The week's bestselling books, Feb. 16

The Southern California Independent Bookstore Bestsellers list for Sunday, Feb. 16, 2025, including hardcover and paperback fiction and nonfiction.

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Unconventional Valentine's Day books for couples and singles

Amazon Books editorial director Sarah Gelman joins "CBS Mornings" with some of her favorite unconventional Valentine's Day reads.
CBS News - 1h
Timothée Chalamet: Forever young in the record books?

The Bob Dylan actor could take the Oscar — and a milestone — from a close rival in this season's lead actor race.
Los Angeles Times - 6h
In Europe, New Trains and a Streamlined Booking App

Also in the works: streamlined digital booking and Eurostar competition.
The New York Times - 2d
Counterculture author Tom Robbins, known for his irreverent bestselling novels, dies at 92

His first novel, "Another Roadside Attraction," was published in 1971 when Robbins was 39 -- more than three decades after declaring to his parents, at age 5, that he'd be a writer.
Los Angeles Times - 2d
FA Cup fifth round draw: updates and details for the last 16 – live

Draw to take place on BBC’s One Show at 7.10pm GMT Read Football Daily | Doncaster v Crystal Palace – live Manchester United v Fulham . Doncaster or Crystal Palace v Millwall ...
The Guardian - 1d
The Playlist: Fantasy basketball waiver wire pickups and start/sit advice for Week 16 (Part 1)

Dan Titus sets you up for success with his top pickups and schedule notes for Week 16, which is extended due to the All-Star break.
Yahoo Sports - 2d
16 Best Toiletry Bags, Tested and Reviewed (2025)

Our team evaluated a ton of toiletry bags to find the best storage, organization, and design options for all your essentials.
Wired - 2d
Scotland 16-32 Ireland: Six Nations 2025 – live reaction

Updates from Murrayfield; 3pm GMT kickoff Get in touch: mail Daniel with your thoughts Cycling legend Chris Hoy hands referee James Doleman the match ball. . He’s almost welling up. Nice ...
The Guardian - 3d
Na Kim Designs the Book Covers You Judge

For years, Na Kim has made great books stand out. Now her paintings are catching eyes, too.
The New York Times - 6d

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Timothée Chalamet: Forever young in the record books?

The Bob Dylan actor could take the Oscar — and a milestone — from a close rival in this season's lead actor race.
Los Angeles Times - 6h
Five Oscar races (other than best picture) that feel up for grabs

Timothée Chalamet or Adrien Brody? Demi Moore or Fernanda Torres? We have our hunches, but they could be upended on the night of the Oscars.
Los Angeles Times - 6h
The co-directors of 'No Other Land' on Trump's Gaza plan, the Oscars and the fight ahead

Made by a team of Palestinian and Israeli activist filmmakers, the Academy Award-nominated documentary is a look at life under occupation in a small West Bank village.
Los Angeles Times - 6h
The Grammy Museum's Sonic Playground: Where accessibility meets creativity

Funded by the Campaign for Music Education, the Grammy Museum's Sonic Playground allows visitors of all ages to tap into their musical potential. The new interactive exhibit opens Friday, Feb. 14.
Los Angeles Times - 6h
Review: 'Bacon' treads the line between love and abuse for teenage boys in a Rogue Machine powerhouse

Rogue Machine Theatre presents the West Coast premiere of Sophie Swithinbank's 'Bacon,' a two-hander directed by Michael Matthews that explores masculinity, bullying, sexuality and trauma.
Los Angeles Times - 6h

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White House bars AP reporter from Oval Office because of AP style policy on 'Gulf of America'

The White House blocked an Associated Press reporter from attending an event in the Oval Office after demanding the news agency alter its style on the Gulf of Mexico, which President Donald Trump ...
ABC News - 2h
Misty Copeland's new picture story, 'Bunheads, Act 2,' will be out in September

Misty Copeland is ready to take young readers on another imaginary trip to the ballet
ABC News - 2h
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Los Angeles Times - 6h
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