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WHAT IS OUR ‘ULTIMATE CONCERN’?
Americans will be taking our most passionate concerns to the ballot box on November 6. On both sides of the aisle, voters are approaching Election Day with religious fervor. But, what is our “ultimate concern”?
Since 2007, ReadTheSpirit has covered important new voices in books and films with a focus on cultural and religious diversity. This week, we invited columnist Henry Brinton to share a bit of wisdom with us—from a range of religious traditions—that may refocus our concerns in this historic week for all Americans.
We know that our readership is global—and we invite our readers overseas to read along with Henry’s column, as well. You may find yourself inspired by his column, wherever you live and whatever regional issues you are facing. AS ALWAYS—Feel free to share this column with friends!
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AMERICA’s CRADLE OF CIVILIZATION
THE FIRST AMERICANS—For weeks, we have been urging readers not to miss the ambitious new PBS series, Native America, which reveals the riches of our ancient American civilizations. New this week is Rodney Curtis’s column and photos, taking us to the Hopewell Culture National Historical Park in Chillicothe. If you have been watching the PBS series, then you’ll be eager to see Rodney’s story and photos. As Rodney puts it: Back when Julius Caesar and Jesus were alive and well—Native Americans were building earthen mounds and embankments in their communities.
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HOLIDAYS & FESTIVALS
THANKSGIVING—It’s not too early to plan for holiday-themed movies, writes faith-and-film columnist Ed McNulty this week. He’s got two suggestions of entertaining but often overlooked movies—one of them a classic from Woody Allen.
HOLIDAY GIFT GIVING—While you’re planning for the holidays, start thinking now about great books for the readers you love. To help, we’ve published an overview of some terrific gift-giving ideas, whatever your year-end occasion might be. And, please, consider sharing this column with friends. Speaking for our entire family of authors: We all hope you’ll join us in encouraging Peace on Earth!
Want to see all the holidays? www.InterfaithHolidays.com
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FRONT EDGE PUBLISHING
WHAT ARE THE DIFFERENT EBOOK FORMATS?
In our weekly Front Edge Publishing columns, our team has been exploring Metadata 101, illuminating the many mysteries involved in preparing for the professional launch of a new book. This week, Production Manager Dmitri Barvinok sorts out the sometimes confusing array of eBook formats. From the perspective of readers—we just want to read our favorite authors! Publishers must scramble to ensure that we can sell books in every format readers could select. You may be surprised at how many options you’ve got as a reader.
Want to learn more about publishing today? Please, share this home address with friends: www.FrontEdgePublishing.com
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FAITH & FILM: Ed McNulty
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ED McNULTY, for decades, has published reviews, magazine articles and books exploring connections between faith and film. Most of his work is freely published. Ed supports his work by selling the Visual Parables Journal, a monthly magazine packed with discussion guides to films. This resource is used coast-to-coast by individuals who love the movies and by educators, clergy and small-group leaders.
Among Ed’s free reviews and columns are:
- THE HATE U GIVE—Ed writes, “Director George Tillman Jr. has crafted an inspiring film that both gets to the heart of #Black Lives Matter and celebrates the love and strength to be gained from a cohesive family, regardless of race.” He says this is the one film all Americans should be sure to see this year. (5 out of 5 stars)
- BARBERSHOP (2002)—You’ll find related themes explored in this 5-star movie.
FIRST MAN—This film tells us as much about Neil Armstrong the family man as it does Armstrong the astronaut. (5 stars)- UNBROKEN: PATH TO REDEMPTION—This is a low-budget sequel to the highly praised movie Unbroken, which told the harrowing story of a World War II prisoner of war. Ed McNulty says the sequel is inspiring but also seems old-fashioned, reminding him of one of the evangelical features Billy Graham’s staff made decades ago. (4 stars)
- CHANGE IN THE AIR—When a mysterious, unattached woman moves into a small town, neighbors begin to wonder at the huge sacks of mail she receives. What’s her story? Ed says it’s a terrific movie. (4.5 out of 5 stars)
- BAD TIMES AT THE EL ROYALE—Ed writes, “Drew Goddard’s bloody neo-noir crime film surprised me almost as much as Quinten Tarantino’s Pulp Fiction by the emergence of the theme of grace and repentance at the conclusion.” (4 stars)
- LITTLE WOMEN—Ed writes, “The new Little Women is more of an ‘inspired by’ version of Louisa May Alcott’s classic than the many previous film adaptations.” (4 stars)
- GENERATION WEALTH—Another can’t-miss-it documentary is Lauren Greenfield’s thought-provoking project, both in book and cinematic forms. (4 stars)
- A STAR IS BORN—You may be wondering whether it is worth seeing this newest version of the Hollywood chestnut. Ed says he was very impressed with Bradley Cooper’s new approach to remaking this classic tale. (5 stars)
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