#nina albright

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Nina Albright

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By Nina Albright, from Four Favorites #18, May 1945

#random panels #Nina Albright #Oh Bill

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Burke’s Law -  List of Guest Stars

The Special Guest Stars of “Burke’s Law” read like a Who’s Who list of Hollywood of the era.  Many of the appearances, however, were no more than one scene cameos.  This is as complete a list ever compiled of all those who even made the briefest of appearances on the series.  

Beverly Adams, Nick Adams, Stanley Adams, Eddie Albert, Mabel Albertson, Lola Albright, Elizabeth Allen, June Allyson, Don Ameche, Michael Ansara, Army Archerd, Phil Arnold, Mary Astor, Frankie Avalon, Hy Averback, Jim Backus, Betty Barry, Susan Bay, Ed Begley, William Bendix, Joan Bennett, Edgar Bergen, Shelley Berman, Herschel Bernardi, Ken Berry, Lyle Bettger, Robert Bice, Theodore Bikel, Janet Blair, Madge Blake, Joan Blondell, Ann Blyth, Carl Boehm, Peter Bourne, Rosemarie Bowe, Eddie Bracken, Steve Brodie, Jan Brooks, Dorian Brown, Bobby Buntrock, Edd Byrnes, Corinne Calvet, Rory Calhoun, Pepe Callahan, Rod Cameron, Macdonald Carey, Hoagy Carmichael, Richard Carlson, Jack Carter, Steve Carruthers, Marianna Case, Seymour Cassel, John Cassavetes, Tom Cassidy, Joan Caulfield, Barrie Chase, Eduardo Ciannelli, Dane Clark, Dick Clark, Steve Cochran, Hans Conried, Jackie Coogan, Gladys Cooper, Henry Corden, Wendell Corey, Hazel Court, Wally Cox, Jeanne Crain, Susanne Cramer, Les Crane, Broderick Crawford, Suzanne Cupito, Arlene Dahl, Vic Dana, Jane Darwell, Sammy Davis Jr., Linda Darnell, Dennis Day, Laraine Day, Yvonne DeCarlo, Gloria De Haven, William Demarest, Andy Devine, Richard Devon, Billy De Wolfe, Don Diamond, Diana Dors, Joanne Dru, Paul Dubov, Howard Duff, Dan Duryea, Robert Easton, Barbara Eden, John Ericson, Leif Erickson, Tom Ewell, Nanette Fabray, Felicia Farr, Sharon Farrell, Herbie Faye, Fritz Feld, Susan Flannery, James Flavin, Rhonda Fleming, Nina Foch, Steve Forrest, Linda Foster, Byron Foulger, Eddie Foy Jr., Anne Francis, David Fresco, Annette Funicello, Eva Gabor, Zsa Zsa Gabor, Reginald Gardiner, Nancy Gates, Lisa Gaye, Sandra Giles, Mark Goddard, Thomas Gomez, Pedro Gonzalez Gonzalez, Sandra Gould, Wilton Graff, Gloria Grahame, Shelby Grant, Jane Greer, Virginia Grey, Tammy Grimes, Richard Hale, Jack Haley, George Hamilton, Ann Harding, Joy Harmon, Phil Harris, Stacy Harris, Dee Hartford, June Havoc, Jill Haworth, Richard Haydn, Louis Hayward, Hugh Hefner, Anne Helm, Percy Helton, Irene Hervey, Joe Higgins, Marianna Hill, Bern Hoffman, Jonathan Hole, Celeste Holm, Charlene Holt, Oscar Homolka, Barbara Horne, Edward Everett Horton, Breena Howard, Rodolfo Hoyos Jr., Arthur Hunnicutt, Tab Hunter, Joan Huntington, Josephine Hutchinson, Betty Hutton, Gunilla Hutton, Martha Hyer, Diana Hyland, Marty Ingels, John Ireland, Mako Iwamatsu, Joyce Jameson, Glynis Johns, I. Stanford Jolley, Carolyn Jones, Dean Jones, Spike Jones, Victor Jory, Jackie Joseph, Stubby Kaye, Monica Keating, Buster Keaton, Cecil Kellaway, Claire Kelly, Patsy Kelly, Kathy Kersh, Eartha Kitt, Nancy Kovack, Fred Krone, Lou Krugman, Frankie Laine, Fernando Lamas, Dorothy Lamour, Elsa Lanchester, Abbe Lane, Charles Lane, Lauren Lane, Harry Lauter, Norman Leavitt, Gypsy Rose Lee, Ruta Lee, Teri Lee, Peter Leeds, Margaret Leighton, Sheldon Leonard, Art Lewis, Buddy Lewis, Dave Loring, Joanne Ludden,  Ida Lupino, Tina Louise, Paul Lynde, Diana Lynn, James MacArthur, Gisele MacKenzie, Diane McBain, Kevin McCarthy, Bill McClean, Stephen McNally, Elizabeth MacRae, Jayne Mansfield, Hal March, Shary Marshall, Dewey Martin, Marlyn Mason, Hedley Mattingly, Marilyn Maxwell, Virginia Mayo, Patricia Medina, Troy Melton, Burgess Meredith, Una Merkel, Dina Merrill, Torben Meyer, Barbara Michaels, Robert Middleton, Vera Miles, Sal Mineo, Mary Ann Mobley, Alan Mowbray, Ricardo Montalbán, Elizabeth Montgomery, Ralph Moody, Alvy Moore, Terry Moore, Agnes Moorehead, Anne Morell, Rita Moreno, Byron Morrow, Jan Murray, Ken Murray, George Nader, J. Carrol Naish, Bek Nelson, Gene Nelson, David Niven, Chris Noel, Kathleen Nolan, Sheree North, Louis Nye, Arthur O'Connell, Quinn O'Hara, Susan Oliver, Debra Paget, Janis Paige, Nestor Paiva, Luciana Paluzzi, Julie Parrish, Fess Parker, Suzy Parker, Bert Parks, Harvey Parry, Hank Patterson, Joan Patrick, Nehemiah Persoff, Walter Pidgeon, Zasu Pitts, Edward Platt, Juliet Prowse, Eddie Quillan, Louis Quinn, Basil Rathbone, Aldo Ray, Martha Raye, Gene Raymond, Peggy Rea, Philip Reed, Carl Reiner, Stafford Repp, Paul Rhone, Paul Richards, Don Rickles, Will Rogers Jr., Ruth Roman, Cesar Romero, Mickey Rooney, Gena Rowlands, Charlie Ruggles, Janice Rule, Soupy Sales, Hugh Sanders, Tura Satana, Telly Savalas, John Saxon, Lizabeth Scott, Lisa Seagram, Pilar Seurat, William Shatner, Karen Sharpe, James Shigeta, Nina Shipman, Susan Silo, Johnny Silver, Nancy Sinatra, The Smothers Brothers, Joanie Sommers, Joan Staley, Jan Sterling, Elaine Stewart, Jill St. John, Dean Stockwell, Gale Storm, Susan Strasberg, Inger Stratton, Amzie Strickland, Gil Stuart, Grady Sutton, Kay Sutton, Gloria Swanson, Russ Tamblyn. Don Taylor, Dub Taylor, Vaughn Taylor, Irene Tedrow, Terry-Thomas, Ginny Tiu, Dan Tobin, Forrest Tucker, Tom Tully, Jim Turley, Lurene Tuttle, Ann Tyrrell, Miyoshi Umeki, Mamie van Doren, Deborah Walley, Sandra Warner, David Wayne, Ray Weaver, Lennie Weinrib, Dawn Wells, Delores Wells, Rebecca Welles, Jack Weston, David White, James Whitmore, Michael Wilding, Annazette Williams, Dave Willock, Chill Wills, Marie Wilson, Nancy Wilson, Sandra Wirth, Ed Wynn, Keenan Wynn, Dana Wynter, Celeste Yarnall, Francine York.

