Here’s Why ‘Game of Thrones’ Got the Emmy Axe This Year

Here’s Why ‘Game of Thrones’ Got the Emmy Axe This Year

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We’ve all been witness to the sweeping success that Game of Thrones has received over the years it’s been running.   For the last six years, GoT was either nominated or totally cleaned up their Emmy categories (as they rightfully deserve). Last year they totaled twenty-three nominations. This year? Zero. Game of Thrones won’t be receiving anything.   Who could permit such injustice!?   Here’s the deal: the Emmy Awards have a strict set of rules and guidelines. Among those rules, they have a tight schedule for what counts as ‘eligible’. When it comes to the 2017 Emmys, shows would’ve had to premiere between June 1st, …

J.K. Rowling Reveals The ONE Fan Question She Hates

J.K. Rowling Reveals The ONE Fan Question She Hates

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J.K. Rowling is at it again on Twitter.   The author’s quick wit, occasional sarcasm, and humorous retweets never seem to fail.    One of Rowling’s followers recently tweeted a common question: You are in an elevator with one other person. What is the worst way he can start a conversation?   Now, the thing is, the follower gave specific answers you could choose:    A) Jet fuel can’t melt steel B) Have you read Dianetics C) I just came from Crossfit D) You seem neoliberal   However, Rowling being who she is (and the book nerd we all love) …

Our Favorite Gilmore Girl Has Added A Bonus Chapter To Her Latest Book!

Our Favorite Gilmore Girl Has Added A Bonus Chapter To Her Latest Book!

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Here’s to all you Gilmore Girls fans out there. Stay tuned for the deets on your favorite TV mom.   Lauren Graham (AKA Lorelai Gilmore) will be releasing her latest book Talking as Fast as I Can: From Gilmore Girls to Gilmore Girls (and Everything in Between) in paperback with a new bonus chapter on October 3rd!   Image Via E! Online   The witty actress shares stories about her life growing up, her time in the acting biz, and the fulfilling projects she’s doing now. We even get a behind-the-scenes looks into Gilmore Girls and how Graham felt picking up her quick-fire character after …

6 Novels You Hated in High School But Will LOVE Now

6 Novels You Hated in High School But Will LOVE Now

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There’s an old saying that first impressions are tough. Even for books…   During those four years in high school being assigned countless novels would be just plain torturous. When it’s something you don’t choose, that you’re forced to read, and have to answer multiple questions on, it feels like work. Especially when you’re sixteen. Nothing can change the dynamics of something you love than when you HAVE to do it.   But when those teen years are long gone, sometimes it’s time to give those books a second chance! We thought these may ring a bell…   1. The …

Stephen King’s Latest Thriller Has An Unexpected Co-Writer!

Stephen King’s Latest Thriller Has An Unexpected Co-Writer!

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The dark, twisted, and ever-popular author, Stephen King, is releasing a new book at the end of this month and fans can hardly wait!   However, this time he has a little help. Owen King, King’s son, is co-writing Sleeping Beauties: A Novel with his dad.   Image Via Empire   The novel takes place in the future where women become shrouded in silk cocoons when they sleep. When disturbed or awakened, they become increasingly violent, leaving the men of the small Appalachian town to survive. They then go out for vengeance. When a woman immune to the disease is discovered, she’s met with violence, …