BOOK REVIEWS

Apr 19 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Different paths to sharing a life: Two new memoirs show two sides of storytelling

One recent release dives deep while another zooms ahead. In one book, the author collects years of memories like a gardener gathering apples; in the other, the author skips from idea to idea so fast the pages almost flip themselves. No grand speeches, no heavy conclusions—just two honest looks at ho

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Dec 17 2025SPORTS

Missouri's Sports Betting Scene: What's Hot and What's Not

Missouri's sports betting apps are making waves, even though local teams aren't winning as much as fans hoped. Since the launch on December 1, Missourians have been betting on out-of-state teams too, giving them plenty of options to win big. DraftKings stands out with its user-friendly app and grea

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Aug 17 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Hollywood Dreams: A Realistic Guide to Breaking In

Hollywood is changing fast. Old jobs are disappearing, and new tech is shaking things up. But don't worry, help is here. Two former editors, Ada Tseng and Jon Healey, have written a book to guide you through the chaos. They talked to hundreds of insiders to give you the real deal on Hollywood career

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