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Focuses on the findings of a one-year study on how Europeans interpret television fiction as it is presented to them, with a view to recommending future strategies to programmers. The text shows that Europeans are fond of reading, listening to and watching stories where new situations and characters either alternate or mix with old, familiar elements.

Into The Woods is a revelation of the fundamental structure and meaning of all stories, from the man responsible for more hours of drama on British television than anyone else, John Yorke. We all love stories. Many of us love to tell them, and even dream of making a living from it too. But what is a story? Hundreds of books about screenwriting and storytelling have been written, but none of them ask 'Why?' Why do we tell stories? And why do all stories function in an eerily similar way? John...

Each volume brings together a collection of the best of the official Angel Magazine content, celebrating the unforgettable vampire with a soul, his ongoing quest for redemption, and those that helped him along the way. This un-missable volume collects together cast and crew interviews, in-depth features and behind the scenes pictures and secrets, making it an essential read for Angel fans old and new.

Based on the second series of the popular BBC drama, this novel features the characters of the Irish town of Ballykissangel. Life here continues at a cracking pace - and Father Mac, the parish priest, disapproves as much as ever.

Smallville, the hit series which follows the adventures of a teenage Clark Kent and his friends -- including Lana Lang and a certain Lex Luthor -- is one of the hottest shows on TV. This authorised companion tells you everything you need to know about the first season, and is packed with exclusive interviews, unseen photos, behind-the-scenes secrets and a complete episode guide. Plus insights into the world of Smallville, with excerpts from the town newspaper and even a look at the mysterious Le...

To coincide with the 50th anniversary of the original Star Trek TV series, CBS Consumer Products have commissioned a series of art pieces to celebrate moments, characters, storylines and episodes from the Franchise. Artists from around the world as well as famous fans have contributed lovingly made posters, photos, sculptures, comic strips, textiles and much more to commemorate this beloved show. Foreword by Nicholas Meyer.

This one-of-a-kind reality TV guide gives you all the info about cast members and production teams, storylines and twists, and ratings and awards.

Their names are Walter White, Birgitte Nyborg and Don Draper and they are the stars of a cultural revolution. In the last decade, shows like Breaking Bad, Borgen and Mad Men have toppled cinema from its leading position in the popular culture universe and ushered in a whole new level of small screen excellence and appreciation. With ambition to tear down the barriers around commercial television, networks such as HBO, AMC, and ABC have launched a new era of cinematic narrative, while cable TV n...

Contains entries on 222 musicals developed for television between 1944 and 1996, including musical episodes from nonmusical shows, animated specials, operas, and related works. Entries provide air date, network, running time, cast and credits, and a listing of all songs, along with a synopsis of the

Truly, Madly, Deadly: The Unofficial True Blood Companion is at once an introductory guide to the first two seasons of HBO's immensely popular vampire series True Blood, and an all - in - one treasure tomb for the "truest" of fans. Created by Alan Ball, the Oscar - winning writer of American Beauty and creator of HBO's cult ensemble sensation Six Feet Under, in 2009 True Blood surpassed The Sopranos as the largest ever audience for a cable show at over 12.4 million viewers a week, relaunching th...

I look for zebras because other doctors have ruled out all the horses." - Dr. Gregory HouseMedical students are taught that when they hear hoofbeats, they should think horses, not zebras, but Dr. House's unique talent of diagnosing unusual illnesses has made House, M.D. one of the most popular and fascinating series on television. In Chasing Zebras: The Unofficial Guide to House, M.D., Barbara Barnett, widely considered a leading House expert, takes fans deep into the heart of the show's central...

The groundbreaking show that ignited the reality craze celebrates its tenth anniversary by going back to its New York roots. Get the all access insider's view in this latest edition of the New York Times bestselling series. Photos.

Pop-Up Video is the highest-rated show on VH-1, airing 32 times a week with 11.2 million viewers. Peppered with memorable pop-up facts and topped off with a comprehensive index, this is the complete story of the show, with a collection of 20 full-color videos. Advertising on VH-1.

Since the moment we first entered Downton Abbey in 1912, we have been swept away by Julian Fellowes' evocative world of romance, intrigue, drama and tradition. Now, in 1925, as Downton Abbey prepares to close its doors for the final time, Jessica Fellowes leads us through the house and estate, reliving the iconic moments of the wonderfully aristocratic Crawley family and their servants as they navigate the emerging modern age. Travelling from Great Hall to servants' hall, bedroom to boot room, w...