Born in St. Louis, Missouri, Josephine Baker was born poor, but achieved fame and fortune through her sizzlingly exotic and erotic performances. Starting life on the American Vaudeville circuit, success takes Josephine to Paris where her semi-nude dancing causes an international sensation. Through her marriages to an Italian pseudo-count and orchestra leader, to her bond with army officer Sydney Williams, Josephine’s life is a roller coaster ride of love and rejection from both her lovers and her country. But semi-nude, or head-to-toes in sequins; in battle fatigues or rags – her beauty and ambition ensured that Josephine Baker will always be remembered as the first, and possibly most loved, truly international star.
Zoey, a thirteen year old foster child, watches her foster family’s dog get stolen while she’s in charge! The criminals, a pair of Home-Alone-like thugs, are after the mutt because he is a famous show dog. Zoey runs away from the desert on a cross-country adventure with her techy new friend in order to track down the dog and save the relationship with her foster family. Throughout the film, Zoey must dig-in and fight for the life she’s always wanted, undergoing sudden personal growth in the process.
LucasArts’ game The Force Unleashed, is poised to be the Star Wars event of the year. The game-play promises to be stunning, but we think it’s the story that will blow you away. Revealed here are the origins of Darth Vader’s secret apprentice, the deadly missions on which he was sent to track down and destroy Jedi, and the awesome decision he is forced to make that will, literally, change the way you look at the Star Wars saga! Scripted by the game’s author, Haden Blackman, this graphic novel can be enjoyed alone, or as a companion to the amazing new game.
D-Photo is digital photography magazine helping Kiwis get to grips with their cameras and use them more creatively. By providing quality how-to features, product reviews, and inspirational pictures, the magazine gives its loyal and ever-increasing subscriber base the information and confidence they need to embrace digital camera technology and make photography a part of their everyday lives.
Volcanic eruptions in Los Angeles unleash a swarm of gigantic, lava-breathing tarantulas.
Star Magazine is a bold, bright and beautiful weekly mag that brings you all the latest and hottest celebrity news, fresh off the press. Whether you want to know about their love lives, fitness regimes or secrets you’ll find it all in Star. Star also includes some great interviews, the latest in style, fashion and dieting, and an excellent reviews section looking at all the recently released films, books, DVD’s and music a women could need alongside a TV talk and TV listings section.
Ok! magazine is a mainstay in the celebrity news magazine world. Ok! brings you a weekly diet of star fashion and gossip with exclusive interviews and cover stories. Each issue features a “Week in Photos” section, where you can get a first-hand look into the daily lives of your favorite celebrities while they’re out and about—whether they’re grabbing food, heading to auditions or attending big premieres, Ok! has them covered.
Runner’s World is internationally respected as the leading authority on the sport. It provides the runner and health enthusiast with expert advice on training, motivation, nutrition, injuries and equipment. It also contains race calendars and reports. Runner’s World is enjoyed by dedicated runners and other athletes who use running to enhance their fitness. The articles contain information on the latest events and discover the stars and personalities behind the scenes. The magazine provides advice from the best coaches, and exercise programmes focused on any level.
Maxim – the world’s leading men’s magazine gives men what they want – beautiful women and intense sex. Maxim features beautiful women, cool gadgets, fast cars, sports, entertainment, and other male obsessions.
Yoga Journal is an American based media company that publishes a magazine, a website, DVDs, and puts on conferences all devoted to yoga, food and nutrition, fitness, wellness, and fashion and beauty.
Women’s Health is the must-read magazine for women who want to live life to its fullest. Every issue of the magazine is a manual to better, healthier living in two key respects—physically and emotionally. Women’s Health magazine is your source of information on fitness, nutrition, sex and relationships, style, beauty and more. With success strategies, fitness tips and fashion and career advice, the magazine encourages readers to take charge and conquer all aspects of life. Each issue has something different to offer, such as healthy, delicious recipes and fun weekend activity ideas. Edited for a well-rounded readership, Women’s Health focuses on providing realistic goals and covering the issues most relevant to today’s modern woman.
Created for the active reader, Outside is the magazine devoted to travel, fitness, outdoor gear and sports. Whether you like rock climbing or mountain biking, each issue provides the best coverage of these an other exciting outdoor activities. Vacation tips and profiles of outdoor enthusiasts, along with colorful action photography make this a great resource for the active soul!