16 unique gifts for the book lover in your life, from this year's bestsellers to beautiful prints of their favorite books

When you buy through our links, Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more. From bestselling books to scented candles, here are some of the best gifts you can get for people who love books and reading. Book of the Month Below, you'll find 16 useful and thoughtful book gifts for the book lovers in your life. While some are physical books, others are book-related - such as subscriptions or artwork. Need more book gift ideas? Check out the and the best books to read in your ...
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40 thoughtful, last-minute gifts that don't feel rushed

When you buy through our links, Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more. The Sill If you're down to the wire, don't worry: There's still time to find thoughtful, unique gifts. Below are options with fast shipping and instant options like subscription services or e-gift cards. If you're worried about a late arrival, this clever hack ensures they still have a gift to open. We've all been there - holidays and birthdays are just around the corner, your sched...
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Squid Game Is Officially Netflix's Biggest Series Launch Ever, According To Statistics They Won't Share

Step aside, "Bridgerton," there's a new Netflix obsession in town. "Squid Game" has officially become the streamer's biggest series launch of all time, with 111 million global viewers since its September 17 release. Given the very loud hype and the fact that people are already planning their Halloween costumes around this show, the news shouldn't come as a surprise. Still, Netflix has made a point of calling out the series success on Twitter.Netflix is marking this momentous occasion with a not-...
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30 gift ideas for women, from customizable AirPod cases to a luxurious face mask

When you buy through our links, Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more. Getty You've likely landed on this guide in search of the perfect gifts for the women in your life. Whether it's for a birthday, anniversary, or just to say thanks, we've found 30 great options. From cooking classes to chocolates from Goldbelly, there's a gift for every woman in your life. Check out all of our gift guides for even more inspiration. When it comes to gifts for women, yo...
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How Shondaland Aims to Own the ‘Future of Television’ With Hits Like Bridgerton

In 2005, Shonda Rhimes' production company Shondaland had its first series, the medical drama Grey's Anatomy, premiere on ABC. Eighteen seasons, 16 years and 10 other TV series later, Rhimes is set on taking over television's next frontier. "I really was looking towards the future of what television was. I was looking for another hurdle...
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Emmy-Winning ‘Bridgerton’ Hairstylist Dies From COVID-19 Aged 53

Shonda Rhimes and others paid tribute to the Netflix show's "brilliant and visionary” hair and makeup designer.
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Netflix Reveals Its Most-Watched Shows

Shonda Rhimes’ “Bridgerton” Season 1 scored as the No. 1 series based on both number of Netflix households and time spent viewing (in the initial four-week release), while “Extraction” was the most-viewed film in terms of households. – Variety
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58 gifts Mom will love - from a convertible handbag to a waterproof Kindle

When you buy through our links, Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more. Artifact Uprising Show Mom your appreciation with any of these 58 thoughtful gifts. From loungewear to jewelry to tech gadgets, there's a gift for all tastes and budgets. For more inspiration, check out all of the Insider Reviews gift guides. Although mothers may be challenging to shop for - humbly resigning to the phrase "you don't have to get me anything" - we can safely say she'll love a...
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‘#Matter,’ Shondaland’s First Scripted Podcast, Announces Casting for Dylan Brown’s Police Brutality Drama

Shondaland Audio, the podcast arm of Shonda Rhimes’ production company, announced casting for its first scripted podcast, “#Matter,” expected to be released early 2022. “#Matter” is written, produced and directed by Dylan Brown (pictured above), writer and producer on “Power” prequel “Raising Kanan.” The eight-episode scripted series is a retrospective look at a case of […]
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‘Bridgerton’ Season 2 First Look Introduces New Character Kate Sharma

“Bridgerton” fans may not have Regé-Jean Page (aka Simon, the Duke of Hastings) to drool over, but Netflix is promising that they’ll be swept off their feet in Season 2— this time, by a romance between Anthony Bridgerton (Jonathan Bailey) and Kate Sharma (Simone Ashley). The “Sex Education” star and Bailey promised during a Tudum panel that, […]
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MasterClass is running a 2-for-one sale right now - pay $180 for an annual membership and get a second to gift

