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Dolly Parton Shoots Down Nickname 'Double D,' Calls Herself 'Motivational Speaker' With 'Dream More' Memoir

Dolly Parton is back in headlines with shooting down a nickname that is based on her chest area. Dolly Parton is back in headlines with shooting down a nickname that is based on her chest area.

'Elsewhere' by Richard Russo: Pulitzer Prize Winning Fiction Author Pens Memoir of Small Town Life, Mother's Mental Illness

Author Richard Russo has reflected on his life and small town upbringing through his award winning fiction for the last 26 years. In his new book "Elsewhere," though, all ciphers are thrown out the window. This is Russo unvarnished.

Checking Steven Spielberg's "Lincoln" Movie for Accuracy with Biographer James McPherson

Just how accurate is the film's portrayal of the greatest man to wear a stovepipe hat? With its release over Thanksgiving weekend, audiences the world over are falling in love with Steven Spielberg's historical epic, "Lincoln," but just how accurate is the film's portrayal of the greatest man to ever wear a stovepipe hat? Hollywood doesn't have the best track record when it comes to preserving historical accuracy in period films and biopics - remember that airplane flying over Brad Pitt's shoulder in "Troy"? - but biographer James McPherson says not to worry with "Lincoln.

Before Gen. David Petraeus Scandal Broke, Paula Broadwell Angled For ‘Military Expert’ Job with TV Networks

As more details come to light about Gen. David Petraeus's affair with biographer Paula Broadwell, the story only continues to get weirder.

New ‘Star Wars’ Writers Confirmed, Could We See Spin-Offs Before Episodes 8, 9?

Like Jabba the Hutt removing his belt at the end of a long day, the "Star Wars" universe continues to rapidly expand beyond the limits of our imaginations.

Grace Coddington's New Memoir Reveals Fashion-Over-Everything, 'Tumultuous Love Life'

Grace Coddington recently came out with a memoir about her private life growing up, her rise to fame, and the many people she worked with over the years at Vogue.

'Love Lies Bleeding' Author Slams 'Fifty Shades of Grey,' Claims Her Book is 'Much More Erotic' Than E.L. James Trilogy

If you thought "Fifty Shades of Grey" was erotic, think again. Another author is saying that her biography is way better than E.L. James' steamy trilogy.

Salma Hayek Options National Book Award Finalist 'Boy Kings of Texas' for Film

Sometimes losing is even better than winning. Sometimes losing is even better than winning. After his story "The Boy Kings of Texas" was nominated for the National Book Award for nonfiction, eventually losing, Salma Hayek has optioned author Domingo Martinez's memoir for a film.

'Twilight' Fan-Fiction Becoming a Genre? Another Erotic Edward, Bella Story, 'Beautiful Bastard,' to Release February 2013

"Twilight" fan-fiction may be becoming its own genre as another Twi-hard gets a book deal because of their Edward/Bella fantasies.

Simon & Schuster Launches New Self-Publishing Division, Increased Popularity Thanks to Amazon Kindle

Simon & Schuster recently launched a self-publishing division for writers on Tuesday, according to Reuters.

Remembering Zig Ziglar: Author, Motivational Speaker Dies at 86

Known for books like "See You at the Top," author, motivational speaker, and salesman Zig Ziglar has died at 86-years-old

Todd Akin May Write A Book For Next Job Amid Losing Senate Race and 'New Fame'

Todd Akin is seemingly looking for another way to be in the spotlight, starting with writing a book.

Third Elmo Accuser Describes Relationship with Kevin Clash in Memoir

A third mans who claims to have engaged in an underage relationship with Elmo puppeteer Kevin Clash "gushes about his alleged encounter" in his memoir.

'The Last Man' by Vince Flynn Bumps 'Fifty Shades of Grey' on Bestseller Lists [REVIEWS]

Author Vince Flynn brings back CIA agent Mitch Rapp in his next novel "The Last Man." Author Vince Flynn brings back CIA agent Mitch Rapp in his next novel "The Last Man.

