John R. Killacky
Tillie Walden’s “Charity & Sylvia” transforms archival fragments into a resonant portrait of devotion in early 19th-century Vermont.
Throughout their anthology, Nayland Blake reminds readers of the importance of maintaining authenticity and self-representation in every facet of creative work.
“A Body To Live In” is not trying to be a conventional biopic — this is an atmospheric reminiscence of an underground movement.
The artist’s focus on brutality is present in the show, but the anger and homoeroticism that infused so much of his work are missing.
Now 78, Cher has written a compellingly candid chronicle of her early life and showbiz career, up until her move into the movies, which will be told in Part Two.
Adam Moss’ book is an inspiring compendium of interviews and profiles of 43 creatives on how they make their work, using iconic examples to illuminate their process.
This is not a dry, academic look at Thom Gunn’s life: the biographer supplies a loving — though at times unflinchingly honest — view of the self-punishing poet.
This biography of Keith Haring is a compendium of vivid, first-person narratives that provide an engaging insider’s perspective on the artist’s life.
Will Hermes reveres Lou Reed’s music, and he expounds on his love in this voluminous, well-researched biography.
Nye Ffarrabas and others in Fluxus created intermedia events that pushed the boundaries of prevailing norms in painting, sculpture, poetry, music, architecture, and theater.

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