This book is the definitive guide to the film, stage, radio and television career of Kay Francis, one of the most glamorous stars from the golden age of Hollywood. For each film, the authors provide a thorough synopsis plus cast and crew information (including biographies), opening dates, production notes, behind-the-scenes details, and reviews. In addition, information is provided on her stage, radio, and television appearances, and a section is devoted to collecting Kay Francis memorabilia, including such items as cigarette cards, sheet music and soundtracks. Also covered is the stage and vaudeville career of Kay Francis' mother, Katherine Clinton. A brief biography of Kay Francis is provided, along with an insightful foreword by film scholar James Robert Parish. Truly a treasure trove for Kay Francis fans and anyone interested in classic filmmaking in the 1930s and 1940s, the book includes more than 130 illustrations, many of them rare.
Book two in the Wee People series, House on Bo-Kay Lane, combines a haunted house, a magic mirror, parallel universes, and two Geralds to give you a "Stay up all night to finish reading it" mystery/adventure. Gerald and Vernon believe their time with the Wee People came to an end after returning to their homeworld but begin to wonder when strange things start to happen at an abandoned house in their neighborhood. Ghostly images of familiar faces from the Wee People village are seen in the windows, echoes of voices from the past haunt the boys' dreams, and an undeniable curiosity draws Gerald and Vernon to investigate the mysterious haunted house. What they find takes them back to the world of the wee people, and a new adventure begins. In House on Bo-Kay Lane, a mirror is found in a forgotten room in the far-seers' training center. Sheela, a far-seer master, and Alyson, an apprentice firestarter, are unwillingly drawn into the depths of the mirror and wind up in the abandoned house on Bo-Kay Lane. Sheela uses her telepathic skills to enlist the aid of Gerald, Vernon, and Gerald's father, Andrew, to help find the way back to the world of the Wee People. That problem resolved, they try to unravel the secrets of the mirror and unveil that it serves as a portal between their two worlds, to a time in the future, and possibly to a parallel universe. If that wasn't enough, glimpses of a familiar person trapped within its depths add yet another dimension to the mystery. Through their research, the Wee People discover the origins of their world. That knowledge is not well accepted and leads to discord between them and Gerald, Andrew, and Vernon. Finally, an uneasy truce paves the way to a compromise and eventually a solution for dealing with the man in the mirror.
The birth canal of conflict becomes the investigation of the 21st century. Finding the solutions that make sense and win/win solutions for the cure of all populations.
Simple text and repetition of the vowel blend 'ay' help readers learn how to use this sound. Additional features to aid comprehension include a word list for review, a note to parents and educators, and an introduction to the authors.
Set at the fictional school of Eckleton, the story centers around the house of "Kay's," the riotous boys and unpopular master Mr. Kay, and Fenn, the head boy. The story features practical jokes, fighting between the boys and with the locals in the nearby town, politics amongst the houses of the school, a trip to an army-style camp, and plenty of cricket and rugby.
Cate Kay is the most famous person in the world but no one knows who she is. Until now. She's ready to tell her story but will the world forgive her for the secrets she's kept? An astounding debut for fans of Taylor Jenkins Reid.
