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Category: Books

Under-Review: Detective Comics: Gotham Nocturne: Overture

Posted on March 12, 2024March 12, 2024 By Sammy Younan No Comments on Under-Review: Detective Comics: Gotham Nocturne: Overture
Under-Review: Detective Comics: Gotham Nocturne: Overture

My Summer Lair host Sammy Younan reviews Batman – Detective Comics: Gotham Nocturne: OvertureL Volume 1,

Books, New Book Alert, True Sammy Stories

Under-Review: Tanking to the Top: The Philadelphia 76ers

Posted on March 31, 2022August 12, 2023 By Sammy Younan No Comments on Under-Review: Tanking to the Top: The Philadelphia 76ers
Under-Review: Tanking to the Top: The Philadelphia 76ers

My Summer Lair host Sammy Younan reviews Yaron Weitzman’s Tanking to the Top. Trust The Process of The Philadelphia 76ers?

Books, New Book Alert, True Sammy Stories

Under-Review: The Ninth Metal

Posted on August 18, 2021January 3, 2024 By Sammy Younan No Comments on Under-Review: The Ninth Metal
Under-Review: The Ninth Metal

The Ninth Metalby Benjamin PercyPublished by William Morrow & Company on June 1, 2021Thrillers – Suspense // Science Fiction – Apocalyptic & Post-Apocalyptic One of the best aspects of sci-fi books is the world building: avid nerd tourism to explore strange locations and of course dangerous locals brimming with hostile locals and confusing customs. So…

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Books, New Book Alert

Under-Review: Later

Posted on August 12, 2021January 3, 2024 By Sammy Younan No Comments on Under-Review: Later
Under-Review: Later

My Summer Lair host Sammy Younan reviews Stephen King’s Later.

Books, NBA, New Book Alert

Under-Review: Steve Kerr: A Life

Posted on June 23, 2021August 13, 2023 By Sammy Younan No Comments on Under-Review: Steve Kerr: A Life
Under-Review: Steve Kerr: A Life

My Summer Lair host Sammy Younan reviews journalist Scott Howard-Cooper’s Steve Kerr: A Life. An outstanding NBA biography on the Warriors coach.

Books, New Book Alert

Under-Review: The Dynasty

Posted on June 2, 2021January 3, 2024 By Sammy Younan No Comments on Under-Review: The Dynasty
Under-Review: The Dynasty

The Dynastyby Jeff BenedictPublished by Avid Reader Press on September 07, 2021NFL // Non-Fiction // Tom Brady First I’m an an NBA dude not an NFL dude. So the best way to rectify that is to read. Jeff Benedict’s book on The Patriots is superb. I appreciate his primary focus on football; he doesn’t dwell…

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Books, New Book Alert

Under-Review: Facebook: The Inside Story

Posted on May 26, 2021January 3, 2024 By Sammy Younan No Comments on Under-Review: Facebook: The Inside Story
Under-Review: Facebook: The Inside Story

Facebook: The Inside Storyby Steven LevyPublished by Blue Rider Press on February 25, 2020Facebook // Non-Fiction // Technology This Facebook biography was fascinating! One of the consistent themes in Levy’s Facebook bio is related to most of the online hot mess congressional hearings; plethora of digital documentaries etc.: Zuckerberg (seems to) believe in the fundamental…

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Books, New Book Alert

Under-Review: Yearbook

Posted on May 12, 2021August 13, 2023 By Sammy Younan No Comments on Under-Review: Yearbook
Under-Review: Yearbook

My Summer Lair host Sammy Younan reviews celebrity Seth Rogen’s Yearbook: his collection of True Hollywood stories.

