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Neil Gaiman says this summer may mark his last book-signing tourNeil Gaiman explained via his blog that the very long lines for his book signings 鈥� and the lengthy delays for readers 鈥� mean that the experience is "no fun for anybody."
'Fiscal cliff': banished for overuseLake Superior State University's 2012 list of terms that need to be removed from the English language was topped by 'fiscal cliff,"
Doris Kearns Goodwin on her bestselling books and the movie adaptation of 'Lincoln'Doris Kearns Goodwin talks about her book 'Team of Rivals,' and what it was like to see her work come to life in Steven Spielberg's 'Lincoln.'
9 chats with top true-crime authors In 2012, writers pondered murder and mayhem across the globe and across centuries.
The World Until YesterdayRelying on his vast knowledge of New Guinea, Jared Diamond asks what moderns like us can learn from traditional societies.
The Last Lion: Defender of the RealmDespite some noteworthy shortcomings, Paul Reid's examination of the last third of Churchill's life gives us the British statesman in all his robust complexity.
Nature WarsHow can we best handle the wildlife now turning up in our own backyards?
The Collected Poems of Lucille Clifton 1965-2010The poetry of Lucille Clifton is engaging enough to win over any reader.
Who is Saint Nicholas?Writer Adam C. English explores the life of the man behind the myth in his book 'The Saint Who Would Be Santa Claus.'
'Les Mis茅rables': 15 memorable quotes To mark the Dec. 25, 2012, opening of new 2012 movie new movie adaptation of "Les Mis茅rables," directed by Tom Hooper, here are 15 memorable "Les Mis" quotes.
The apostle Paul: One of the important influences on ChristmasBiblical historian James D. Tabor discusses Paul's influence on 海角大神ity and the way that we celebrate Christmas.
Great Expectations: The Sons and Daughters of Charles DickensDespite a world-renowned father and merry times at Christmas, the lives of the 10 children born to Charles Dickens were anything but easy.
Brothers Grimm: 4 gruesome plot twists you may have forgottenThe stories by the Brothers Grimm have a lot of gruesome little subplots that you may not remember 鈥� or even know. How many of these do you recall from childhood?
3 YA books just perfect for adultsThese young freedom fighters are worthy of readers of all ages.
Code Name VerityThis young adult novel of female friendship and peril amid World War II is an unexpected gem.聽
2012: the year of self-publishingThe most recent sign that self-publishing is on the rise? New York Times book critic Michiko Kakutani chose a self-released book as one of her favorite titles of the year.
The rifle: Its history and its place in the futureHistorian Alexander Rose chronicles the history of a ubiquitous and deadly weapon.
'Les Miserables': Is the story of Jean Valjean a model for newly released inmates today?I should have tried to get Jean Valjean into a couple of local prisons.聽
Bestselling books the week of 12/20/12, according to IndieBound* What's selling best at independent bookstores across America.
DOJ reaches settlement with Penguin over e-book price fixingIf the settlement is approved, Macmillan and Apple will be the lone defendants in the government鈥檚 suit.
