John Grisham on new heist novel and tips for writing
Bestselling author's new novel is about a heist of the original manuscripts of F. Scott Fitzgerald's novels
Books
Milo Yiannopoulos will self-publish book "Dangerous"
Milo Yiannopoulos isn't slowing down, even after losing his book deal
John Grisham on "Camino Island"
John Grisham has sold more than 300 million copies of his books and has had 29 consecutive No. 1 books on the New York Times fiction bestsellers list. His work has been translated into nearly 50 languages. Grisham joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss his latest novel, "Camino Island," which is about a heist of the original manuscripts of F. Scott Fitzgerald's novels and the efforts to retrieve them.
Almanac: Ian Fleming
On May 28, 1908, the creator of James Bond, Agent 007, was born in London
Book excerpt: "I Can't Make This Up" by Kevin Hart
Life lessons from the comedian's new book, which is both memoir and self-help guide - no joke!
Scott Turow talks "Testimony"
Author Scott Turow's best-selling books have been translated into more than 40 different languages and have sold more than 30 million copies worldwide. Now he's out with his first new book in four years. Turow joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss "Testimony," which is about a prosecutor who moves abroad to investigate a refugee camp's disappearance during the Bosnian War.
Chuck Klosterman talks new book
Chuck Klosterman is a best-selling author of eight non-fiction books and two novels. His latest work, "Chuck Klosterman X: A Highly Specific, Defiantly Incomplete History of the Early 21st Century" is a collection of columns and articles published over the past decade. He joins "CBS This Morning: Saturday" to discuss how he attempts to capture pop culture through his new book.
20 years of "Tuesdays with Morrie"
The best-selling book "Tuesdays with Morrie" has inspired fans since its release 20 years ago. The book details soul-searching conversations between sports writer Mitch Albom and his dying former college professor, Morrie Schwartz. Albom joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss Morrie's lasting message, his orphanage in Haiti and the recent death of an orphan who they cared for like a daughter.
Author James Patterson and son talk new book
The children's book features humorous illustrations depicting penguins in everyday human situations along with silly captions
James Patterson to pen new thriller with co-author President Bill Clinton
The novel, "The President is Missing" is set to be released in June of 2018, and Clinton plans to go on tour with Patterson when it's released
Author James Patterson and son
Award-winning mystery writer and children's author James Patterson has sold hundreds of millions of books worldwide. He and his son, Jack, join "CBS This Morning" to discuss their new children's book, "Penguins of America." Patterson also discusses his latest project with former President Bill Clinton, which will give readers an inside look at what it is like to be president.
Online book club for Harry Potter fans launching
J.K. Rowling is launching a free online book club for fans and newcomers to her bestselling series
Book excerpt: Neil deGrasse Tyson's "Astrophysics for People in a Hurry"
Gain a more cosmic perspective with excerpts from the acclaimed astrophysicist and best-selling author's latest book
James Patterson plans on book about Aaron Hernandez
Author James Patterson is writing a true crime book about the former NFL player
S.E. Hinton’s "The Outsiders," a teen classic, turns 50
A pioneer in the young adult fiction category, the beloved novel of adolescent angst became a film boasting a cast of rising stars
Sheryl Sandberg on living “Option B”
In her new book the Facebook exec writes about overcoming grief from her husband’s death and the pitfalls to coping with tragedy
Book excerpt: Sheila Nevins' "You Don’t Look Your Age"
In her collection of essays the award-winning HBO documentary producer reflects on an unfinished life with a refusal to sugar-coat the effects of aging (with audio)
Book excerpt: On the Chicago Cubs’ history of curses
In “My Cubs,” NPR’s Scott Simon writes of the power of stories which have fostered the legend of baseball’s perennial losers
Syrian refugee girl Bana Alabed announces book deal
Bana Alabed, the 7-year-old Syrian refugee girl who made her name on Twitter as the “voice of Aleppo,” announced that she is writing a memoir called “Dear World”
Colson Whitehead’s “Underground Railroad” wins Pulitzer
Colson Whitehead’s celebrated novel about an escaped slave has won the Pulitzer Prize for fiction
Toni Morrison honored by Academy of Arts
Nobel literature laureate Toni Morrison is collecting another prestigious prize
Traveling school librarian
Fifty-one percent of kids say they get their best book suggestions from school librarians and teachers. But more and more schools do not have the resources to pay for a full-time librarian. Dean Reynolds met up with an educator who is crossing the country to share his love of literature with as many kids as possible.
Author Mary Higgins Clark
Mary Higgins Clark was no overnight success; the writer was 43 when she had her first hit, the 1975 novel "Where Are the Children?" Since then the New York Times bestselling author has written more than 50 books, from mysteries and historical novels to short stories, children books and a memoir. The "Queen of Suspense" talks with Erin Moriarty about her career, and how she never takes her readers for granted.
Mary Higgins Clark, a sweet dispenser of death and mayhem
The sweet, church-going grandmother has a very dark side: At least 52 people have died at her hands, as depicted in her dozens of bestselling mystery novels
8-year-old writer
An 8-year old in Alabama thought she knew so much about caring for her littler brothers, she could write a book about it. So Nia Mya Reese did, and it's flying off the shelves. Michelle Miller has more.
Entertainment
Entertainment
"Jimmy Kimmel Live!" returning
Jimmy Kimmel is returning to his late-night show on Tuesday, Disney announced. Kimmel's show was pre-empted after comments he made in response to the shooting death of Charlie Kirk. CBS News' Jonathan Vigliotti reports.
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.