeon crawl and the sacred cows of pop culture, the Munchkin card game has stabbed and sneaked and snickered a path to the pinnacle of success. Along the way, it has sold millions of copies, been...
by David A. Frederick, Erica Berg, Susan Carnell
Language: English
Release Date: October 4, 2011
Language: English
Release Date: October 4, 2011
You’ve read the books. You’ve seen the films. Now get inside the heads of your favorite Twilight characters (just like Edward can!) in The Psychology of Twilight.Explore the minds and motives of Bella, Edward, Jacob, and more with a deeper look at the series that’s captured the hearts—and psyches—of...
Demigods and Monsters
Your Favorite Authors on Rick Riordan's Percy Jackson and the Olympians Series
Language: English
Release Date: July 2, 2013
Which Greek god makes the best parent?
Would you want to be one of Artemis’ Hunters?
Why do so many monsters go into retail?
Spend a little more time in Percy Jackson’s world—a place where the gods bike among us, monsters man snack bars, and each of us has the potential to become a hero.
Find...
Ender's World
Fresh Perspectives on the SF Classic Ender's Game
Language: English
Release Date: April 2, 2013
Experience the thrill of reading Ender's Game all over againGo deeper into the complexities of Orson Scott Card’s classic novel with science fiction and fantasy writers, YA authors, military strategists, including:Ender prequel series coauthor Aaron Johnston on Ender and the evolution of the child...
A Slayer Comes to Town
An Essay on Buffy the Vampire Slayer
Language: English
Release Date: October 2, 2012
From Seven Seasons of Buffy: Science Fiction and Fantasy Authors Discuss Their Favorite Television Show: Scott Westerfeld analyzes the success of Buffy as a nontraditional "Trespass" story.
Dragonwriter
A Tribute to Anne McCaffrey and Pern
Language: English
Release Date: August 6, 2013
When Anne McCaffrey passed in November 2011, it was not only those closest to her who mourned her death; legions of readers also felt the loss deeply. The pioneering science fiction author behind the Dragonriders of Pern® series crafted intricate stories, enthralling worlds, and strong heroines that...
Smart Pop Preview 2015
Standalone Pieces on Zombies, Gilmore Girls, The Hunger Games, Mad Men, Star Wars, Munchkin, Game of Thrones, Reacher, and More
Language: English
Release Date: June 23, 2015
Get a sneak peak at Smart Pop's upcoming 2015 titles, as well as some of our favorite backlist titles, with this preview volume of standalone essays, excerpts, and recipes!Volume Includes:I Remember Star Trek”-D.C. FontanaFrom Boarding the Enterprise: Transporters, Tribbles, And the Vulcan Death...
Webslinger
Unauthorized Essays On Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-man
Language: English
Release Date: June 22, 2009
The tangled web of vengeance, love, and loss woven by Spider-Man comics and films is explored in this collection of insightful essays by acclaimed writers of comics and science fiction and edited by Spider-Man comic writer Gerry Conway.A variety of topics-from the superhero’s sarcasm to the science...
The Man from Krypton
A Closer Look at Superman
Language: English
Release Date: January 6, 2015
Leading writers discuss, debate, and celebrate the legend of Superman in this anthology, contending that his legend is a truly American myth. Superman was an immigrant with little more than the clothes on his back and raised by simple farmers, absorbing their humble values. He always chose to do the...
Family Don't End with Blood
Cast and Fans on How Supernatural Has Changed Lives
Language: English
Release Date: May 9, 2017
How a Show, and the Support of Its Fandom, Changed—and Saved—Lives
Supernatural, a three-time People’s Choice Award winner for Favorite Sci-Fi/Fantasy TV Show and Tumblr’s 2015 Most Reblogged “Live Action TV,” has made a name for itself by supporting and encouraging its fans to...
DON'T PRESS THAT BUTTON!
An Essay on James Bond
Language: English
Release Date: October 2, 2012
From James Bond in the 21st Century: Why We Still Need 007: J.A. Konrath's spy gagdget shopping list includes "usefulness" analyses and a cool-factor review.
In the Hunt
Unauthorized Essays on Supernatural
Language: English
Release Date: March 1, 2009
“Supernatural” is more than a show about fighting demons. It’s about more than a cool car, a kick-ass soundtrack and hot guys with guns. “Supernatural” is about family and sacrifice and heroism—about good and evil and the choices you make to stay in the hunt. You know there’s more to this...
Filled with Glee
The Unauthorized Glee Companion
Language: English
Release Date: November 2, 2010
Is Sue is the true driving force behind Glee? Who is the real alpha male in New Directions? Why do we really keep coming back to Glee week after week?From its quirky character insights to its inspirational, funny, and touching stories from fellow gleeks, Filled with Glee is the perfect companion for...
by Alan S. Brown, Chris Logan
Language: English
Release Date: June 22, 2009
Language: English
Release Date: June 22, 2009
Psychologists turn their attention to The Simpsons,” one of America’s most popular and beloved shows, in these essays that explore the function and dysfunctions of the show’s characters. Designed to appeal to both fans of the show and students of psychology, this unique blend of science and pop...