Tyler Perry Sued: Author Terri Donald Alleges Filmmaker Stole Plot for "Good Deeds"

Apparently, anyone really can write a Tyler Perry movie. Apparently, anyone really can write a Tyler Perry movie. Author Terri Donald is alleging as much, suing the filmmaker in federal court.

'Loving the Band:' A One Direction Fan-Faction by Emily Baker

Fan Fiction is becoming the starting point for rising authors as another writer pinned a book deal for her fantasy fiction of the boy band One Direction.

'Girl Meets World' Pilot Stars Danielle Fishel, Ben Savage as Cory, Topanga Matthews With Daughter Riley

It looks like the story of Cory Matthews and Topanga Lawrence still continue after 12 years of not knowing what happen after the last episode, and the cast members will return to bring the story back to life.

Neil Young 'Waging Heavy Peace' in Live Twitter Q&A to Promote Memoir

While he might be a rocker well into his twilight years, musician Neal Young continues to prove he can surprise fans just as he did when he first hit the stage 50 years ago.

'Catching Fire' New Movie Photos on Set, Josh Hutcherson Teases Arena Details From Film, IMAX Parts 'Amazing, Very Cool' [VIDEO]

"Catching Fire" filming is underway in Hawaii. New photos recently surfaced, and Josh Hutcherson gave fans something to think about.

Jenna Bush Hager Hired as Editor at Large for ‘Southern Living’ Magazine

Jenna Bush Hager may have left Texas for New York, but Texas hasn't left her. Jenna Bush Hager may have left Texas for New York, but Texas hasn't left her.

'Breaking Dawn Part 2' Trio Robert Pattinson, Kristen Stewart, Taylor Lautner to Receive Luxury Cars as Special Thanks? [REVIEWS]

"Breaking Dawn Part 2" has been out in theaters almost two weeks now, and with sales soaring, who else to thank but the three main characters of the film?

Samsung Galaxy S4 Smartphone Specs Leak, Release Date in 2013?

As consumers continue to snap up Samsung's bestselling Galaxy SIII and Note 2 smartphones, numerous rumors suggest the specs for the upcoming Galaxy S4 handset have been leaked.

'Fifty Shades of Grey' Movie Casting Madness: Henry Cavill Hinting at Christian Grey Role? Mechanical Talk, A Gag Order?

Henry Cavill is giving fans what they want: Some time of acknowledgement that he is a fan favorite for Christian Grey.

Apple Confirm New iMac Desktop Computer Release Date Friday Nov. 30

Apple has confirmed the company will release its recently debuted new iMac desktop computer Friday, Nov. 30.

Walmart, Amazon Announce Cyber Week Deals on Android Tablets, Samsung Smartphones, HDTVs

Like the eye of the holiday shopping hurricane, you knew it couldn't be over already. Like the eye of the holiday shopping hurricane, you knew it couldn't be over already.

Nokia Lumia 920 vs Samsung ATIV S vs HTC Windows Phone 8X: New Microsoft Update, High Demand, But Supply Issues [SPECS, PRICE]

Windows Phone 8 is getting an update, which might lure customers to get their hands on three of the top Microsoft phones: Samsung ATIV S, Nokia Lumia 920, HTC Windows Phone 8X.

Wii Mini on Sale at Best Buy, Nintendo Launches Dec. 7 in Time for Holiday 2012 Shopping Season

First the Wii U came out, now Nintendo is launching Wii Mini, but only in Canada. First the Wii U came out, now Nintendo is launching Wii Mini, but only in Canada.

Kindle Fire HD Tablet Scores Record Sales Cyber Monday, Says Amazon, But is It Making a Profit?

Amazon's new Kindle Fire HD tablet was one of the must-have items of the shopping holiday, hitting record sales figures,

Dolly Parton Rumors on Being Gay Denied, New 'Dream More' Memoir Reveal Country Singer's View on Life, Excerpt [VIDEO]

Dolly Parton is making headlines after denying gay rumors and talking about her new memoir "Dream More."

Fox News Ends Interview: Author Thomas Ricks Says Network 'Hyped' Benghazi, is 'Wing of Republican Party' (Video)

Fox News abruptly ended its interview with Thomas Ricks after the author accused the network of "hyping" the killing of four Americans in Benghazi, Libya.

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