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- Scott Walker will pen book – is he another presidential hopeful?Walker's book will be titled 'Unintimidated: A Governor’s Story and a Nation’s Challenge.'
- Those Angry DaysToday we think of it as 'The Good War.' But Lynne Olson's excellent new book reminds us that, once upon a time, the question of US involvement in World War II was at least as contentious as Vietnam.Â
- Reader recommendation: A Dance to the Music of TimeMonitor readers share their favorite book picks.
- 'Fifty Shades of Grey' earns blockbuster sales numbers for publisher Random HouseThe sales figures for the 'Fifty Shades of Grey' trilogy make the series one of the fastest-selling in history.
- Bestselling books the week of 3/24/13, according to IndieBound* What's selling best in independent bookstores across America?
- 'Bonnet rippers'? Amish romances are only gaining in popularityWhile the Amish themselves may find the books absurd, popular writers in the 'bonnet ripper' genre are selling millions of books.
- Stalin’s Curse: Battling for Communism in War and Cold WarThis well researched book portrays Stalin as a psychopath with a deep and abiding commitment to spreading communism across the globe.
- 'Cheers, America': 6 thoughts from a British writer on the differences between the US and UK How does the US look to someone from another country? British-born writer Justin Webb offers his thoughts on the differences – and similarities – between American and British ways.
- National Geographic teams with Bill O'Reilly again for 'Killing Jesus' adaptationNational Geographic and director Ridley Scott's company will again produce an adaptation of O'Reilly's work, this one based on the story of Jesus Christ. Scott and National Geographic have previously adapted O'Reilly's works 'Killing Lincoln' and 'Killing Kennedy.'
- Reader recommendation: The HobbitMonitor readers share their favorite book picks.
- 'Game of Thrones': How well do you know Season 2?
'Game of Thrones' has drawn in lovers of the original George R.R. Martin series and newbies alike during its first two seasons, becoming one of network HBO's most popular shows. Now it returns for a highly anticipated third season on March 31. But before you launch into Season 3, how well do you remember Season 2?
- The Book of My LivesFrom Sarajevo to Chicago, Aleksandar Hemon tells the engaging story of his many lives.
- Reader recommendation: Close to the BoneMonitor readers share their favorite book picks.
- Robert Frost: 10 quotes on his birthday Here are 10 quotes from this monolith of modern American poetry.
- Looking for a Simon & Schuster title? Barnes & Noble might not be your best betBarnes &Noble has reportedly been ordering fewer Simon & Schuster titles than it normally does as the book retailer and the publisher wrangle over cost issues.
- Flannery O'Connor: 10 quotes on her birthday Check out these 10 quotes from a groundbreaking author.
- Jane Goodall apologizes for plagiarizing in new bookJane Goodall apologizes: The famous primate researcher apologizes because her some passages were lifted from elsewhere. Jane Goodall and the publisher of "Seeds of Hope" announced a delay in the book's release.
- Pippa Middleton dropped by her literary agent. Why?Pippa Middleton and David Goodwin have parted ways. Pippa Middleton's first book was a flop. But you haven't seen the last of Pippa Middleton and her writing.
- 'Goblinproofing One's Chicken Coop' wins strangest title of the year contestThe Diagram Prize for Oddest Book Title of the Year is an award given yearly to the work with the most unusual moniker.
- Chinua Achebe is remembered as the 'father of modern African literature''Things Fall Apart' author Chinua Achebe wrote his first book in 1958 and won awards for his work that included the Man Booker International Prize.