'Little People Big World' series resumes

Q: Is "Little People Big World" coming back?

A: The TLC series began a new season on Nov. 22 with what the network calls "all new challenges on the farm that rock the family dynamics with lasting effects. Matt and Amy continue to live their separate yet interconnected lives; Matt having to slow down post-surgery, and Amy full steam ahead with her next chapter. This all while managing the emotional and operational challenges of running the farm." That's "a life-changing spinal procedure" for Matt, and Amy's "next chapter" involves her facing single life, "including dating."

Q: Will there be more "Storage Wars"?

A: A&E tells me that the series is coming back, but at this writing there's no set return date.

Q: I have enjoyed watching "The Artful Detective" on Ovation on Saturday nights. They had what I thought was a season finale last spring. Will there be any new episodes?

A: Ovation plans to premiere the 10th season of the Canadian-made drama on Jan. 11. The series, by the way, airs in Canada as "Murdoch Mysteries," and you can find it on some platforms under that name. For example, at this writing Netflix has the first seven seasons, while Acorn TV has nine (which are also on DVD).

Q: We were wondering about three shows we really enjoy and what is happening with them: "Sleepy Hollow," "Castle" and "Second Chance."

Q: I was reading with interest your answer to the question of why there are no good programs on Saturdays and your answer was that the people who matter (my interpretation) are between the ages of 18 and 49. What about us older folks who would like nothing more than to have an entertaining movie to watch or a program with some intelligence? I am so tired of not being counted anymore because I may be too old. Most of the programs directed to the younger generation aren't even worth watching.

A: It's no secret that, for the most part, networks like younger viewers because they are more likely to be swayed by advertisers' pitches than older folks (myself included) whose consumer habits are mostly set. It's the nature of the business, and viewers have to seek other remedies, such as hoarding shows during the week or finding alternatives on cable, streaming services and disc. And many of those shows aimed at younger viewers are pretty good.