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What Are Book Blurbs, and How Much Do They Matter in Publishing?
An announcement from Simon & Schuster’s publisher left the literary community wondering whether blurbs, the little snippets of praise on a book jacket, are all they’re cracked up to be.The New York Times - 12h -
Do Job Titles Matter?
Aren’t responsibilities more important? They’re important, but titles play significant roles within and outside of a company.Inc. - 21h -
Too Busy Blurbing Books to Write One
For the novelist Rebecca Makkai, writing blurbs had become nearly a full-time job. She explains why blurbs matter — and why she’s taking a break.The New York Times - 22h -
'Love doing this': Retiring not on Kelce's radar
Kansas City tight end Travis Kelce, 35, speaking during opening night festivities, told reporters he has no plans to retire anytime soon, even if the Chiefs win a third straight Super Bowl Sunday, ...ESPN - 16h -
Martha Stewart’s First Book Finds New Fans
After fierce online bidding wars for vintage copies of “Entertaining,” a homemaking classic from 1982, the publisher decides to put it back in stores.The New York Times - 17h -
What to do when the computer says no
Simply adding a human review process to an algorithmic decision doesn’t make tricky trade-offs disappearFinancial Times - 1d -
What are tariffs and how do they work?
WASHINGTON — Tariffs are in the news at the moment.NBC News - 2d -
10 books to add to your reading list in February
Critic Bethanne Patrick recommends 10 promising new titles — fiction and nonfiction — to consider in February.Los Angeles Times - 3d -
How do you invest in stocks?
If you're planning to invest in stocks, there are a few different ways to get started. Here's what to know now.CBS News - 4d -
Book Review: ‘Source Code,’ by Bill Gates
A new memoir by the tech mogul recounts a boyhood steeped in old-fashioned, analog pastimes as well as precocious feats of coding.The New York Times - 5d -
The week's bestselling books, Feb. 2
The Southern California Independent Bookstore Bestsellers list for Sunday, Feb. 2, 2025, including hardcover and paperback fiction and nonfiction.Los Angeles Times - 6d -
Book excerpt: "Playworld" by Adam Ross
The acclaimed author of "Mr. Peanut" returns with a novel dipped in nostalgia and flecked with love and sorrow, about a child actor coming of age as the object of attraction for an older woman.CBS News - Jan. 26 -
Book excerpt: "The Note" by Alafair Burke
In this new thriller by the New York Times bestselling author of "The Wife," a prank played by three women on vacation in the Hamptons causes them to get caught up in a police investigation over a ...CBS News - Jan. 26 -
Book excerpt: "Tartufo" by Kira Jane Buxton
In her new novel, the author of "Hollow Kingdom" and "Feral Creatures" captures the comedy of truffle-mania in a tiny Tuscan village, upon the discovery of the world's largest truffle.CBS News - Jan. 26 -
Booked for a seagull impression? Football's strangest cards
BBC Sport looks at some strange cards after Everton's Iliman Ndiaye is booked for imitating a seagull.BBC News - Jan. 25 -
Department of Education dismisses book ban complaints
The Department of Education has dismissed 11 complaints regarding “book bans” the federal agency received during the Biden administration, it announced Friday. The department said it ended former ...The Hill - Jan. 24 -
The week's bestselling books, Jan. 26
The Southern California Independent Bookstore Bestsellers list for Sunday, Jan. 26, 2025, including hardcover and paperback fiction and nonfiction.Los Angeles Times - Jan. 22 -
Winter Books to Read When It’s Cold Outside
Chilly thrillers, snowy fantasies and Alpine adventure novels exquisitely capture the atmosphere of the season.The New York Times - Jan. 22 -
The Book of George by Kate Greathead review – male misadventures
This wryly comic tale follows the lives of a stunted antihero and his long-suffering girlfriend. The title character of American author Kate Greathead’s second novel is not just a man; he’s an ...The Guardian - Jan. 22 -
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Han Kang Talks About Her Jeju Book, ‘We Do Not Part”
Han Kang’s latest novel, about a South Korean massacre, delves into why atrocities must be remembered. “It’s pain and it is blood, but it’s the current of life,” she said.The New York Times - Jan. 21 -
Raymond Climbs Red Wings Franchise Record Book
22-year-old Lucas Raymond continues to stake his illustrious place in the nearly century long history of Detroit Red Wings hockeyYahoo Sports - Jan. 20 -
Book excerpt: "Fire Weather" by John Vaillant
This 2023 National Book Award finalist recounts the rise of climate science and the increasing dangers from climate change, including the devastation brought by today's wildfires.CBS News - Jan. 17 -
Do Indians work too much?
