The Academy Book Recommendations & Book Mentions
This list consists of recommendations or mentions of books spotted in media, social media accounts, podcasts or other public websites.
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Lady Sings the Blues: The 50th-Anniversay Edition with a Revised Discography
Billie HolidayThe AcademyThe 45th Academy Awards in 1973 marked the first time two Black women were nominated for Best Actress in the same year: Cicely Tyson for her performance as Rebecca Morgan in 'Sounder' and Diana Ross for portraying Billie Holiday in 'Lady Sings the Blues.' #BHM https://t.co/80CXl3wGlV
Paperback, 2006
$18.00Member price:$9.00 + Free shipping50% off your first book
Persuasion
Jane AustenThe AcademyWhy @NetflixFilm's 'Persuasion' breaks the fourth wall on Jane Austen's last great love story. (EXCLUSIVE) https://t.co/sbW52IJFDg
Hardcover, 2012
$26.00Member price:$13.00 + Free shipping50% off your first book
Coal Miner's Daughter
Loretta LynnThe AcademyLoretta Lynn and Sissy Spacek after the 53rd Academy Awards (March 31, 1981). Spacek, who was personally selected by Lynn to portray her in the biographical musical film 'Coal Miner's Daughter,' earned the Best Actress Oscar for her performance as the country music icon. https://t.co/mbFnBhY1Ic
Paperback, 2021
$19.99Member price:$9.99 + Free shipping50% off your first book
Carrie
Stephen KingThe AcademyHow it started vs. how it's going: 'Carrie' Edition. 46 years ago today, Brian De Palma's film adaptation of Stephen King's 'Carrie' was released. The film earned Oscar nominations for Actress in a Leading Role (Sissy Spacek) and Actress in a Supporting Role (Piper Laurie). https://t.co/nB8Wv5wYkT
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Babe: The Gallant Pig
Dick King-SmithThe Academy'Babe,' an adaptation of Dick King-Smith's novel 'The Sheep-Pig,' released in theaters 27 years ago today. 'Babe' earned seven Oscar nominations (Best Picture, Actor in a Supporting Role, Art Direction, Directing, Film Editing, Writing), including one win for Visual Effects. https://t.co/LOVejZr1jg
Hardcover, 2001
$23.80Member price:$11.90 + Free shipping50% off your first book
Mama's Boy: A Story from Our Americas
Dustin Lance BlackThe Academy'Mama's Boy' trailer explores Dustin Lance Black's relationship with his mother and Mormon past. https://t.co/fwibMAWI3x
Paperback, 2020
$16.95Member price:$8.48 + Free shipping50% off your first book
Little Women
Louisa May AlcottThe Academy"Well, I believe we have some power over who we love, it isn't something that just happens to a person." - Florence Pugh as Amy March 'Little Women' (2019) directed by Greta Gerwig Screenplay by Greta Gerwig; based on the novel by Louisa May Alcott https://t.co/69vLoFWYjd
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A New Hope: Star Wars: Episode IV
George LucasThe AcademyEvery generation has a legend. Every journey has a first step. Every saga has a beginning. George Lucas' 'Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace' released 23 years ago on May 19, 1999. https://t.co/CtNwvwl4LQ
Paperback, Mass Market, 1986
$10.99Member price:$5.49 + Free shipping50% off your first book
Born on the Fourth of July
Ron KovicThe AcademyTom Cruise's Oscar nominated performances: • Ron Kovic in 'Born on the Fourth of July' (Actor in a Leading Role) • Jerry Maguire in 'Jerry Maguire' (Actor in a Leading Role) • Frank T.J. Mackey in 'Magnolia' (Actor in a Supporting Role) Which is your favorite? https://t.co/ukQJyGWFZv
Paperback, 2016
$15.95Member price:$7.97 + Free shipping50% off your first book
Oscar Wars: A History of Hollywood in Gold, Sweat, and Tears
Michael SchulmanThe AcademyAttend an exclusive signing of author Michael Schulman’s (@MJSchulman) page-turning "Oscar Wars: A History of Hollywood in Gold, Sweat, and Tears" this Sunday, Feb. 26, 1-3 PM at @AcademyMuseum. Link to Purchase Tickets: https://t.co/OgBNO1ZU6W https://t.co/iCEg5TXj54
Paperback, 2024
$24.99Member price:$12.49 + Free shipping50% off your first book