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| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 1646 | Founded | 16 years ago |
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Cartoonist and illustrator Jim Rugg (Street Angel, The Plain Janes) joins comics creator (and Skylight's own) Sina Grace to talk about Rugg's forthcoming book in the Marvel Age of Comics criticism series: Wolverine: Weapon X - An Exploration (street ... more
Minimalist music is not about minimal materials. It's about time. It's a process that puts the experience of time into sound. In discussing Minimalist Music, his new book for 33 1/3's GENRE series, musician and critic George Grella, Jr. (Miles Davis'... more
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I really enjoy hearing about books straight from the source! Plus the whole series about books to movies and the pluses/minuses of film adapation is deeply on point. Love, love, love.
It’s refreshing to hear booksellers have a thoughtful debate on the merits of film adaptation. These guys are movie-lovers for sure, but obviously appreciate the printed word.
One question, eight ‘like’s’. How many in the whole podcast? Invest in an editing program if you can’t speak without this annoying verbal tic.
Lance is a great host!
Just like the store…. I lived in LA for years and I miss the store. These podcasts remind me of nights under the tree at Skylight. Keep it going.
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A thoughtful mix of author interviews, book-focused discussions, and genre-bending analysis, with a strong emphasis on music-centric fiction, film and media adaptations, and pop culture history. Episodes frequently explore how books intersect with music, film, and visual storytelling, featuring deep dives into creative processes, world-building, and the cultural impact of specific works. Listeners can expect candid author insights, behind-the-scenes publishing anecdotes, and practical plugs for nearby bookstores or events. Notably, conversations often blend scholarly critique with accessible storytelling, making complex topics approachable for book lovers, collectors, and aspiring writers alike.
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Recent guests on Skylight Books Podcast Series include:
1. Val Lesser
2. Jim Rugg
3. George Grella, Jr.
4. Ted Adams
5. Anna Dorn
6. Hannah Lillith Assadi
7. Jes Battis
8. Wes Locher
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