The first thing Laura Dave felt was lucky. The author couldn’t have been more thrilled to have Rita Wilson join Jennifer Garner on Season 2 of the hit Apple TV+ series “The Last Thing He Told Me.” “I do have to do a shout out to Rita Wilson,” Dave, 48, who wrote the novel that … Read more
Colleen Hoover has shared a welcome health update after revealing her shocking cancer diagnosis. The “It Ends With Us” author, 46, took to social media over the weekend to clarify that while she was diagnosed with an unspecified form of cancer last year, it has since gone into remission. “Just clarification because of some misleading … Read more
“It Ends With Us” author Colleen Hoover is battling cancer. The 46-year-old writer shared in an Instagram Story on Monday that she’s undergoing treatment at Texas Oncology. “Second to last day of radiation,” Hoover wrote alongside a mirror selfie of herself in a hospital gown. “I wish I could blame my hair and facial expressions … Read more
Author and podcast host Mel Robbins recently opened up about her experience with flight anxiety, sharing a simple mental technique she says helped her manage it. She discussed the approach on a recent episode of the “Delusional Diaries” podcast with hosts Halley Kate and Jaz. Flight anxiety isn’t always about the plane itself, the Vermont-based Robbins said … Read more
Christian author Philip Yancey, who has been married for more than five decades, confessed to engaging in a multi-year affair, telling Christianity Today in a statement that he had “disqualified” himself from ministry. Yancey did not mince words or seek to defend the affair — he acknowledged the sinfulness of his behavior and the devastating consequences of his … Read more
New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you click or buy through our links. Featured pricing is subject to change. What has motivational speaker, Mel Robbins, already achieved in the New Year? The launch of her first consumer product — pocket-sized, 100-calorie protein shots made without any added sugars or … Read more
LONDON — British children’s author and comedian David Walliams has denied allegations of inappropriate behavior after publisher HarperCollins dropped him. Walliams, 54, is one of the U.K.’s bestselling children’s book authors and a former judge on the TV show “Britain’s Got Talent.” In a statement on Friday, HarperCollins said: “After careful consideration, and under the … Read more
Isla Fisher is remembering her “hero” Sophie Kinsella after the bestselling author’s death at the age of 55. The actress, who starred in the film adaptation of Kinsella’s hit novel “Confessions of a Shopaholic,” took to social media to pay tribute to the writer following the news of her tragic passing. “I’m so heartbroken that … Read more
Sophie Kinsella has died at the age of 55. The British author, best known for her 2000 novel, “Confessions of a Shopaholic,” was diagnosed with an “aggressive” form of glioblastoma brain cancer in 2022. Her family announced her passing via Instagram on Wednesday. “We are heartbroken to announce the passing this morning of our beloved … Read more
Author James Patterson believes Marilyn Monroe was murdered, and says the famous actress was “treading in very dangerous waters.” Patterson made the revelation during an interview with The Hollywood Reporter ahead of the release of his new book, “The Last Days of Marilyn Monroe: A True Crime Thriller.” “She had these incredible relationships with President Kennedy, and with Robert Kennedy, … Read more
Daniel Woodrell, the acclaimed author of “Winter’s Bone” and other American novels that captured the essence of the Missouri Ozarks he called home, died Friday. The 72-year-old’s wife, Katie Estill-Woodrell, told the New York Times that he died at their home in West Plains, Missouri, after a battle against pancreatic cancer. He previously beat colon … Read more
Colleen Hoover is ready for the “It Ends With Us” drama to end. The author, 45, made rare comments about Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni’s ongoing legal war in a new interview with Elle, calling the situation “unfortunate” and “disappointing.” “It feels like a circus,” Hoover stated. Colleen Hoover at Book Bonanza in Grapevine, Texas … Read more
Elizabeth Gilbert had murder on her mind — and seriously considered poisoning the love of her life. The popular author underwent a radical life change after penning the best-selling “Eat, Pray, Love” two decades ago, about ending her heterosexual marriage and joyfully traveling the world. She ended up with the guy she famously fell in … Read more
Prince Andrew and Jeffrey Epstein bonded over “money and sex.” The claim was made by author Andrew Lownie, who has written an explosive new book about the disgraced Duke of York, “Entitled: The Rise and Fall of the House of York.” It’s based on years of investigations and interviews with hundreds of sources. It aims to … Read more
Prince William’s alleged reservations about Meghan Markle are the main obstacle to a reconciliation with his estranged brother, Prince Harry, a prominent royal author has claimed. The Prince of Wales, 43, has reportedly not spoken to his younger brother for over two years — and their already-damaged bond was made worse with the release of … Read more
Prince Andrew has no future within the royal fold and is “annoyed” over the lack of his royal status, according to a prominent author. The disgraced Duke of York, 65, is reportedly still licking his wounds three years on from being stripped of his royal and military titles, as well as patronages. According to author … Read more
Louis Sachar really intended to be a lawyer. But, in between starting law school at the Hastings College of Law in 1977 and graduating in 1980, he published his first book, “Sideways Stories from Wayside School.” The zany, often surreal compendium of classroom antics went on to become a young adult classic, spawning a four-book … Read more
In the late 19th century, Mark Twain was arguably the most famous author in the world, with classics like “The Adventures of Tom Sawyer” (1876) and “Life on the Mississippi” (1883) cementing his status as a cultural icon. But despite his accomplishments, Twain seethed at the idea that anyone might criticize him. Mark Twain around the time … Read more
King Lorne. Susan Morrison, author of the biography “Lorne: The Man Who Invented Saturday Night Live,” recently appeared on Dax Shepard’s “Armchair Expert” podcast and explained how Lorne Michaels handled Chris Farley’s struggles with drugs and alcohol on the “SNL” set. Morrison recalled that Michaels, 80, went into overdrive to help Farley after original cast member … Read more
When Paul McCartney wrote “Yesterday,” it was a new day for The Beatles — and especially for his relationship with John Lennon. The 1965 chart-topper signaled the beginning of a new creative chapter for him and Lennon, forever changing the dynamic in the duo. “Paul writes this incredible song. He can’t actually believe that he’s … Read more