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JK Rowling Reveals Favorite 'Harry Potter' Chapter
Just like how Potterheads often re-read or make a motto to live by out of their favorite chapter from the "Harry Potter" saga, JK Rowling has hers too and the author finally reveals what part of her bestselling books she was enthralled writing and reading about.
John Green Novel 'Looking For Alaska' Back After Pull-Out
"Into The River" was banned in the school libraries of New Zealand, but not anymore. The New Zealand Film and Literature Board has announced that the award-winning coming-of-age story by Ted Dawe is back in the shelves, stating that the proscription of the book was "unjustifiable" and "illegal."
John Green Novel 'Looking For Alaska' Pulled Out From Middle School Libraries in New Jersey
Hot on the heels of the news about the lift on the ban of "Into the River" by Ted Dawe in New Zealand, John Green's award-winning book "Looking for Alaska" was banned in Burlington County in New Jersey by the superintendent of Lumberton District.
A Brief History of Seven Killings' Author Marlon James Champions Becomes First Jamaican-Born Man Booker Prize Winner
Marlon James' brilliant imagining of a Bob Marley assassination that never happened won him the prestigious Man Booker Prize. But more than being this year's big winner, the country of Jamaica, where the writer hails, also revels in the honor of snagging their first ever win in the accolade as a nation.
National Book Awards 2015 Finalists Revealed
And then there were 20. National Book Foundation has determined the shortlist for the four categories in the National Book Awards.
John le Carré Talks About His Past Spying Life in New Memoir 'The Pigeon Tunnel: Stories From My Life'
John le Carré is known for his colorful stories about spies and their adventures. But right now, he is working on his first ever non-fiction book and to fans' delight, it will keep the spy theme intact. The "Tinker Taylor Soldier Spy" author will talk about his stint in the MI5 and MI6 as an undercover agent in his memoir titled "The Pigeon Tunnel: Stories from My Life."
'Fantastic Beasts And Where To Find Them' Filming Locations Revealed; JK Rowling Shares New 'Harry Potter' Nugget
"Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them," the much-awaited "Harry Potter" spinoff led by Oscar winning actor Eddie Redmayne, has been in the news for its unremitting cast additions. With the ensemble ready, the film moves on to details on filming locations—and it looks like producer David Heyman has found the perfect setting for the fantasy flick.
George RR Martin Novel 'The Skin Trade' Adapted As TV Series
George RR Martin is well known for his "A Song of Ice and Fire" saga that HBO adapted as a TV series "Game of Thrones." It is also the name of the first volume in the book series. But the bestselling author also wrote other books too, some involving werewolves.
Samuel Johnson Book Prize Shortlist Announced
The circle of six authors battling it out for the Samuel Johnson award has been revealed. As noted by BBC, the shortlist is of great variety, with memoirs and writings that center on philosophy and science all in the running for the prestigious award.
RL Stine 'Fear Street' Movie in the Works
More of RL Stine's legendary tales of horror and mystery are getting Hollywood's well-deserved attention. The author's teenage horror series titled "Fear Street," whose first book was published back in 1989, is being adapted as a movie by 20th Century Fox.
Stephen King Concludes Crime Trilogy in June 2016 With 'End of Watch'
The closing book for Stephen Kings' chilling crime trilogy will be released Jun. 7 next year. Titled "End of Watch," the 496-page volume follows the final escapade of retired police detective Bill Hodges. This time, he once again duels with the ever-persistent murderer Brady Hartsfield, who returns to bring a new round of unthinkable horror for his sleuthing nemesis.
'Winds of Winter' Release Date Could Be Announced Soon
George RR Martin always says that when "Winds of Winter" is complete and ready for publication, he himself will be the one to break the news. Sadly, the bestselling author remains silent about the outing of the much-anticipated title, which fans have been twiddling thumbs for half a decade now.
New 'Harry Potter' Books Now Available on iBooks; Coloring Book In the Works
There has been a lot going on in the world of Harry Potter in the last couple of weeks. Just recently, it was announced that digital versions of the bestselling books by JK Rowling will be exclusively available on iBooks. Apple says that these new eBooks received some overhauls in the form of interactive effects and "elaborate artwork" as well as annotations by Rowling herself.
Senator Rand Paul Selling Hillary Clinton's Memoir on eBay as 'Fiction Book'
Hillary Clinton sent her Republican rivals a copy of her memoir. Senator Rand Paul trolls her back by putting the book up for auction on eBay.
George RR Martin Releases 'Game of Thrones' Prequels But Sixth Volume Still Nowhere in Sight
George RR Martin has released a new book. Sadly, it's not "Winds of Winter" but it is a volume that will, nevertheless, take readers back to Westeros, but not as fans of the "A Song of Ice and Fire" series know the land.
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