#Burke's Law #TV #Special Guest Stars in Alphabetical Order

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Introducing: Mandy Cooke

Fandom: 3rd Rock From The Sun

Face Claim: Lacey Chabert

Full Name: Mandy Ellen Cooke

Age: 22

Myers Briggs Type: ENFJ

Hogwarts House: Hufflepuff

Love Interests: Mary Albright, Sally Solomon

Occupation: Administrative Assistant/College Student

Collections: Textbooks

Style/Clothing: She’s equal parts cute and preppy. She likes bright colors and classic patterns like plaid and argyle.

Signature Quote: "People look at me and think I don’t know much, but that’s where they’re wrong. I hold worlds of information in this pretty head."

Plot Summary: When Nina up and quits on Dr. Albright, quirky college girl Mandy steps in. Having an instant kinship with Dick, Mary is relieved to know that she won’t run off when he exhibits his more eccentric behaviors. Meanwhile, she develops feelings for Mary and when Sally stops by to yell at Dick, Mandy is going to have to choose where her heart lies. Or could she have it all?

Forever Tag: @arrthurpendragon, @borg-queer, @foxesandmagic, @connietheecunning, @chickensarentcheap

#oc: mandy cooke #fc: lacey chabert #fd: 3rd rock from the sun

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Are you afraid of monsters under the bed? Well, Nora Roberts' latest thriller, "Identity," will make you more afraid of the monsters that walk among us. The story centers around Morgan Albright, a former Army brat who has finally found her place in a friendly neighborhood near Baltimore. Her life is turned upside down when she hosts her first dinner party and realizes that the charming IT guy she's been flirting with is actually a con artist named Gavin. The night ends in tragedy when she discovers her friend and roommate Nina dead on the floor, and she realizes that she was the one who let the monster in. If you're looking for a cozy mystery, this is not the book for you. "Identity" is a rollercoaster of emotions and twists that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the last page. Nora Roberts knows how to play with our fears and anxiety, giving us a terrifying reality check about how easy it is to fall for a smooth-talking predator. What makes "Identity" stand out from other thrillers is the character development. Morgan is not your typical damsel in distress. She's a fighter who refuses to be a victim, even when everyone tells her to run and hide. Her journey to reclaim her life is inspiring, and her interactions with the secondary characters bring a balance of humor and heartwarming moments to the story. The romance element in "Identity" might not be the main focus, but it adds a layer of hope and lightness to the dark and gritty storyline. Miles Jameson, the love interest, is a refreshing change from the usual alpha male trope. He's grounded, patient, and supportive, giving Morgan a safe space to heal and trust again. Aside from the main characters, the supporting cast is also well-rounded and intriguing. The FBI agents are not just faceless authorities; they have personalities and backstories that make them relatable. The secondary villain adds another layer of danger and unpredictability, keeping the readers guessing until the end. The writing style in "Identity" is smooth and engaging, with vivid descriptions that make the scenes come alive. Nora Roberts' attention to detail is impressive, adding layers of depth to the setting and the characters' emotions. The pacing is spot-on, with enough suspense and action to keep the readers hooked, but not too much that it becomes overwhelming. Overall, "Identity" is a must-read for fans of psychological thrillers and suspenseful romances. It's a well-crafted story that will make you think twice before trusting a stranger or unlocking your door at night. Nora Roberts proves once again why she's the queen of romantic suspense, delivering a chilling but satisfying tale of survival and redemption. "Don't wait any longer! Grab your copy of this life-changing book today or experience it for FREE with a 30-day trial of Audible. Start transforming your life and achieving your dreams now!" Price: [price_with_discount] (as of [price_update_date] - Details)

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MUSE LIST (MOBILE EDITION)

Heacanon links are on the desktop page. DM if you’d like a link to a character’s tag!

