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Sally Field realized Burt Reynolds romance 'wouldn't last' after this Oscar moment, author claims

March 8, 2024

Sally Field realized Burt Reynolds romance 'wouldn't last' after this Oscar moment, author claims

"Smokey and the Bandit" co-stars Burt Reynolds and Sally Field had an on-and-off relationship that lasted for five years. Reynolds was married to Loni Anderson from 1988 to 1994.

New book teaches children that those with disabilities are 'different by design' and loved by God

March 7, 2024

New book teaches children that those with disabilities are 'different by design' and loved by God

A new book, "Different by Design" by Monica Mangiacapra of Texas, was inspired by the surprise diagnosis of Down syndrome when her youngest son was born.

Man in Vermont finds library book that was due in 1962, but he has nowhere to return it

March 5, 2024

Man in Vermont finds library book that was due in 1962, but he has nowhere to return it

A Vermont man found an old library book at his late aunt's house, only to discover that there's nowhere he can actually return the book, as the library is closing.

Vacation destinations are often chosen from popular books on the shelf, study says: See if you've read these

March 5, 2024

Vacation destinations are often chosen from popular books on the shelf, study says: See if you've read these

A study found that people take vacation destination recommendations from recent novels they've read — some booking travel immediately after finishing the book.

'90210' star Luke Perry was 'spooked' by comparison to doomed James Dean: 'I don't want to check out early'

March 5, 2024

'90210' star Luke Perry was 'spooked' by comparison to doomed James Dean: 'I don't want to check out early'

Luke Perry, who gained heartthrob status as wealthy rebel Dylan McKay on “Beverly Hills, 90210," died in 2019 after suffering a massive stroke, his publicist said. He was 52.

America's worst ex-presidents: Would these 4 men be on your list?

March 5, 2024

America's worst ex-presidents: Would these 4 men be on your list?

The post-presidency is one of the least studied institutions in American life, and it’s had its ups and downs. But Americans should keep an eye on ex-presidents, says bestselling author Jared Cohen.

Fantasy books under 300 pages you can pick up for a quick read

March 5, 2024

Fantasy books under 300 pages you can pick up for a quick read

While many fantasy books are quite extensive, certain ones tell a story in just a few hundred pages. Pick up one of these short, yet intriguing books you can read fairly quickly.

Begin a book club and run it successfully with these simple steps

March 4, 2024

Begin a book club and run it successfully with these simple steps

A book club is a great way to be introduced to new people and new titles. Book clubs are fairly easy to start and don't take a lot of upkeep to continue. Here's what to know.

Elizabeth Taylor, Richard Burton's 'vulgar' romance a 'surreal fantasy' of yachts and diamonds: book

March 4, 2024

Elizabeth Taylor, Richard Burton's 'vulgar' romance a 'surreal fantasy' of yachts and diamonds: book

"Cleopatra" co-stars Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton were married from 1964 to 1974, and again from 1975 to 1976. Burton died in 1984 at age 58.

Classic Dr. Seuss stories you and your child can read and watch

March 1, 2024

Classic Dr. Seuss stories you and your child can read and watch

Books like "The Cat in the Hat," "How the Grinch Stole Christmas" and "Horton Hears a Who!" have been recreated into movies you can enjoy with your young reader.