books

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Publishers say certain types of books still fare well—including celebrity memoirs and religious titles.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026

The host gave her a platform to speak thoughtfully about the effects of the pandemic, her relationship to books and, at one point, allowed her to ask him whatever she liked.

From Los Angeles Times • May 18, 2026

It had around $8.4 billion of long-term debt on its books at the end of the first quarter, against a cash balance of $9.3 billion.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026

He delighted in seeing his immigrant mother and her co-workers, who sometimes worked 12 hour days, learn about culture and books from shows like Colbert’s.

From Los Angeles Times • May 18, 2026

Although the desk was as well-ordered as before, the two chairs facing it were loaded with files and books.

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu