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A Sneak Peek At New Books

Posted 11.09.2009 | Books

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This week, the book review round-up includes some reviews from insider journals Publishers Weekly, Kirkus and Booklist, which often get the scoop on n...

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The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency: Endearing, but not Engaging

Jessica Gross | Posted 06.01.2009 | Entertainment

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Jessica Gross

If you're looking for a series to watch before bedtime or after a stressful day, The No. Ladies' Detective Agency is for you. But for challenging and emotive television, look elsewhere.

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Third Screen: The Really Terrible Orchestra Attacks America

Vickie Karp | Posted 05.05.2009 | Entertainment

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Vickie Karp

I heard novelist Alexander McCall Smith play in his beloved Really Terrible Orchestra at Town Hall Wednesday night, and all I can say is there is absolutely no danger they'll get good any time soon.

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Third Screen: A Big HBO Series About a Woman Named Precious

Vickie Karp | Posted 04.25.2009 | Entertainment

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Vickie Karp

I spoke with Alexander McCall Smith, author of the best-selling The No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency, about HBO's new series based on the book.

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