An executive in the country has gone viral for saying workers should be in the office on SundaysFinancial Times - Jan. 16 -
Kamala Harris' potential next move: A book
Kamala Harris has a lot of options for her next act, but writing a book may be first up, according to six people familiar with internal discussions about her future.NBC News - Jan. 15 -
The week's bestselling books, Jan. 19
The Southern California Independent Bookstore Bestsellers list for Sunday, Jan. 19, 2025, including hardcover and paperback fiction and nonfiction.Los Angeles Times - Jan. 15 -
Ayesha Curry on new book imprint "Sweet July Books"
Chef, entrepreneur and author Ayesha Curry joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to discuss expanding her empire into publishing, uplifting diverse voices and why she selected her imprint's first novel ...CBS News - Jan. 14 -
Brown's sideline book now top seller on Amazon
A little-known book that A.J. Brown was seen reading on the Eagles sideline Sunday was listed No. 1 on Amazon's bestsellers list as of Monday morning.ESPN - Jan. 13 -
Book Review: ‘Death of the Author,’ by Nnedi Okorafor
In Nnedi Okorafor’s new novel, “Death of the Author,” a once-struggling writer grapples with power, privilege, agency and art after her book becomes a life-changing hit.The New York Times - Jan. 12 -
Starmer’s attempt to ‘do a Blair’ on the NHS
Ministers are trying to go further than before — with less moneyFinancial Times - Jan. 11 -
The books members of Congress are reading
Since opening up an independent bookstore on Long Island, I’ve often been asked by my former colleagues in Congress for book recommendations. At the start of every new year, I survey members for ...The Hill - Jan. 10 -
Book excerpt: "Brooke Shields is Not Allowed to Get Old"
The actress and New York Times bestselling memoirist returns with a new book about the empowerment that comes from calling out society's callous and short-sighted expectations of women as they age.CBS News - Jan. 10 -
The week's bestselling books, Jan. 12
The Southern California Independent Bookstore Bestsellers list for Sunday, Jan. 12, 2025, including hardcover and paperback fiction and nonfiction.Los Angeles Times - Jan. 8 -
Do Facts Meta on Facebook?
Mark Zuckerberg removes fact-checking on his platforms.BBC News - Jan. 7 -
Chef Alexander Smalls celebrates Sunday dinner with his new children's book
In his new children's book, "When Alexander Graced the Table," James Beard Foundation Award winner Alexander Smalls shares the story of a young boy learning to contribute to family meals with a ...CBS News - Jan. 7 -
Amanda Gorman on why new book is a tribute to women's impact and resilience
Poet Amanda Gorman shares her new children's book, "Girls on the Rise," celebrating women's achievements and encouraging young girls to embrace their power to change the world.CBS News - Jan. 7 -
Reading group discussion guide for Oprah's book club pick, "A New Earth"
Dive deeper into Eckhart Tolle's transformative book, "A New Earth: Awakening to Your Life's Purpose," with our comprehensive reader's guide.CBS News - Jan. 7 -
What Will Trump Do With All That Power?
What can we expect from the president-elect?The New York Times - Jan. 6 -
Paco Ignacio Taibo II: A book-reading advocate in the era of TikTok
The acclaimed novelist and historian runs Mexican government publishing house El Fondo de Cultura Económica.Los Angeles Times - Jan. 6 -
Book Review: ‘Golden Years,’ by James Chappel
A new book traces shifts in the nation’s treatment of aging adults — for better and for worse.The New York Times - Jan. 6