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Gift Books on Music and Musicians

NONFICTION

MARR'S GUITARS

by Johnny Marr ; photographed by Pat Graham

A great choice for any aficionado of rock guitar. Full review >

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FICTION

THIS BIRD HAS FLOWN

by Susanna Hoffs

A fun read that’s perfect for lovers of pop music, classic books, and romantic comedies. Full review >

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NONFICTION

1964

by Paul McCartney

Sir Paul knows his way around just about every artistic medium, and these photographs are a must for Beatles fans. Full review >

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BIOGRAPHY & MEMOIR

60 SONGS THAT EXPLAIN THE '90S

by Rob Harvilla

A personal ’90s music overview that is far from definitive, but nevertheless instructive and often poignant. Full review >

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GRAPHIC NOVELS & COMICS

ALL TOMORROW'S PARTIES

written and illustrated by Koren Shadmi

Lush drawings and a captivating narrative combine for a wonderful telling of the Velvet Underground story. Full review >

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