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It's hard to believe that The Story of Edgar Sawtelle -- a book that is long but never long-winded -- was David Wroblewski's first book.

Oprah Winfrey has chosen as her latest Book Club pick The Story of Edgar Sawtelle by David Wroblewski. The novel is about a fourteen year old mute boy in rural Wisconsin.

Akpan's novel is a compilation of stories about Africa's children. The lives of an African street family are portrayed in the first story, 'An Ex-Mas Feast.'

Oprah Book Club author's novel features four women who must overcome both themselves and each other to survive when a luxury vacation cruise goes awry

Testimony is the latest bestseller from award winning author, Anita Shreve. A multiple cast narrate the audiobook, bringing an interesting dimension to the reading.

Publishers are already bracing for what will happen to Oprah's Book Club and ultimately book sales when Oprah leaves her show in 2011.

It’s National Library Week and many stars have openly revealed their secrets, at least when it comes to naming their favourite books.

This is a review of the World Without End audiobook by Ken Follett and read by Richard E Grant. The story gives us an intriguing insight into life in medieval Britain.

Introduce yourself to the Mulvaneys, witness their heart-wrenching story, meet unforgettable characters, and fall in love with a real family with real problems.

A brief snapshot biography of the life and work of African-American author Maya Angelou.

Midwives author Chris Bohjalian has written a remarkable novel. The Double Bind explores issues of homelessness and mental illness within the context of a thriller.

Here's how to get the most out of book club. These 6 reasons to discuss novels or non-fiction books will revive the spark, even if you're not part of Oprah's book club.

Over the years books wirtten by minority authors have repeatedly fallen under the axe. Here is a compilation of the most banned books by minority authors for 1999-2000

Oprah WInfrey introduces a children's reading section to her website to encourage and promote reading among kids of all ages.

A review of the reasoning and purpose behind Canadian spiritual writer Eckhart Tolle's second book, A New Earth.

The Road is a well respected piece of literature, with a 2007 Pulitzer under its belt. But this piece of high art can also be read as genre fiction.

Narrating a wisdom story requires no theatrical training, just honest self-reflection and a willingness to share a story of mistakes made and lessons learned.

The end of Oprah's show isn't the end of Oprah. Instead of mourning, Oprah viewers can appreciate the years watching the show and look forward to her new ventures ahead.

Bring something unexpected to the next reading group meeting: a book-centric recipe. Check out these books for some fun and flavorful ideas.

Choosing which books a reading group will focus their attention on is an essential part of planning a book club. Here's some tips to make the selection process easy.

An overview of the argument of whether the internet promotes or hinders modern literacy.

Oprah and her O magazine staff once again offer fans a list of the summer's best books. Memoir, mystery and romance are only some of the list's wide variety of offerings.

This fun middle-grade novel will captivate boys and girls alike with adventure, powers, danger, and everything else that comes along with a thirteenth birthday.

Sometimes writing when you have kids feels impossible, but it isn't. Here are some tips on how to be successful both as writer and a mother.

Kathy Griffin returned to The View with her New York Times best selling book. The feisty redhead even showed her Kate is Enough spoof in front of co-host Kate Gosselin.

Doris Lessing, the 2007 Nobel Prize in Literature winner, joins a group of only ten other women who have been named Nobel Laureates in Literature.

Books have the capacity to change lives. Roxanne J. Coady and Joy Johannessen compiled essays from 71 noted writers on the book that has made a difference in their lives.

A son promises his dying mother that he would look after his schizophrenic brother while trying to unravel his true identity. An intense tale of destruction and rebirth.

When Arlyn's dad dies, the teen believes the man she is destined to be with will soon arrive. Skylight Confessions explores the relationship of two polar opposites.

Touring a book of poems is a good way to distribute it and promote the poet's name. Selecting the best venues and locating funding is necessary first however.

Edwidge Danticat is a master storyteller who allows her readers to experience the Hatian culture, history and emotions through her insightful and compelling writing.