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This is a jointly-authored film treatment, found in one of Huxley's old trunks. The story is set in the 1920s and involves a ranch worker who has the power to heal with his hands.

"The Star Trek: The Next Generation (R) Companion" is the complete guide to the series that brought " "Star Trek" (R)" (R) back to television for seven extremely successful seasons. Episode-by-episode summaries, credits, and behind-the-scenes notes that shed intriguing light on the production of the show. This edition is updated to include information on the film "Star Trek Generations." Indexed by episode number, by writer, guest stars, and directors, it's the one book that brings all this in...

For five series The X-Files has captivated viewers with its fascinating storylines, visual creativity and superb characterizations. This is the fourth illustrated episode guide to go behind the scenes of Chris Carter’s acclaimed drama. This comprehensive and authoritative episode guide includes: Over 250 photographs – including eight pages of full-colour photos – of Mulder, Scully and the most evocative images from every episode Richly detailed synopses for every sh...

"He's no angel" "For a hundred years I offered an ugly death to everyone I met, and did it with a song in my heart.... You have no idea what its like to have done the the things I've done, and to care." "-- Angel" Angel, the handsome vampire with a soul, captured Buffy the Vampire Slayer's heart during their stormy, star-crossed relationship. Invite him into your home with this posterbook featuring official, full-color photos. David Boreanaz's thoughts on the character, and quotes from...

Just saying the words "Star Wars" evokes images of whooshing light sabers, Luke Skywalker's landspeeder racing above the sand, and epic battles between the forces of good and evil that take place in the farthest reaches of space. "Star Wars: Where Science Meets Imagination" explores how George Lucas's incredible use of science and technology may have presaged-and at times directly influenced-the future of life on Earth and beyond. From commercial space flight and super-speed trains that levitat...

Since 1999, Big Finish Productions has produced the official audio adventures of "Doctor Who." This book presents the original scripts for four of Big Finish's most popular audio plays. This collection includes "The Eye of the Scorpion, The One Doctor, Dust Breeding, " and "Seasons of Fear. "Each book also includes exclusive interviews, rehearsal scripts, annotated scenes, notes from the director, and more.

In modern-day Hollywood, a wisecracking copywriter uncovers the deadly secret of a legendary 1904 movie that was never finished . . . . When Binnie Bernhardt, stalled in her career and unlucky in love, gets a life-changing assignment at Paramount Studios to develop a feature called City of the Sun, she knows that her film is going to be about a 1904 Hollywood movie called City of the Sun that was never completed. What she doesn't know is the diabolical reason why the 1904 film wasn't finished....

It is 1974, but for Dr Mengele and his group of Nazis, World War II is not yet over. They have a terrible plan to conquer the world, but how does it involve a group of boys that come from different countries, yet all look exactly the same? Only one man can find out. "Penguin Readers" is a series of simplified novels, film novelizations and original titles that introduce students at all levels to the pleasures of reading in English. Originally designed for teaching English as a foreign language,...

The dying Empire's most cunning and ruthless warlord -- Grand Admiral Thrawn -- has taken command of the remnants of the Imperial fleet and launched a massive campaign aimed at the New Republic's destruction. With the aid of unimaginable weapons long hidden away by the Emperor on a backwater planet, Thrawn plans to turn the tide of battle, overwhelm the New Republic, and impose his iron rule throughout the galaxy. Meanwhile, Han and Lando Calrissian race against time to find proof of treason ins...

Vampires, passion, teenage angst, cigarettes and alcohol, sex, drugs and rock 'n' roll. Whether you're a seasoned Slayerette, a Scooby groupie or a novice, this book offers you a guide to the surreal world of Sunnydale. Despite its change of network and the lead character having died, "Buffy the Vampire Slayer"'s literal representation of teenage horrors still touches on a universal truth. In this unofficial guide, the author analyses season six, discussing it episode by episode and presenting t...

Torchwood started its life on television as a spin-off from Doctor Who, bringing Captain Jack to join new colleagues in a television series that quickly established itself as fresh and watchable television. It's fourth series, subtitled 'Miracle Day', continued its move from the niche channel of BBC3 to metamorphose into an international production between the BBC and the US network Starz. Torchwood has continued to entertain, provoke and attract large audiences and an expanding fandom. This is...

The Twilight saga, a series of five films adapted from Stephanie Meyer's four vampire novels, has been a sensation, both at the box office and through the attention it has won from its predominantly teenaged fans. This series has also been the subject of criticism and sometimes derision - often from critics and on occasion even from fans. However, it also offers rich opportunities for analytic and critical attention, which the contributors to Screening Twilight demonstrate with energy and style....

Tells the story of a woman who claims to have had a visit from the Virgin Mary. She believes she is intended to intervene in the destiny of a young and troubled porn star and the handsome amnesiac she's met in the street is somehow involved.

A fascinating guide to the Dark Arts of the Harry Potter films and Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, these pages cover both Dark wizards and the heroes who rise up to combat them – from Dumbledore’s Army and the Order of the Phoenix to the Hogwarts Defence Against the Dark Arts class and the Aurors of MACUSA. This collectible volume comes filled with removable artefacts, such as ’wanted’ posters, stickers and other extraordinary items. Learn all about Voldemort, Death Eaters, Horcruxes,...

Tom Baker and Sophie Aldred appear in one of three full-cast BBC radio dramas based around the real-life worlds of "Doctor Who". "Doctor Who", the TV series which millions adore, is the inspiration for these three original radio plays. Presented in their entirety, they each focus on the effect which the programme has had on the lives of ordinary - and some extraordinary - people. "Regenerations" by Daragh Carville: In this powerful and moving play, a group of friends reunite for an annual Doctor...