Book excerpt: "Listening to the Law" by Amy Coney Barrett
In this excerpt from the Supreme Court Justice's memoir, Amy Coney Barrett writes of the decision she and her family made to "burn the boats" upon being asked to serve on the High Court.
Books
The Book Report: New books for fall (Aug. 31)
The Washington Post book reviewer offers upcoming highlights from the new season's fiction and non-fiction releases.
Book excerpt: "Mother Mary Comes to Me" by Arundhati Roy
The Booker Prize-winning author of "The God of Small Things" is now publishing her first memoir, exploring her formative and tumultuous relationship with her mother, and how it shaped her life and career.
Book excerpt: "Heart the Lover" by Lily King
The award-winning author of "Writers & Lovers" and "Euphoria" returns with her latest novel about a young woman reflecting on her complicated friendship with two male classmates in college.
Book excerpt: "It Doesn't Have to Hurt" by Dr. Sanjay Gupta
In his new book, the neurosurgeon and chief medical correspondent for CNN writes about chronic pain, and the innovative techniques now being used to study and treat it.
Hot dog king Dan Rossi shares his story
From his cart outside the Metropolitan Museum of Art, Marine veteran Dan Rossi built a reputation as the New York Hot Dog King. He joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to talk about his new memoir and his journey.
Kid Cudi reveals some of his darkest hours in new memoir
In one of his most candid conversations in years, Kid Cudi tells "CBS Mornings" about some of the darkest moments from his new memoir, his relationship with Kanye West, taking the stand at Sean "Diddy" Combs's trial and more.
Full interview: DeMaurice Smith
Major Garrett interviews DeMaurice Smith, the former executive director of the NFL Players Association, about his book, "Turf Wars: The Fight for the Soul of America's Game." In the book, Smith describes the NFL as an oligarchy and reveals how it reacted to important moments like Colin Kaepernick's choice to kneel during the national anthem in protest of police brutality.
Full Interview: Author Stephen Starring Grant
Major Garrett interviews Stephen Starring Grant about his new book, "Mailman: My Wild Ride Delivering the Mail in Appalachia and Finally Finding Home." The book details how Grant made a career change from marketing consultant to U.S. Postal Service letter carrier during the pandemic, finding community in the people he delivered mail to in the process.
Book excerpt: "Incomparable Grace: JFK in the Presidency" by Mark K. Updegrove
The presidential historian's book traces John F. Kennedy's years in the White House, including his final days leading up to a political fundraising trip in Texas.
Reader's guide for "Bridge of Sighs," new Oprah book club pick
Dive into Richard Russo's novel "Bridge of Sighs," Oprah's newest book club selection," with these thoughtful questions and topics for discussion.
Read a free excerpt of Oprah's book club pick, "Bridge of Sighs"
Read an excerpt from the first chapter of the 2007 novel, "Bridge of Sighs," written by Richard Russo.
"We the Women" uncovers history's hidden female revolutionaries
In her new book, "We the Women," Norah O'Donnell reveals the overlooked contributions of women from 1776 to today.
Restaurateur Keith McNally on why he regrets "almost everything"
He opened such popular NYC institutions as The Odeon, Balthazar and Pastis. But a 2016 stroke, which caused immobility and affected his speech, led to a suicide attempt two years later. He has now penned an irreverent memoir, "I Regret Almost Everything."
The Book Report: Ron Charles on new summer reads (July 20)
The Washington Post book reviewer offers highlights from the season's fiction and non-fiction releases.
Book excerpt: "The Beast in the Clouds" by Nathalia Holt
In the latest book by the bestselling author of "Rise of the Rocket Girls," two sons of Theodore Roosevelt set out for China on a quest to find a mythical creature: the giant panda.
Book excerpt: "Bug Hollow" by Michelle Huneven
A summer lark turns tragic, and a shattered family must carry on, in the latest novel by the author of "Round Rock" and "Blame."
Book excerpt: "The Satisfaction Café" by Kathy Wang
In her search to overcome loneliness and build connections, a woman from Taiwan creates a new life for herself in California, in a gently witty new novel from the author of "Family Trust."
Book excerpt: "The Slip" by Lucas Schaefer
This debut comic novel, set in and around a boxing gym in Austin, Texas, pounces on issues of race, sex and gender identity in America today.
Book excerpt: "I Regret Almost Everything: A Memoir" by Keith McNally
The phenomenally successful New York City restaurateur's irreverent memoir recounts a life that was battered by a stroke, followed by an almost-successful suicide attempt.
Book excerpt: "Me, But Better: The Science and Promise of Personality Change"
Atlantic staff writer Olga Khazan, a lifelong introvert, set out to change aspects of her personality she didn't like by forcing herself outside of her comfort zone. How about trying improv comedy?
