Monroeville Prepares for To Kill a Mockingbird Sequel Release
In Monroeville Alabama locals await Lee’s Watchman release amid celebratory events and a book launch by Madrie’s shop. About 7000 copies of Go Set a Watchman are stored in a converted home near the courthouse with shipments planned worldwide. The town, linked to Scout and Atticus Finch, hosts readings, tours, and a late night sale while Lee, in declining health, remains private.
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Public Library
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Ol’ Curiosities & Book Shoppe
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Dead Poets Society founder reaches 500th grave site
Walter Skold, founder of the Dead Poets Society of America, marks his 500th grave visit at Sun Ra’s Birmingham, Alabama site during a 90-graves Deep South tour. The Maine activist recited Randall’s Ballad of Birmingham at the Four Girls memorial and described his journey as emotional.
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Comic-Con no shows signal shifting times for big movies
The AP reports three major studios including Disney Marvel skipping Hall H at Comic-Con signaling shifting marketing strategies. Sony also holds back with Ghostbusters and Spider-Man news not yet shown. Paramount eschews a big Comic-Con presence, promoting Scout's Guide to the Zombie Apocalypse outside. The absence marks a notable shift for a 45 year old pop culture event.
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