Lou Harry
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Lou Harry is an Indianapolis
-based writer. His novel, The High-Impact Infidelity Diet, (co-written with Eric Pfeffinger) was released in 2005 by Random House/Three Rivers Press. His latest book, "Kid Culture" (co-written with Todd Tobias) was released in October 2008 by Cider Mill Press. A new parent's guide to kids' movies, TV, music, and books, it includes quizzes and opinionated guides (include a run-down on every animated Disney movie).
Other books he has written or co-written include The Voodoo Kit (and its many sequels), The Encyclopedia of Guilty Pleasures, Dirty Words of Wisdom, Therapist in a Box, In the Can, Creative Block, and In the Can: The Greatest Career Missteps, Sophomore Slumps, What-Were-They-Thinking Decisions and Fire-Your Agent Moves in the History of the Movies.
Other books include As Seen on TV, In the Can, Strange Philadelphia, The Game of Life and Santa Claus Conquers the Martians
.
In addition, his work has appeared in more than 50 publications including TheatreWeek, Variety
, Dramatics, Men's Health
, and Endless Vacation.
He edited the now-defunct Indy Men's Magazine
(www.indymensmagazine.com), which he co-created. He co-edited IMM's first book, The X-Mas Men: An Eclectic Collection of Holiday Essays. Writers featured include Michael Kun, Rev. Phil Gulley, and Doug Crandell and Todd Tucker. His play, "The Pied Piper of Hoboken" was developed in part through a grant from the Indiana Arts Commission.
In 2007, he joined the staff of the Indianapolis Business Journal
as Arts & Entertainment Editor. His columns, reviews and arts blog can be found here: www.ibj.com. More information at www.myspace.com/louharry.
His play Midwester Hemisphere: a suburban metaphysical comedy, co-written with Eric Pfeffinger, had its world premiere in March 2008. Staged by the Heartland Actors Repertory Theatre, a new professional company, it was the first full theater production ever staged in the Indianapolis Artsgarden
, a landmark location in downtown Indy. Subsequent productions are being discussed.
Indianapolis
Indianapolis is the capital of the U.S. state of Indiana, and the county seat of Marion County, Indiana. As of the 2010 United States Census, the city's population is 839,489. It is by far Indiana's largest city and, as of the 2010 U.S...
-based writer. His novel, The High-Impact Infidelity Diet, (co-written with Eric Pfeffinger) was released in 2005 by Random House/Three Rivers Press. His latest book, "Kid Culture" (co-written with Todd Tobias) was released in October 2008 by Cider Mill Press. A new parent's guide to kids' movies, TV, music, and books, it includes quizzes and opinionated guides (include a run-down on every animated Disney movie).
Other books he has written or co-written include The Voodoo Kit (and its many sequels), The Encyclopedia of Guilty Pleasures, Dirty Words of Wisdom, Therapist in a Box, In the Can, Creative Block, and In the Can: The Greatest Career Missteps, Sophomore Slumps, What-Were-They-Thinking Decisions and Fire-Your Agent Moves in the History of the Movies.
Other books include As Seen on TV, In the Can, Strange Philadelphia, The Game of Life and Santa Claus Conquers the Martians
Santa Claus Conquers the Martians
Santa Claus Conquers the Martians is a 1964 science fiction film that regularly appears on lists of the worst films ever made. It is regularly featured in the "bottom 100" list on the Internet Movie Database, and was also featured in an episode of the 1986 syndicated series, the Canned Film...
.
In addition, his work has appeared in more than 50 publications including TheatreWeek, Variety
Variety (magazine)
Variety is an American weekly entertainment-trade magazine founded in New York City, New York, in 1905 by Sime Silverman. With the rise of the importance of the motion-picture industry, Daily Variety, a daily edition based in Los Angeles, California, was founded by Silverman in 1933. In 1998, the...
, Dramatics, Men's Health
Men's Health (magazine)
Men's Health , published by Rodale Inc. in Emmaus, Pennsylvania, United States, is the world’s largest men’s magazine brand, with 44 editions around the world. It is also the best-selling men's magazine on U.S. newsstands. It covers fitness, nutrition, sexuality, lifestyle and other aspects of...
, and Endless Vacation.
He edited the now-defunct Indy Men's Magazine
Indy Men's Magazine
Indy Men's Magazine was a 50,000 circulation glossy magazine that covered sports, business, travel, health, food, drink and more for Indianapolis and beyond. The final issue was May 2007. Founded in 2002 by Todd Tobias , its editor was Lou Harry...
(www.indymensmagazine.com), which he co-created. He co-edited IMM's first book, The X-Mas Men: An Eclectic Collection of Holiday Essays. Writers featured include Michael Kun, Rev. Phil Gulley, and Doug Crandell and Todd Tucker. His play, "The Pied Piper of Hoboken" was developed in part through a grant from the Indiana Arts Commission.
In 2007, he joined the staff of the Indianapolis Business Journal
Indianapolis Business Journal
Indianapolis Business Journal is a weekly newspaper published in Indianapolis which reports on Central Indiana business. It is the leading publication of IBJ Media. Its economic columnists include Morton Marcus and Michael J. Hicks.- External links :*...
as Arts & Entertainment Editor. His columns, reviews and arts blog can be found here: www.ibj.com. More information at www.myspace.com/louharry.
His play Midwester Hemisphere: a suburban metaphysical comedy, co-written with Eric Pfeffinger, had its world premiere in March 2008. Staged by the Heartland Actors Repertory Theatre, a new professional company, it was the first full theater production ever staged in the Indianapolis Artsgarden
Indianapolis Artsgarden
The Indianapolis Artsgarden is a glassed dome spanning the intersection of Washington and Illinois streets in downtown Indianapolis, Indiana. It serves not only as a pedestrian connector between the Circle Centre Mall and nearby buildings, but also as a venue for the display and performance of...
, a landmark location in downtown Indy. Subsequent productions are being discussed.