News of the World, which will be released this fall by William Morrow (an imprint of this week’s sponsor, HarperCollins), has already received several starred reviews and the adoration of numerous readers. “Beautiful,” “lyrical,” and “exquisite,” are common descriptors for this compelling work of historical fiction. And equally delightful is the book’s author, Paulette Jiles, who recorded a special message for librarians. Click through to view it and to learn more about News of the World.