In the vivid memoir “The Ballad of Speedball Baby,” Smith paints an unflinchingly authentic ’90s portrait of life on the road.
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The best-selling nonfiction author chats with Shondaland about the inner workings of her foray into fiction.
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Hollywood can’t stop/won’t stop recycling past ideas even though it really needs new stories. Why? As Seen in Shondaland
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The multi-hyphenate talks to Shondaland his new project, what adult friendship means to him, and the film that made him want to make films.
Read MoreHenry Louis Gates Jr. Talks Finding His Roots
The “Finding Your Roots” host shares how he went from being a kid history buff to a revered academic to the gentleman who tells you (literally) about yourself. Published in Shondaland
Read More9 Songs That Celebrate Gratitude
This aural gratitude journal is the holiday gift that keeps giving. Originally published in Shondaland
Read MoreTodd Haynes’ Vision for ‘May December’
The celebrated director discusses his latest film.
Read MorePinky Cole Hopes You Fail
The Slutty Vegan entrepreneur shares motivational advice in her new book, I Hope You Fail: Ten Hater Statements Holding You Back From Getting Everything You Want.
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On “Avalon TV,” Symone (née Reggie Gavin) and the House of Avalon flex impeccable style and talent along with a wicked sense of humor.
Read MoreNicole Ari Parker’s Return to Theater
As the matriarch of “The Refuge Plays,” the actress takes the stage for the first time in 10 years.
Read MoreThere’s Something About Clementine Taylor
“Something About Her,” Taylor’s debut novel, explores youthful sapphic attraction.
Read MoreKeegan-Michael and Elle Key School Us in Sketch Comedy
The comedic couple’s new book, “The History of Sketch Comedy,” explains the origins of the art form.
Read MoreKara Young’s Broadway Victory Lap
Her starring role in “Purlie Victorious” seals Young’s fate as a proud New Yorker and Broadway baby.
Read MoreCaitlin Moran’s Take on Men
In her thoughtful new book, the “strident feminist” dares to peek into what it means to be born with white male privilege.
Read MoreWhy We Need ‘Sex Education’ Now More Than Ever
Grab your tissues! The fourth and final season of this provocatively moving comedy is just what we all need.
Read MoreLeslie Jones Holds Nothing Back in Her New Memoir
The hilarious comedian’s memoir is an inspirational story of resilience and reckoning.
Read MoreElyssa Maxx Goodman Celebrates the Rich History of Drag
Her debut book, “Glitter and Concrete,” chronicles the historical evolution of drag in New York, complete with Mae West’s drag origins.
Read MoreCraig Robinson Goes In For The Kill
The hilarious actor-comedian talks with Shondaland about making season two of “Killing It,” his musical aspirations, and his comedic inspirations.
Read MoreRebekah Bergman’s Homage to Humanity
With her debut novel, “The Museum of Human History,” Bergman explores our relentless pursuit of time.
Read MoreStephanie Beatriz Has Drive
In “Twisted Metal,” the “Encanto” star embraces her super anti-hero.
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