Persona 3:

Kotone Shiomi (f!protag)

Persona 5:

Akira Kurusu Ann Takamaki Futaba Sakura Sojiro Sakura

Ace Attorney:

Trucy Wright Dahlia Hawthorne (heavily canon-divergent)

Square Enix/Team Asano:

Cyrus Albright (Octopath Traveler) Ringabel (Bravely Default/Bravely Second)

Zero Escape:

Junpei Tenmyouji Akane Kurashiki Clover Field Sigma Klim

AI: The Somnium Files:

Kaname Date Mizuki Okiura Saito Sejima

Naruto:

Sasuke Uchiha Karin Uzumaki Minato Namikaze

Fire Emblem Engage:

Alear (she/them) Ivy Veyle Yunaka

Fire Emblem Three Houses:

Byleth Eisner (they/them)

Edelgard von Hresvelg Hubert von Vestra Dorothea Arnault Bernadetta von Varley Monica von Ochs

Dimitri Alexandre Blaiddyd Felix Hugo Fraldarius

Claude von Riegan Hilda Valentine Goneril

Constance von Nuvelle

Fire Emblem Awakening:

Chrom Frederick Maribelle Tharja Morgan (male) Marc (female!Morgan) Severa (Selena available) Inigo (Laslow available) Accalon (Emm!fankid)

Fire Emblem Fates:

Xander Camilla Selena (Severa available) Laslow (Inigo available) Zero (Niles’ JP name) Charlotte Flora Nina

Oboro

Lilith Arete

Fire Emblem Echoes:

Alm Ezekiel (Camus and Sirius also available) Fernand Berkut

And here are the secret muses, if you're curious

#muse list

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ACTIVE MUSES!

while i work on my muses bio here are the ones that are ready for all interactions:

red = original character

$#*! my dad says (Edison Goodson III, Henry Goodson, Victoria Goodson)

2 broke girls (Caroline Channing, Jessica Levine, Josephine O'Connell, Max Black)

3rd rock from the Sun (Dick Solomon, Harry Solomon, Mary Albright, Nina Campbell, Sally Solomon, Tommy Solomon)

6 underground (one, two, three, four, five, six, seven)

007 (Aki, Alec Trevelyan, Christmas Jones, Eve Moneypenny, Felix Leiter, Giacinta Johnson, James Bond, Le Chiffre, Madelaine Swann, Manuela, Max Denbigh, Nadia Pavlov, Q, Solitaire, Teresa di Vicenzo)

7th Heaven (Ariel Camden, Lucy Camden, Mary Camden, Matt Camden, Ruthie Camden, Simon Camden)

8 mile (Alex Latourno, David Porter, Jimmy Smith)

8 Simple rules (Bridget Hennessy)

9-1-1 (Abby Clark, Athena Grant, Bobby Nash, Elaine Maynard, Evan Buckley, Henrietta Wilson, Patrick Nash, Simon Doss)

10 things i hate about you (Bianca Stratford, Chasity Church, Kat Stratford, Patrick Verona)

12 suicidal teens (Anri, Satoshi)

13 going on 30 (Jenna Rink, Matt Flamhaff)

13 reasons why (Clay Jensen, Hannah Baker, Jessica Davis)

16 wishes (Abby Jensen, Jay Kepler)

17 again (Alex O'Donnell)

18 again (Hong dae Young, Jung da Jung)

21 jump street (Douglas Penhall, Fugazy, Greg Jenko, Jane Keaton, Judy Hanson, Judy Hoffs, Patrick Benson, Tom Hanson)

24 (Audrey Raines, Chloe O'Biran, David Palmer, Eric Bauer, Eric Carter, Jack Bauer, Kate Morgan, Kim Bauer, Lara Simone, Michael Mahoney, Michelle Mahoney, Nicole Carter, Rebecca Ingram, Sherry Palmer)

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The Best Summer Reads of 2023

