Style Your Library

Madame Bovary gets a makeover

As a writer, I hardly have to be reminded of the importance of a good book. And now -- as we face an unprecedented global economic meltdown and with TV delivering the wall-to-wall dour  news, books can provide a perfect escape for a few essential hours, before we have to face-up to our realities. Of course, when books come in packages as beautiful as these, it makes 'book lust' come alive for me all over again. Here those clever folks over at Penguin have asked their gifted illustrator Coralie Bickford-Smith redesign the covers to many of their classics, all available as hardcovers.

Coralie said in an interview with Penguin (for the full deal, check out their blog ) that her favorite cover to design was CRIME AND PUNISHMENT and she adds; "All the books in this series have patterns that adhere to a strict grid. I felt that with this title the design could start on the same grid but become deconstructed. I have a real enthusiasm for pattern design, so I was obsessed by this project. I wanted to create sumptuous books for people to enjoy, cherish, and pass on." Good for you, Coralie! These hard covers would make a fabulous addition to mine, or indeed anyone's, library. Could there be a lovelier gift? My personal favorite was the re-imagined MADAME BOVARY in bright purples and pinks. Fabulous!

Buy them at Waterstone's

It's only Rock & Roll, but I like it?!

"Dude, we are so gonna get signed!!!"

If you long for the days of Camaros, back pocket combs, half shirts and painters pants, then take a click on over to www.rockandrollconfidential.com.

The site is devoted to taking the piss out of local bands from around the country. Their tagline reads, “Your band sucks.” ‘Nuff said.

With some semblance to a rock and roll version of The Onion, the site is replete with an internet reality show (RRCTV). One installment features Vancouver metal band The Legion. Unbeknownst to the band, they come across as a pack of tattooed, no-talent underachievers. Like Spinal Tap without the spine. Priceless.

But here's what we love the most.  If you click here you'll find dizzying array of independent press photos line the hallowed “Hall of Douchebags.” Bands photographed against brick walls are collectively known as “Brickwallers,” while the single standout wannabes are mostly referred to simply as “Jeremy.” Personal vendetta or a nod to Eddie Vedder? You decide.

While the founder is apparently moving on, as he seemingly has grown weary of making fun of bands - we can't help but give him another shout out.  Oh, Brickwaller - we hardly knew ye.

 
 

Photo/Art Credit: Getty Images

I Am Woman, Hear Me Roar...

Who said there are no roles for older actresses

Refresh: DAME's Recommendations for Your Netflix Queue

Our favorite movies to kick off the season of stay-inside weather

Fall is upon us, which means winter is around the corner.  And what better way to usher in weather that's perfect for cuddling up with a blanket (and hopefully someone else) than to boost up your Netflix queue.  We at DAME pride ourselves on our affair of the heart with movies, so we feel it's only fair to spread the love.

Do you need a respite from the relentless political news coverage and want to escape with some actual suspension of disbelief?  Check out our recommendations for Best Political Movies.

Are you a lover of all things black and white, harkening back to a day when things seemed simpler?  Well, put on a pencil skirt and get your cigarette holder ready, here's our list of Noir Films that’ll help you perfect your femme fatale.

Or, are you an athlete who loves to score both on and off the field/court/ice, etc.?  Then check our our list of top Romantic Sports Movies.

And finally, perhaps you're planning to actually hibernate through winter and need more than a couple movies?  Here are our picks for Essential DVD Collections.

So, break out the wine and popcorn (hey, even throw caution to the wind and toss in some Milk Duds) and happy viewing! 

The Week in Links: DAME's A.D.D News Round Up

Our pick of 'in-case-you-missed-it' headlines

9/11 Seven Years Later:  Bin Laden Still Free while Al Qaida and Taliban Continue to Gain Momentum  

In what promises to make fantastic TV, stay tuned in the coming weeks as the Mac/Palin ticket offers their version of success in the region.  For even more realism, check out season four of The Hills every Monday night on MTV.      

Jessica Simpson Says Cowboys will "Kick Philly Butt"

Because guaranteeing victories always works, "Chick-y-of-the-Sea" chimes in with her Cowboys over Eagles declaration for this Sundays NFC East battle.  No word yet on whether she'll be in the same luxury box she sat in during last years drubbing at the hands of the Eagles that saw her beau, Tony Romo, put in his second worst game as a pro.  Romo's worst ever performance occurred in December of 2006 - also against the Eagles - when then-girlfriend Carrie Underwood sat in the box.  For you scoring at home, it looks like this: 

2006 Eagles @ Cowboys - The Carrie Underwood choke game.
2007 Eagles @ Cowboys - The Jessica Simpson choke game.
2008 Eagles @ Cowboys - The Jessica Simpson choke game, Part 2?

Bill Clinton Predicts Obama will Royally Kick McCain Butt

Because guaranteeing victories always works, Former President Bill Clinton offers his unsolicited opinion on the outcome of the upcoming election.  Someone please tell Sucker MC to pass the mic, preferably to the left hand side. 

Kanye West Smashes a $10,000 Papparazzo Camera

Disclaimer:  I sat next to King Bonnaroo en route to Hawaii and the dude didn't utter a single word - not even to the 10 year-old who politely asked for his autograph. 

But really, who gives a shit about some pap's camera?  I'm guessing Sienna Miller's peeps have called to offer their support.

Matt Damon Rips the Notion of President Palin

Referring to the horrific possibility of a Sarah Palin presidency, Matt Damon of all people lashes out saying, "I need to know if she really thinks dinosaurs were here 4,000 years ago ...that's an important ...I want to know that ...I really do, because she's going to have the nuclear codes."

Truth is always stranger than fiction - strange days indeed.

Tila Tequila Aspires to Being Friends with Amy Winehouse

Not to help her, but "to join" her.   

Photo/Art Credit: A&E

Corey Feldman as Lennon?

In this case, even one Corey is too much

The waves of sheer disgust began earlier this month when Corey Feldman, co-star of the sometimes-too-much reality show The Two Coreys (also featuring a slurry Corey Haim), revealed that he and his wife Susie were going to appear in a PETA poster recreating the legendary John Lennon and Yoko Ono bed-in, an event that birthed the anthem “Give Peace a Chance.”

The oily, Michael Jackson-worshipping Feldman as Lennon? The mind reels. Makes you want to go eat a steak just to protest PETA’s “Give Peas a Chance” promotional decision making. Beyond even that, Feldman was apparently so disgusted by his partially-clothed image that he speed dialed his wife’s plastic surgeon (the artist responsible for her boobs, currently on display in Playboy) for a bit of gut work, in lieu of a nice, healthy, veggie diet to get rid of the sickening spare tire. Nice message from the PETA poster boy.

Fans of such fare will be glad to know the whole operation was documented for The Two Coreys. Watching that will no doubt keep you from eating anything, be it plant or beast. 

Will Spears Skewer Herself Again?

Britney may star in S&M carjacking epic

This would be funny, if it wasn’t so, well, not funny. After mandatory stints in the psych ward, allegedly booze fueled misdeeds and high weirdness hijinks (not to mention a random, self-induced head-shaving) bedeviled superstar Britney Spears is apparently considering her next career move.

Which is—wait for it--Starring in The Knoxville Carjacking Party, a film based on the alleged kidnapping, rape, murder (and carjacking) of two students in Tennessee that took place last year. Which means, among other things, that memories of the crime are still fresh. The script supposedly contains plenty of extremely graphic sadomasochistic sex. Depending on your point of view, a move that could bring a whole new view of Britney into the public eye, or be a breathtaking embarrassment. Either way, hopefully she’ll have her shrink standing by on set.  

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