Stephen King opens up on writing and near death
Stephen King discusses his demons in On Writing a memoir style guide for authors. He recalls a van incident, years of addiction including booze and coke, and his wife Tabitha staging an intervention. He notes ongoing work on a new thriller The Plant and reflects on writing craft. Oprah Winfrey buys another condo on Fisher Island Florida.
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History of the World According to Richard Landers Column
Bear Ann Landers cites a reader request to reprint a humorous piece The History of the World compiled by Richard Lederer. The spoof lists absurd misstatements about biblical and classical figures, inventors, and events with exaggerated puns and misnamings.
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Hughley seeks better fall slot with UPN show move
Comedian DL Hughley eyes a stronger fall role on UPN after ABC neglect. The Hughleys will air 9 p.m. Mondays starting Sept 4 on WNYS TV. A Latina housekeeper is added as a major character. the show remains based on his L A family life.
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Kent talks career highs from Stark Raving Mad to That's Life
Kent reflects on winning Miss Greater Syracuse, the Miss America pageant circuit, and her New Jersey accent influence. She recalls nerves on set, awe at co stars, and comfort with aging as Lydia in That's Life. She praises ex co star Jenny McCarthy and values her leadership example.
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Eric Weber and His How to Pick Up Girls! Book Rise
Eric Weber built a career around interviewing women to craft openings for dating. In 1970 he self published How to Pick Up Girls!, marketed in magazines like Playboy, and it sparked a cultural wave with a 1970s TV adaptation. Weber demonstrates lines in New York and asserts the importance of conversation over looks while navigating criticism of sexist language.
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