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Terry Pratchett: Here's what we know about his upcoming bookThe upcoming book by Pratchett, who died recently, will reportedly be titled 'The Shepherd's Crown' and center on a familiar character.
Author Louise Erdrich takes the Library of Congress PrizeErdrich is the author of such works as 'The Round House,' which won the 2012 National Book Award, and 'The Plague of Doves.' She is also the owner of the Minneapolis bookstore Birchbark Books and Native Arts.
Two books about how money, status drive college decisionsWhat is a degree from an American college worth? Two very different writers raise troubling questions about higher education in the US.
'The Clone Army Attacketh' 鈥� where Shakespeare meets Star WarsThree prequel parodies that recast 'Star Wars' in Shakespearean fashion will appear this spring, summer, and fall, helping fans prepare for the December release of 'Star Wars: The Force Awakens.'
Octavia Spencer will portray God in 'The Shack' movie adaptationSpencer won an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for her work in the movie 'The Help.'聽
Margaret Atwood will release new novel 'The Heart Goes Last' this fallAtwood's recent work includes 'MaddAdam' and the short story collection 'The Stone Mattress.'
'Gods and Kings' chronicles the rise and fall of fashion icons Alexander McQueen and John GallianoMcQueen and Galliano were just cheeky boys, until they became defiant titans of fashion.
'Paddington' movie may account for a spike in marmalade ingredient salesThe movie about the marmalade-loving bear came out in November in Britain and in January in the U.S. The sales for marmalade itself and the ingredients for it have reportedly increased in Britain.- 'Game of Thrones': New trailer offers another peek at season 5'Thrones' stars Emilia Clarke, Peter Dinklage, and many more. The HBO series is based on the 'Song of Ice and Fire' series by George R.R. Martin.
'Napoleon' argues for the humanity of the infamous French emperorWas the ruler of the first French Empire a hero, or a tyrant? The answer lies in how you read him, writes Charles Reinhardt.
A child's favorite book is one he or she chose, says studyA new Scholastic report聽found that a whopping 91 percent of children ages 6 to 17 said, 'My favorite books are the ones that I have picked out myself.' The books children liked the most were those that made them laugh, that let them use their imagination, and that tell made-up stories.
St. Patrick's Day: New York City residents can get a free book by an Irish writerThe Irish Arts Center in New York City will be handing out thousands of books by Irish writers to NYC residents on the holiday.
Terry Pratchett, acclaimed fantasy author, diesPratchett is the author of such works as 'Wyrd Sisters,' 'Night Watch,' and 'The Amazing Maurice and his Educated Rodents.' He was knighted in 2009 and was the bestselling author in Britain in the 1990s.
'Our Kids' suggests an American dream out of reach for many鈥楤owling Alone鈥� author Robert D. Putnam sees America's social fabric fraying for low-income families.
'Star Wars': Here's what the new books will be aboutAt least 20 new 'Star Wars' books will be released this fall ahead of the new 'Star Wars' movie 'The Force Awakens.' The forthcoming titles may give readers hints about 'Force.'
Chris Kyle's widow Taya will publish memoir 'American Wife'Taya Kyle's book will be released this May through William Morrow.
James Patterson donates more than $1 million to school librariesThe author also recently donated funds for British and Irish schools as well as independent bookstores. 'I hope we鈥檙e able to increase awareness about the vital role that school libraries and librarians play in transforming lives and fostering a love for learning,' Patterson said of his new initiative.
'The Top of His Game' showcases the remarkable career of sports writer W.C. HeinzThis collection blends the delights of Heinz鈥檚 graceful writing with insight into the world of sports as it once was.
Will the Gardner paintings ever come back? 'Master Thieves' author Stephen Kurkjian says yes'Master Thieves' author Stephen Kurkjian talks about the Isabella Stewart Gardner theft 鈥� the largest art heist in world history.
Audiobook only: Why one company is skipping print editionsAudible, the largest producer and seller of audiobooks, has reportedly begun commissioning original audio works. A book by Jeffery Deaver is one of the works currently being created by the company.
