New John Lewis graphic novel to be posthumously released
The new comic book by late civil rights icon Congressman John Lewis covers an "often overlooked chapter of civil rights history."
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Book by "Captain Underpants" author halted for racist imagery
"It was and is wrong and harmful to my Asian readers, friends, and family, and to all Asian people," author Dav Pillkey said.
L.A. and its 1970s cultural renaissance
At a critical time the worlds of movies, television and music were transformed by a creative explosion centered in Los Angeles, as explored in the new book, "Rock Me on the Water."
The Book Report: Reviews from Washington Post critic Ron Charles (March 28)
Recommendations of new fiction, non-fiction and poetry titles.
Book excerpt: "100 Poems to Break Your Heart"
Teacher and poet Edward Hirsch explores the ennobling powers of poetry in his compendium of masterful works from the past 200 years.
Book excerpt: "Good Company" by Cynthia D'Aprix Sweeney
A new novel about the profound joy – and heartache – of family and friends, from the author of the New York Times bestseller "The Nest."
Book excerpt: "How Beautiful We Were" by Imbolo Mbue
The winner of the PEN/Faulkner Prize for her first novel, "Behold the Dreamers" returns with a story of the struggles of African villagers against an American oil company.
Book excerpt: "Every Day Is a Gift" by Sen. Tammy Duckworth
The Illinois Democrat's new memoir tells of what inspired her in her journey from Iraq War veteran to U.S. Senator.
Book excerpt: How Los Angeles in 1974 ruled the pop culture universe
Ronald Brownstein's "Rock Me on the Water" explores how in the mid-1970s L.A. produced a sustained burst of innovation in the worlds of music, film and television.
Dr. Fauci to star in new children's book
The picture book follows the doctor through his Brooklyn childhood, medical school, and career working with seven U.S. presidents to tackle the nation's biggest public health crises.
Prince Harry pens emotional message to bereaved children in new book
"When I was a young boy I lost my mum. At the time I didn't want to believe it or accept it, and it left a huge hole inside me," Prince Harry wrote. "I know how you feel."
Book excerpt: "American Baby," on the shadow history of adoption
Gabrielle Glaser writes a story familiar to millions of Americans – one of loss, love, and a search for identity – about a woman who lost her first born, and the child wondering where he had come from.
Book excerpt: "Lady Bird Johnson: Hiding in Plain Sight"
Author Julia Sweig recounts the life of the former first lady and her surprisingly powerful role in LBJ's political career.
"Dear Bob": Bob Hope's correspondence with GIs at war
For decades the comedian was a true war hero to American military stationed overseas, entertaining troops with his USO Tour. A new book highlights his lesser-known role as a correspondent, answering some of the thousands of letters he received from service members.
Book excerpt: Walter Isaacson's "The Code Breaker"
The latest book from the bestselling biographer of geniuses from da Vinci and Franklin to Einstein and Jobs tells the story of Jennifer Doudna and the creation (and moral questioning) of the gene-editing technology CRISPR.
Children's author Bettinita Harris on empowering Black girls
"What I am trying to do with the book is to tell young Black girls that they are enough. ... They don't have to be like anyone else."
6 Dr. Seuss books will stop being published due to racist images
Dr. Seuss — who was born Theodor Seuss Geisel on March 2, 1904 — is No. 2 on Forbes' list of highest-paid dead celebrities of 2020.
The Book Report: Reviews from Washington Post critic Ron Charles (February 28)
Recommendations of new fiction and non-fiction titles.
Book excerpt: "Klara and the Sun" by Kazuo Ishiguro
The latest novel by the Nobel Prize-winning author of "Never Let Me Go" is a science-fiction story of artificial intelligence, manufactured companions, and the meaning of love.
Book excerpt: "Under a White Sky" by Elizabeth Kolbert
The New Yorker magazine writer examines the seemingly futile efforts we human beings must engage in to address our species' depredation of the planet.
Book excerpt: "Fake Accounts" by Lauren Oyler
A woman discovers her boyfriend's online persona of anonymous conspiracy theorist, and responds by creating fake online identities of her own in this acclaimed comic novel.
Book excerpt: "The Committed" by Viet Thanh Nguyen
This sequel to the author's Pulitzer Prize-winning novel "The Sympathizer" follows his communist spy protagonist as he arrives in 1980s Paris to take up a new persona: drug dealer.
