Book excerpt: "The Road Taken" by Senator Patrick Leahy
After eight terms in the U.S. Senate, the Vermonter writes about his path through the upper house of Congress, which he says once acted as "the nation's conscience" – and could one day again.
Books
The assault on Salman Rushdie: "An attack on freedom of expression"
The attempted murder of the renowned author, long targeted by Islamic extremists over his novel "The Satanic Verses," is the latest sad chapter in the life of a quiet but dedicated hero of free speech.
Michael Mann on the prequel/sequel novel "Heat 2"
The director behind the acclaimed Los Angeles heist drama "Heat" and the upcoming "Ferrari" (now in production in Italy) talks about his fascination with cities, and his new novel, "Heat 2," which translates his cinematic obsessions to the printed page.
Book excerpt: "The Fifth Act," on one American's role in Afghanistan
Elliot Ackerman, who served four combat tours in Afghanistan with the Marines and the CIA, writes of how his mission continued, in seeking to rescue an Afghan and his family from the country's fall to the Taliban.
Book excerpt: "Heat 2" by Michael Mann and Meg Gardiner
A new novel serves as a prequel and sequel to the Oscar-nominated writer-director's acclaimed 1995 bank heist thriller, expanding the characters' backstory and tracing the repercussions of their dangerous dance with death.
Barack Obama and Bruce Springsteen: Renegades
The former president and the singer-songwriter, who have shared their stories in a podcast and a book, "Renegades: Born in the USA," discuss the influence of their fathers on their life's work, and the collective narratives in both popular music and politics.
Welcome to the library of the 21st century
No shushing here! The modern library is more than just a repository of books – they're public spaces designed to foster connections while keeping pace with technology and the needs of the community. Come check it out!
Jason Reynolds on stories told for, and by, young readers
The prolific and bestselling author of young people's literature uses his own childhood experiences to encourage kids to use their imagination to tell their stories, and engage in the complicated conversations they may evoke.
Rafael Agustin on new memoir
"Jane the Virgin" writer Rafael Agustin shares what it was like to grow up as an undocumented immigrant in his new memoir "Illegally Yours." He joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about the impact on his family and how it changed his life path.
The Book Report: New summer fiction and nonfiction
Washington Post book critic Ron Charles offers his picks of new titles, including the return of "Election" heroine Tracy Flick.
"Where the Crawdads Sing": Bringing a bestselling phenomenon to the screen
Delia Owens' debut novel has spent 166 weeks on The New York Times Best Seller List; now, Reese Witherspoon has produced one of the most eagerly-anticipated movies of the year.
Book excerpt: "Tracy Flick Can't Win" by Tom Perrotta
The ambitious young protagonist who campaigned for high school president in the 1998 novel "Election" (memorably played by Reese Witherspoon in the film version) is back, and just as ambitious as ever.
Book excerpt: "The Latecomer" by Jean Hanff Korelitz
The author of the New York Times bestseller "The Plot" returns with a story of siblings whose fracturing family is about to get an earth-shattering new addition.
Book excerpt: "Trust" by Hernan Diaz
The essayist and author tells the story of the one of the richest men in the world – or rather four stories, as each paints a different portrait of a young stock trader whose almost-supernatural financial intuition leads to untold wealth and the "vulgar burden" of luxury.
Book excerpt: "Rickey," on the life of baseball legend Rickey Henderson
Howard Bryant's new biography tells the captivating story of the Hall of Famer who holds the MLB records for runs and stolen bases, and how he helped change the game forever.
Book excerpt: "Hollywood Ending: Harvey Weinstein and the Culture of Silence"
Journalist Ken Auletta writes about the Hollywood power broker and his fall after allegations of sexual abuse exposed during the #MeToo movement led to his conviction and imprisonment.
Library aims to leave hope for generations
Each year for 100 years, prominent authors will place an unread manuscript in a time capsule at a library in Norway. The cultural project won’t be completed until the year 2114, and seeks to leave hope and optimism for future generations.
Author Jenny Han talks Taylor Swift's influence, Asian representation
Jenny Han said she was told by publishers years ago that people wouldn't read stories about Asian Americans.
Author V.E. Schwab on writing monsters to help her readers fight real life
CBS News spoke with Schwab about her upcoming big-screen projects and how writing for "an audience of one" changed her life forever.
