While Hugo Chávez preached and promised, ruling with media savvy but blind indifference to details from the obfuscating labyrinth of Caracas ministries named ‘El Silencio’, Venezuela itself rotted. [24.May.13]

If you have ever doubted science, Darryl Cunningham's clever graphic exploration of controversial theories and ideas will set you on the course to realizing that ideology, not facts, create controversy. [23.May.13]

In 2001, author Roche's three siblings were killed in an auto accident en route to her wedding. She brings this tragedy to bear on Wrecked's Elizabeth. [23.May.13]

Howard Kaylan recalls his days as part of a hit-making band, a friend to a musical giant, and his tenacious grasp on his dream. [22.May.13]

Disparate threads appear united at first only by certain themes—sex, commerce, the threat of violence—but become progressively enmeshed in ways both clever and disturbing. [22.May.13]

Raised on a lifelong media diet of “good” and “bad” foods, some Americans tend to approach the dinner table in a state of panic. [21.May.13]

As with many marketing books, Contagious verges on pop psychology. [21.May.13]

This is one of the best books about music ever published. It's an absolute delight to sink into and thrash around in, and it comes with a rigorous and righteous sense of wild-eyed-and-eared enthusiasm, and enough exuberant 'motherfuckers' to make Tarantino blush.  [20.May.13]