Oprah announces new book club selection
"The Way of Integrity: Finding The Path To Your True Self" is the 94th Oprah's Book Club pick.
Books
"Reading Rainbow Live" debut to feature CBS News' Vladimir Duthiers
Beloved children's show "Reading Rainbow" is returning in March in its new format.
The Book Report: Recommendations from Washington Post critic Ron Charles (February 6)
Looking for something special to read this winter? Our book reviewer offers a few new titles you should check out, from fiction to a memoir by an Emmy-winning actor with nothing to hide.
Book excerpt: "Putting the Rabbit In the Hat" by Brian Cox
In his memoir the Emmy Award-winning "Succession" star writes of notable collaborations from his nearly-six-decade stage, film and television career, including with a certain action movie star.
Book excerpt: "Olga Dies Dreaming" by Xochitl Gonzalez
In this New York Times bestselling novel from the Atlantic writer and native Brooklynite, a wildly successful wedding planner can't seem to find love herself.
Book excerpt: "I Will Die In a Foreign Land" by Kalani Pickhart
This debut novel is a kaleidoscopic portrait of Ukraine in 2014 at a time of revolution, and of lives intersecting as the country's political situation deteriorates.
Book excerpt: "To Paradise" by Hanya Yanagihara
The author of 2015's "A Little Life" returns with a New York Times bestseller – a trilogy of novellas, set in one New York City townhouse across three different centuries, in which characters search for an idea of utopia.
Author Logan Ury on "How To Not Die Alone"
Logan Ury is the author of "How to Not Die Alone: The Surprising Science That Will Help You Find Love" and the director of relationship science at the dating app Hinge. She joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about her book, which uses behavioral science to give people tools to improve decision making when it comes to dating.
Michelle Zauner's recipe for consoling grief: A taste of home
The author of the New York Times bestseller "Crying in H Mart" talks of how, after losing her mother to cancer, she found comfort in the aisles of a Korean-owned grocery store, shopping for the ingredients of dishes that reminded her of home.
Book + audio excerpt: "Crying in H Mart" by Michelle Zauner
In her New York Times bestselling memoir, the musician writes of losing her mother to cancer – and of finding comfort in the aisles of a Korean-owned grocery store chain. Plus: Check out her recipe for Kimchi Jjigae.
Carl Bernstein on chasing history
The reporter who helped break the Watergate scandal began his career as a teenager at the Washington Star – what he has called the best education in journalism – which he recalls in his new memoir "Chasing History: A Kid in the Newsroom."
Book excerpt: "Chasing History: A Kid in the Newsroom" by Carl Bernstein
In his new memoir, the investigative journalist recounts his early days as a young reporter, and the "glorious chaos" he discovered in a Washington newsroom.
Jacqueline Woodson on new book
Best-selling, award-winning author Jacqueline Woodson joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss her new book, "The Year We Learned to Fly." In the book, Woodson writes about how teaching children to look to their ancestors can help them overcome difficult times.
Jamie Raskin on January 6 probe, son's death
Congressman Jamie Raskin, who served as lead impeachment manager of former President Trump's second impeachment trial and is on the House select committee investigating the January 6 attack, joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss his new book "Unthinkable." The book covers the impeachment and the death of Raskin's son, who died just days before the Capitol siege.
Students rewarded with book vending machine
At an elementary school in Harlem, reading, writing and arithmetic are not the only subjects on the curriculum -- being nice is too. And students are rewarded with tokens that can be redeemed for books at a special vending machine. Meg Oliver reports.
Amanda Fairbanks on "The Lost Boys Of Montauk"
In "The Lost Boys of Montauk," published by Simon & Schuster, a division of ViacomCBS, author Amanda Fairbanks traces the evolution of eastern Long Island. At the heart of her story are four commercial fishermen from vastly different backgrounds who shared a tragic fate, lost at sea together more than 30 years ago. Anthony Mason has the details.
Fran Lebowitz speaks her mind
Most writers write; Fran Lebowitz talks. The opinionated essayist and raconteur discusses the reaction of her parents to her outspoken manner; why she still smokes; and her thoughts on gay marriage.
Michael J. Fox on new memoir
Award-winning actor and best-selling author Michael J. Fox joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss his new memoir, "No Time Like the Future: An Optimist Considers Mortality." In it, Fox shares personal stories and observations about illness and health, aging, the strength of family and friends, and how our perceptions about time affect the way we approach mortality.
Epstein accuser alleges torture by Maxwell
The trial of Ghislaine Maxwell is underway and we're hearing new details from one of her alleged victims. In her book, "Silenced No More: Surviving My Journey to Hell and Back," Sarah Ransome writes about her time in Epstein's orbit.
Rowan Jacobsen on his new book "Truffle Hound"
If you ask author Rowan Jacobsen what nature’s perfect scent is, he’ll say it’s the truffle. His new book “Truffle Hound” gives insight into how humans grow, hunt and crave this unique food. Truffles have been grown primarily in Europe and served almost exclusively in high-end restaurants, but as North Americans have made big advances growing truffles, they’ve become more accessible to the home cook. Jeff Glor explores the fascinating fungus.
Brené Brown's new book "Atlas of the Heart"
Author, podcaster and researcher Brené Brown joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss her latest book "Atlas of the Heart: Mapping Meaningful Connection and the Language of Human Experience."
Sharon Gless: In conversation
In her new memoir, "Apparently There Were Complaints," the Emmy-winning star of the classic cop series "Cagney & Lacey" examines some of her life's highs – and some terrifying lows.
The Book Report: Recommendations from Washington Post critic Ron Charles (November 28)
Suggested fall fiction and non-fiction titles, on topics ranging from animals to Beatles!
Book excerpt: "The Lyrics" by Paul McCartney
The Beatle's memoir contains stories of his life, inspiration, and the music that changed the world, set against the lyrics of 154 of his most important songs.
Book excerpt: "On Animals" by Susan Orlean
This collection of The New Yorker magazine writer's essays evokes her lifelong fascination with all creatures great and small.
Entertainment
Isiah Whitlock Jr., actor known for his roles in "The Wire" and "Veep," dies at 71
Isiah Whitlock Jr. is perhaps best known for his role as state Sen. R. Clayton "Clay" Davis on HBO's "The Wire."
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."