German Nobel laureate Guenter Grass dies at age 87
Writer famed for "The Tin Drum" gave voice to a generation that suffered from rise of Nazism and nation's post-war guilt
Books
"Empire" star Taraji P. Henson working on memoir
The Oscar-nominated actress, who stars as Cookie Lyon in the Fox series "Empire," has a deal with the Simon & Schuster
Her latest book is about a working mother and wife whose world falls apart after she gets hooked on prescription drugs
Jennifer Weiner's novels are regulars on the New York Time's best seller list. Her latest book is about a working mother and wife whose world falls apart after she gets hooked on prescription drugs. Jennifer Weiner joins "CBS This Morning" to tell us more about her latest book.
Excerpt: "A Fine Romance" by Candice Bergen
In her latest memoir the actress writes about the birth of her daughter, Chloe, which perhaps set a record for epidurals
George R.R. Martin releases chapter from next book
The "Game of Thrones" scribe previewed the "Song of Ice and Fire" saga's sixth installment with an excerpt narrated by Sansa Stark
Patricia Arquette writing a memoir
Academy Award winner and "CSI: Cyber" star inked a deal with Random House
Brian Grazer's "Curious Mind"
The Oscar-winning producer has compiled his conversations with noted scientists, entrepreneurs, politicians and artists about the nature of curiosity
The films he's made have won Oscars, dazzled audiences, and earned more than $13 billion, but he's not just a Hollywood producer
The films he's made have won Oscars, dazzled audiences, and earned more than $13 billion, but he's not just a Hollywood producer. For 30 years Brian Grazer has had "curiosity conversations" with scientists, artists and other noted achievers. His new book, "A Curious Mind," is about what he's learned from those talks. Contributor Scott Simon of NPR reports.
Excerpt: Jon Cryer's "So That Happened"
The actor recalls being showered with fake bird poop on his first feature film shoot - for Robert Altman, no less
Cover design unveiled for new Harper Lee novel
The artwork for the "To Kill a Mockingbird" scribe's new novel will likely remind you of the cover for her old one
J.K. Rowling responds to fan critical of gay Dumbledore
A "Harry Potter" fan asked the author why the Hogwarts headmaster is gay, and she fired back the perfect response
A new biography on Apple's founder and lifeblood, Steve Jobs, is on the shelves and Apple has already given it its stamp of approval
A new biography on Apple's founder and lifeblood, Steve Jobs, is on the shelves and Apple has already given it its stamp of approval. The author was granted permission to interview four Apple executives, including CEO Tim Cook. Insiders believe Apple's support is part of a calculated effort to reshape Jobs' image as a kinder spirit rather than difficult and demanding. CBSN's Elaine Quijano and Gideon Yago report on the details.
George R.R. Martin won't let pressure rush his writing
At the "Game of Thrones" season 5 premiere, the author of the novels that inspired the hit series says he's been feeling the heat to finish book 6
Julie Andrews announces new memoir
The star of "Mary Poppins" and "The Sound of Music" will share stories of what happened behind the scenes of her biggest films
Huffington is the co-founder and editor-in-chief of The Huffington Post, which is celebrating its 10th anniversary, and also the author of 14 books
Huffington is the co-founder and editor-in-chief of The Huffington Post, which is celebrating its 10th anniversary, and also the author of 14 books. Huffington joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss what's upcoming for her site and her newest book, "Thrive: The Third Metric to Redefining Success and Creating a Life of Well-Being, Wisdom, and Wonder."
Fantasy author Terry Pratchett dies at 66
Pratchett, who suffered from a rare form of early onset Alzheimer's disease, was the creator of the "Discworld" series
Nearly one in five American adults lives with mental illness
Nearly one in five American adults lives with mental illness. It's an area of medicine that used to be overlooked, but that is changing. Dr. Jeffrey Lieberman, author of new book "Shrinks: The Untold Story of Psychiatry," joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the breakthroughs that could end the stigma of mental illness.
Chrissie Hynde memoir coming this fall
The Pretenders singer plans to publish "an incredibly frank" autobiography
"Divergent" author working on new book series
Veronica Roth fans can start the countdown: The author has a new two-book series in the works
Art and family history with Anne Sinclair
The ex-wife of Dominique Strauss-Kahn writes about her grandfather, a Jewish art dealer in Paris who became an exile during World War II
Book excerpt: "My Grandfather's Gallery"
Journalist Anne Sinclair writes about her family history, and of her grandfather, a Jewish art dealer in Paris forced into exile during World War II
Drew Barrymore publishing a book about her life
The actress has signed a deal for a book of autobiographical essays described as "humorous, emotional, and welcoming"
Adolf Hitler's autobiography, "Mein Kampf," will soon return to German bookstores. It's been banned since the end of World War II, but Bavaria owns the German copyright, which expires in December
Adolf Hitler's autobiography, "Mein Kampf," will soon return to German bookstores. It's been banned since the end of World War II, but Bavaria owns the German copyright, which expires in December. As CBSN's Elaine Quijano reports, the first new print will be out early in 2016, and it will be about 2,000 pages.
Maya Angelou, the iconic poet and author who died last year at 86, will be honored with a ”Forever” stamp by the U.S. Postal Service
Maya Angelou, the iconic poet and author who died last year at 86, will be honored with a ”Forever” stamp by the U.S. Postal Service.
Recently discovered Dr. Seuss book coming in July
"What Pet Should I Get" is based on materials found in 2013 in the author's home by his widow and secretary
Entertainment
Jimmy Kimmel delivers first monologue since show was taken off the air
Jimmy Kimmel returned to his late-night show just less than a week after network broadcaster ABC pulled "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" over remarks he made about the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.
Disney raising streaming prices for Disney+, Hulu and ESPN
Disney joins streaming rivals in hiking the monthly cost of both ad-free and ad-supported subscriptions.
Woman who tried to sell Elvis Presley's Graceland learns her fate
Lisa Jeanine Findley concocted a bizarre, brazen scheme to try and sell Elvis Presley's iconic home, prosecutors said.
Scarlett Johansson and June Squibb on pushing boundaries in "Eleanor the Great"
Scarlett Johansson and June Squibb join "CBS Mornings" to discuss "Eleanor the Great," which Johansson directs and Squibb stars in.
Scarlett Johansson on directorial debut
Scarlett Johansson joins "CBS Mornings" with June Squibb to discuss their new film, "Eleanor the Great," a moving story about family, grief and resilience. Johansson dedicates the project to her grandmother, while Squibb reflects on her decades-long career and thriving at 95.
"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.