Meet a voracious four-year-old reader
Young Daliyah Arana has already read more than one thousand books
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4-year-old reads 1,000+ books
It's not hard for Daliyah Arana to find the appetite to read. At only 4 years old, the small-town Georgia girl has read more than 1,000 books. DeMarco Morgan reports from Gainesville, Georgia.
William Peter Blatty, "Exorcist" author, is dead at 89
Novelist and filmmaker William Peter Blatty, who gave millions the fright of their lives with "The Exorcist," has died
Bret Baier on new book
In his latest book, "Three Days in January: Dwight Eisenhower's Final Mission," Fox News Channel anchor Bret Baier writes about the time between President Eisenhower's famous farewell address and John F. Kennedy being sworn in as the 35th president of the United States. Baier joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the parallels between then and now, with the transition of power from President Obama to President-elect Donald Trump.
Atlas Obscura
A popular website and now a bestselling book, Atlas Obscura is a guide to many of the world's most unusual places. Serena Altschul discusses some of the awe-inspiring destinations with two of the guide's creators, Josh Foer and Dylan Thuras.
Independent bookstore boom
Retailers across the country are adding up their holiday receipts. Among businesses that were expecting an increase in sales in 2016 were mom-and-pop bookstores. Tony Dokoupil has more on this surprising retail plot twist.
The Dalai Lama on seeking joy
Looking beyond religion and national boundaries, the spiritual leader says seeking commonality - with as little as a smile - can solve the world’s divisions
The alchemy of author Paulo Coelho
The bestselling Brazilian writer’s latest novel, “The Spy,” is inspired by the life Mata Hari
Paulo Coelho on Hemingway
In this web exclusive, the bestselling author of "The Alchemist" talks to correspondent Rita Braver about how he was inspired by Ernest Hemingway's "The Old Man and the Sea," and what he hopes readers take away from his own books.
Paulo Coelho on the Internet
The Brazilian-born author of such bestsellers as "The Alchemist" has more Facebook followers than any other writer (more than 28 million), so he has a special affinity for the Internet. But what about books? In this web exclusive, Paulo Coelho explains to correspondent Rita Braver why he rid his home of thousands of books.
Paulo Coelho
Study the fine print of any book by Brazilian author Paulo Coelho and you'll find all the signs of a master at work. His latest novel, "The Spy," is based on the life of Mata Hari, the Dutch-born exotic dancer who in 1917 was accused of spying for Germany and executed. Rita Braver has more.
Book excerpt: Robbie Robertson on the "Last Waltz" concert
In his new memoir, "Testimony," the songwriter recalls preparations for The Band's 1976 farewell concert, immortalized in a documentary by Martin Scorsese
Book excerpt: "The Spy" by Paulo Coelho
Read a sample chapter from the Brazilian author’s latest novel, inspired by the life of World War I spy Mata Hari
James Patterson gives bonuses to bookstore employees
Bookstore employees from Los Angeles to Austin, Texas, will have some extra holiday spending money thanks to best-selling author James Patterson
Michael Lewis interview
Best-selling author Michael Lewis' new book, "The Undoing Project," explores the research of two psychologists who found that people's instincts often lead to mistakes. Lewis joins CBSN to explain the inspiration behind the book, which was many years in the making.
Michael Lewis on new book
Michael Lewis has sold more than nine million copies of his books in the United States alone. Three of them became successful movies, including "The Blind Side," "Moneyball" and "The Big Short." Lewis joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss his latest book, "The Undoing Project: A Friendship That Changed Our Minds," which follows the intense collaboration between two Israeli psychologists.
Michael Lewis and “The Undoing Project”: Why gut instincts are often wrong
The bestselling author’s new book examines two esteemed psychologists’ studies of why human judgment is often fatally flawed
Remembering Pearl Harbor, 75 years later
On December 7, 1941, war came to a remote Pacific outpost, and forced an isolationist nation to rise as a global superpower
Banning books?
A Virginia school banned "To Kill a Mockingbird" and "The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn" after a parent filed a complaint over racial slurs in the books. Brian Hill of our Virginia affiliate WTKR has more on their decision and the community's reaction.
Bad Sex in Fiction award goes to Italian novelist
The prize is awarded by the Literary Review magazine to spotlight t “poorly written, perfunctory or redundant” sex writing
New novel coming from “Girl on the Train” author
The British author of “The Girl on the Train” will next tell a tale of murder in a riverside town
Neil deGrasse Tyson on new book, potential for catastrophic asteroid strike
"Welcome to the Universe: An Astrophysical Tour" takes readers a "mile deep" into what astrophysicists know about the universe
Jon Stewart on "The Daily Show"
An oral history documenting Jon Stewart's nearly-17 years as "The Daily Show" host is out today. "The Daily Show: The Book," written by Chris Smith, highlights the satirical political show's rise with Stewart at the helm. In an interview with Charlie Rose, Stewart and Smith talk about the evolution of the show.
"The Jemima Code": A history of African-American cooking
Author Toni Tipton-Martin explores the stories and recipes of African-Americans’ contributions to the American table
Colson Whitehead, John Lewis win National Book Awards
Colson Whitehead’s “The Underground Railroad” won the National Book Award for fiction
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.