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- Weird science: 'This Is Improbable' chronicles the world's strange experiments
Writer Marc Abrahams discusses some of the world's oddest scientific innovations in his book 'This Is Improbable.'
- Charlie Brown's Christmas Stocking
Two never-before-reprinted Peanuts Christmas comic strip 'specials' combine to make the perfect gift book for the holidays
- Reader recommendation: On Saudi Arabia
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- C. S. Lewis: 10 quotes on his birthday Here are 10 quotes to mark the birthday of C.S. Lewis, author of the beloved children's series "The Chronicles of Narnia."
- How well do you know these authors?
Sure, you aced your college lit survey. And maybe you even pick up the occasional "great book" on your own time. But how far do you ever stray off the beaten path? Here's a quiz that mixes some lesser known works with the titles more commonly found on required reading lists. How deep does your literary knowledge run?
- Simon & Schuster will enter the self-publishing world
The publishing giant is teaming up with Author Solutions Inc. to create Archway Publishing, a publishing house which will focus on self-published works.
- 'Hobbit' premiere draws thousands in New Zealand
The premiere of the first film in the 'Hobbit' series, 'The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey,' took place in Wellington, New Zealand and was attended by director Peter Jackson and actors Martin Freeman, Richard Armitage, and Cate Blanchett, among others.
- Louisa May Alcott: 10 quotes on her birthday Here are 10 quotes to mark the birthday of Louisa May Alcott, author of the beloved young adult novel, "Little Women".
- On the Road to Mr. Mineo's
Barbara O'Connor never disappoints. Like her other children's novels, this one is a keeper.
- Reader recommendation: A Wanted Man
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- Detroit City Is the Place to Be
Mark Binelli offers a sharp, sad, insightful look at Detroit – a city so lost that it has made failure chic.
- Reader recommendation: Our Divided Political Heart
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- Bestselling books the week of 11/29/12, according to IndieBound* What's selling best at independent bookstores across America.
- 'Lord of the Rings' quiz: 40 questions to test your knowledge of Middle-earth
‘Lord of the Rings’ fans are anxiously waiting for director Peter Jackson’s first installment in the 'Hobbit' series, titled ‘The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey.’ To pass the time, take this quiz and test your knowledge of all things Middle-earth. Think you’re well-versed in the realm of hobbits, dwarves, wizards, and elves? Take this quiz and find out.