Entertainment holiday gift guide

The actress, comedian and writer tells her life's story and lesson's she's learned along the way, including the fact that you haven't made it until someone calls you bossy.

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"The Marriage Plot" by Jeffrey Eugenides

Jeffrey Eugenides latest novel that has already made its way onto year end lists, including the New York Time's "Notable Book of 2011."

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"1Q84" by Haruki Murakami

The critically acclaimed author's latest novel about a young woman in 1984 who finds herself in a parallel universe.

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"Is Everyone Hanging Out Without Me? (And Other Concerns)" by Mindy Kaling

Actress/comedian/writer Mindy Kaling, known to most as Kelly Kapoor from NBC's "The Office," writes a book about her life with a comedic twist.

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"Carine Roitfeld: Irreverent" by Carine Roitfeld, Olivier Zahm, Alex Wiederin and Cathy Horyn

"Irreverent" is a visual history of the career of Carine Roitfeld, the former editor-in-chief of French Vogue. It is a must-have for those interested in cutting-edge fashion.

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"A Very She & Him Christmas" by She & Him

M. Ward and Zooey Deschanel, of She & Him, put their spin on holiday classics such as "Baby, It's Cold Outside" on their Christmas album.

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"El Camino" by The Black Keys

"El Camino" is the duo's follow-up album to "Brothers," which Rolling Stone named as the #2 Best Album of 2010.

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"Christmas" by Michael Buble

Grammy-winning artist Michael Buble sings holiday classics on his 2011 Christmas album. The album includes guest performances from Shania Twain and The Puppini Sisters.

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"Bon Iver" by Bon Iver

Justin Vernon's sophomore album entitled "Bon Iver" has received critical acclaim, including four Grammy nominations.

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"The Smile Sessions" by Beach Boys

Capitol/EMI records, along with The Beach Boys, collected and compiled the band's legendary 1966-'67 sessions for the never-completed "SMiLE" album. Rolling Stone called it "the most famous unfinished album in rock & roll history."

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"Rise of the Planet of the Apes" DVD

The latest reboot in the "Planet of the Apes" franchise starring James Franco, Frida Pinto and Andy Serkis.

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"Harry Potter" Complete 8 Film Collection DVD

Now that the "Harry Potter" films are over, you can give the gift of reliving all 8 films at home with this complete box set.

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"The Hangover Part II" DVD

The cast of "The Hangover" reunites for another adventure filled with debauchery - this time in Thailand.

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"The Help" DVD

Based on the best-selling novel, the film gained lots of acclaim itself, with Oscar buzz surrounding many of the movie's actresses.

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"Mr. Popper's Penguins" DVD

A kid-friendly DVD about a man, Mr. Popper (Jim Carrey), and his adventures with his winged roommates in New York City.

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