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A revised, expanded, and up-to-date volume that traces the history of jazz and the genre's development over the years. Spotlights key people, locations, and moments that have defined the history of jazz.

From two of the most acclaimed writers in the field today, a groundbreaking look at how SF and fantasy writing--and reading!--work. Jo Walton and Ada Palmer are two of the most innovative and insightful writers to emerge in the SF and fantasy genres in this century. As writers of fiction they've each won multiple awards. As commenters on SF and fantasy in print and in visual media, they've both sparked new conversations that expanded our imaginations...

24th Poet Laureate of the United States Ada Limón inspires us to see poetry as much more than just words--as a powerful force for healing, a call to action, and a vibrant celebration of humanity's many voices. Ada Limón--celebrated poet laureate and 2023 MacArthur fellow--takes us on an inspiring journey into a world where poetry is both a soothing balm for the soul and a spark for transformation. With her blend of accessible yet profound prose,...

Provides the history of music and its relationship to mathematics. Includes graphs, color photographs, a timeline, practice math problems, discussion questions, and a glossary.

Discusses what makes a good romance story, the origin, history, and early writers of the genre; how the hero and heroine interact--their characters, point of view, and chemistry; novels and serialized stories; popularity; contemporary verses historical or period romances; blending romance stories with other genres; the master romance writers and classic romance stories. Also includes a glossary and a guide to additional information.

The Velvet Underground & Nico was released in the spring of 1967. For decades, the cliche has been that it initially only sold 10,000 copies, though everyone who bought it supposedly started a band. It is the definition of a record whose influence outstrips its mass popularity. But what if the opposite had transpired? What if instead of selling 10,000 copies, it had sold... 10 million copies? What if it had sold 100 million copies? What would have...

Explores the genre of martial arts films and profiles famous actors such as Bruce Lee, Jackie Chan, and Chuck Norris.

Explores the history of comic book style and art, touching on how comic book culture has changed throughout the decades and how modern artists are using social media to get their work around industry blockades. Discusses how comic book creators have begun exploring more social and cultural topics, such as LGBTQ characters, in modern comics.

Examines the history of human fascination with mystery stories. Discusses and briefly summarizes a variety of classic and modern mystery stories, from Sherlock Holmes to the TV show "Dexter."