Mike Wallace profiles Henry Miller, author of such controversial books as "Tropic of Cancer," and Erica Jong, the young novelist whose bestseller, "Fear of Flying," introduced a powerful new frankness about women and sexuality

Mike Wallace profiles Henry Miller, author of such controversial books as "Tropic of Cancer," and Erica Jong, the young novelist whose bestseller, "Fear of Flying," introduced a powerful new frankness about women and sexuality. In addition to a shared enthusiasm for beating down barriers of erotic literature, the two writers are also good friends. Originally broadcast August 17, 1975.

• Oct 16, 2015
• 12:32

“City on Fire" is this season's most talked-about new book

New York in July of 1977 faced a blackout that lasted more than a day. CBS News cameras captured that summer's looting, arson and chaos. That era inspired a first-time novelist Garth Risk Hallberg, and now, “City on Fire" is this season's most talked-about new book. New Yorkers in the '70s lived with constant unease, the Big Apple nearly went bankrupt and the "Son of Sam" killings terrorized millions. Jeff Glor spoke to Risk Hallberg about the novel that sparked a bidding war and a huge advance.

• Oct 15, 2015
• 04:52

In his controversial best-seller, "The Game," Neil Strauss infiltrated a group of pickup artists

In his controversial best-seller, "The Game," Neil Strauss infiltrated a group of pickup artists, revealing the secrets of seduction, including "negging.” Ten years later, Strauss is out with "The Truth: An Uncomfortable Book about Relationships." Strauss joins “CBS This Morning” and opens up about cheating, monogamy and how he changed.

• Oct 13, 2015
• 05:33

She talks candidly about her journey with the disease that took her from fear to determination to hope

After her husband's second run at the White House in 2012, Ann Romney started writing a memoir about her fight against multiple sclerosis. She was first diagnosed in 1998. Now for the first time, she talks candidly about her journey with the disease that took her from fear to determination to hope. Romney helped found a new center to help other people with MS, ALS, Parkinson's and Alzheimer's disease. Romney joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss her new book, “In This Together.”

• Sep 28, 2015
• 06:28

Jackie Collins, known for telling stories of sex and power, has died of breast cancer at 77

Jackie Collins, known for telling stories of sex and power, has died of breast cancer at 77. CBS News correspondent Don Dahler reports on the best-selling author.

• Sep 20, 2015
• 01:54

The best-selling author introduced readers to Jack Reacher in 1997, who is becoming one of fiction’s most wildly-loved characters

The best-selling author introduced readers to Jack Reacher in 1997, who is becoming one of fiction’s most wildly-loved characters. In 2012, Tom Cruise brought the ex-military investigator to the big screen, playing the man who comes and goes without explanation. Child joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss bringing Reacher back for the 20th time in his new book “Make Me.”

• Sep 7, 2015
• 03:59

For more than a decade, listeners tuned in to hear Tess Vigeland host the public radio program, “Marketplace”

For more than a decade, listeners tuned in to hear Tess Vigeland host the public radio program, “Marketplace.” But in 2012 she decided to quit her dream job without the safety net of knowing what she would do next. Tess Vigeland joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss her new book called, “Leap: Leaving a Job with No Plan B to Find the Career and Life You Really Want.”

• Sep 1, 2015
• 04:19

Some of the hottest books this summer are selling faster than they can be printed, but no one is buying them to see words or photos

Some of the hottest books this summer are selling faster than they can be printed, but no one is buying them to see words or photos. Vinita Nair reports on how adult coloring books are drawing attention.

• Aug 27, 2015
• 04:05

“The Rabbit Who Wants To Fall Asleep,” is number one on Amazon’s best-seller list

Can a story about a bunny bring relief for parents with sleepless kids? A Swedish psychologist’s book, “The Rabbit Who Wants To Fall Asleep,” is number one on Amazon’s best-seller list. But is it a magical cure or just a tall tale? Dr. Carol Ash, director of sleep medicine at Meridian Health in New Jersey, joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss how this book could affect kids.

• Aug 21, 2015
• 03:23

Weiner has more than 12 million copies of her books in print that have already spent a combined total of more than five years on the New York Times Best Sellers list

Weiner has more than 12 million copies of her books in print that have already spent a combined total of more than five years on the New York Times Best Sellers list. Weiner joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss her new novel and her first love story, "Who Do You Love."

• Aug 11, 2015
• 04:50

She has written eight memoirs and four novels, selling over one million books

After a coroporate layoff in 2001, Jen Lancaster earned a massive following through her online blog where she shared her unemployment frustrations. After 14 years, she is now a New York Times best selling author of eight memoirs and four novels, selling over one million books. Lancaster joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss her new novel, "The Best of Enemies."

• Aug 6, 2015
• 03:54

Harper Lee's sequel to "To Kill a Mockingbird" was released today. While some fans line up at bookstores to buy the novel, others are skeptical of the controversial reviews and evolution of Lee's characters

Harper Lee's sequel to "To Kill a Mockingbird" was released today. While some fans line up at bookstores to buy the novel, others are skeptical of the controversial reviews and evolution of Lee's characters. By Liz Hamel.

