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If you genuinely want to know how to solve common problems, this is not the book for you. If you want to know how to become a mad scientist and destroy the universe, you’ve come to the right place. Randall Munroe (of xkcd fame) will have you in stitches as you learn the very serious science behind the worst ways to solve everyday problems.
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“Age of Resistance,” the prequel to Jim Henson’s iconic dark fantasy YA film, “The Dark Crystal,” hits screens this fall as a Netflix series. The Gelfling are back on a quest to save their world from darkness and the evil Skeksis. In this sequel to the original, join the adventures of Thurma, a young Fireling, and Gelfling Kensho, as they battle to save the land of Thra.
International Podcast Day…
Actress and author Chelsea Handler does a deep-dive looking for herself and what really matters in her memoir about turning over a new leaf (whacky hijinks ensue). Handler has a podcast by the same name, “Life Will Be the Death of Me,” where she interviews other comedians.
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YouTube star Lilly Singh is the new boss (or bawse, in her words) of late-night TV. She’s taking over as host for Carson Daly on NBC with the launch of “A Little Late with Lilly Singh” this September. In her book, she shares how to think big — and make even bigger things happen.
Emmy nominee…
Is “Killing Eve,” starring fan-favorite Sandra Oh, one of your favorite TV series? Then you’ll be delighted to know that the show is based on this compilation of four novellas. And who, really, can resist more edge-of-your-seat spy thriller action?
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“Mindhunter” is the true story of FBI agent John Douglas, one of the founders of criminal profiling. His interviews with killers are dark, disturbing, and somehow a little sad. After several years, a second season of the hit Netflix adaptation came out this August.
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See the trials and tribulations of a fraying family from the heartwarming perspective of their dog. Man’s best friend has much to teach about winning, losing, and loving on this emotionally turbulent ride. The movie adaptation stars Milo Ventimiglia, Amanda Seyfried, and Kevin Costner as the voice of the dog, Enzo.
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