Don Coldsmith, a family physician who gained worldwide fame with a series of historical novels on Plains Indians, has died. He was 83.  Read his popular Spanish bit saga or his biographies Horsin’ Around and Still Horsin’ Around.

Michael Jackson’s unique blend of soul, funk and rock made him the biggest pop act in the world. Read biographies and books about Michael Jackson, watch his starring role in 1978’s The Wiz, or check out music by the King of Pop, including 2005’s Essential Michael Jackson or 1987’s Bad,

From her romantic life to her battle with cancer, Charlie’s Angels star Farrah Fawcett, who has died aged 62, has rarely been out of the headlines. Check out a movie starring Farrah Fawcett, including 1976’s Logan’s Run or 1997’s The Apostle. Read the Charlie’s Angels Casebook, an in depth look at the original television show.

Remember the life and work of these artists and writers and celebrate their accomplishments by checking out their  books, movies and music from the library.