Read the inspiration Alice

Penguin Books has released Alice Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking Glass by Lewis Carroll which is the inspiration for the new Johnny Deeps feature films.

Lewis Carroll's tale of Alice and her adventures in the nonsensical dream world of Wonderland has delighted readers young and old for more than a hundred years. Full of sublime make-believe and introducing such unforgettable characters as the Mad Hatter, the Queen of Hearts, and the Cheshire Cat, the Alice books are full of anarchic humor and sparkling word play.

Now, with the release of Tim Burton's much anticipated film remaining, readers will be eager to read (and reread) this original and experimental masterpiece.

Alice Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking Glass is in stores now and retails for $14.00

HBOGO.com Launched
Verizon’s FiOS TV customers will be the first to gain access to HBOGO.com, HBO’s online video destination featuring over 600 hours of HBO programming. 

FiOS customers who subscribe to HBO will automatically receive free, unlimited online access to HBO programming at any time, from any U.S. location with a broadband connection. 

Customers must subscribe to both FiOS TV and FiOS Internet.

Rare Batman Comic For Sale
This rare copy of the first Batman comic book, readying for auction at Heritage Auction galleries in Dallas has far surpassed the previous comic books record price, $317,000, paid for a first Superman comic in 2009, and the bidding is still underway with Batman already at $418,250.

Super heroes and pop culture fans will learn the final, new record price when the auction ends on Feb. 25.

Go to CLICK HERE go to the auction

Valentine's Pink
Love is in the air, and pink is all the rage as New Line Cinema’s new feature Valentine’s Day teams up with Ford Warriors in Pink to support the breast cancer cause. 

Ford Warriors in Pink creates stylish t-shirts, hats, scarves and even ties that will put sweethearts in the Valentine spirit.  Stars from the cast, including Jessica Alba, Jessica Biel, Eric Dane, Patrick Dempsey, Jamie Foxx, Jennifer Garner, Topher Grace, Anne Hathaway and George Lopez model pieces from the Ford Warriors in Pink apparel collection in national print ads which will raise awareness for the breast cancer cause. 

All apparel is available at www.FordCares.com – and with 100% of net proceeds going directly to Susan G. Komen for the Cure all year long, these gifts will win hearts and tug at heartstrings!

The Lord of the Films
ECW publishing has a new book which as been released for fans of Lord of the Rings. by J.W. Braun.  The book covers everything from the feature films, cartoons, upcoming prequel films, new interviews and much more for any Ring lover.

In this book, each scene in each movie is tackled on four different fronts: a closer look at the plot and the action, a look behind the scenes, a reveal of mistakes that slipped through, and audiences’ reactions. In addition to the famous live-action trilogy, other related films (such as the animated adaptations) are covered as well.

First popularized in Tolkien’s classic and bestselling series, The Lord of The Rings has garnered millions of fans around the world. The stunning film trilogy by Peter Jackson was groundbreaking, beautiful, and, as expected, hugely successful. The Lord of the Films is a unique scene-by-scene guide to all of the Lord of the Rings movies, with lots of games, puzzles, and interviews with the filmmakers tossed in.

The book is now available through amazon.com

Harry Potter @ Universal Orlando
 The magical transformation continues.  Although still very much a work in progress, the magnificence of Hogwarts castle is beginning to take shape above Hogsmeade as work continues on The Wizarding World of Harry Potter. 

Hogwarts will be the home of a thrilling, new, state-of-the-art attraction - Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey - that uses ground-breaking technology to bring the magic, characters and stories of Harry Potter to life in ways never before experienced. Set to open in Spring 2010 only at Universal Orlando Resort, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter will feature multiple themed attractions, shops and a restaurant.

Shape-Ups!
You have seen them on TV now the biggest celebrities are getting them this years at Sundance! 

The stars will be among the first to get a new Hypertonic Fitness Boot which is the newest style that is toning muscles and promoting weight loss.

Shape-Ups are designed to give your body a workout and are ideal for anyone seeking a healthier lifestyle – whether you’re a seasoned athlete, someone working to become more fit or just casually active. The stylish, affordable footwear allows you to shape up while you walk, shop and work, incorporating fitness into your daily life. Shape-ups have a kinetic wedge midsole that simulates walking on a soft surface like sand, providing natural instability that makes you use more energy with every step.

