"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
Books
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
Pharrell Williams has deal for "Happy" picture book
The Grammy winner has inked a publishing deal for for four children's books, starting with one inspired by his hit song
Entertainment
Entertainment
Rosé talks rise in music industry and doubts
K-pop star Rosé is up for three Grammy nominations, including Record and Song of the Year. She spoke with "CBS Mornings" about her rise to fame and the doubts she still has at times.
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.