James Patterson hopes for a gem with 'Treasure Hunters' May 17, 2013 James Patterson's new passion is a series of books for readers ages 7 to 13.

E-book sales are up 43%, but that's still a 'slowdown' May 16, 2013 The increase is less than in previous years, and hardcovers still outsell e-books.

Dante's 'Inferno' inspired Dan Brown's 'Inferno' May 14, 2013 Adventuresome professor Robert Langdon, returns in a novel inspired by Dante's 'Inferno.'

New Voices: Chinese-American author Bill Cheng May 15, 2013 His debut novel, 'Southern Cross the Dog,' is about a young black man in Mississippi.

In a digital world, print books maintain appeal May 15, 2013 Some people love their e-readers, but there are still some who want to see it on paper.

Dan Brown has 'no doubt' 'Inferno' will be a movie May 14, 2013 Dan Brown's 'Inferno' likely will become a movie, but 'The Lost Symbol' comes first.

USA TODAY's Best-Selling Books list February 18, 2013 USA TODAY's Best-Selling Books list

Excerpt: 'We Are Water' by Wally Lamb May 12, 2013 Read an excerpt of the upcoming book from the author of two of Oprah's Book Club selections.

Graduation gift guide: Books beyond 'Oh, the Places You'll Go' May 15, 2013 A guide to the perfect books to give your grad.

Weekend picks for book lovers May 18, 2013 Spend your weekend racing through Dan Brown's cinematic new thriller, 'Inferno.'

Book Buzz: Scarlett Johansson to direct Truman Capote work May 16, 2013 Plus, check out the cover of James Patterson's 'Treasure Hunters.'

Book Buzz: Watch John Green's inspirational commencement speech May 15, 2013 Plus, 'Duck Dynasty' is a hit on the best seller list

Five reasons 'Gatsby' is the great American novel May 07, 2013 The fifth film version of 'The Great Gatsby' sparks debate over the novel's greatness.