Are you a teacher on summer break looking for the perfect book to read while lounging under a tree with a cold drink in your hand? Look no further! This guide has got you covered for the best summer reads of 2023. We've got heart-pumping thrillers, heart-warming romances, and everything in between. Take your pick and get ready for an adventure! The Importance of Choosing the Right Book When you're picking a summer read, it's super important to choose the right one. The perfect book can take you on a wild adventure, make you feel all the feels, and leave you wanting more. But if you pick the wrong one, it can be a total snoozefest. You'll be bored out of your mind and regretting your choice. So, take your time and find a book that really speaks to you. Try out different genres and see what you like. Happy reading, folks! Types of Summer Reads When you're trying to find the perfect summer read, there are plenty of genres to choose from. Maybe you're into heart-pumping thrillers or maybe you prefer heart-warming romance. Whatever your fancy, I've got you covered. Let's check out some of the popular genres for summer reading. Fiction Novels Thrillers Are you someone who thrives on excitement and suspense in your reading? If so, you might want to consider picking up a thriller novel this summer. With their intricate plots and unpredictable turns, these books are sure to keep you engaged and entertained for hours on end. Not to mention the thrill of trying to solve the mystery before the protagonist does! So why not take a chance on a fast-paced, heart-pounding read that will leave you breathless and always wanting more? Romance Romance novels are the perfect way to spend a lazy summer day. They take you on emotional rollercoasters and tug at your heartstrings. You can get lost in a tale of love and passion and root for the swoon-worthy hero or captivating heroine as they navigate the ups and downs of their relationship. With so many options to choose from, you can go for sweet and wholesome or steamy and seductive. So, why not just kick back, relax, and indulge in a world of love and romance this summer? Science Fiction and Fantasy If you're looking to escape the boring monotony of everyday life, science fiction and fantasy books are where it's at! You can dive into immersive and fantastical worlds, complete with magic, technology, and adventure. You'll get to go on epic quests, unravel political intrigues, and meet all sorts of amazing creatures. The characters are usually super complex, with all sorts of different motivations. Basically, science fiction and fantasy books offer endless possibilities for anyone who wants to get lost in a great story. The Best Fiction Summer Reads for 2023 Fourth Wing Violet Sorrengail, a twenty-year-old, was supposed to live a quiet life in the Scribe Quadrant. However, her mother, the commanding general, orders her to become a dragon rider. This is a problem for Violet because she is smaller and more fragile than everyone else. Dragons don't bond with fragile humans, they incinerate them. With fewer dragons willing to bond than cadets, most would kill Violet to better their own chances of success. Violet suspects leadership is hiding a terrible secret. At Basgiath War College, everyone has an agenda and only two ways to leave: graduate or die. Identity Morgan Albright is settled in a nice neighborhood near Baltimore, with help from her friend and roommate Nina and her job as a bartender. But when she hosts a dinner party and a man named Luke shows up, her life is turned upside down. Luke is actually a con artist named Gavin who steals from women and then kills them. After Nina is killed, Morgan learns that she was Gavin's target all along. She flees to her mother's home in Vermont and meets a new man named Miles, but Gavin is still out there hunting for her. The Collector Art restorer and spy Gabriel Allon teams up with a master thief to find the world's most valuable painting. Their mission takes a dangerous turn as they race to prevent a conflict between Russia and the West. Silva's novel is a must-read for his fans and newcomers alike. Flash Point Jack Ryan Jr. is in trouble after a routine surveillance mission goes wrong. He finds himself fighting against an unknown enemy who wants to destroy the Campus. Jack follows the trail to the South China Sea, where a midair collision between rival nations threatens the region. Back at the Campus, a devastating attack leaves Jack as the only operator left standing. As tensions grow and China prepares to invade Taiwan, Jack and his team must prevent a war between the world's superpowers. But their enemy is still at large, and the Campus is in danger. The cost of their mission is high, and the bill may be too much to pay. Only the Dead In 1980, a congressman was killed in Rhode Island, causing shock in Washington that still resonates today. Now, a group of global elites wants to take control during a time of war, inflation, division, and assassinations. They believe they've eliminated the final obstacle to domination, but they're wrong. Secrets from the past are coming to light, and former SEAL James Reece is on a mission to stop them. He's on a warpath, and no one is safe when he's armed with his tomahawk and sniper rifle. Yellowface June Hayward and Athena Liu were supposed to be twin rising stars. After Athena's death, June steals her just-finished masterpiece, an experimental novel about the unsung contributions of Chinese laborers during World War I, and sends it to her agent as her own work. She becomes a bestseller under the pseudonym "Juniper Song". But emerging evidence threatens to bring June's success down around her, forcing her to protect her secret at all costs. The Five-Star Weekend Hollis Shaw has a seemingly perfect life as the creator of a popular food blog and the wife of a heart surgeon. But after a heated argument with her husband, he dies in a car accident, revealing the cracks in their marriage and her complicated relationship with her daughter. Hollis decides to host her own “Five-Star Weekend” on Nantucket, similar to a trip organized by a friend. However, the weekend is far from joyful. Hollis's childhood friend's husband arranges for Hollis's first love to attend, stirring up old feelings. Meanwhile, another friend, Dru-Ann, is struggling to save her career after making online comments about a client's mental health issues. Brooke is dealing with her husband's inappropriate relationship with a colleague, and a stranger, Gigi, with many secrets, has reached out to Hollis through her blog. Meet Me at the Lake Fern Brookbanks has spent a lot of time in her adulthood thinking about Will Baxter. They met for just one day in their early twenties but connected deeply over shared secrets and dreams. They promised to meet again in a year, but Will never showed up. Now, at thirty-two, Fern's life is not what she imagined: she's back home running her mother's resort and doesn't know where to start to fix it. Will arrives nine years late, offering to help, but Fern doesn't know if she can trust him. He seems like a different person and is hiding something. Can Fern return the favor of the help Will gave her ten years ago? The Ferryman Prospera, an archipelago hidden from the horrors of a deteriorating world, is home to lucky citizens who enjoy fulfilling lives until their physical and psychological monitors fall below 10%. They retire themselves to the Nursery, where their bodies are renewed, memories wiped clean, and they restart life afresh. Proctor Bennett, a ferryman, shepherds people through the retirement process and enforces it if necessary. But Proctor's monitor percentage has begun to drop alarmingly fast, and he's been dreaming - impossible in Prospera. When he's summoned to retire his own father, who gives him a cryptic message, he questions everything he once believed. Meanwhile, the Support Staff, who keep Prospera running, are questioning their role. Unrest is building, and a resistance group, the Arrivalists, may be fomenting revolution. Proctor finds himself on a desperate mission to uncover the truth. The Making of Another Major Motion Picture In 1947, a troubled soldier meets his five-year-old nephew and disappears for twenty-three years. In 1970, the nephew reconnects with his uncle, draws a new version of a comic book they saw together, and becomes an underground comic book artist in Oakland. In the present day, a director discovers the 1970 comic book and turns it into a contemporary superhero movie, with a cast that includes a difficult male star, a wonderful leading lady, an eccentric writer/director, a producer, and a production assistant. Fairy Tale Charlie Reade is a high school kid who excels at baseball and football and is a decent student. But he has been through a lot. His mom died in a hit-and-run accident when he was seven, and his dad turned to alcohol to cope with the grief. Charlie learned to take care of himself and his dad. When he is seventeen, he meets a dog named Radar and her owner, Howard Bowditch, who lives in a big house on a hill with a locked shed in the backyard. Strange sounds sometimes come from the shed. Charlie starts doing jobs for Mr. Bowditch and falls in