• Jul 14, 2015
• 01:00

There's criticism clouding the upcoming release of Harper Lee's second novel, "Go Set A Watchman."

There's criticism clouding the upcoming release of Harper Lee's second novel, "Go Set A Watchman." As CBS News correspondent Michelle Miller explains, fans are distraught over Atticus Finch's change in racial attitude.

• Jul 13, 2015
• 02:20

"Between the World and Me," is written as a letter to his 14-year-old son on what it means to be black in America

The author says he is terrified by the number of unarmed black men who have died at the hands of police. His new book, "Between the World and Me," is written as a letter to his 14-year-old son on what it means to be black in America. Coates joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the tough advice he gives to his son and the country.

• Jul 13, 2015
• 06:58

Online retailer Amazon celebrates its 20th anniversary

Online retailer Amazon celebrates its 20th anniversary. CNET senior associate editor Iyaz Akhtar talks to CBSN about the Internet giant.

• Jul 6, 2015
• 02:12

Patterson joins “CBS This Morning” with a preview of the series

In the last decade, Patterson sold more books than any other author, and 114 of them became New York Times bestsellers, helping him sell 305 million copies. His latest novels out this month are adult thriller “Truth or Die” and “Just My Rotten Luck,” part of the middle school kid series. His 2012 book “Zoo” is being turned into a thrilling summer TV Series, premiering Tuesday on CBS. Patterson joins “CBS This Morning” with a preview of the series.

• Jun 30, 2015
• 05:59

It is a tale of three families connected to three tragic planes crashes in the city of Elizabeth, New Jersey during the winter of 1951-1952

It is a tale of three families connected to three tragic planes crashes in the city of Elizabeth, New Jersey, during the winter of 1951-1952. Blume’s past works have traditionally focused on issues young readers can connect to but Blume’s new book takes on a very adult tone. The iconic author joins “CBS This Morning” to talk about the new book and her historic literary career.

• Jun 2, 2015
• 04:49

Jodi Picoult is the best-selling author behind 23 novels in 23 years

Jodi Picoult is the best-selling author behind 23 novels in 23 years. She is known for her tear-jerking plot lines and dark, twisted narratives, but her new book shows a lighter side. She joins “CBS This Morning” with her daughter and co-author Samantha Van Leer to discuss their second young adult novel called “Off the Page.”

• May 28, 2015
• 04:33

Merriam-Webster added more than 1,700 words to its dictionary, including "emoji," "net neutrality" and "meme"

Merriam-Webster added more than 1,700 words to its dictionary, including "emoji," "net neutrality" and "meme." CBSN's Elaine Quijano and Meg Oliver have more.

• May 27, 2015
• 00:37

Mario Testino is known for capturing some of the world's sexiest photos

Mario Testino is known for capturing some of the world's sexiest photos. His images of models and celebrities appear in Vanity Fair and Vogue. He has also worked for Gucci and Versace. Anthony Mason reports on how Testino is taking his lens in different directions.

• May 21, 2015
• 04:28

The infamous terrorist had an extensive digital library

The infamous terrorist had an extensive digital library. As Mark Phillips reports, the digitized books and thousands of internal al Qaeda memos reveal a dark view and a threatening intent toward his sworn American enemy.

• May 20, 2015
• 01:54

The married mother of three graduated with a degree in English from Smith College

The married mother of three graduated with a degree in English from Smith College, but decided to pursue a more lucrative career developing software. Now, as Michelle Miller reports, Wild is being heralded among the hottest in adult fiction.

• May 19, 2015
• 04:36

Blume is known for writing groundbreaking books for and about adolescents and now she is writing a novel about her own youth

Blume is known for writing groundbreaking books for and about adolescents and now she is writing a novel about her own youth. Rita Braver reports on the renowned author who says she has always been drawn towards taboo subjects.

• May 17, 2015
• 05:50

At age 43 Musk has a new venture, Solar-City, to make batteries for storing solar energy

Elon Musk sold his company, Paypal, for $200 million in 2002 to start Space-X, the only private rocket company to launch a spacecraft into orbit and bring it back, and the electric car company Tesla. At age 43 Musk has a new venture, Solar-City, to make batteries for storing solar energy. Author of a new autobiography “Elon Musk: Tesla, Space-X, and the Quest of a Fantastic Future,” Ashlee Vance joins “CBS This Morning: Saturday” to discuss his remarkable career.

• May 16, 2015
• 03:28

The world-renowned photographer soared to fame in the '90s and released a series of images called "Immediate Family”

The world-renowned photographer soared to fame in the '90s and released a series of images called "Immediate Family.” Twenty-five years later, Mann looks at her remarkable career in a new memoir called “Hold Still.” She opens up to Charlie Rose in a rare interview at the Gagosian Gallery, surrounded by her iconic work.

• May 12, 2015
• 07:17

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