In a world of books, the choice between formats depends on durability, affordability, and legacy. Whether you read a book once and shelve it or like to read again and again, you’ll want to select the right format for your book collection. By Jayne Turner – Staff Writer Hardcover Pros Durability: Hardcovers are more durable…
In this heartfelt episode of Books That Changed My Life, host Chris Collins sits down with acclaimed actor Kelsey Grammer for an intimate conversation about the book that forever altered his path—Karen: A Brother Remembers. Unlike most guests, the book that changed Kelsey’s life is one he wrote himself. Discover the book that changed Googoosh’s…
In this episode of Books That Changed My Life, host Chris Collins sits down with Emmy Award-winning writer and director Oz Rodriguez—known for his work on Saturday Night Live, hit sketches, and feature films—to discuss the stories that shape us. Check out the impressive lineup of guests for the “Books That Changed My Life” series. Oz…
In this episode of Soundtrack to My Life, host Chris Collins sits down with Shawn Stockman—singer, record producer, and beloved member of the legendary R&B group Boyz II Men. Check out this heartfelt conversation with Billy Mann. A proud Libra with a deep love for comic books (and a special place in his heart for…
Christmas time is the best time to indulge in a nice hot beverage and a good book. In this quick guide, I’ll give you the best drink and book pairings. By Jayne Turner – Staff Writer Peppermint Mocha If your go-to holiday beverage is a peppermint mocha, you’re classic, sweet, and always festive. You should…
In this heartfelt episode of Soundtrack To My Life, host Chris “Bulldog” Collins sits down with the multi-talented Billy Mann — a singer/songwriter, record producer, creative executive, and entrepreneur — for an intimate conversation about the music that shaped his journey. Billy opens up about the impact of Purple Rain by Prince and the Revolution,…
What was once the place to be for sweet deals on secondhand finds is now a wasteland of overpriced Shein items with inflated shipping prices. So, what happened to Depop? By Jayne Turner – Staff Writer The Beginning Launched in 2011, Depop is a second-hand shopping platform where sellers list their items and buyers browse. Clothing, accessories, and…
Syndicate X Library released the latest episode of “Books That Changed My Life,” a show exploring how books elevate and transform, featuring guest star Googoosh. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, December 10, 2025 / EINPresswire.com / — Googoosh and host Chris Collins reflect on her incredible, harrowing journey from child star to imprisoned icon in the wake of the…
There’s been a good deal of doom and gloom in the news about the supposed “collapse” of the American educational system, much of it more than justified. But it’s time to disrupt that catastrophizing narrative by presenting some hopeful developments right here in our home city of Los Angeles. Bad news first: the United States…