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'Coming Apart': Charles Murray sees an America divided, but not by race 'Coming Apart' by Charles Murray is being called an important book. But is it a good one?
Charles Dickens: looking for love in all the wrong places On the bicentennial of the birth of Charles Dickens – Feb. 7, 2012 – his best novels remain linked to his many heartaches.
Indigo, Books-a-Million boycott Amazon Booksellers Indigo Books and Music and Books-a-Million join Barnes & Noble in refusing to sell Amazon-published books – but Amazon may be looking into opening their own retail stores.
Former White House intern claims to have had an affair with JFK in a new book Former White House intern Mimi Alford claims in 'Once Upon A Secret' that she had an affair with the former president when she was 19.
Reader recommendation: Great by Choice Monitor readers share their favorite book picks.
Massachusetts governor Deval Patrick will write two more books Massachusetts governor Deval Patrick, who signed a deal with Hyperion for two new books, will release the first this May in e-book form only.
Reader recommendation: Bury Your Dead Monitor readers share their favorite book picks.
After Muslim protests, Kolkata Book Fair cancels Taslima Nasrin book launch The launch of Bangladeshi author Taslima Nasrin’s new autobiography "Nirbasan" was cancelled after the fair's organizers received threats from Muslim leaders.
'Watchmen' prequels provoke debate in comic book community A prequel series will be released this summer, written by acclaimed comic book authors – but the original 'Watchmen' writer isn't involved.
In the latest salvo in the war between the book giants, Barnes & Noble says it won't sell books published by Amazon in its stores.
A New York Times article puts Barnes & Noble – and its next e-reader – in the headlines.
Jonathan Franzen: E-readers are 'damaging to society' Jonathan Franzen, the author of 'Freedom' and 'The Corrections,' calls e-readers incompatible with 'responsible self-government.'
'A Wrinkle in Time' 50 years later This year marks the 50th anniversary of the publishing of Madeleine L'Engle classic "A Wrinkle in Time."
America's most literate cities: Washington, D.C. takes the top spot Seattle comes in at number two on the new list released by Central Connecticut State University, while Bakersfield, Calif. is ranked as the least literate city in America.
'Noir City' organizer Eddie Muller on the evolution of the genre he loves 'Czar of Noir' Eddie Muller talks about the hard-boiled crime fiction that inspired film noir.
Are Germans ready for a republishing of 'Mein Kampf'? A German magazine's plan to print excerpts from 'Mein Kampf' has prompted fury and legal threats.
Reader recommendation: Killing the Cranes Monitor readers share their favorite book picks.
Ayn Rand's 'Atlas Shrugged' takes top app prize The Publishing Innovation Awards honors the 'Atlas Shrugged' book app, which includes bonus materials like lectures by Rand.
A relationship with the great modernist author comes with its ups and downs.
Reader recommendation: Branches to Heaven Monitor readers share their favorite book picks.
'Smash' star Megan Hilty talks about her transition to television and working with Katharine McPhee 'Smash' still has a lot of stories to tell about her character Ivy and Ivy's background, says Hilty
Hachis parmentier (French cottage pie) A French country dish that is hearty as it is pleasing.
'The River' will make your skin crawl with its tense plotting -- VIDEO 'The River' features a mysterious entity that's waiting to prey on a group of explorers
How would the social reformer who gave us Oliver Twist and Tiny Tim have viewed the 'Occupy' movement and Arab Spring? A look at Dickens's enduring legacy.
The struggle for freedom in Syria A Christian Science perspective.
Super Bowl ad for 'The Lorax' features Danny DeVito and Ed Helms Super Bowl commercial for 'The Lorax' has the eye-popping visuals of previous Seuss movies and a few jokes for the grown-ups.
Meatless Monday: How to make spaetzle Spaetzle is a traditional German dumpling or noodle boiled in water or broth then pan fried in butter.
A Christian Science perspective.
Super Bowl party appetizer ideas A few Super Bowl appetizer ideas to help you fuel up for the 6:30 p.m. kick-off.
New 'Hunger Games' trailer shows more of heroine Katniss's struggle 'Hunger Games' debuts a new trailer ahead of the March 23 opening. This Hunger Games trailer includes more of actor Stanley Tucci as an unctuous interviewer, and Lenny Kravitz as stylist Cinna
A Christian Science perspective: What watching the Super Bowl might have to do with spirituality.
Top Picks: SiriusXM's 'The Loft,' Maggie Smith on 'Downton Abbey,' and more Time for Kids' new book shows kids how to solve science mysteries, Karimba's new CD makes listeners want to get up and dance, Andrew Lloyd Webber's classic musical 'Phantom of the Opera' records a performance for its anniversary, and more top picks.
'Chronicle' is an interesting twist on found-footage movies and superheroes (+trailer) 'Chronicle' stands out from the found-footage crowd with a creative story and a cast of likable actors
As small farm buildings succumb to age and neglect, their sturdy timbers find a new life.
Schemes on Wall Street and in public policy It's too bad 'scheme' has such a bad reputation in American English, because we could certainly use a synonym for 'program.'
Goat Rodeo's eclectic mix is bluesy and original The four musicians who participate in 'The Goat Rodeo Sessions' somehow make the jumble of musical genres work.
Super Bowl mini pizza appetizers A quick no-fuss appetizer to help you cheer on the Super Bowl.
Like mini quiches, these mini pies have a short crust pastry filled with an egg and cheese custard.
A Christian Science perspective.
American Idol, desperately seeking the next Carrie Underwood, hypes Lauren Gray (+video) American Idol recap: In Season 10 auditions, judge Steven Tyler predicted Lauren Alaina would win, and it nearly came true. All three Idol judges are waxing poetic about Lauren Gray: Is she the next American Idol?
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