JODI PICOULT

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The fall book season will be packed with new works by such high-profile authors as Jonathan Franzen, Sally Rooney and Colson Whitehead.

The Oregon Coast is featured in a collection of mini-essays by American writers published online by the Frommer's guidebook company about places they believe helped shape and define America. The resulting collection of mini-essays, including contributions from memoirist Cheryl Strayed, novelist Jodi Picoult, humorist David Sedaris and activist Gloria Steinem, was organized by Frommer’s, the travel guidebook company. But “with the virus surging, we felt it was irresponsible for us to put together a story that pushes travel,” she said. A 17th entry comes from Frommer herself, writing in collaboration with her father, Arthur, who founded the guidebook company that bears their name. These “gifted storytellers … don’t pull their punches when discussing the mistakes the founders made, (the acceptance of slavery foremost among them) or the tumultuous nature of the debates that rang off these walls,” the Frommers wrote.

Jodi Picoult is the best-selling author behind 23 novels in 23 years. She is known for her tear-jerking plot lines and dark, twisted narratives, but her new book shows a lighter side. She joins “CBS This Morning” with her daughter and co-author Samantha Van Leer to discuss their second young adult novel called “Off the Page.”

"Leaving Time": Jodi Picoult on new book, writing and family life An author for over two decades, Picoult's dark plot lines and compelling narratives about love, relationships and family resonate with readers. An author for over two decades, Picoult's dark plot lines and compelling narratives about love, relationships and family resonate with readers. Picoult joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss her newest title, "Leaving Time."