Video Channels

Paul A. Mayewski, The Ice Chronicles: The Quest to Understand Global Climate Change. Science: World-renowned scientist and explorer, Paul Mayewski, describes his quest to understand global climate change and his new book. (Interview, 7 minutes).

T.C. Boyle reads the whole lie and nothing but 'The Lie'. Award-winning, bestselling author T.C. Boyle reads his best known short story, 'The Lie,' at the 2012 National Book Festival.

Calvin Trillin wins the 2012 Thurber Prize for American Humor. New Yorker humorist Calvin Trillin reflects on his campaign to make spaghetti carbonara the official dish of Thanksgiving.

John Green draws inspiration from tragi-comedy and the healing power of storytelling. Award-winning New York Times bestselling children's author John Green brings humor and passion for storytelling to 2012 BEA.

Natalie Merchant signs off on her first children's book, Leave Your Sleep. Singer-songwriter-musician Natalie Merchant signs her first children's book, adapted from her acclaimed folk album, Leave Your Sleep.