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Kenny Chesney announces first-ever book and talks about his upcoming Las Vegas residency
Country music icon Kenny Chesney announced his first-ever book, "HEART LIFE MUSIC" on "CBS Mornings." Chesney shared why he decided to write a book now and what to expect from it. He also spoke ...CBS News - 13h -
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 - 2d -
Bill Gates talks new book, relationship with Trump, views on Musk
Microsoft founder Bill Gates sits down with TODAY’s Savannah Guthrie to talk about his new book “Source Code” and the early days that shaped his storied (and extremely profitable) career. He also ...NBC News - 2d -
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 - 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 - 5d -
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 - Jan. 30 -
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 - Jan. 29 -
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 -
Cable news host Chris Hayes talks new book “The Sirens' Call”
The average American spends nearly half their waking life looking at a screen. Cable host Chris Hayes is exploring the impact of this trend in his new book “The Sirens' Call.”CBS 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 -
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 -
Financial Services Roundup: Market Talk
Find insight on TD Bank, Wise, Australian bank stocks and more in the latest Market Talks covering financial services.The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 17 -
Energy & Utilities Roundup: Market Talk
Read about the rig count, oil prices, Petronas and more in the latest Market Talks covering energy and utilities.The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 17 -
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 -
Energy & Utilities Roundup: Market Talk
Find insight on Algonquin, Equinor, Yinson Holdings and more in the latest Market Talks covering Energy and Utilities.The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 15 -
Auto & Transport Roundup: Market Talk
Read about Royal Mail, Leonardo, China’s electric-vehicle sector and more in the latest Market Talks covering the Auto and Transport sector.The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 15 -
Financial Services Roundup: Market Talk
Read about U.S. grocery expenses , Citigroup, JPMorgan Chase, and more in the latest Market Talks covering Financial Services.The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 15 -
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 -
Basic Materials Roundup: Market Talk
Read about Northern Star, Westgold Resources and more in the latest Market Talks covering Basic Materials.The Wall Street Journal - 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 -
Talk Turns to Los Angeles ‘2.0’
The governor of California has called for “a Marshall Plan” to rebuild the fire-ravaged city. But big questions loom about more ambitious and costly projects, including the 2028 Summer Olympic Games.The New York Times - 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 -
Sources: Arsenal's Jorginho in Palmeiras talks
Arsenal midfielder Jorginho's representative has held exploratory talks with Palmeiras as uncertainty grows over his future at Emirates Stadium, sources have told ESPN.ESPN - Jan. 10 -
Basic Materials Roundup: Market Talk
Read about gold futures, SSAB, Dialog Group and more in the latest Market Talks covering Basic Materials.The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 10 -
Energy & Utilities Roundup: Market Talk
Find insight on oil and gas prices, Dialog Group and more in the latest Market Talks covering Energy and Utilities.The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 10 -
Financial Services Roundup: Market Talk
Find insight on Constellation Brands, BBVA, Australia’s banks and more in the latest Market Talks covering Financial Services.The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 10 -
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 -
Donald Trump’s careless talk
The president-elect’s expansionist rhetoric is unsettling America’s alliesFinancial Times - Jan. 9 -
Sources: Pumas in talks for Houston's Carrasquilla
Liga MX side Pumas UNAM is in discussions with Houston Dynamo FC regarding the possible acquisition of Panama international midfielder Adalberto Carrasquilla, sources confirmed to ESPN.ESPN - Jan. 9 -
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