When you buy through our links, Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more. Until September 29, buy one MasterClass annual membership ($180) and get one for free to gift to a friend or family member. Alyssa Powell/Business Insider MasterClass is running a 2-for-1 sale right now. Buy one annual MasterClass membership for $180 and get one for free. Keep reading for popular MasterClass classes and find a MasterClass review here. MasterClass houses over 100 video courses taught by ...
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From Shonda Rhimes to Armando Iannucci: 10 of the best TV showrunners

A celebration of the brains behind some of the small screen’s biggest and best shows, including The Wire, Grey’s Anatomy and FriendsSince graduating from the US remake of The Office, Schur has done more than anyone to develop its ethos of making comedy that’s cool without being unkind. He was the boss of Parks and Recreation, which recovered from a so-so start to become truly beloved. Then The Good Place wowed us with primary colours and slyly intelligent philosophising. He co-created Brooklyn N...
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Million Dollar Listing LA’s Josh Flagg hops over to Douglas Elliman

Josh Flagg, who has sold real estate for decades and stars on Million Dollar Listing Los Angeles, is hopping over to Douglas Elliman.
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57 gifts Mom will love - from a convertible handbag to a waterproof Kindle

When you buy through our links, Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more. Artifact Uprising Show Mom your appreciation with any of these 57 thoughtful gifts. From loungewear to jewelry to tech gadgets, there's a gift for all tastes and budgets. For more inspiration, check out all of the Insider Reviews gift guides. Although mothers may be challenging to shop for - humbly resigning to the phrase "you don't have to get me anything" - we can safely say she'll love a...
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Lorne Michaels, Bette Midler, Joni Mitchell, Justino Díaz & Berry Gordy Announced As 2021 Kennedy Center Honorees

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Shonda Rhimes And Netflix Extend Deal To Include Potential Gaming Content

The prolific TV showrunner signed an exclusive multiyear deal with the streaming service in 2017.
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For $15 a month, MasterClass offers beautifully filmed online video classes led by celebrities - here are 16 of our favorites

When you buy through our links, Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more. MasterClass creates online video classes taught by celebrities and industry experts. An annual subscription costs $180 ($15 a month) and gives access to all of MasterClass's offerings. Browse the top MasterClass Classes . Who better to teach you than Shonda Rhimes or than Serena Williams? Unfortunately, 23-time-Grand-Slam-winners and famed showrunners aren't easy to contact. So, MasterClass is b...
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Netflix, Shonda Rhimes Extend Deal to Include Feature Films, Gaming and Virtual Reality Content

Netflix and Shonda Rhimes are extending their creative relationship, inked in 2017, beyond television to feature films and gaming. Under the terms of the expanded deal, which encompasses Rhimes’ Shondaland Media and her longtime producing partner Betsy Beers, Netflix and Shondaland will exclusively produce, stream and distribute feature films in addition to potential gaming and […]
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Kenya Barris says that 'Netflix became CBS' and wanted 'down the middle' content from him

Barris. Richard Shotwell/Invision/AP Producer Kenya Barris exited his Netflix deal this year for a deal with ViacomCBS' BET Studios. He told The Hollywood Reporter that "Netflix became CBS." "The stuff I want to do is a little bit more edgy, a little more highbrow," he said. See more stories on Insider's business page. In 2018, the superstar producer Kenya Barris - creator of ABC's "Black-ish" - signed a lucrative deal with Netflix following other high-profile names like Ryan M...
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60 gifts Mom will love - from a convertible handbag to a waterproof Kindle

If you buy through our links, we may earn money from affiliate partners. Learn more. Artifact Uprising Show Mom your appreciation with any of these 60 thoughtful gifts. From loungewear to jewelry to tech gadgets, there's a gift for all tastes and budgets. For more inspiration, check out all of the Insider Reviews gift guides. Although mothers may be challenging to shop for - humbly resigning to the phrase "you don't have to get me anything" - we can safely say she'll love an...
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18 valuable pieces of advice from the best graduation speeches of all time