love with Radar. When Bowditch dies, he leaves Charlie a cassette tape with a story that no one would believe. Bowditch had kept a secret his whole life: inside the shed is a portal to another world. Non-fiction Books Biographies and Memoirs Biographies and memoirs let us peek into the lives of people who have made significant contributions to the world. We can learn from their experiences, decision-making skills, and leadership styles. These books can inspire us to achieve our goals and make a positive change in the world. By reading biographies and memoirs, we can learn about the challenges and triumphs that shaped the lives of remarkable people, and we can be encouraged to follow our dreams with passion and perseverance. Self-Help Books Summer is a great time to work on yourself, and self-help books can help you do just that! They can give you awesome tips on how to be more productive, develop better habits, and improve your relationships with others. By taking time to read and think about the advice in these books, you can learn more about yourself and the world. So why not use the warm months to invest in your own growth and happiness? Travel and Adventure Summer is the perfect time for travel and adventure, but not everyone can go on a trip. Luckily, books can take you on a journey from the comfort of your own home. Travel and adventure books can give you a unique perspective on different cultures and customs, and let you broaden your horizons. Whether you want to escape the monotony of daily life or get inspired for your next adventure, there are tons of exciting books out there to take you to far-off lands. So, kick back, relax, and let your imagination run wild with the captivating world of travel literature. The Best Non-Fiction Summer Reads for 2023 The Bathysphere Book: Effects of the Luminous Ocean Depths This interesting story starts in 1930 when two men entered a tiny steel ball and were lowered 1,000 feet below the surface of the ocean. From that point on, the experiences of naturalist William Beebe, engineer Otis Barton, and biologist Gloria Hollister, who transmitted Beebe's observations via telephone line, become even more surreal and awe-inspiring. Beautiful Trauma: An Explosion, an Obsession, and a New Lease on Life This memoir is about Rebecca Fogg's struggle to recover after a freak accident left her with a partially amputated hand in 2006. Her fascination with the science of recovery led her to write a book that details her emotional journey and explores topics such as nerve regeneration and pain processing. The memoir is both educational and engaging, making it a must-read for anyone interested in the science of recovery and personal growth. Don’t Call Me Home Alexandra Auder was born at the Chelsea Hotel in New York City, where her mother, Viva, one of Andy Warhol's superstars, lived. Her father, filmmaker Michel Auder, captured the moments on film. Alexandra had a whirlwind childhood and teenage years, mostly spent on the road with her mother, who had mercurial moods. They lived in Connecticut and Tribeca before moving back to the Chelsea Hotel. Alexandra's teenage years were spent with her mother's conservative family. In her book, "Don't Call Me Home," Alexandra reflects on being raised by two counterculture icons. She shares stories of walking a pet goat around Chelsea, joining the Squat Theatre Company, co-parenting her younger sister, Gaby, and partying in East Village nightclubs. Alongside her current life as a yoga instructor, actress, mother, wife, and Instagram provocateur, Alexandra weaves a moving and hilarious portrait of her family. She describes the journey from being her mother's daughter to becoming her own person. Edison’s Ghosts: The Untold Weirdness of History’s Greatest Geniuses In her book, Edison's Ghosts, Katie Spalding argues that genius is not always what it seems. While we may never become an Einstein, there are likely things we can do that he couldn't. Spalding explores famous prodigies who were quite strange, including Thomas Edison, who believed he could communicate with the undead and created a Spirit Phone; Marie and Pierre Curie, who slept next to radioactive material and strapped it to their arms; Lord Byron, who brought a bear to university; Isaac Newton, who looked at the sun without eye protection and was blinded for three days; and Tesla, who fell in love with a pigeon. The book is filled with examples of humanity's best doing some really dumb things. The Experience Machine: How Our Minds Predict and Shape Reality The traditional view that our senses provide direct access to reality has been challenged by new discoveries in neuroscience and psychology. A new theory suggests that the brain actively predicts reality instead of passively perceiving it. Philosopher and cognitive scientist Andy Clark explores this theory, which suggests that reality is a synthesis of sensory information and expectation. Clark illustrates how the predictive brain shapes all human experiences, and how chronic pain and mental illness can result from malfunctioning predictions. The boundary between ourselves and the outside world dissolves, revealing our entanglement with our environments and our perceptions as controlled hallucinations. The Experience Machine offers insight into this significant development in our understanding of the mind. Flight Paths: How a Passionate and Quirky Group of Pioneering Scientists Solved the Mystery of Bird Migration For the past century, scientists have been studying bird migration. Birds travel thousands of miles across the earth each fall and spring, fascinating humans with their navigational abilities. Recently, scientists have made significant breakthroughs in understanding these migrations. Flight Paths tells the story of how scientists from across generations, continents, and disciplines came together to study bird migration. The book traces the development of techniques used for tracking migratory birds, from marking individual birds to using DNA markers. Through their work, scientists have made significant discoveries about the flight paths and behaviors of migratory birds. Flight Paths is a fascinating look into the exciting moments of discovery and the power of science when people work together towards a common goal. The Power of Language: How the Codes We Use to Think, Speak, and Live Transform Our Minds This groundbreaking book delves into the workings of language in our minds and how we can utilize its vast potential. Dr. Marian explains that our brains can accommodate multiple codes of communication beyond just one language. Learning new languages can improve brain health, creativity, and cognitive control. Each new language we learn shapes our perception of the world, and how we remember, feel, think, and make decisions. Language is a powerful tool for organizing, processing, and structuring information, leading to remarkable progress. Research shows that learning a new language can enhance executive function, boost creative thinking, develop critical reasoning skills, delay Alzheimer's and other types of dementia, improve decision-making under stress, and alter our attention and memory. Under the Eye of Power: How Fear of Secret Societies Shapes American Democracy The United States has a long history of paranoia, from the American Revolution to modern-day conspiracy theories like the Illuminati and QAnon. These beliefs are not just on the fringes of society but are woven into the fabric of American democracy. Cultural historian Colin Dickey explores this history in his book, Under the Eye of Power, and explains why people, even those in positions of power, continue to subscribe to conspiracy theories. Dickey argues that belief in conspiracies can be comforting in the face of the chaos and unpredictability of history and democracy. By understanding this cycle of paranoia, we can work to break it. Unlikable Female Characters: The Women Pop Culture Wants You to Hate Female characters have historically been expected to be likable, leading to cautionary tales for those who show their messy side. Today, unlikeable female characters are becoming more popular in film, TV, and pop culture, being accepted by audiences and receiving industry awards. This shift shows that we are finally acknowledging women as fully-fledged human beings. Unlikeable Female Characters explores the evolution of these memorable characters, examining their popularity and audience reactions, as well as how pop culture is allowing us to celebrate the complexities of womanhood. Film programmer and broadcaster Anna Bogutskaya takes us on a journey through popular media to explore whether society is ready to embrace complicated women. Palo Alto: A History of California, Capitalism, and the World The history of Silicon Valley, from railroads to microchips, is an extraordinary story of disruption and destruction, told comprehensively in this narrative. Palo Alto is a city with temperate weather, educated and enterprising people, and ambitious corporations that have changed the world. However, it was built on stolen Indian burial grounds and is a haunted toxic waste dump. 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Identity, by Nora Roberts

