About Books & Literature: Disappointments, Superheroes, and Literary Snacks

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Books & Literature From Megan Romer, your About Books & Literature Editor If you're an American, in a couple of weeks you're going to invariably be stuck in a small room with all of your relatives and at least one very sharp knife. Perhaps it's time to start brushing up on your topics of conversation now, because you can only say "Pass the gravy!" so many times before Aunt Mildred realizes that you're dodging her questions. The Worst Books of 2010 "So, anyone read any terrible books lately?" is a good one to get people talking, and hopefully laughing. Don't mention anything controversial, though... that knife is still going to be sitting right there by the turkey. 'Running the Books: The Adventures of an Accidental...' Running the Books: The Adventures of an Accidental Prison Librarian, by Avi Steinberg, sounds like it would be a good one to bring up as an interesting book that you've recently read. You'd have to actually read it first, though, so go ahead and get on that. The Top DC Comic Book Superheroes of All Time "So, who's your favorite DC comic book superhero?" would be a good icebreaker, as well. If someone says "Spider-Man," though, it would be best to just smile and nod. Family harmony. You can do it. Review: 'Harry Potter: The Unofficial Cookbook' The new Harry Potter movie comes to theaters this week, which means that by Thanksgiving, everyone (including Aunt Mildred) will have seen it, and you'll want to be able to discuss it. This cookbook will help you make the perfect thematic dinner party menu to eat before you go out to the show. Or a good stocking stuffer to keep in mind for your favorite kiddo. Books & Literature Ads Books Thanksgiving Recipes Thanksgiving Turkey English Literature Turkey Recipes Featured Articles Gathering International Poets for the Olympics Weekly Manga Reading List 5 Quick Facts About Shakespeare Kander and Ebb's 'The Scottsboro Boys' "The Solid Flesh" by Simeon Strunsky Douglas Adams Biography   More from About.com Thanksgiving Recipes Herb-roasted turkey with cornbread stuffing, cranberry relish and roasted squash, sweet and tart fruit pies, and many more. More> Choose the Perfect Gift Whether you're looking for teens, teachers, grandparents or even pets, we have suggestions to make shopping easier. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Books & Literature newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2010 About.com   Books About Folk Music 'How Can I Keep From Singing: The Ballad of Pete Seeger' 'Innerviews: Music Without Borders' 'Bob Dylan: The Essential Interviews' Advertisement