Four new sci-fi/fantasy books
<em>Desolation of Smaug</em> makes for a monstrously entertaining movie
Severe joint disease doesn't stop young musician from making beautiful music
New or recent releases
Demand for Super Bowl ad time is higher than ever
Driscoll accusations highlight the dangers of an evangelical celebrity machine
Lessons from Europe’s totalitarian era and a warning about America’s possible future
For the weekend of Dec. 6-8 according to Box Office Mojo
