Leaving Princess Leia Behind: How Carrie Fisher Became a Writer
Fresh off Star Wars fame–and a drug overdose–Carrie Fisher found her true calling: as a writer. In this excerpt from her acclaimed biography of Fisher, Sheila Weller gives us the scoop.
3 Iconic Women Celebrate Big Birthdays in November
Between the three of them, they have 220 years of experience, talent, and guts. Happy Birthday this month to Tina Turner and two other cultural powerhouses.
Gail Collins’ New Book Charts the History of Older Women—and Shows Us How We Can Live Now
In her new book No Stopping Us Now, the op-ed columnist introduces us to characters who have been aging boldly since the founding of the country.
Jennifer Aniston and Reese Witherspoon Star in The Morning Show—and We’ll Be Watching!
Real-life scandals in our #MeToo and #Times Up moment inform this new Apple TV+ streaming series.
Regina King is a Hero—In the New Series Watchmen and in Real Life
The recent Oscar winner is starring as a masked hero in a highly anticipated new series. But that’s only half the story. Wait till you hear how she’s bettering the lives of women and at-risk kids. Brava! By Susan Hornik
Juicy New Series Alert: Here Comes Mrs. Fletcher
Need something gooood to watch? HBO’s Mrs. Fletcher, with Kathryn Hahn, promises to be just that. We can’t wait, how about you?
`Killing Me Softly’ Brings Roberta Flack and Lori Lieberman Together At Last
Lori Lieberman helped write “Killing Me Softly With His Song,” but never received proper credit. Now, as she relaunches her singing career, she shares the real story behind the lyrics.
How Surviving Cancer and Rape Taught Fran Drescher to Fully Embrace Life
As she moves from nanny to hot granny in her new TV show, the riotous comedian talks about finding and cherishing life’s silver linings.
Read What RBG Has to Say on Her Health and What Gives Her Hope
In a free-ranging discussion, the Supreme Court Justice explains what she’d add to the Constitution and how long she thinks she’ll stay in the job.
My Book Club, My Self: How Novels and a Group of Readers Got Me Through 25 Years
Kate Stone Lombardi never expected a meet-up about literature to play such a huge role in her life. But this gathering of women has worked a kind of magic.
Saying Good-bye to Diahann Carroll
This stage and screen icon pioneered a place for African American women.
A Best Friend Tells the Real Janis Joplin Story
On the 50th anniversary of Janis Joplin’s breakout as a solo artist—with a movie and a new book just released—the legendary singer’s best friend tells of their bond and their escapades—from Haight Ashbury to Woodstock.
We Remember Jessye Norman—An Amazing Woman and Voice
Jessye Norman’s majestic gift and regal presence will be missed.
A New Publishing Group Is Looking for Women Authors Over 40
A cool resource for women over 40 is now publishing books by and for us, too
The NextTribe Test: The September 2019 Shows We Love (and Hate)
After months of checking out how Hollywood treats women our age, Valerie Frankel has developed an aversion to a certain kind of films. Check out why here.
The Brady Kids Talk About Working on the TV Show’s Iconic House
In the new HGTV series, the six actors who played the Brady kids help renovate it to period perfection.
How My Travels with a Spirited 82-Year-Old Taught Me Lessons on Loving Life
When her friend Elisa invited her to join her dad on a trip through Spain, Janet Siroto knew she’d have a great time. But she didn’t expect to have a whole new view on life at home.
Kudos to J. Lo: The Hard-Working Dual Threat Finally Gets Some Respect
She sings. She acts. And now, as a world-weary stripper in the hit movie Hustlers, Jennifer Lopez is getting buzz for an Oscar nomination.
Creating a Playlist for My Life: The Answer to a Lawyer’s Unexpected Question
All Jeannie Ralston wanted to do was make sure her will was done. But, instead, the lawyer prompted her to think deeply about the music that makes our memories.
Olive Kitteridge is Back and Better Than Ever in Olive, Again
She’s ba-a-a-ack! Author Elizabeth Strout continues the fractious fictional life and times of her celebrated bristly heroine.
