Book excerpt: "Deadfall" by Linda Fairstein
The latest volume in the crime series featuring New York City prosecutor Alexandra Cooper
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Book excerpt: Al Gore's "An Inconvenient Sequel: Truth to Power"
The former Vice President writes on promising technologies that will help the world phase out fossil fuels, and says the will to change social behaviors (such as relying on polluting energy sources) is itself a renewable resource
Gayle King interviews author
Imbolo Mbue's novel "Behold the Dreamers" has been receiving high praise. Recently, Oprah selected it for her book club. "CBS This Morning" co-host Gayle King sat down with Mbue on Facebook Live.
What are millennials reading? Chat fiction
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Oprah on "Behold the Dreamers" book
In June Oprah Winfrey announced on "CBS This Morning" that "Behold the Dreamers" would be her next book club selection. Now we're learning more about why Winfrey chose Imbolo Mbue's book and how the work resonated with her.
Revival of James Baldwin's work
James Baldwin is widely considered to be one of the most influential writers and social critics of the 20th century. This year marks the 30th anniversary of his death. There has been a recent revival of interest in Baldwin's work, in part because of the Oscar-nominated film "I Am Not Your Negro." Now, the public can view a rare collection of Baldwin's work at the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture in New York City, and a collector's edition of Baldwin's "The Fire Next Time" is also being released Monday featuring photos by Steve Schapiro.
Louise Penny: How writing became her solace
The author's fictional Quebec town of Three Pines, the setting of her bestselling murder mysteries, is a safe harbor for her and her fans
Mystery author Louise Penny
Louise Penny's immersive murder mysteries, set in her home province of Quebec, have drawn a large and loyal fan base. But writing came as a second career for the New York Times bestselling author, a former broadcaster who faced a debilitating struggle with alcoholism before taking up writing fiction. Martha Teichner visits Penny in the small town of Knowlton, which could be a stand-in for her fictional town of Three Pines, where too often there is murder afoot.
Louise Penny on Armand Gamache
In this web extra, New York Times bestselling author Louise Penny explains to correspondent Martha Teichner the qualities that went into her development of the character of Chief Inspector Armand Gamache, the central figure in her successful series of murder mysteries which began with her 2005 novel "Still Life."
Milo Yiannopoulos invites fans to press conference, rally in NYC
Outspoken media personality invited supporters to meet at Simon & Schuster building Friday; he's expected to detail lawsuit against publisher
"How to Fall in Love with Anyone"
Writer Mandy Len Catron's Modern Love article, "To Fall in Love with Anyone, Do This," is one of New York Times' most-read essays. She asked an acquaintance 36 personal questions and stared into his eyes for four minutes. The acquaintance became her boyfriend. Catron joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss her first book, "How to Fall in Love with Anyone," which explores the psychology of relationships and the myths we create about romance.
Extended book panel
Face The Nation's John Dickerson sits down with Lynne Olson, Sally Freeman, Peter Baker and John Farrell to discuss their latest books.
Herman Wouk: Remembrances
At 102, the author of such classic World War II novels as "The Caine Mutiny," "The Winds of War" and "War and Remembrance" continues to draw literature from a remarkable life
Elin Hilderbrand on "The Identicals"
New York Times best-selling author Elin Hilderbrand has been called the "Queen of the Summer Beach Novel." Her new book, "The Identicals," debuted at No. 2 on the New York Times Best Sellers list. Hilderbrand joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the story of estranged identical twins raised separately after their parents' divorce.
Michael Bond dies at 91
Beloved children's author Michael Bond -- creator of the iconic Paddington Bear -- has died at age 91
Michael Bond, author of Paddington books, dies at 91
Creator of one of the world's most beloved fictional bears has died at 91
Harry Potter turns 20
Twenty years ago Monday, Harry Potter was born. The author, J.K Rowling, lived in poverty, with a pile of rejections. But success struck like a firebolt when she scored a $2,000 publishing deal for 1,000 copies of "Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone." Anthony Mason has more.
Harry Potter turns 20
June 26, 2017 marks the 20th anniversary of the day that J.K. Rowling's first "Harry Potter" book, "Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone", was published.
"Harry Potter" turns 20
Twenty years ago today, the first book in the Harry Potter series was published
Excerpt: "Defining Moments in Black History: Reading Between the Lies" by Dick Gregory
The comedian-activist's new book on little-known aspects of African American history recounts a surprising conversation he had with civil rights icon Rosa Parks
Book excerpt: "But Seriously" by John McEnroe
The former tennis champion's new book includes some of his most brazen moments, including his 1984 French Open match against Ivan Lendl, which may have been lost on the sidelines
Tracy K. Smith, Pulitzer Prize winner, named poet laureate
The poet won a Pultizer for her poetry collection "Life on Mars" and was a National Book Award finalist for nonfiction three years later for her memoir "Ordinary Light"
"Hamilton" star Leslie Odom Jr. signs book deal
Former "Hamilton" actor Leslie Odom Jr. is working on his first book, one he hopes will inspire young people
The "Dork Diaries" series is a family affair
Rachel Renée Russell is the author of the hit graphic novels along with her daughters, Erin and Nikki, who help write and illustrate
Family behind "Dork Diaries" books
Rachel Renée Russell is the author of the hit graphic novels, "Dork Diaries," which follows the life of an awkward teenage girl. Her daughters, Erin and Nikki, inspired the novels and contribute by co-writing and illustrating. The team has a new book for their "Max Crumbly" series called "The Misadventures of Max Crumbly: Middle School Mayhem" about a gawky teenage boy with superhero ambitions. They join "CBS This Morning" to discuss what it's like to work together and be a family.
Entertainment
Sean "Diddy" Combs has served enough time in prison, defense tells judge
Combs faces an Oct. 3 sentencing after his conviction by a Manhattan jury on two charges that outlaw interstate commerce related to prostitution.
Jimmy Kimmel to return: What to know
ABC announced Monday that "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" would return Tuesday. The show was pulled last week following comments from Kimmel about the death of Charlie Kirk. Jonathan Vigliotti has more.
"Jimmy Kimmel Live!" will return to air Tuesday, Disney says
"Jimmy Kimmel Live!" had been preempted on Wednesday following comments Kimmel made on the show in response to the shooting death of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.
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.