NOVELS

How did you become the author of ten 'Star Trek' novels?: William Shatner On The Star Trek Books

Hoping for a publishing break, writer Don Britt is working on 24 novels, Adam Hunter reports.

Author Paul Auster talks about why he disagrees with Philip Roth's statement that books are dying. In the video he talks about the importance of books and novels. He also shares his thoughts on literature in the internet age.

This is a video overview of the novels, "Change for a Twenty" and "Round Trip." Think fast. Where are your nearest condoms? Approximately 70% of new HIV positive patients are African American women. Visit www.shamontiel.com for order details.

This is a short video review of the alternate Civil War trilogy written by Newt Gingrich and William Forstchen. The novels in the trilogy are Gettysburg, Grant Comes East, and Never Call Retreat.

Visit Massachusetts with Anne Easter Smith as she talks about how she researches every detail in her historic novels.

Get a behind-the-scenes look at the photos, sketches and notes Martin Cruz Smith compiles as he researches his novels.

Kathy Reichs' job as a forensic anthropologist inspired her to write novels based on her career. WatchMojo chats with Reichs about her Virals series, and what comes next for her in terms of her writing.

Learn about Jane Austen's last novels and her dying days.

Learn about D.H Lawrence's final novels and his final living days.

The UK's Guardian is reporting that thousands of New Zealand residents are protesting to keep production of The Hobbit - the prequel to the Lord of the Rings trilogy - in their home country, which is considered by many fans to be the embodiment of Middle Earth, the fictional setting of the novels.2,000 to 3,000 protestors have turned up in the capital, Wellington, and other cities, such as Auckland and Christchurch, dressed as characters from JRR Tolkien's novels, carrying signs that read "New Zealand is Middle Earth" and "We Love Hobbits."The current local union dispute over pay and work conditions have led film producers to consider moving the filming to another country, such as the UK, Canada or Australia. The reaction to the potential relocation has led even New Zealand's prime minister, John Key, to weigh in on the issue. Key said there was a 50-50 chance filming would remain in the country, but a number of issues still needed to be resolved.Filming of The Hobbit is scheduled to b

Mystery, Crime and Thriller Novels are the genre most read

As the final third of the twentieth century begins, Cameron Ross Gordon is confronted with the same kinds of issues that parents and business professionals are facing today. As a single father who commutes into New York each day, he needs all the support he can get. A Season of Transitions, the first in a trilogy of novels about Cam Gordon, is a true-to-life account of a man dealing with his son's drug problem, the possible loss of a blue-chip job, and his ongoing but cautious search for an enduring relationship.

In this episode of The Lab, Daddy Clay interviews Jarrett Krosoczka, author and illustrator of the popular children's books series - Lunch Lady. These graphic novels tell the story of a crime fighting cafeteria worker who saves the school using an assortment of spy gadgets made out of common kitchen items. These books are great for parents who want to encourage their young readers.

Learn about Jane Austen's life, family and novels part 3/12.

His comic fantasy novels have garnered him comparisons to Steinbeck and Vonnegut, and a loyal cult following. WatchMojo.com chats with author Christopher Moore about his creations and his process.

Giles Blunt, best known for his series of novels following detective John Cardinal, discusses his most recent effort, Breaking Lorca.

Author John Irving talks about how no novels have surpassed the splendor and sense of eminence of the nineteenth century novelists, with their richly textured characters, intensely visible milieu and wondrous storylines.

Jim Lehrer, anchor on "The News Hour With Jim Lehrer", says he writes about people fighting like hell to be successful.

Graphic novelist David Small doesn't care if you call his "Stitches" a "comic book," but his inspiration lies with the likes of Tolstoy and Flaubert.

Vampire novel trailer: Heather has reached the pinnacle of the publishing world through weaving suspenseful plots in romantic novels featuring vampires, but to David, her fiction threatens to toast a whole generation of readers in the broiler of Hell. So, he writes his own book to enlighten the world about the dangers and evil of vampire glorification - but his ardor for battle with Heather is diminished by his strong attraction to her. As David's life of service to God poses continual challenges, he struggles to deal with the romantic tug of war that threatens to paralyze him and unravel the tapestry of his ministry...

Many people start novels but never finish them. If you are thinking about writing one, here are some ways to follow through.

Cute in the face and thin in the waist, Larissa Calhoun has had one bad relationship after another, causing her to explore her life's purpose: to make all men pay. In the midst of her drama, her rise to fame comes unexpectedly as her novels top the New York Times and Essence Magazine best seller's lists, and things are going great - that is, until she discovers her ex-lover has become a pastor at one of the biggest mega churches in the south. Using this as an excuse, Larissa converts back to her vengeful ways in the hopes of finding out if the old saying is true: "Once a cheater, always a cheater."

From picture books to young adult novels, there are certain rules newer children's book authors should never break. Here they are!

From http://cbiclubhouse.com the essential children's writing resource. From picture books to young adult novels, there are certain rules newer children's book authors should never break. Here they are!

She came, she cooked, she conquered. Squid beaks, tentacles and ink sacs, Oh my. I read cookbooks the way some women read romance novels, but there are certain recipes that make me feel more like I'm reading a Stephen King novel. They fascinate and thrill me, but when I thin

Learn how to become a writer. Fiction author Nairne Holtz explains that writing novels is not the same as blogging, and gives some useful tips.

Pulp Secret - Comics News and Reviews -- In this special episode of The Stack Alex and Justin talk with Peter David. First David talks about writing his epic X-Factor/She-Hulk crossover. Then he talks about the challenges of adapting his stories for Secret Invasion. Next we check out David's new title at IDW Sir Apropos of Nothing (based on a character from his novels). Finishing up we look at the future of The Dark Tower. Don't miss it! (12:08)

"There are some similarities between The Da Vinci Code and The Embroidered Corpse. I want to mention three, the rest I'll leave to the reader to discover for their pleasure. First, both Dan Brown and Brian Kavanaugh are great researchers. Their novels provide history lessons that make the reader curious about the past. (If as a reader you don't find yourself googling and researching the Holy Grail or Bayeux Tapestry, then you're probably curiosity-challenged.) The second similarity is how aptly they were able to blend history with fiction to make a compelling mystery."
"One can only hope that Kavanaugh has (another) one in the works. I'd like to see what Belinda, Mark and Hazel are doing in the future."