Er is meer dan één auteur met deze naam. Op 22-jarige leeftijd woog Ben Davis meer dan 360 pond. Depressief, verslaafd aan eten en morbide obees, dacht hij dat hij alle hoop had verloren.
When Jordan finally gets invited to go to the chippy with the cool kids, he
feels stupid carrying around a flask of mum's wholesome soup. He decides
instead to give it to a homeless man called Harry. It's this one act of
kindness that leads to a host of new friendships and a community movement.
Bill Sienkiewicz (pronounced sin-KEV-itch) is an Eisner-winning, Emmy-nominated artist best known for revolutionizing the way comic books are drawn and made. His work has graced the National Museum of Fine Arts in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil; art galleries in Paris, Barcelona, and Tuscany; and advertising campaigns for Nike, MTV, Nissan, the 2006 Winter Olympics, and dozens of Hollywood movies. Sienkiewicz is a classically trained painter whose artworks incorporate abstract and expressionist influences and combine oil painting, acrylics, watercolor, mixed media, collage, and mimeograph.Bill Sienkiewicz: Revolution is the first time the artist’s work and career have been taken out of the context of comic books and evaluated as fine art. Ben Davis, award-winning Senior Writer for Artnet News, considers Sienkiewicz’s process and places him within the context of art and popular culture. Edited by Sal Abbinanti, Sienkiewicz’s representative and colleague for 12 years, Bill Sienkiewicz: Revolution features an introduction by Neil Gaiman, who collaborated with Sienkiewicz on the New York Times bestseller The Sandman, and an interview in which the artist explains his influences and techniques and offers his view on the future of comic book art. The book is covered in luxurious 100% cloth fabric, with two embossed, tipped-in images on the front and back cover.
George knows that Gizmo is getting old - after all, he's been around since
before George was born and what's that in dog years? - so he writes Gizmo a
bucket list. As the pair work their way down the list they have lots of
adventures and lots of laughs. This heartfelt, yet hilarious, book is sure to
be a hit with readers.
At twenty-two, Ben Davis weighed over 360 pounds and felt hopeless. After a pivotal conversation with his grandmother, he committed to transforming his life. Through running and family support, he completed a marathon and an Ironman. In "Do Life," Ben shares his journey and encourages others to embrace their own transformations.
Danny was born to be bad but has an irresistible urge to do good. When his
super villain dad decides to start World War III, he knows he has to do
something. Just as long as no one finds out . . . Danny's life wouldn't be
worth living back at Demento's Academy if they find out he did something
idiotic like saving the world.
Joe Cowley is back! And this time it's even more butt-clenchingly embarrassing
and excruciating than before. From a 'Grand Gesture' involving Star Trek
costumes and the school boyband, to being trapped in a portaloo that's about
to be pushed over. Joe's completely up to his neck in it - literally! Welcome
to Cringefest . . .
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The book explores New York's repertory movie houses that showcased overlooked films from around the world, playing a crucial role in educating audiences about cinema as an art form. By curating vintage and undistributed movies, these theaters filled a gap in the film landscape, promoting appreciation for diverse cinematic works during a pivotal time in film history.
The narrative encourages readers of all ages to pursue their passions and discover joy in life. It emphasizes the significance of personal experiences and human connections, highlighting how each individual's journey is unique. As the story unfolds, it invites readers to reflect on their own lives and share their personal tales of following their hearts, fostering a sense of community and understanding.
Set in the late 22nd century, the narrative follows the Strong family aboard the Jaunt-Ship Sojourner, named after the African-American abolitionist Sojourner Truth. Utilizing advanced "jaunt" technology derived from alien adversaries, they embark on a quest across space, driven by a pioneering spirit. As they explore the cosmos, they must confront both the dangers of the unknown and the treachery of their own Planetary Coalition, which seeks to usurp power from the benevolent Xerians.