Magazines & Books
In his new book "The Watchers: The Rise of America's Surveillance State", author Shane Harris lays out the U.S. government's real-life efforts to see and hear more in the face of growing terrorist threats. He pays particular attention to Total Inf...
A new book, "Buddhist Temples of Thailand: A Visual Journey Through Thailand's 40 Most Historic Wats" by travel writer Joe Cummings features Thailand’s most notable temples.
In her new best-selling book, "The Male Brain" published by Broadway Books, neuropsychiatrist Louann Brizendine, MD, provides a scientific excuse for guys for womanizing, being commitmentphobic and avoiding emotionality in general.
"This stunning debut novel finds the beauty – and confusion – in a young life touched by tragedy." - Heller McAlpin, Christian Science Monitor
Do you believe your cheating skills need improvement? A self-help book titled "Designing Infidelity: A Reference Guide to the Art of Cheating to Perfection" by J. Frances elevates cheating to a higher level by offering practical advice on how to "...
J.K. Rowling, the world’s richest author, is accused of stealing ideas for "Harry Potter and The Goblet of Fire" from another British author's children’s book. Rowling was added as a defendant to an ongoing legal claim filed against her publisher ...
New book exposes 2008 US presidential campaign secrets
A new book is causing quite a stir in Washington DC. It's called Game Change, and it spills dozens of secrets from the 2008 presidential campaign.
New book explores Clinton, Palin candidacies
NEW YORK (Reuters) - When Hillary Clinton made a strong showing and Sarah Palin was named to the Republican ticket in the 2008 U.S. presidential race, the election of the first female president seemed not so far off.
'Barack and Michelle: Portrait of an American Marriage'
After a microscopic look at several famous marriages, author Christopher Andersen takes his pen -- or, some argue, a hatchet -- to the Obamas in his latest book, "Barack and Michelle: Portrait of an American Marriage."
With the highest unemployment rate in more than 20 years, over 35 million people are now circulating resumes. But many haven't looked for jobs in some time and are falling victim to 10 common mistakes. According to Bob Gerberg Jr, the CEO of ITS, ...
Actor/Director Ethan Hawke Brings Pictures to life for Blind Children
Actor, writer and director Ethan Hawke has taken time out from his role in the Cherry Orchard directed by Sam Mendes at the Old Vic to record for a new feely book produced by the award winning charity Living Paintings. This is for young blind memb...
Kennedy’s sons: Memoir reveals untold stories
Ted Kennedy Jr. and Rep. Patrick Kennedy, sons of the late Sen. Edward Kennedy, said that “True Compass” — the massive memoir the late senator was racing to complete before brain cancer took his life — uncovers details of his life even they didn’t...
Former First Lady Laura Bush Announces the Blockbuster Author Line-Up for the 2009 Texas Book Festival
Today, Former First Lady Laura Bush announced the authors and revealed the poster art for the 2009 Texas Book Festival, which will take place on October 31 and November 1 at the Texas State Capitol in Austin.
New project to tackle mental illness taboo
Renowned neuroscientist and former psychotic patient Robert Miller's popular book is being translated into Chinese to help increase public acceptance of a "shameful illness."
Western Indian state bans book on Pakistan's founder
Authorities in the western Indian state of Gujarat state have banned a controversial book on Pakistan's founder Mohammed Ali Jinnah.
Book fair seeks model behavior - or else
Teen models should dress appropriately when promoting their books and photographs at the Hong Kong Book Fair - or risk being booted out.
Comic offers a tepid, albeit balanced, biography of Palin
IF THERE was any doubt that Sarah Palin remains a popular, prominent figure in our culture following her announced resignation as governor of Alaska, they should be put to rest with the success of "Female Force: Sarah Palin."
Former U.S. Vice President Dick Cheney has signed a publishing deal for about $2 million to write a memoir of his life in politics.
Former Communist Chief's Memoir Outlines Tiananmen Struggle
HONG KONG -- A new memoir by the deceased former Communist Party chief ousted for refusing to help suppress 1989 pro-democracy protests offers a rare window into the power struggle that surrounded the bloody crackdown as its 20th anniversary nears.
Sarah Palin Signs Book Deal to Write a Memoir
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (Reuters) - Sarah Palin, the Alaska governor pulled from the U.S. political periphery onto the 2008 Republican presidential ticket, has signed a deal to write her memoirs with HarperCollins.