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Jerry Lewis

Jerry Lewis began his ten-year partnership with Dean Martin on July 25, 1946, and during that time Martin and Lewis sandwiched 16 money-making films between nightclub engagements, personal appearances, recording sessions, radio shows, and television bookings, becoming the most famous names in America. Over the following years Lewis remained in the spotlight as the groundbreaking writer, producer, director, and star of a series of hugely successful comedies and scored triumphs in stage appearances in Europe, where he has been hailed as one of the greatest comedians of the twentieth century. He was nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize, and has received numerous other honors, for his tireless efforts to fight against Muscular Dystrophy. He is the author of The Total-Film Maker, Jerry Lewis: In Person, Dean & Me, and many more.
Dean and Me

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Dean and Me

Three Penguin Random House Authors Win Pulitzer Prizes

On Monday, May 5, three Penguin Random House authors were honored with a Pulitzer Prize. Established in 1917, the Pulitzer Prizes are the most prestigious awards in American letters. To date, PRH has 143 Pulitzer Prize winners, including William Faulkner, Eudora Welty, Josh Steinbeck, Ron Chernow, Anne Applebaum, Colson Whitehead, and many more. Take a look at our 2025 Pulitzer Prize

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Books for LGBTQIA+ Pride Month

In June we celebrate Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Intersex, and Asexual + (LGBTQIA+) Pride Month, which honors the 1969 Stonewall riots in Manhattan. Pride Month is a time to both celebrate the accomplishments of those in the LGBTQ+ community and recognize the ongoing struggles faced by many across the world who wish to live

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