Book excerpt: "The Cave Dwellers" by Christina McDowell
In her first novel, the author of the acclaimed memoir "After Perfect" writes a wicked satire of a Washington elite whose bloodlines and exclusive status can't protect them from murder.
Books
Book excerpt: "The Other Black Girl" by Zakiya Dalila Harris
In this witty and insightful workplace thriller, a young Black woman toiling at a prestigious publishing company discovers she has a rival.
Nicola Yoon discusses her new novel, career
Nicole Yoon burst onto the literary scene in 2015 with "Everything, Everything," a book that has now sold more than 2 million copies. She followed that a year later with "The Sun is Also a Star," and both novels have been turned into successful films. Now the author is back with "Instructions For Dancing," a book about a young girl who can see into the future as she grows up in Los Angeles.
Author Sam Apple on his new book
During World War II, Nazi Germany made enemies of Europe and much of the world. But the regime had another, lesser-known foe: the rising threat from a deadly disease. Dana Jacobson traveled to Philadelphia to speak with author Sam Apple, who uncovered a fascinating connection between the Nazis, a Jewish scientist and a breakthrough in cancer research that’s still being studied today.
Elin Hilderbrand on new novel "Golden Girl"
Author Elin Hilderbrand shares the personal events that inspired her new novel, "Golden Girl." The best-selling author joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss her book and how love transcends tragedy.
Children's book tackles 1921 Tulsa massacre
A new book is teaching children about the 1921 Tulsa race massacre, which killed as many as 300 people. Tamecca Rogers, the co-author of "A Promise Deferred: The Massacre of Black Wall Street," joined CBSN's Tanya Rivero with why she wrote this book for kids.
Cuomo set to receive $5.1 million for COVID-19 book
Cuomo's book, "American Crisis: Leadership Lessons from the COVID-19 Pandemic," was announced in August 2020 after he became a national figure.
Book excerpt: "Brat: An '80s Story" by Andrew McCarthy
In his new memoir the actor-director tries to make sense of his early fame as a member of the "Brat Pack."
Andrew McCarthy: No longer running from his youth
The actor who found fame as a member of the "Brat Pack" discusses his new memoir, "Brat"; his ambivalence towards his '80s popularity; and finding comfort as a director confronting the anxiety of actors.
The Book Report: Reviews from Washington Post critic Ron Charles (May 9)
Recommendations of new fiction, non-fiction and audio titles.
Book excerpt: "Great Circle" by Maggie Shipstead
The New York Times bestselling author of "Seating Arrangements" returns with a novel of two interlacing stories featuring a legendary female pilot in the early 20th century, and the actress portraying her in a movie many years later.
Book excerpt: "Gold Diggers" by Sanjena Sathian
In this satirical novel the children of Indian immigrants are determined to succeed in America while honoring their parents' culture.
Book excerpt: Richard Wright's "The Man Who Lived Underground"
The full text of the celebrated writer's tale of a Black man fleeing police custody is being published for the first time.
Emmanuel Acho wants to help kids have a "true dialogue" on race
"You have to understand the interpretations of history, as we grew up, may be from only one vantage point," the former NFL star and author said.
Meghan writes children's book inspired by Harry and Archie
The story of the father-son duo will be told "through a mother's eyes."
Book excerpt: "Susan, Linda, Nina & Cokie"
Lisa Napoli's history of National Public Radio tells the stories of four trailblazing journalists who brought unique perspectives to the microphone, as they fought sexism in politics and on the air.
Book excerpt: "Madoff Talks" by Jim Campbell
The journalist's new book features exclusive interviews with the disgraced investor who built a Ponzi scheme that grew into the largest financial fraud in Wall Street history.
George W. Bush calls not passing immigration reform one of his biggest regrets
Preview: In an interview for "CBS Sunday Morning," the former president talks politics, painting and his new book, "Out of Many, One: Portraits of America's Immigrants."
John Boehner on how the rise of ideologues harms America
In a scorching new memoir, "On the House," the former House Speaker writes that "political terrorists" playing to the party base are hurting the country, and threaten the GOP's survival.
The devotion of Nancy Reagan
In her biography of the first lady, "The Triumph of Nancy Reagan," Washington Post columnist Karen Tumulty examines the complicated persona of the woman who had the most significant influence on President Ronald Reagan.
Reappraising Ernest Hemingway
To many, the celebrated author of such classics as "The Sun Also Rises" and "The Old Man and the Sea" was the very definition of toxic masculinity. But a new PBS documentary finds the writer's literary image, personality and sexuality are not so cut-and-dried.
Book excerpt: "The Triumph of Nancy Reagan" by Karen Tumulty
The Washington Post columnist's new biography explores the first lady's skills at protecting her husband from perceived threats, underscoring her little-appreciated political savviness in aid of the Reagan presidency.
Book excerpt: "High Conflict," when life becomes "us vs. them"
Bestselling author Amanda Ripley's new book looks at how tribalism forces people into narrow categories, breeding conflict that makes divisions even harder to overcome.
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."
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.
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."