A resiliant heroine, a steadfast hero… and a chilling villain

Rebuilding your life after identity theft isn’t easy. Especially when the thief stole not only your identity, but your best friend’s life… and he’s not done with you yet.

That’s the situation Morgan Albright finds herself facing in Identity, the newest romantic suspense novel from Nora Roberts. Reeling from her friend Nina’s death, and from repeated attacks on her finances and credit, Morgan retreats to the family home shared by her grandmother and mother, to try to make a new start. But as she begins to rebuild her life, the FBI is closing in on Nina’s killer… and he is closing in on Morgan.

I love how Nora Roberts’s novels give me a glimpse into careers I’ve never explored. Morgan is a bartender—a good one. (Warning: be prepared to come out of this book with a whole new appreciation for cocktails!) She’s also is excellent at setting goals, doing the research, and carrying out her plans. Morgan is competent and resilient, strong and determined. But her recent experiences have left her shaken and doubting herself.

Miles Jameson, the hero, is attracted to Morgan’s strength and confidence, along with the vulnerability she tries to hide. He is kind and dependable, if a little brusque and occasionally dictatorial for my taste. He is also perceptive, and has a deep love for his family… and his rescue dog, Howl.  

A quick caveat here: Miles is not Morgan’s direct-line supervisor, but his family owns the resort where she works. That could have been a sticky situation, but Roberts is careful to keep their attraction and growing relationship mutual and consensual, and avoids any appearance of pressure or coercion.

Family love and support play an important role on both sides. I loved Morgan’s mother and grandmother (her “ladies”), and appreciated how they are both skilled and creative business women, strong and competent. I also enjoyed the three generations of Jamesons that own and run the resort; their mutual love, respect, and lack of familial conflict were a delight.

The suspense/thriller aspect of the plot can get fairly intense at times. Some scenes are told from the killer’s POV, so if you’re uncomfortable with that, you may have trouble with this novel. On the other hand, I generally steer clear of books that get too dark or violent, particularly if they involve serial killers, but I did all right with this one. Most of the violence was short-lived and easy to skim past.

Nora Roberts is one of my auto-read authors, although she has written a few books that I can tell from the blurb will be too much for me. I’m glad I gave Identity a try despite my initial concerns about the plot. I enjoyed (almost) every minute of it, and will happily add it to my list of rereadable NR novels!

