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Northshire Bookstore ReviewReviewed By... Alden GravesOne of the 20th century's most influential country singers led a life that cast the trials and heartbreaks that she often sang about into shame. Wynette was always driven to seek stardom, but her eventual success came at a terrible price. Mr. McDonough is obviously a fan of the lady, although that does not mean that he shies away from the less savory aspects of her determined rise to the top. The book also pr... read more>>>
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Publisher Comments“There’s nothing as glamorous as a record store.” – Paul McCartney In this era of digital downloads, the small, indie record shop might sound like an anachronism. But, in fact, record stores served as community centers, information exchanges, clubs, art galleries, and launching pads for numerous bands and recor... read more>>>
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Publisher CommentsIn the early nineties, riot grrrl exploded onto the underground music scene, inspiring girls to pick up an instrument, create fanzines, and become politically active. Rejecting both traditional gender roles and their parents’ brand of feminism, riot grrrls celebrated and deconstructed femininity. The media went into a titillated frenzy covering followers who wrote “slut” on their bodies, wore frilly dresses with combat boots... read more>>>
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