Milo Yiannopoulos will self-publish book "Dangerous"
Milo Yiannopoulos isn't slowing down, even after losing his book deal
Books
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.
Boris Johnson’s dad releasing a Brexit-themed thriller
British author Stanley Johnson found gallons of real-life fuel for his forthcoming novel, "Kompromat"
Entertainment
France defends granting George Clooney and his family French citizenship
George Clooney and his wife, Amal Clooney, were granted French citizenship because "they contribute, through their distinguished actions, to France's international influence and cultural outreach," the French government said.
Notable works entering the public domain in 2026
Here are the significant books, films and characters joining the list of works in the public domain on Jan. 1, 2026.
Noah Wyle on authenticity of "The Pitt"
The hit series "The Pitt" has earned praise for its realistic look at the pressures facing health care workers. Chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook spoke to the star of the show, Noah Wyle, for "CBS Sunday Morning." Wyle talked about how the cast prepared for their roles beyond learning their lines before shooting the series even began.
Here's who's performing on New Year's Eve to ring in 2026
Here's what to know about the lineup of performances scheduled for New Year's Eve, as crowds gather in Times Square to ring in 2026.
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.