Wear Shape-ups to:
 • Firm calf, thigh and buttock muscles
 • Tighten abdominals
 • Improve posture
 • Strengthen and firm back muscles
 • Alleviate stress on knee and ankle joints

Shape-ups retail for $100 to $175, are available at leading department stores, athletic stores, specialty retailers, and at most of the 400 SKECHERS stores worldwide or at http://www.skechers.com/info/shape_ups

Legion Online Game

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Marilyn Monroe Punch & Play!
Marilyn Monroe: Your Personal Fashion Consultant by Michael Feder and Karan Feder features dazzling archival photographs and savvy fashion quips, but the fun doesn’t end there. You can “Punch Out and Play” with each fabulously dressed Marilyn Monroe to create twelve paper dolls in fantastic poses. The perfect novelty gift, Marilyn Monroe: Your Personal Fashion Consultant celebrates a timeless beauty and the reason why gentlemen prefer blondes

Marilyn Monroe—with her hourglass curves and blonde waves—was destined to become a Hollywood icon and the archetype for 1950s fashion. Today, whether you’re dressing for an afternoon at the ballpark or a birthday party at the White House, Marilyn’s sensual style will provide inspiration for any occasion.

Marilyn Monroe: Your Personal Fashion Consultant retails for $12.95 from Abram Image.

New Moon Skins
The Twilight Saga: New Moon's  fans can choose their favorite design from an assortment of exclusive New Moon designs for over 3,000 compatible devices - everything from phones, laptops and MP3 players, to gaming consoles and more. Device skins designs include Edward, Jacob, Bella, Alice, the Cullen crest and Volturi crest.

All Skinit New Moon device skins are made of high quality, durable 3M vinyl for easy application and no-hassle, residue-free removal. The skins are a perfect fit for any device and also provide protection from scratches and everyday wear.

New Moon device skins prices start at $9.99; WallSkins Pricing:Small (15" x 50") - $59.99 & Large (21" x 72") - $99.99

More visit http://www.skinit.com   

Scene It? The Simpsons Deluxe Edition.

From the game pieces to the trivia cards, every aspect of Scene It? has been infused with the charm and humor of The Simpsons.

The game begins with players choosing one of four collectible tokens to represent their team. Sculpted out of metal, these tokens have been modeled after some of the show's most recognizable icons: the family TV, the Springfield power plant, the three-eyed fish, and a slushie cup.

The game board is collapsible and features two sizes, giving you the option of playing a 15-minute quick game or a 40-minute extended game.

Sobieski Launches Vanilla & Cytron
The #1 Poland's Vodka Sobieski  has launched to new flavors,  Vanilla & Cytron.

Sobieski new flavors are made from the finest Dankowski Rye with national vanilla and citrus flavor.

Sobieski Vanilla & Sobieski Cytron  retail for $10.99

For great recipes and more on Sobieski visit www.truthinvodka.com

Shawn Barker Cocktails Recipes BEST OF TIMES (pictured) 1 oz Sobieski Cytron Vodka 1/2 oz Campari 2 oz fresh grapefruit juice 1/2 oz dessert wine Garnish with bruleed grapefruit Use a rock glass RED VELVET 1 1/2 oz Sobieski Vanilla Vodka 1/2 oz Blackberry puree 1/2 oz Dark Chocolate Liqueur 1 scoop of vanilla bean ice cream 2 slices of muddled ginger Crushed biscotti garnish Use a martini glass

Marilyn's new Cabernet
A new vintage of The Velvet Collection has been released, and is sure to tempt fans of Marilyn Monroe with a stunning image that was once cast aside. Among the scintillating “Red Velvet” series of nude photo portraits of Marilyn Monroe taken by Hollywood photographer Tom Kelley, Sr. in 1949 was a double exposure.

That photo has now been separated into two distinctive images, one of which – “Pose 8” – appears for the first time on the label of The Velvet Collection Cabernet Sauvignon 2007. The nude portrait is covered with a discreet overlay, which can be peeled back from the label, revealing the original, glamorous and previously unseen image.

The new Velvet Collection release is the fourth in the limited-edition series. The Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2007 is as generously proportioned as the legendary Miss Monroe, and will age gracefully for many years to come. This vintage is being offered in both the magnum (1.5L) bottle and 750ml bottle, each packaged in a sealed and numbered presentation box. The suggested retail price of the magnum is $200, while the retail price of the 750ml bottle is $69.

