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GUNSMOKE: An American Institution, Paperback Edition
By Ben Costello

After two successful print runs in hardcover and a CD, Ben Costello's Gunsmoke: An American Institution is finally available in a softbound format.

The impressive book is chock full of hundreds of photos, bios and background stories of Miss Kitty, Marshal Matt Dillon, Doc Adams and all the Gunsmoke television show characters. For 20 years, Gunsmoke ruled the airwaves, and now western and television history buffs can relive the show's 635 episodes and millions of memories for less.
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Legends in the Kitchen
By compiled by Mrs. Howard Keel & Linda Foster Radke

Legends in the Kitchen is chock full of delicious and unique recipes that make it possible for chefs and novice cooks alike to impress their friends and family with the very same dishes famous entertainers and dignitaries prepare and serve to their guests.
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GUNSMOKE: An American Institution on CD
By Ben Costello

Fifty years of Gunsmoke – including bios, background stories and hundreds of photos – is now available on CD. Television buffs conveniently enjoy a “greener” version of the 620-page book Gunsmoke: An American Institution by Ben Costello on their computer, where they can zoom photos or enlarge print for their reading pleasure.
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Perfectly Amanda, Gunsmoke's Miss Kitty
By Beckey Burgoyne

Perfectly Amanda, Gunsmoke’s Miss Kitty: To Dodge and Beyond provides a chronological look into Amanda Blake’s life both on- and off-screen. As a fan of Gunsmoke’s Miss Kitty, author Beckey Burgoyne was more than happy to take on the task of writing Blake’s biography. However, this is more than just a typical biography. It’s a tale of strength, courage and compassion. It’s the story of a legendary character that sparked a generation of women to challenge conventional views on the traditional roles they were expected to play in society. Blake’s positive influence on young women can still be felt today.
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Jack & Walter
By Ben Costello

Jack & Walter: The Films Of Lemmon & Matthau is a memorable testament to the friends who made each motion picture come alive. With complete biographies of both Lemmon and Matthau, full credits and storylines for all 11 films, over 100 publicity and behind-the-scenes photographs, memories from co-workers and co-stars.
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Dave Pratt, Behind the Mic:
By Dave Pratt

Dave Pratt, Behind the Mic: 30 Years in Radio is the life story of a small town boy who beat the odds to become the most prolific name in the history of Arizona radio. Over three decades, The Morning Mayor has been honored with over 100 awards, sold out arena and stadium concerts, topped ratings in three different formats, become one of the highest paid radio personalities in the nation, defeated cancer, and has raised millions of dollars for charity. More importantly, Dave has never forfeited his personal beliefs and has never sacrificed his personal character. The loyalty of his listeners and the love of his family have continued to be his driving force.
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Riding the Hollywood Trail
By Charlie LeSueur

For more than 50 years, “B” Westerns packed neighborhood theaters. Through extensive research and interviews with actors and their families, film historian Charlie LeSueur paints an all-encompassing portrait of this Western movie era with Riding the Hollywood Trail: Tales of the Silver Screen Cowboys. LeSueur brings Westerns and their cowboy stars to life!
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The Misadventures of a Roving Cartoonist
By Tom Gill

For nearly four decades, cartoonist Tom Gill brought to life the daring adventures of the Lone Ranger and his faithful sidekick Tonto. In his own words, Gill describes his remarkable life as a self-taught cartoonist who went on to draw some of the most famous comic books in American history.
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GUNSMOKE: An American Institution, Hardcover Edition
By Ben Costello

Although the last new episode aired in 1975, fans everywhere are still watching reruns of Gunsmoke every day. With performer biographies, hundreds of photographs, episode logs, updates on surviving cast members, and interviews with the show's luminaries, GUNSMOKE: An American Institution will be a favorite for fans and historians alike.
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