Books, New Book Alert

Under-Review: Up All Night: Ted Turner, CNN, and the Birth of 24-Hour News

Posted on May 5, 2021January 3, 2024 By Sammy Younan No Comments on Under-Review: Up All Night: Ted Turner, CNN, and the Birth of 24-Hour News
Under-Review: Up All Night: Ted Turner, CNN, and the Birth of 24-Hour News

Up All Night: Ted Turner, CNN, and the Birth of 24-Hour Newsby Lisa NapoliPublished by Abrams Press on May 12, 2020CNN // Non-Fiction // News Fascinating glimpse into the origins of CNN and our deepening appetite for news. Two things in this gripping book stand out: “Critics had wondered if there would be enough material…

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Under-Review: Vibrate Higher: A Rap Story

Posted on April 14, 2021August 13, 2023 By Sammy Younan No Comments on Under-Review: Vibrate Higher: A Rap Story
Under-Review: Vibrate Higher: A Rap Story

My Summer Lair host Sammy Younan reviews rapper Talib Kweli’s origin story Vibrate Higher: A Rap Story.

Books, New Book Alert

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    by Sammy Younan
    Do you have Heart Eyes for fresh TV Recommendations without all the Overcompensating puns? The puns are here to stay that’s what makes it #SetTheVCR.
  • #SetTheVCR: May 05-11, 2025
    by Sammy Younan
    Even with your Poker Face I can tell you’re seeking TV Recommendations for your Safe House. No worries with this week’s #SetTheVCR I got it in The Black Bag.
  • #SetTheVCR: April 28 – May 04, 2025
    by Sammy Younan
    April showers bring May TV listings: these TV recommendations cover all Four Seasons. It’s #SetTheVCR where I put the On in Conan.
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    by Sammy Younan
    TV Recommendations can be Havoc; You need help. Well Babygirl: I got you; it's your TV Companion: #SetTheVCR.
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    by Sammy Younan
    I hope you're a light Nightsleeper because the NBA Playoffs start this week. Will a new champion be Minted? Only way to know is to #SetTheVCR.
  • #SetTheVCR: April 07-13, 2025
    by Sammy Younan
    For this week's TV Recommendations we stare into The Abyss and a Black Mirror stares back. Welcome to #SetTheVCR which is about as comfortable and as cool as Morningside.
  • #SetTheVCR: March 31 – April 06, 2025
    by Sammy Younan
    Secrets and Serial Killers pepper this week’s TV Recommendations. A combo like that can only mean it’s #SetTheVCR.
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    by Sammy Younan
    You'll wanna Bogart these fantastic TV Recommendations: they go from Holland to MobLand. Of course it's not a Complete Unknown, why yes it's #SetTheVCR.
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    by Sammy Younan
    These TV Recommendations will make you don a Happy Face: from magic of David Blaine to the Madness of March. It's #SetTheVCR here for all of Your Tomorrow TV needs.
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    by Sammy Younan
    From an Electric State to a Beach party these TV Recommendations will make you a Better Man. It maybe Cold outside but #SetTheVCR is warm and just what you are Kraven.
  • #CouchWorthy: 2025 Key Midseason & Premiere Dates – April 2025March 28, 2025
    #SetTheVCR is your weekly TV Guide by Sammy Younan to help you plan a fantastic TV schedule from must-watch TV shows to fun discoveries.
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    What's popping in popular culture? My Summer Lair host Sammy Younan steeps some seriously serious tea which prompts reflections.
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    #SetTheVCR is your weekly TV Guide by Sammy Younan to help you plan a fantastic TV schedule from must-watch TV shows to fun discoveries.
  • #CouchWorthy: Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-ManJanuary 28, 2025
    Following Peter Parker on his way to becoming a hero. Or is is "Peter Parker?" The stand alone vs continuity debate.
  • #CouchWorthy: The Countdown to NBA Saturday Primetime on ABCJanuary 22, 2025
    NBA Saturday Primetime on ABC– the marquee, national NBA game of the week kicks off on January 25 with a classic Tripleheader.

  • Batman: Detective Comics Vol. 1: Gotham Nocturne: Overture
    Under-Review: Detective Comics: Gotham Nocturne: Overture
    by Sammy Younan
    My Summer Lair host Sammy Younan reviews Batman - Detective Comics: Gotham Nocturne: OvertureL Volume 1,
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    New Book Alert is just that: A useful Yo for a fresh book. from your pal Sammy. What Are You Reading?
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    New Book Alert is just that: A useful Yo for a fresh book. from your pal Sammy. What Are You Reading?
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    by Sammy Younan
    New Book Alert is just that: A useful Yo for a fresh book. from your pal Sammy. What Are You Reading?
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