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British survey says 62 percent of people lie about having read classic booksThe novel people most commonly claim to have read is '1984' by George Orwell, followed by 'War and Peace' by Leo Tolstoy.
Jim Carrey will release a children's book later this monthCarrey's book, titled 'How Roland Rolls,' centers on a wave who soon learns he is part of something bigger than himself by being one section of the ocean.- Apple injunction: Will judge's ruling lower e-book prices?Apple injunction: A federal judge issued an injunction to Apple, ordering it to modify contracts with publishers to prevent electronic book price fixing. Apple plans to appeal.
Starry NightsDaisy Whitney tells the fantastically playful story of a depressed Parisian artist who finds inspiration when the subject of a famous painting comes alive.
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'Last Stand' author Todd Wilkinson discusses Ted Turner's efforts to help the environmentWilkinson's book 'Last Stand' details Ted Turner's second act as an ardent environmentalist.
'Spider-Man' musical gets a tell-all from its script writerPlaywright Glen Berger of 'Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark' chronicles the show's troubled production in a book to be released Nov. 5.
'Salinger' documentary earns mixed reviews'Salinger,' a film directed by Shane Salerno, explores the life of 'Catcher in the Rye' author J.D. Salinger.
Forgive Me, Leonard PeacockMatthew Quick's novel is the harrowing but beautifully written story of a desperate teenager.
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Agatha Christie's Hercule Poirot will return in a new authorized novelMystery author Sophie Hannah will write a novel featuring Christie's Hercule Poirot that will be released next fall.
Sherman Alexie to authors: Work at an indie bookstore on Small Business SaturdayAlexie, author of books including 'The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian,' wrote a letter urging his fellow writers to handsell their books on the Saturday after Thanksgiving. 'The most important thing is that we鈥檒l all be helping Independent bookstores, and God knows they鈥檝e helped us over the years,' the author wrote.
Bestselling books the week of 9/5/13, according to IndieBound* What's selling best at independent bookstores across America.
3 great middle-grade books for the new school year Any of these three books would make a splendid start to the new school year for middle-grade students.
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Amazon's Kindle MatchBook will let consumers buy print and e-book versions togetherThe new program, which is scheduled to launch in October, would let Amazon users buy a discounted e-book for qualifying titles if they bought the print version as well. But many publishers have yet to come aboard.
10 best books of September: the Monitor's picks Here are the 10 September books most recommended by the Monitor's book critics.
'Fifty Shades of Grey' casting: Fans react with disappointmentAfter 'Fifty Shades of Grey' author E.L. James announced the casting of the leads for the 'Grey' film, some fans started a petition asking that the roles be recast.
These Few Precious DaysChristopher Andersen examines the last year in John F. and Jacqueline Kennedy's marriage.
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