Jenny Han on romance and representation
Han spoke with CBS News before the Netflix premiere of "To All The Boys: Always and Forever."
Book excerpt: "Between Two Kingdoms" by Suleika Jaouad
The New York Times columnist's memoir recounts her years-long chemotherapy, and the 15,000-mile road trip she took to meet some of the people who'd shared their stories with her.
The improbable life of Mike Nichols
The director and comedian who arrived in the U.S. as a child refugee from Nazi Germany became a Tony- and Oscar-winning master of both stage and screen, mining real life for comedic and dramatic gold.
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Extended interview: Doja Cat
In this web exclusive, the rapper and singer known as Doja Cat talks with Michelle Miller about her new album "Vie" (to be released Sept. 26). She also discusses her social media presence and admits she is "a bit of an oversharer."
Doja Cat: "I'm very proud of the music I'm making now"
The 29-year-old Grammy-winner known as Doja Cat is once again mixing up her look and her sound. She talks with Michelle Miller about her new album, "Vie" (to be released Sept. 26); how she was inspired to create music while growing up in an ashram; and how this "rapper that makes pop music" doesn't cut herself a break.
Priscilla Presley writes about her life after Elvis in "Softly, as I Leave You"
In her new book, Priscilla Presley writes what she calls her final telling of what it was like to be a queen to the King, and what came after.
Extended interview: Priscilla Presley
In this web exclusive, Priscilla Presley talks with Lee Cowan about writing her memoir, "Softly, as I Leave You: Life After Elvis," in which she recounts her life following her divorce from Elvis Presley.
Priscilla Presley writes about her life after Elvis
In her new book, "Softly, as I Leave You: Life After Elvis," Priscilla Presley writes what she calls her final telling of what it was like to be a queen to the King, and what came after. She talks with Lee Cowan about why she and Elvis Presley divorced when she was 28 years old. She also discusses acting in "Dallas" and "The Naked Gun" films, and losing Lisa Marie Presley, the only child she had with Elvis.
Passage: In memoriam
"Sunday Morning" remembers some of the notable figures who left us this week, including musician and songwriter Sonny Curtis.
Robert Redford: An appreciation
Lee Cowan looks back on the actor, director, independent film advocate and environmental activist, who died this past week at age 89. [Watch our interviews with Redford from 1994, 2006 and 2018.]
Robert Redford: An appreciation
Lee Cowan looks back on the actor, director, independent film advocate and environmental activist, who died this past week at age 89.
Dwayne Johnson on tackling a dramatic role in "The Smashing Machine"
The action movie star, who tapped into some childhood trauma to play mixed martial arts fighter Mark Kerr in his new film, reveals that he told costar Emily Blunt and director Benny Safdie he was scared to take on the dramatic role.
Extended interview: Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson
In this web exclusive, the actor and former wrestler talks with Tracy Smith about his new film, "The Smashing Machine."
Dwayne Johnson on "The Smashing Machine"
Action movie star Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson says he tapped into some childhood trauma to play mixed martial arts & UFC fighter Mark Kerr in the new film "The Smashing Machine." He reveals to Tracy Smith that he told costar Emily Blunt and director Benny Safdie he was scared to take on the role, and talks about where he finds peace nowadays: his own fishing hole.
From the archives: Sonny Curtis – from Buddy Holly to Mary Tyler Moore
Musician and songwriter Sonny Curtis, who was an early bandmate of Buddy Holly, and who penned "Love Is All Around" (the theme song of "The Mary Tyler Moore Show"), died on Sept. 19, 2025 at age 88. In this Jan. 9, 2022 "Sunday Morning" profile, Mo Rocca talked with Curtis about a career during which he truly made it after all.
Sonny Curtis, who wrote "Mary Tyler Moore Show" theme, dies at 88
Sonny Curtis died Friday, his wife of more than a half-century, Louise Curtis, confirmed to The Associated Press.
Book excerpt: "Softly, as I Leave You: Life After Elvis" by Priscilla Beaulieu Presley
In her new memoir, the widow of Elvis Presley writes of what she lost when she divorced the King, and how she found herself – as a single mother, businesswoman and actress.
Maren Morris performs "Running"
Maren Morris released her first self-written album when she was 15 years old, but her big break came when "My Church" topped charts and won her a Grammy. Last month, Morris released the deluxe version of her new album "Dreamsicle." Here's Maren Morris performing "Running."