Just finished Bruce Springsteen’s masterful memoir, BORN TO RUN. I am a fan of his music, but am not a … Learn more
If you have not watched MR ROBOT, I think you should. The second season just ended and it is a … Learn more
A few weeks ago, President Obama selected five books for his “vacation reading.” What was the sales impact of the … Learn more
I was cleaning out my shelves under the TV last week. I came across a bag with a dozen instruction … Learn more
SILICON VALLEY is a brilliant show. Co-created by (Office Space, Idiocracy, Beevis & Butthead), and King of the Hill), Dave … Learn more
Amazon to Open 300-400 Stores – Nah, Just a Rumor…
02.20.2016, No Comments, Uncategorized, by Jack W Perry.Last week, a rumor was started when a mall executive off-handedly mentioned that Amazon might open 300-400 bricks and mortar … Learn more
Harrison Ford Should Win the Oscar for Han Solo
01.04.2016, No Comments, Uncategorized, by Jack W Perry.Although the Academy seldom rewards actors for starring roles in blockbuster movies, it would be refreshing if they gave the … Learn more
One of the few remaining independent toy stores in Pleasantville, NY, Westchester County announced they will close this month. After … Learn more
5 Aspirational Reads (Wallace; Pynchon; Zinn; Weir; Highsmith)
11.09.2015, No Comments, Movies, by Jack W Perry.What is on your nightstand? A common question. I ask it all the time. On my “bookstand’: THE MARTIAN, Andy … Learn more
10 Reasons Why Print Books are Better than eBooks
10.16.2015, Comments Off on 10 Reasons Why Print Books are Better than eBooks, Uncategorized, by Jack W Perry.There has been a lot of recent discussion of the flattening of eBook sales and the resurgence of print. This … Learn more