James Patterson, Bill O'Reilly team up on children's book promoting civility
Bestselling authors discuss the message behind their children's book and O'Reilly explains why he's not interested in reading Megyn Kelly's memoir
Books
"Give Please a Chance"
Best-selling author James Patterson is famous for his thrillers, while Fox News host Bill O'Reilly is known for his historical "Killing" series. Now the two are teaming up to release a new children's book, "Give Please a Chance," celebrating the power and influence of the world "please." Patterson and O'Reilly join "CBS This Morning" to discuss their collaboration.
How a punch in the face sparked Shep Gordon's incredible Hollywood career
Legendary celebrity manager represented some of the biggest stars -- from rock stars and Oscar-winning actors to celebrity chefs -- as revealed in his new memoir
Excerpt: Trevor Noah’s “Born a Crime”
The “Daily Show” host’s memoir recounts horrifying events of a childhood raised under South Africa’s apartheid system, a “perfect racism”
Trump book sales soar after election victory
The impending presidency of Donald Trump is already helping his books sell
Tommy Hilfiger's career
In the world of American fashion, there are names that stand out as icons, like Tommy Hilfiger, who took the world by storm more than 30 years ago. He is out with a new memoir called "American Dreamer," where he reveals how he helped his brand grow to more than $6.5 billion in global sales. Gayle King visited him in his Connecticut home.
“Diary of a Wimpy Kid”: The anti-Harry Potter
Unveiling 11th book in popular children’s series, author Jeff Kinney says his middle-school protagonist is “a twisted, tortured version” of himself
"Diary of a Wimpy Kid" author
Jeff Kinney, best-selling author and illustrator of the "Diary of a Wimpy Kid" children's books, has sold more than 180 million print copies worldwide. Kinney joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss his unusual path to success and 11th book, "Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Double Down."
Adult coloring books
While some publishers may be concerned about book sales, there's one category that is flying off the shelves: coloring books for grown-ups. Rita Braver reports on the adult coloring craze, with visits to bestselling artist Steve McDonald ("Fantastic Cities"), and art therapist and author Lacy Mucklow ("Color Me Happy").
Color me impressed
As stress-relievers or simply works of do-it-yourself art, coloring books for grown-ups are the latest boom in publishing
Adult coloring book fad
It’s a craze that’s sweeping the whole world
David Hockney's famous paintings reincarnated in giant new book
Renowned British painter's "A Bigger Book," which documents 64 years of his artwork and weighs about 70 pounds, could be the biggest thing in the art world this year
Toni Morrison gets lifetime achievement Bellow Award
Toni Morrison has received a lifetime achievement award from the PEN American Center
The "perfect storm for corruption" that inspired John Grisham's new novel
The bestselling author discusses the inspiration behind his latest book, "The Whistler," and why it's a bit different from his other thrillers
Shakespeare co-credit
Oxford University Press announced its new edition of Shakespeare's complete works will name Christopher Marlowe as a co-author. CBSN's Elaine Quijano has more on why this happened.
John Grisham's latest thriller
Author John Grisham has had 28 consecutive #1 New York Times fiction bestsellers, since "The Pelican Brief" in 1992. Now he's back with his latest novel, "The Whistler." The former attorney talks with correspondent Anthony Mason about how he happily dropped his law career, though he never really left the law far behind.
John Grisham, looking for a place to hide
The bestselling author, back with a new thriller, “The Whistler,” doesn’t miss practicing law beyond the printed page, and relishes being out of the limelight
Excerpt: John Grisham’s “The Whistler”
Read a sample chapter from the New York Times bestselling author's latest thriller
Drybar founder on new book
Drybar, the largest hair blow-dry chain in the nation, opened their first location in 2010. The company has now expanded to 66 salons in 16 states. Drybar founder Alli Webb joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss her new book, "The Drybar Guide to Good Hair for All," and how her business is growing.
Dylan book sales soar after Nobel announcement
He won his Nobel for writing songs, but Bob Dylan’s unexpected honor also is providing a boost for his books
Carole Bayer Sager on creating the hit theme from “Arthur”
In this excerpt from her new memoir, “They’re Playing Our Song,” the lyricist describes what went into conjuring an Oscar-winning tune
The lyrics that helped Bob Dylan win the Nobel Prize
The singer-songwriter was awarded the Nobel Prize in literature Thursday
Dylan wins Nobel Prize
Singer, songwriter and author Bob Dylan, 75, became the first songwriter to win the Nobel Literature Prize Thursday. The academy called Dylan's songs, "poetry to the ears." CBS News' Tina Kraus has more.
Bob Dylan wins 2016 Nobel Prize in literature
Stunning announcement marks the first time someone primarily seen as a musician has won the prestigious award
Bryan Cranston gets transparent in new memoir, "A Life in Parts"
The Emmy Award-winning actor is showing his personal side in his new book
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.