Writers
'Welcome to Sex' author gets positive news after death threats over book
Author and podcaster Yumi Stynes has been under fire over her book, which offers advice on sex and sexuality to children aged 12 to 15.
George R. R. Martin weighs in on Hollywood writers' strike
In his latest blog post, the novelist said that "this year's strike is the most important of my lifetime."
Our dad directed "The Wicker Man". It tore our family apart
I figured out that I'd spent, by then, a grand total of 72 days with my father in all my twelve years.
E. Jean Carroll says she's first to hold Trump "accountable for his lies"
Writer Carroll, who successfully sued Trump for defamation earlier this year, is facing another court battle with the former president.
I was supposed to be on the Titan submersible that imploded
I kept thinking that it could've been my photo on TV. I prayed day and night for the safe return of the crew.
Ken Jennings to host "Jeopardy!" sooner than expected amid Mayim backlash
Jennings has returned to the show, after fellow host Bialik reportedly walked off the Los Angeles set amid the writers' strike.
Tributes pour in for author Cormac McCarthy: "A loss beyond measure"
Author Stephen King remembered McCarthy as "maybe the greatest American novelist of my time."
Sebastian Maniscalco says "stand-up comedy is thriving" amid writers strike
Sebastian Maniscalco, the star of the upcoming movie 'About My Father,' spoke to Newsweek about getting Robert De Niro to play the titular father.
"Jeopardy!" writer posts pic of staff on strike after Ken Jennings backlash
Jennings has faced criticism amid reports he will host this season's remaining episodes after Mayim Bialik walked off the set in solidarity with the writers.
Sylvester Stallone gives full support to writers' strike: "Not appreciated"
Oscar-nominated writer Sylvester Stallone told Newsweek that he sympathizes with writers' "plight" and added that "they're not very appreciated" in Hollywood.
Ken Jennings blasted over replacing Mayim Bialik on "Jeopardy!"
Jennings has reportedly stepped in to replace Bialik after she walked off the "Jeopardy!" set in solidarity with striking writers.
"I'm making thousands using AI to write books"
This approach has been successful. I have an unprecedented rate of production.
The unglamorous life of a Hollywood writer
Amid their profession's strike, screenwriters tell Newsweek about what they say is the dispiriting reality of working in the industry.
TV writer reveals key reason for strike in viral video
"It's not the marketing that convinces us to watch a show—it's the show itself," said Michael Jamin in a TikTok video.
"Tonight Show" employee calls out Jimmy Fallon amid writers' strike
The Writers Guild of America is on strike, leaving late-night talk shows off the air.
Every late-night show shutting down production as writers go on strike
The Writers Guild has called an immediate strike meaning late-night talk shows will be off the air starting Tuesday.
ChatGPT Has Authors To Thank And Business Leaders Should Take Note
AI generation tools like ChatGPT and others have authors to thank for success.
"I'm a former SNL writer, if Trump is re-elected the joke is on America"
In an exclusive Newsweek essay, former Saturday Night Live writer Hugh Fink addresses Trump's recent comments.
It's the First Day of Fall: Celebrate With These Cozy TV Shows and Movies
From "Hocus Pocus" to "Only Murders in the Building," there's no shortage of content to enjoy this fall.
Meghan's Podcast Takes Aim at Journalist Who Called Diana 'Narcissist'
Meghan's recent "Archetypes" podcast featured an audio clip of the late writer Christopher Hitchens who notably criticized Diana after her death.
'She's Not Into You': Couple Criticized For Handling of Marriage Issues
"I can promise you...she's absolutely in the mood. In fact, she's EXTREMELY in the mood. Just not for you," one user commented.
Bodies Found Tied to Tree in Brazil Amid Search for British Journalist
Dom Phillips, who had been writing a book in the Amazon, went missing last week along with expert field guide Bruno Pereira.
'The Next Great Champ' Hopes to Become Best-Selling Author
Boxing champ Otis Griffin breaks down his ambitions as a writer, details his near-death experience, and much more.
There's a Writers Cafe Where You Can't Go Home Until You Hit Your Deadlines
Once inside, inspectors check the writer's progress and they are only allowed to leave once they can show they have finished.
50 Famous Quotes and the Surprising Writers Behind Them
Can you guess who's mind is behind some of the most famous quotes of our time? It might be someone different than you think.
Eric Jerome Dickey, Bestselling Author, Remembered by Writers and Fans
Many people shared stories about sneaking a copy of Dickey's work from an older family member and reading it at an age they were probably too young to take in the work.
Celebrities React to Giuliani's 'Borat' Scene: 'Goodbye Rudy'
Celebrities made fun of Giuliani for getting duped in the film into a precarious situation with GIF threads, stories about their own encounters and more.
Toni Morrison's 1981 Newsweek Cover Story
In the feature, Toni Morrison discussed her childhood, her work and how she felt about being called a "black writer." "Of course I'm a black writer. That's like saying Dostoevsky's not a Russian writer."
12 Writers Share the Worst Thing They Wrote in 2018
We asked Slavoj Žižek, David Weigel and others to share their deepest regrets. It got weird.