From the archives: Martin Cruz Smith on writing mysteries
Martin Cruz Smith, author of such bestsellers as "Gorky Park" and "Polar Star," died on July 11, 2025, at age 82. In this "Sunday Morning" profile that aired Oct. 20, 2002, Smith talked with correspondent Anthony Mason about how he continued writing mysteries featuring Moscow detective Arkady Renko, despite being blacklisted by the Soviet Union. He also discussed the "boring" aspects of writing, and the research he conducted in Japan for his novel "December 6," set in Tokyo on the eve of the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor.
Martin Cruz Smith, bestselling author of "Gorky Park," dies at 82
Popular novelist Martin Cruz Smith engaged readers for decades with "Gorky Park" and other thrillers featuring Moscow investigator Arkady Renko.
Oprah Winfrey calls "Culpability" the must-read of the summer
Oprah Winfrey reveals her summer book club selection as "Culpability" by Bruce Holsinger.
Ron Chernow on the life of Mark Twain
The Pulitzer Prize-winning biographer's latest book delves into the life, complexities and sardonic humor of a man who remains a vital presence in American culture.
Entertainment
Entertainment
Fust performs "Bleached"
Fust began as a solo project by frontman Aaron Dowdy out of Durham, North Carolina, before becoming a full band in 2018. Their raw, fearless sound won them praise for their 2023 studio album, and earlier this year they released "Big Ugly," their third full-length collection. Making their national television debut, here's Fust with "Bleached."
Fust performs "Jody"
Fust began as a solo project by frontman Aaron Dowdy out of Durham, North Carolina, before becoming a full band in 2018. Their raw, fearless sound won them praise for their 2023 studio album, and earlier this year they released "Big Ugly," their third full-length collection. Making their national television debut, here's Fust with "Jody."
Fust performs "Spangled"
Fust began as a solo project by frontman Aaron Dowdy out of Durham, North Carolina, before becoming a full band in 2018. Their raw, fearless sound won them praise for their 2023 studio album, and earlier this year they released "Big Ugly," their third full-length collection. Making their national television debut, here's Fust with "Spangled."
Heidi Klum was Medusa for Halloween. See the photos.
Heidi Klum donned green scales and squirming snakes to transform herself into Medusa for Halloween on Friday.
Billie Eilish tells billionaires to donate more of their wealth
Billie Eilish also announced that she would donate $11.5 million of the proceeds from her Hit Me Hard and Soft tour.
Inside the studio where Queen recorded "Bohemian Rhapsody"
Queen's iconic song "Bohemian Rhapsody" was released 50 years ago.
Book excerpt: "The Eleventh Hour" by Salman Rushdie
In his elegiac new collection of stories – his first fiction since a 2022 attack that nearly killed him – acclaimed novelist Salman Rushie writes of intimate encounters with death, ghosts, magic, and the immutable passage of time.
Prince Andrew stripped of titles and must surrender lease to Windsor mansion
Prince Andrew is being stripped of his titles and must surrender his lease to Royal Lodge, according to a statement from Buckingham Palace.
5 arrested in case involving overdose death of Robert De Niro's grandson
Five people have been federally charged in connection with the 2023 overdose death of actor Robert De Niro's grandson and two others, authorities said Thursday.
Diane Lane talks new movie "Anniversary"
Actor Diane Lane stars in the new film "Anniversary," which follows the Taylor family as they find themselves caught in a controversial rising political movement. Lane joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about the movie and what she wants people to take away from it.
Mona May on "Clueless" as it marks 30 years
It has been 30 years since the classic movie "Clueless" was released. The film is beloved for its characters and iconic costumes, which are the subject of a new book called "The Fashion of Clueless." The movie's costume designer Mona May wrote the book and joined "CBS Mornings" to talk about it and how she developed the individual style of each character.
Paramount to lay off 2,000 workers shortly after merging with Skydance
Paramount announced layoffs as the company restructures after completing its $8 billion merger with Skydance earlier this year.
Tracy Morgan on career and how a devastating crash impacted his life
Actor and comedian Tracy Morgan spoke to "CBS Mornings" about his inspiration for his latest project and his perspective on life after being involved in a terrifying car crash over a decade ago.
MLBPA's 2025 Players Choice Award winners revealed
Major Leaguers vote each year to honor their own for achievements on and off the field. MLBPA's 2025 Player of the Year is Seattle Mariners star Cal Raleigh, with Kyle Schwarber, Tarik Skubal, and Paul Skenes also taking top honors. Skenes joins "CBS Mornings" to celebrate the win.
Tracy Morgan on "Crutch"
Actor and comedian Tracy Morgan joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss his new series, "Crutch," a spin-off of the CBS hit "The Neighborhood." Morgan opens up about playing a Harlem dad, why the role feels personal and how comedy has helped him overcome life's toughest challenges.