  NOTE: This review was first published in a longer form on The Bookwyrm’s Hoard blog. You can read the full review here.

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  Amazon / B&N / Kobo / Google Play / Apple / BAM / Bookbub   Description:A new thriller about one man’s ice-cold malice, and one woman’s fight to reclaim her life. Former Army brat Morgan Albright has finally planted roots in a friendly neighborhood near Baltimore. Her friend and roommate Nina helps her make the mortgage payments, as does Morgan’s job as a bartender. But after she and Nina host…

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This Chick Read: Identity by Nora Roberts

Morgan Albright is finally putting down roots. She’s working two jobs, has purchased her own small house, and lives with her friend Nina. She’s right on track to start that new business she’s been hoping to start up. When she meets IT Specialist, Luke, at the bar where she’s working on a rare night off she cooks him dinner at her home with her roommate and her boyfriend. Soon after, her house is…

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Identity - #NewRelease #NoraRoberts @StMartinsPress @NetGalley

I received an early copy of this book from NetGalley. The opinions expressed here are expressly my own. Pre-order Link BLURB: Former Army brat Morgan Albright has finally planted roots in a friendly neighborhood near Baltimore. Her friend and roommate Nina helps her make the mortgage payments, as does Morgan’s job as a bartender. But after she and Nina host their first dinner party—attended by…

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3rd Rock From The Sun OC Masterlist

Name: Jessica Brooks

Face Claim: Katie Holmes

Love Interest: Dick Solomon

Fic Title: My Boyfriend's An Alien

Plot Summary: Jessica Brooks has spent her whole childhood being little miss perfect. When she heads off to college, she finds another side of herself. And at Pendleton University, Jessica really comes into her own. Incredibly smart, some would call her a prodigy and none take an interest in her more than Dick Solomon.

Name: Mandy Cooke

Face Claim: Lacey Chabert

Love Interests: Mary Albright, Sally Solomon

Fic Title: Stars Align

Plot Summary: When Nina up and quits on Dr. Albright, quirky college girl Mandy steps in. Having an instant kinship with Dick, Mary is relieved to know that she won’t run off when he exhibits his more eccentric behaviors. Meanwhile, she develops feelings for Mary and when Sally stops by to yell at Dick, Mandy is going to have to choose where her heart lies. Or could she have it all?

#3rd rock from the sun ocs #oc: jessica brooks #oc: mandy cooke

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Are you afraid of monsters under the bed? Well, Nora Roberts' latest thriller, "Identity," will make you more afraid of the monsters that walk among us. The story centers around Morgan Albright, a former Army brat who has finally found her place in a friendly neighborhood near Baltimore. Her life is turned upside down when she hosts her first dinner party and realizes that the charming IT guy she's been flirting with is actually a con artist named Gavin. The night ends in tragedy when she discovers her friend and roommate Nina dead on the floor, and she realizes that she was the one who let the monster in. If you're looking for a cozy mystery, this is not the book for you. "Identity" is a rollercoaster of emotions and twists that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the last page. Nora Roberts knows how to play with our fears and anxiety, giving us a terrifying reality check about how easy it is to fall for a smooth-talking predator. What makes "Identity" stand out from other thrillers is the character development. Morgan is not your typical damsel in distress. She's a fighter who refuses to be a victim, even when everyone tells her to run and hide. Her journey to reclaim her life is inspiring, and her interactions with the secondary characters bring a balance of humor and heartwarming moments to the story. The romance element in "Identity" might not be the main focus, but it adds a layer of hope and lightness to the dark and gritty storyline. Miles Jameson, the love interest, is a refreshing change from the usual alpha male trope. He's grounded, patient, and supportive, giving Morgan a safe space to heal and trust again. Aside from the main characters, the supporting cast is also well-rounded and intriguing. The FBI agents are not just faceless authorities; they have personalities and backstories that make them relatable. The secondary villain adds another layer of danger and unpredictability, keeping the readers guessing until the end. The writing style in "Identity" is smooth and engaging, with vivid descriptions that make the scenes come alive. Nora Roberts' attention to detail is impressive, adding layers of depth to the setting and the characters' emotions. The pacing is spot-on, with enough suspense and action to keep the readers hooked, but not too much that it becomes overwhelming. Overall, "Identity" is a must-read for fans of psychological thrillers and suspenseful romances. It's a well-crafted story that will make you think twice before trusting a stranger or unlocking your door at night. Nora Roberts proves once again why she's the queen of romantic suspense, delivering a chilling but satisfying tale of survival and redemption. "Don't wait any longer! Grab your copy of this life-changing book today or experience it for FREE with a 30-day trial of Audible. Start transforming your life and achieving your dreams now!" Price: [price_with_discount] (as of [price_update_date] - Details)

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3rd Rock from the Sun || Sally Solomon

Name: Sally Solomon Age: 26 - 37 Relationship: single (verse depending) open for ships Sexuality: asexual Job: meteorologist Faceclaims: Kristen Johnson; AJ Cook; Candice Patton  Blog written by: @goodcryunicorn4​

 At the beginning of the series, Sally didn't have a job outside of the unit and acted as the carer or nurturer for the family, which was apparently the typical womanly role. The irony of this is Sally does not have a nurturing bone in her body and was terrible at cooking for Dick, Harry and Tommy. Nevertheless, she proved to be the de facto head of the household and they quickly descended into chaos without her presence. By the end of the series, Sally became a weather reporter for the local news.

