Books

Latest News

1. 

   FX Developing 'Conquistadors' Limited Series

   11:00 am 4/2/2013

   • by Lesley Goldberg

   Based on the book "Last Day of the Incas," this marks the latest addition to the network's rapidly growing event series coffers.Read more

   • 93
   • 68
   • 2
2. 

   Tomorrowland Music Festival Getting Comic Book Series (Exclusive)

   6:00 am 4/2/2013

   • by Aaron Couch

   Eisner-winning writer Paul Jenkins is teaming with Titan Comics to tackle the popular electronic dance gala.Read more

   • 46
   • 66
   • 1
3. 

   Agatha Christie Estate Signs With WME

   12:19 pm 4/1/2013

   • by Tatiana Siegel

   As one of the most enduring mystery authors of all time, the British writer is coveted for spawning numerous franchises.Read more

   • 44
   • 61
   • 3

4. Al Capp: A Life to The Contrary: Book Review

   8:00 am 3/30/2013

   • by Alex Ben Block

   A new biography of the “Li’l Abner” creator looks at the groundbreaking cartoon and the man behind it. Read more

   • 24
   • 102
   • 1
5. 

   Brothers Emanuel: Book Review

   10:00 am 3/29/2013

   • by Andy Lewis

   Older brother Zeke reveals what it was like growing up with future WME co-chair Ari and Chicago Mayor Rahm.Read more

   • 4
   • 49
   • 0
6. 

   Ex-'Seinfeld' Writer on 'Curb,' His Book and Why 'Girls' Is the Only Comedy He Can Stand

   6:49 pm 3/28/2013

   • by Aaron Couch

   Peter Mehlman, who coined “spongeworthy” and “yada, yada,” tells THR why he thinks the "Modern Seinfeld" parody Twitter account is "unbelievable" and reveals the inspiration behind his new work, "Mandela Was Late."Read more

   • 100
   • 85
   • 0
7. 

   Amazon Acquires Publishing-Oriented Social Media Site Goodreads

   2:14 pm 3/28/2013

   • by Andy Lewis

   The online giant solidifies its dominant place in ebooks by adding the site that allows book lovers to recommend titles and start reading clubs. Read more

   • 35
   • 149
   • 10
8. 

   Lawyer Bob Barnett: Amanda Knox Book Will 'Shock You to the Core'

   2:43 pm 3/26/2013

   • by Andy Lewis

   The man behind blockbuster book contracts for both Clintons and Ann Curry's exit deal from "Today" says the memoirist, who scored $4 million for "Waiting to Be Heard," went through "every person's nightmare."Read more

   • 61
   • 51
   • 0
9. 

   Amanda Knox Book, Interview Still Set for April 30 Despite Italian Court Ruling

   2:17 pm 3/26/2013

   • by Andy Lewis

   HarperCollins' plans for "Waiting to Be Heard," the memoir from the American college student caught up in her roommate's murder investigation, remain unchanged following a ruling striking down her acquittal, and a sit-down with ABC's Diane Sawyer will go on as planned.Read more

   • 15
   • 71
   • 0
10. 

    Columbia Picks Up Movie Rights to YA Novel 'Seeker' (Exclusive)

    3:31 pm 3/22/2013

    • by Borys Kit

    Mark Gordon, the producer whose credits include "Speed," "Saving Private Ryan" and "Source Code," will produce the adaptation. Read more

    • 330
    • 172
    • 0