To buy visit http://marilynwines.com/

Build-A-Bear Jonas Dog!
Build-A-Bear Workshop has a Beary limited edition: The Jonas Dog!  A cute loveable rockin' doggie!    The dog has Jonas written all over it with the Jonas Brothers logo on his right paw.  

Each Jonas dog includes an exclusive dog tag necklace and guest can personalize their furry friends with a Jonas Vest, Bandana and exclusive sound featuring clips of some of the Jonas Brothers' hit songs.

"Jonas Rock 'N Roll Sweepstakes" is going on currently if you visit a Build-A Bear Workshop. The Sweepstakes runs until Oct 13th.  One Grand Prize winner will win a trip for 4 to meet the Jonas brothers. 

The Jonas Dog ranges from 25.00 to 46.00 depending on how rocked out you get your dog!  Check out the cute Jonas Bear online at http://www.buildabear.com.

KISS Goes M&M!
M&M partners up with iconic singing group KISS for a limited time, the KISS® Blend will take each of the members’ iconic faces and put them on colorful MY M&M’S® Chocolate Candies, creating a delicious collector’s item for any fan.

The MY M&M’S® KISS® Blend features four customized packages that includes the iconic faces of band members Gene Simmons, Paul Stanley, Tommy Thayer and Eric Singer. The limited edition KISS® Blend will be available starting October 6th exclusively at Walmart locations nationwide, coinciding with the launch of KISS’ new album, Sonic Boom, also exclusively available at Walmart. The blend’s suggested retail price is $6.00.

The Muchables!
Made by NAMCO BANDAI for the Nintendo Wii, The Munchables follows the heroic duo of Munchy and Chomper in a quest to save the world from an evil onion and his band of delicious minions.  FamilyFriendlyGaming.com calls the game “...fresh, vibrant, fun”!

Along the way, the Munchables must eat the tasty (and often nutritious) bad guys one after another to progress. Crazy characters like Eggplanter and Rice Baller are just a couple of the more than 150 different food enemies who will try to stop you from saving the planet – so hope you’re hungry!

Platform: Nintendo Wii ESRB Rating: E *NEW MSRP: $19.99

The Munchables game is the new HAPPY MEAL for you're Wii!!

The Chris Farley Show Book
Penguin Books has released The Chris Farley Show book in paperback (retails $16.00). The hardback book was a New York Times best seller list and was penned by his brother Tom Farley and Tanner Colby which gives a personal inside look at one of Hollywood's funny men.

After three years of sobriety, Chris Farley’s life was at its creative peak until a string of professional disappointments chased him back to drugs and alcohol. He fought hard against them, but it was a fight he would lose in December 1997. Farley’s fans immediately drew parallels between his death and that of his idol, John Belushi. Without looking deeper, however, many failed to see that Farley was much more than just another Hollywood drug overdose. In this officially authorized oral history, Farley’s friends and family remember his work and life. Along the way, they tell a remarkable story of boundless energy, determination, and laughter that could only keep the demons at bay for so long.

TripOutGayTravel.com
Logo will launch of TripOutGayTravel.com on May 1 a new site, dedicated to all things travel for the LGBT community. TripOutGayTravel.com provides LGBT travelers with the latest on gay travel through its vast editorial features, deep destination guide content and the web’s largest gay travel video library. The site also invites users to recommend and comment on destinations, as well as discuss the thousands of travel listings on the site.

TripOutGayTravel.com provides a platform for travel aficionados to get informed and connect with other travel fanatics with user recommendations and a gay-friendly ratings system for travel destinations. Additionally the site will feature a daily travel blog, extensive travel video from LOGOonilne.com and editorial features such as “The World’s 10 Best Gay Beaches” “Quick & Easy Romantic Road Trips” and “The Most Historic LGBT Places in the U.S.”

Star Wars: Punch Out and Play
Star Wars®: Punch Out and Play features iconic photos of your favorite Star Wars characters along with famous quotations from the films, but the fun doesn’t end there: You can “punch out and play” with each character to create 12 paper dolls. Decorate your home, office, or any place in need of some intergalactic inspiration and transport yourself to a galaxy far, far away. .

Michael Feder is the author of Olive Parrot Shares Her Birthday, and he and Karan Feder are the authors of Liberace: Your Personal Fashion Consultant, Joy of Liberace: Retro Recipes from America’s Kitschiest Kitchen, and Elvis: Your Personal Fashion Consultant. They live outside of Las Vegas.

Star Wars: Punch Out and Play in stores now. Retails $12.50.