Sally has moved twice throughout the series. The first time was short-lived; while helping her friend, Nina move houses she joined her but was quickly kicked out due to their clashing personalities. The second time was when she moved into Dubcek's loft above the unit's apartment but once again left.

Sally had a very harsh and commanding personality, as the Lieutenant, Security Officer and second in command of the mission she used to be very austere and by-the-book towards guidelines, security protocols and the such but her time on Earth has sweetened her personality where she becomes more focused on "womanly activities"; shopping, cooking and the like instead of protecting the team. Sally used to hate her role as the woman of the family, believing there was no respect in the position for a war veteran and military officer and the only reason she obviously became the woman was that she lost a contest of some kind.

Eventually, Sally grew to enjoy being the woman. As by Earth standards, Sally has been considered attractive, she constantly uses sex to dominate men as well as manipulating her boyfriend, Don does what she wants. realizing she was in the wrong about controlling Don, she agrees to abuse her power of being "hot" less. A notable side of Sally is her relentless protection over the team and her readiness to exterminate anything that might jeopardize the cover. She is the only alien who is prepared to crucify a human and Tommy describes her as a "sadistic bimbo" because of this. Such examples of this are when she attempted to slaughter Mary Albright's brother in a cornfield after he states he was abducted, and the news reporter who attempted to do an article on the Big Giant Head and Vicki Dubcek's baby.

Despite her bellicose, self-confident nature, Sally, like most of the team, is credulous especially whenever it comes to Earth customs and socializing with humans. She has difficulty understanding metaphors, sarcasm and figures of speech and takes everything literally. She also has little tact and says what is on her mind whether it is rude or blunt or not. While all of the team possesses this trait, it's unknown if this is because of her lack of Earth knowledge or because of her impatience for everyone in general. She also is known to have the worst judgement whenever it comes to men. 

Though she openly dominates men and has no false modesty regarding her attractiveness, she failed to realize when Harry became a model that her dynamic with Don was that she was the attractive one, which even Don realized about the looks but Sally claims that she was out of his league, (which Don takes advantage of completely). Other examples include when she began changing her personality, appearance and beliefs after dating Seth and being unmindful that she was being sexually harassed by her boss (thinking she was harassing him).

Sally Solomon verse. Sex and the City

In the two-part episode "Dick'll Take Manhattan" Sally is a famous column writer for a newspaper with her main topic being sex. In this universe she is dating Don Orville who happens to be Mayor of the city and married to another woman. After Sally finds out that he's married to some other woman she gets upset and tells Don off then is eventually swoon back to him. S

ally Solomon verse. a Human Being

This verse is an AU where Sally is a human being working for NASA with her brothers.

#fandom // 3rd Rock from the Sun #3rd Rock from the Sun // Sally Solomon #faceclaim // Kristen Johnson #faceclaim // AJ Cook #faceclaim // Candice Patton #sexuality // Asexual #goodcryunicorn4

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3rd Rock from the sun sequel/film idea that will never happen because I do not work in Hollywood:

Using the knowledge obtained in the first mission, the second alien unit arrive on earth and go their separate ways instead of going undercover as a family unit like the original, but they meet regularly and discuss their findings. This unit adapts more easily to human culture thanks to the first units research and are less “out there.” They arrive a year or so after the first mission ended and they’ve been living among humans ever since. This mission is considered a success while their predecessors gain the reputation of being failures.

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New characters:

Guy Everman

High commander of second alien unit sent to earth to study human life. Replacing the Solomon unit previously assigned to earth.

Cool headed, intelligent, and the complete opposite of his predecessor.

Works in a garage fixing up cars and such to observe and become the “every man.”

Pretends to be a non alien believer as his cover. Calls Albright a wack for believing.

T.B. Ripley

Information officer of second alien unit sent to earth to study human life. Replacing the Solomon unit previously assigned to earth.

Often just called Ripley.

Lawyer feminist who doesn’t need a man to provide for her.

Len Allen

Specialist/military tactician of second alien unit sent to earth to study human life. Replacing the Solomon unit previously assigned to earth.

Radical, unpredictable.

For sure has a criminal record.

Between jobs at the moment.

Cam Everman

Child of Guy (gender not important).

Half alien, half human.

Considered a celebrity among aliens due to being first successful alien/human hybrid.

Told about father’s true identity at 13.

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Old characters:

Mary Albright

Highly respected professor turned alien conspiracist after one unexplainable night and a vanishing family some years ago. She knows they’re out there, somewhere.

Officer Don

Retired police officer

Helps Mary with her schemes and makes sure she doesn’t get into too much trouble.

Nina Campbell

Ex wife to Guy Everman; mom of Cam.

Unaware her ex husband is an alien.

A friend to Mary, she tries to get her level-headed again.

Dick, Sally, Harry and Tommy Solomon

The original unit return to earth on their own; a scheme thought up by Dick to return to Mary.

They are fugitives.

The new unit now must decide whether to protect them from the big giant head (bc they understand the bond they have with humans) or follow orders and send them back to their planet.

The humor, again, is them having to adapt to the changes on earth; they thought they had everything figured out, but now have to learn human values change over time. While their successors have changed and adapted with the humans, they have to figure it out all over again.

#3rd rock from the sun #john lithgow #dick solomon #kristen johnston #sally solomon #french stewart #harry solomon #joseph gordon levitt #tommy solomon #mary albright #jane curtin #don orville #wayne knight #nina campbell #simbi khali #randall park #kate mckinnon #billy eichner