Best of 2012

Books

26 Books to Read Before They're Adapted Into 2013 Movies

It seems like more beloved books are being adapted for the big screen every year, and 2013 is no exception.

It seems like more beloved books are being adapted for the big screen every year, and 2013 is no exception. Tons of anticipated films are coming out this year that are based on bestselling novels, including the next installment of the Hunger Games franchise and a new romance from Nicholas Sparks. To get you up to speed, here's a list of all the movies coming out this year that are based on books.

Best of 2012

Which Celebrity Prediction Do You Think Is Most Likely to Come True in 2013?

The new year is here, which means Hollywood is about to kick off another exciting 12 months.

The new year is here, which means Hollywood is about to kick off another exciting 12 months. We managed to make a few predictions that ended up coming true last year, and now we're thinking about what we'd like to see happen in 2013. We have high hopes for some of our favorite celebrities, including baby news, professional excitement, and possible wedding vows. Check out our list below and tell us: which do you think is most likely to happen in 2013?

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Which Guy Do You Want to See More of in 2013?

2012 was a breakout year for so many male stars.

2012 was a breakout year for so many male stars. There were plenty of men who made their mark on TV, including Emmy winners Damian Lewis and Idris Elba and Revenge star Josh Bowman. Several of the guys we already love have a major 2013 ahead as well, like Anthony Mackie, who will appear in Gangster Squad, The Avengers 2, and Runner, Runner. We can't forget some of our favorite Brits, either, including Benedict Cumberbatch, Sam Riley, and Sam Claflin.

We're two days into 2013 and optimistic about the twelve months ahead. With so many talented men on the scene, we want to know — which of these guys are you most excited to see more of in the year ahead?

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Which of These Hollywood Men Would You Like to Kiss at Midnight?

It's a time-honored tradition to look for a kiss as the clock strikes midnight on New Year's Eve.

It's a time-honored tradition to look for a kiss as the clock strikes midnight on New Year's Eve. We've made a list of eight Hollywood hotties, and we're wondering who you'd want to ring in the New Year with. Some do have lady friends, but for the sake of fun, we're curious if you'd pick charming Ryan Gosling, the abdominally gifted Joe Manganiello, or former sexiest man alive Bradley Cooper. Or would you prefer Robert Pattinson, Usher, Johnny Depp, Tom Cruise, or Jamie Foxx? Tell us — when the clock strikes midnight on New Years Eve, who would you like to kiss?

Zara

You Voted: Best of 2012 Fashion and Beauty Results!

What a year 2012 has been!

What a year 2012 has been! With the brights of neon entering our lipsticks and denim, nail art taking off to new levels and celebrity and designer collaborations abounding on the fashion and beauty fronts, we were certainly kept on our toes. For the past few weeks I've asked you to vote on a handful of this years highlights and now it's time to hear what you had to say by scrolling through all of your readers choice results here!

Movies

The Stars Who Were All Over the Screen in 2012

Plenty of actors left their mark on the big screen in 2012, but there were a handful who were consistently popping up in new movies, like Channing Tatum, Jennifer Lawrence, and Joseph Gordon-Levitt.

Plenty of actors left their mark on the big screen in 2012, but there were a handful who were consistently popping up in new movies, like Channing Tatum, Jennifer Lawrence, and Joseph Gordon-Levitt. These are the all-stars, the MVPs, the people whose names were constantly up on the marquee and whose faces we just couldn't escape in the theater. Browse through and let us know which roles you loved the most!

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Which Celebrity Had The Most Festive Nails in 2012?

This has been another banner year for nails so it's no surprise that when the big festivities began in Londontown for the Royal Jubilee, the 2012 Olympic and Paralympic games people went batty with creative nail art.

This has been another banner year for nails so it's no surprise that when the big festivities began in Londontown for the Royal Jubilee, the 2012 Olympic and Paralympic games people went batty with creative nail art. Take Lily Allen's Union Jack design on her nails during the Olympics, or Beverley Knight's glittering gold nails at the Paralympics along with
Princess Eugenie's British pride nails and Lily Cole's picture of the Queen on her nails at the Diamond Jubliee for example. Out of these four unique styles, whose nail art do you think should win 'Most Festive' for the 2012 year?

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Best of 2012: Who Is Your Favorite Male Celebrity of the Year?

As 2012 comes to a close, we're taking a look back at the actors, singers, and athletes who got our hearts racing over the past 12 months.

As 2012 comes to a close, we're taking a look back at the actors, singers, and athletes who got our hearts racing over the past 12 months. Robert Pattinson, Channing Tatum, and Ben Affleck reigned over the box office, while Matt Damon, Ryan Gosling, and Brad Pitt traveled the globe filming new projects. David Beckham ended his career with the Galaxy, and Jay-Z became a first-time dad. The competition is stacked with good-looking men, but tell us: which hot guy is your favorite male star of 2012?

Make sure to check back for more Best of 2012 content as we kick off our comprehensive look back at the past year in entertainment!

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Best of 2012: Most Popular High Street Brand

High Street brands continue to wow us each season of the year with their reasonable price points, flattering cuts and designs that mimic the look of expensive haughty designer styles.

High Street brands continue to wow us each season of the year with their reasonable price points, flattering cuts and designs that mimic the look of expensive haughty designer styles. I've been personally obsessed with Zara this year for its original creations that include lots of studding, lace and leather paneling. Out of Zara, H & M, Topshop, River Island, Oasis and French Connection, which brand have you admired most this year?

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Best of 2012: Who Is Your Favorite New Mom of the Year?

Hollywood welcomed a new crop of little ones this year, making lots of our favorite stars moms for the first time.

Hollywood welcomed a new crop of little ones this year, making lots of our favorite stars moms for the first time. Charlize Theron adopted a baby boy and Drew Barrymore added Olive to her family. Beyoncé Knowles celebrated the arrival of Blue Ivy, Anna Paquin gave birth to twins, and even more ladies welcomed babies, so we want to know — who is your favorite new celebrity mother of 2012?