J.M. Coetzee, Elizabeth Strout among Man Booker Prize contenders
Read excerpts from the longlist for one of the world's most prestigious awards for fiction
Books
"Left Behind" series author Tim LaHaye dead at 90
The author of the best-selling "Left Behind" novels about the return of Jesus and the rapture has died
Buzz Aldrin's new book
It's been nearly 50 years since Buzz Aldrin's boots hit the ground on the moon. But this American hero still has his sights set on space. He talks about his storied past and vision for the future in his new book, "No Dream Is Too High: Life Lessons From a Man Who Walked on the Moon." Meg Oliver reports.
Dogs help kids read
A Texas elementary school uses dogs to help students with their summer reading assignments.
Book machine popular in France
Don't have time to read any more? Residents in a town in southern France don't have that problem. Thanks to the startup website short-editions-dot-com 10,000 short story authors have been matched with a community of 150,000 regular readers with time to kill while waiting on line. David Turecamo explains an innovative technology.
Hilderbrand is the so-called "queen of the summer beach novel"
Elin Hilderbrand is the so-called "queen of the summer beach novel." She has written 17 of them, taking readers to the sandy shores of Nantucket. Hilderbrand joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss her latest novel, "Here's To Us," and the "gifts" of fighting cancer.
Mo Willems on the art that enlivens his best-selling children's books
"I want to make sure that every lead character that I create can be reasonably copied by a 5-year-old and it will look like that character," Willems says
If there’s an author and illustrator of children’s books working today who is worthy of Dr. Seuss’s mantle, he is Mo Willems
If there's an author and illustrator of children's books working today who is worthy of Dr. Seuss' mantle, he is Mo Willems. His best-selling adventures for young readers include "Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus!" and the "Elephant and Piggie" series. Now, the New York Historical Society has brought together original art, sketches and drawings from his most popular books. Vinita Nair reports.
When it comes to the art of storytelling, few do it better than Stephen King
When it comes to the art of storytelling, few do it better than Stephen King. His success began in 1974 with "Carrie." He has since written more than 50 books, selling more than 350 million copies. For over 40 years, filmmakers have turned to King's library for inspiration. King joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss "End of Watch," the final part of his bestselling Bill Hodges trilogy that started with "Mr. Mercedes," and why he is concerned about Donald Trump's candidacy for president.
Meltzer's novels have sold more than 11 million copies in the U.S. alone
Brad Meltzer is a TV host and best-selling author known for writing thrillers and mysteries. His novels have sold more than 11 million copies in the U.S. alone. Meltzer joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss his new book, "The House of Secrets," the story of a fictional TV host secretly working for the U.S. government, and a daughter's search to find the truth.
James Patterson's reading revolution
With his new series of short novels called Bookshots, the bestselling author in the world aims to transform the book business
Chef Eric Ripert on candid memoir, "32 Yolks"
He's a James Beard Award-winning chef and co-owner of Le Bernardin in New York City
Books under attack
One author on the American Library Association's list of Top Ten Most Challenged Books says the reason people fear new ideas is because they don't understand them
Diane Guerrero writes about family's deportation
The TV actress was only 14 when she was left completely alone after her parents were detained and deported
The trip back home to "Bettyville"
After George Hodgman returned to his hometown to aid his ailing mother, the bestselling memoirist became the "Mick Jagger of elder care"
A view from the streets of New York City (all of them)
Bill Helmreich has traversed 6,048 miles in all five boroughs on foot, as documented in his book, "The New York Nobody Knows"
The life and legacy of William Shakespeare was honored the world over yesterday on the 400th anniversary of his death. His timeless works are widely known, but there are still many mysteries connected to the historic playwright
The life and legacy of William Shakespeare was honored the world over yesterday on the 400th anniversary of his death. His timeless works are widely known, but there are still many mysteries connected to the historic playwright. Martha Teichner investigates the latest mystery involving the Bard - one 400 years in the making.
A 400-year-old Shakespearean mystery
Did the rare dictionary purchased on eBay for $4,300 actually belong to the Bard?
In this web exclusive, Michael Witmore and Heather Wolfe, of the Folger Shakespeare Library in Washington, D.C., explain to Martha Teichner how the Bard of Avon found and borrowed the language he made immortal
In this web exclusive, Michael Witmore and Heather Wolfe, of the Folger Shakespeare Library in Washington, D.C., explain to Martha Teichner how the Bard of Avon found and borrowed the language he made immortal.
Four hundred years after the passing of William Shakespeare, an organization is bringing the playwright's work all around the world
Four hundred years after the passing of William Shakespeare, an organization is bringing the playwright's work all around the world. Charlie D'Agata has their story.
Author Harlan Coben has written many New York Times bestsellers
Author Harlan Coben has written many New York Times bestsellers. In fact, his latest mystery, "Fool Me Once," is currently number one on the Times' fiction list. But until recently, he'd never written a children's book. That changed after he saw the remarkable work of a young artist named Leah Tinari. Anthony Mason reports.
“The Tumor,” explores the promise of modern healthcare and the tool that could change how we battle dozens of disease
John Grisham is famous for his legal thrillers, but his latest book, “The Tumor,” explores the promise of modern healthcare and the tool that could change how we battle dozens of disease. Grisham tells Chip Reid why he thinks the 47-page book is so important that he’s giving it away for free.
Teen entrepreneur encourages girls to follow their passion in new book
Sixteen-year-old Maya Penn's resume includes CEO of a clothing company, environmental activism, computer programming, and author of "You Got This!"
U.K. spies helped thwart "Harry Potter" piracy
This is how you know Britain considers "Harry Potter" a national treasure
5 things you need to know about "The Black Panther"
Here are five things you need to know about the comic's reboot
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.