Morning reads

• Picking the order of finish of the remaining contestants on "American Idol" is no task for the faint of heart, but they get it mostly right. I am hoping, however, that rocker David Cook can overtake cutie pie David Archuleta. (Buddy TV)
• A "Dirty Sexy Money" departure. (Buddy TV and Televisionista)
• Reflecting on plans for a "Children of Men" series. (TV Addict)
• Lindsay Lohan is cast as one of the "Manson Girls." I believe this is our "Write Your Own Joke"© item of the day. I've posted the mugshots at right to aid you in your writing. (TV Guide)
• There are only six scripted shows among the Prime-Time Top 20 for viewers 18-49. SIX. (TV By The Numbers)
• I thought that guy Teller was supposed to be really smart. Not. (AP)
• Updating those changes on "Gossip Girl." (GMMR)
• Are you ready for some "Tudors?" (Hollywood Reporter)