Issa Rae. Theo Wargo/Getty Images Most commencement speeches tend to follow a similar formula. However, some are so inspiring they are remembered long after graduation. Issa Rae was praised for her Stanford commencement speech that quoted the rap song "Wipe Me Down." Visit Business Insider's homepage for more stories. "Ditch the dream and be a doer, not a dreamer." - Shonda Rhimes' 2014 speech at Dartmouth College Shonda Rhimes at Dartmouth College. Dartmouth/YouTube The...
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Rupert Evans Cast as Bridgerton Patriarch in Netflix’s Bridgerton Season 2

(Photo by David M. Benett/Dave Benett/Getty Images) Netflix has announced that British actor Rupert Evans (The Man in the High Castle, Charmed) has been tapped for a key role in the upcoming second season of Shonda Rhimes’ hit romantic period drama Bridgerton. Evans is set to portray the role of Edmund Bridgerton, the late patriarch of the titular aristocratic family. Edmund is described as a loving and devoted husband, whose true love match with Violet Bridgerton gave them eight perfect childr...
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55 unique gift ideas for Mom, from a custom photo book to an herb gardening kit

If you buy through our links, we may earn money from affiliate partners. Learn more. Artifact Uprising Mother's Day isn't the only time you can buy gifts for Mom. You can show her your appreciation with any of these 55 thoughtful gifts for Mom. From loungewear to jewelry to tech gadgets, there's a gift for all tastes and budgets. For more inspiration, check out all of the Insider Reviews gift guides. Although mothers may be challenging to shop for - humbly resigning to the p...
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‘Bridgerton’ Gets Young Queen Charlotte Spinoff From Shonda Rhimes, Sets Jess Brownell As Season 3 & 4 Showrunner

EXCLUSIVE: The Bridgerton-verse is expanding. Following the recent renewals for a total of three more seasons of the hugely popular...
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Bridgerton: Netflix Orders Limited Series Spinoff Focusing on Queen Charlotte

The Bridgerton-verse is expanding as Netflix and Shondaland have announced plans for an all-new limited series based on the origins of Queen Charlotte — the reimagined and beloved character who captivated 82 Million households around the world in Season 1. While the series will center on the rise and love life of a young Queen Charlotte, it will also tell the stories of young Violet Bridgerton and Lady Danbury. Shonda Rhimes will write the series and serve as executive producer alongside Betsy ...
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Bridgerton bosses reveal whether Rege Jean-Page will make cameo

Bridgerton and Netflix bosses Shonda Rhimes and Bela Bajaria have opened up about whether...
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Amazon Explains Lord of the Rings' Giant Budget, Which Is Still Smaller Than Jeff Bezos' Yacht

Yes, the budget for Amazon’s Lord of the Rings series is almost half a billion dollars, but the woman behind it is happy to explain. In a new interview, head of Amazon Studios Jennifer Salke doesn’t deny last month’s reports that the show cost the studio about $465 million; she also blames both the market for original…Read more...
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Jesse Williams to Exit Grey’s Anatomy After 12 Seasons

After Justin Chamber’s surprise departure as Alex Karev in the sixteenth season of Grey’s Anatomy, ABC’s long-running medical drama series is losing another one of its long-time series regulars, with the official exit of Jesse Williams (The Cabin in the Woods). According to Deadline, Williams’ last appearance as a main cast member is scheduled to air ahead of Season 17’s finale on May 20, 2021, with episode 17.14  titled “Tradition.” The 40-year-old actor played the role of Jackson Avery for 12...
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52 unique gift ideas for Mom, from a custom photo book to an herb gardening kit

If you buy through our links, we may earn money from affiliate partners. Learn more. Artifact Uprising Mother's Day isn't the only time you can buy gifts for Mom. You can show her your appreciation with any of these 52 thoughtful gifts for Mom. From loungewear to jewelry to tech gadgets, there's a gift for all tastes and budgets. For more inspiration, check out all of the Insider Reviews gift guides. Although mothers may be challenging to shop for - humbly resigning to the p...
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36 thoughtful, last-minute gifts that don't feel rushed

If you buy through our links, we may earn money from affiliate partners. Learn more. The Sill If you're a last-minute gifter, you still have a chance to get a thoughtful, unique gift. We found products with fast shipping and instant options like subscription services or e-gift cards. If you're worried about a late arrival, this clever hack ensures they still have a gift to open. We've all been there - holidays and birthdays are just around the corner, your schedule starts ge...
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