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The Housemaid Author Freida McFadden Reveals Colleagues' Reaction to Learning Her Real Identity

Though The Housemaid author Freida McFadden publicly disclosed her true identity as brain disorder doctor Sara Cohen on April 8, she detailed how her colleagues reacted to the news months earlier.

April 9, 2026

Housemaid Author Freida McFadden Finally Reveals Her Real Identity

The Housemaid author Freida McFadden finally revealed her true identity after years of fan speculation, explaining she was "tired of this being secret."

April 9, 2026

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How a New Kids on the Block Cruise Inspired Emma Straub’s Novel American Fantasy

American Fantasy author Emma Straub detailed in an exclusive E! News interview how a New Kids on the Block cruise led her to dive deep into the world of boy bands and fandom for her new book.

April 7, 2026

You'll Spring Into Action With These New Books Hitting Shelves

This spring, fan-favorite authors like Patrick Radden Keefe, Carley Fortune, Emma Straub and more are back with exciting new reads. Plus, Tana French and Marcus Kliewer deliver page-turning thrillers.

April 5, 2026

Where Brandy Stands With Brother Ray J and More of the Biggest Bombshells From Her Memoir Phases

Brandy unpacks her personal triumphs and tragedies in her new memoir, Phases, from the truth about her feud with Monica to the aftermath of her 2006 car crash and her last talk with Whitney Houston.

March 31, 2026

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Eiza González Reveals She's Taylor Jenkins Reid's Pen Pal Amid Evelyn Hugo Casting Rumors

Eiza González detailed her close relationship with author Taylor Jenkins Reid as rumors continue to swirl that she's starring in Netflix’s film adaptation of The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo.

March 25, 2026

Channing Tatum Is Writing a Romance Novel

Channing Tatum will be trying his hand at writing a romance novel, partnering with author Roxane Gay on a book about two people who make a pact to get married after 40.

March 24, 2026

Kirsten Dunst to Join Sydney Sweeney in The Housemaid Sequel

Kirsten Dunst was confirmed to be joining Sydney Sweeney in The Housemaid’s sequel, with Michele Morrone and director Paul Feig also returning. 

March 23, 2026

Big Little Lies Season 3 Plot Revealed With Major Change

Big Little Lies author Liane Moriarty announced Big Little Truths, the sequel to her 2014 book that inspired the hit HBO series, will be published Aug. 25 and serve as the foundation for season three.

March 20, 2026

Why Ryan Gosling Hopes Project Hail Mary Will Be a Lasting Reminder for His Kids 

Ryan Gosling reflected on why starring in the upcoming film Project Hail Mary was, in part, inspired by him being dad to his and wife Eva Mendes' daughters Esmeralda and Amada.

March 18, 2026

You’ll Never Believe Which Celebrity Bunnie Xo Would Want to Play Her in a Movie

Following news that Bunnie Xo’s memoir is being turned into a movie, the podcaster told Jimmy Kimmel that she wants Jack Black to play her.

March 13, 2026

You’ll Never Believe Which Celebrity Bunnie Xo Would Want to Play Her in a Movie

Bunnie Xo revealed she wants Jack Black to play her in the movie adaptation of her best-selling memoir Stripped Down: Unfiltered and Unapologetic. Find out why.

March 13, 2026

 It Ends With Us' Colleen Hoover Shares What's She Proud of About the Film Amid Legal Drama 

After Colleen Hoover broke her silence about the ongoing legal drama between It Ends With Us stars Justin Baldoni and Blake Lively, she shared why she is still proud of the project. 

March 10, 2026

Why Sarah J. Maas Is Releasing ACOTAR 6 and 7 Back-to-Back

Sarah J. Maas, the author of ‘A Court of Thorns and Roses’ series, shared why she is releasing the sixth and seventh books within only three months of each other after 'ACOTAR' fans had to wait years.

March 6, 2026

Why Sarah J. Maas Is Releasing ACOTAR 6 and 7 Back-to-Back 

Sarah J. Maas, the author of A Court of Thorns and Roses series, shared why she is releasing the sixth and seventh books within only three months of each other after fans previously had to wait years.

March 5, 2026

Sarah J. Maas Reveals Truth About ACOTAR TV Show Status

Sarah J. Maas shared an update on the status of the ACOTAR TV adaptation, detailing concerns she had about losing “control” over the story. Here’s why the show is now on pause.

March 5, 2026

Sarah J. Maas Reveals 2 ACOTAR Books Are on the Way: Release Dates Revealed

ACOTAR author Sarah J. Maas finally shared the official release date for the book franchise's sixth and seventh installments, which follow 2021's A Court of Silver Flames

March 5, 2026

6 Spring Romance Books That Will Get You Out of Your Reading Rut

Looking for a few spring romance books to add to your bookshelf? Here are the best romance books we're picking up to read this spring.

March 3, 2026

Lisa Rinna Reveals Where She Stands With Andy Cohen After Rocky Past

Lisa Rinna praised Andy Cohen as a "champion" despite their tumultuous past, telling E! News "he really is a dear friend" in an exclusive interview about her new Sonic campaign.

February 27, 2026

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The Jennifer Garner Easter Egg Author Laura Dave Included in The First Time I Saw Him

The Last Thing He Told Me author Laura Dave revealed to E! News how The First Time I Saw Him gives a small nod to Jennifer Garner, who stars in the Apple TV adaption of her beloved books.

February 27, 2026

Maria Shriver Details Eric Dane's Health Struggles in Weeks Before His Death

Maria Shriver shared that before Eric Dane died following his battle with ALS, she and the Grey's Anatomy star and rescheduled lunch plans due to his health.

February 23, 2026

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Why Jelly Roll Didn’t Want to Read Wife Bunnie Xo’s Memoir

After Bunnie Xo released her memoir Stripped Down: Unfiltered and Unapologetic earlier this month, she revealed in an exclusive E! News interview why husband Jelly Roll was hesitant to pick it up. 

February 19, 2026

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Bunnie Xo Shares One Parenting Change She and Jelly Roll Will Make for Future Kids

Bunnie Xo—whose memoir Stripped Down: Unfiltered and Unapologetic is out now—exclusively shared with E! News that she and Jelly Roll will be more "childlike" with any babies they have in the future.

February 19, 2026