Ibram X. Kendi on the importance of being antiracist
The bestselling author talks about confronting the dangers of racism; protecting young people from harmful ideas; and the parenting values behind his new books, "How to Raise an Antiracist" and the children's picture book, "Goodnight Racism."
In her new memoir Katy Tur writes "Rough Draft" of her parents' story
The broadcaster tells of her mom and helicopter pilot dad who helped report news from high above Los Angeles; about his fits of rage; and a dramatic change that would come as a shock to her.
Author Geraldine Brooks on her new book
Pulitzer-prize winning author Geraldine Brooks discusses her new book “Horse.” The novel is about a thoroughbred who at one time sired more champions than any other horse in history and takes place during both the Civil War era and modern day.
Book excerpt: "How to Raise an Antiracist" by Ibram X. Kendi
The professor and author of the bestselling "How to Be an Antiracist" returns with a parenting title aimed at protecting our children by teaching them about the realities of racism and the myths of race.
Oprah's Book Club selects "Nightcrawling" by teen novelist Leila Mottley
Leila Mottley began writing her new novel, "Nightcrawling," at 16 years old.
Gillian Flynn reads new "Gone Girl" excerpt
A 10th anniversary edition of the hit book, "Gone Girl" is out now with never-before published passages. Author Gillian Flynn joins "CBS Mornings" to read one of the new excerpts and discuss the thriller's success.
Entertainment
George Clooney, his wife and their twins granted French citizenship
France's government says that George Clooney, his wife Amal and their eight-year-old twins Ella and Alexander have been awarded French citizenship.
Beyoncé is now a billionaire, according to Forbes
The Grammy-winning artist Beyoncé became the fifth musician to achieve the wealth milestone, Forbes said Monday.
Actor accusing Tyler Perry exchanged texts with him years after alleged assault
Actor Mario Rodriguez alleged in the lawsuit filed last week in California that Tyler Perry sexually assaulted him during encounters between 2014 and 2019.
French split over Brigitte Bardot tribute due to her far right views
French politicians were divided on Monday over how to pay tribute to the late Brigitte Bardot who, despite her screen legend, courted controversy in later life with her far-right views.
MetroCard art: Swiping beauty from the mundane
On December 31, New York City will officially retire the transit system's MetroCard, that ubiquitous piece of plastic used to gain entrance onto subways and buses. But there is beauty in using MetroCards as the raw materials for art, as Thomas McKean has found in his collages and miniature sculptures depicting portraits of city life. Serena Altschul reports.
2025: The year's top books
"Sunday Morning" checks out the bestselling fiction and non-fiction of the past year.
2025: The year's top movies
"Sunday Morning" checks out the highest-grossing films of the past year.
2025: The year's top music
"Sunday Morning" checks out Spotify's top streaming hits of the past year.
The Book Report: Ron Charles' picks from 2025
The Washington Post book reviewer offers "Sunday Morning" viewers his picks for fiction and non-fiction titles to add to their New Year's reading lists.
The Book Report: Ron Charles' books of the year for 2025
The Washington Post book reviewer offers "Sunday Morning" viewers his picks for fiction and non-fiction titles to add to their New Year's reading lists.
Book excerpt: "Guilty by Definition" by Susie Dent
This debut novel is a mystery in which a dictionary editor at Oxford turns to word-sleuthing in order to unravel a family member's long-ago disappearance.
How one photographer takes refuge in Paris
Peter Turnley, an American and French photographer known for documenting the human condition, finds comfort in Paris. His new book "PARIS Je t'aime" showcases 50 years of photographs from his favorite city.
Samara Joy performs "Now And Then (In Remembrance Of...)"
Samara Joy burst onto the jazz scene in 2021, earning major praise as a "classic jazz singer from a new generation," and gaining popularity on TikTok. The young artist has already won five Grammy Awards, and her album "Portrait" is now up for Best Jazz Vocal Album of the Year. Here's Samara Joy performing "Now And Then (In Remembrance Of...)."
Samara Joy performs "Three Little Words"
Samara Joy burst onto the jazz scene in 2021, earning major praise as a "classic jazz singer from a new generation," and gaining popularity on TikTok. The young artist has already won five Grammy Awards, and her album "Portrait" is now up for Best Jazz Vocal Album of the Year. Here's Samara Joy performing "Three Little Words."
Second actor accuses Tyler Perry of sexual assault in new lawsuit
It marks the second lawsuit in recent months accusing the filmmaker and studio mogul of leveraging his power in Hollywood to make sexual advances.