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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.
The OathNew Yorker writer and CNN analyst Jeffrey Toobin offers an astute and thorough analysis of the relationship between the Obama White House and the John Roberts-led Supreme Court.
Walt Disney's Donald Duck Vol. 2: 'A Christmas For Shacktown'The latest volume of Fantagraphics's 'The Complete Carl Barks Disney Library' arrives just in time for the holidays
The WatchersWhile some parts of Stephen Alford's book are repetitive, his study of life during Queen Elizabeth I's reign is a thought-provoking read.
Amazon's top 10 bestselling books of the year Which books sold best in 2012? Check out Amazon's full list.
Reader recommendation: MohawkMonitor readers share their favorite book picks.
A book critic's literary tour of ManhattanNew York Times critic Dwight Garner stopped at book-centered destinations throughout the Big Apple. 'I was smitten all over again,' Garner wrote after his excursion.
'The Hobbit': Try a Tolkien breakfast at ... Denny's?The chain restaurant is serving a promotional 'Hobbit' menu with items like Gandalf's Gobble Melt.
Jane Austen: 10 quotes on her birthday Here are 10 witty quotes by Jane Austen to mark her birthday.
Amazon wins an e-book fight in EuropeEuropean Union regulators ended an antitrust probe into e-book prices after Apple and other publishers offered to abandon the possibility of pricing agreements that would have hindered Amazon selling e-books more cheaply than their rivals.
Never-before-seen Hans 海角大神 Andersen fairy tale surfacesThe story, 'The Tallow Candle,' was discovered by a historian in the private archives of a Danish family.- 鈥楾he Hobbit鈥�: 40 questions to test your knowledge of Bilbo Baggins and co.
Do you think you know everything about the journey of Bilbo Baggins as recorded in J.R.R. Tolkien鈥檚 'The Hobbit'? 'The Hobbit' was published as a prelude to Tolkien鈥檚 trilogy, 'The Lord of the Rings,' on September 21, 1937. Since then, the story has been revised to tie in more with the dark trilogy but still has kept more of its lighthearted fairy tale tone of the original.
'The Hobbit' has seen stage production and radio and film adaptation, the first film being composed completely of cartoon stills. The first animated film aired on US television in 1977.
The newest 'Hobbit' adaptation, directed by Peter Jackson ('The Lord of the Rings') will be a trilogy itself. Part one is set to release in theaters on Dec. 14, 2012, with Ian McKellen returning to the big screen as the wizard Gandalf and Martin Freeman playing the hobbit Bilbo Baggins. Can鈥檛 wait for 'The Hobbit' to come to theaters? Take this 40-question quiz to see if you鈥檙e a true 'Hobbit' fan.
Anarchy for children? A pro-anarchy kids' book angers the Tea Party'A Rule is to Break: A Child's Guide to Anarchy,' by John Seven and Jana Christy, was called 'downright shocking' by a Tea Party publication and received a blurb from activist Bill Ayers.
3 compelling photo books for gifting this winter These photo books capture the world in images that are by turns amusing and heartbreaking.