The Prizefighter and the Playwright
Discover the heartwarming and unexpected friendship between champion boxer Gene Tunney and legendary playwright George Bernard Shaw, a bond …
Biography and Memoir
Richmond Unchained
Discover the extraordinary life of Bill Richmond, a former slave who rose to become a bare-knuckle boxing legend in the early 19th century.
Ordinary heroes
A son delves into his father's past, uncovering the brutal realities of war and the complex choices that shaped his life.
There Are No Secrets
A heartwarming memoir about a young writer's encounter with a mysterious Tai Chi master in 1960s New York, offering insights into the art an…
A Rumor of War
A gripping memoir of a Marine lieutenant's harrowing experiences in Vietnam, shattering America's indifference to the war's realities.
Funny In Farsi
A hilarious and heartwarming memoir of growing up Iranian-American in Southern California, exploring identity, family, and the power of love…
Wishful Drinking
Carrie Fisher's candid and humorous memoir reveals the highs and lows of her extraordinary life, from Hollywood royalty to battling addictio…
Is Everyone Hanging Out Without Me? (And Other Concerns)
Mindy Kaling's hilarious memoir takes you on a rollercoaster ride through her life, from her childhood to her Hollywood stardom, with witty …
Running With Scissors
A darkly humorous memoir about a boy sent to live with his mother's eccentric psychiatrist, revealing a world of chaos and unexpected resili…
Life Among the Savages
Shirley Jackson, renowned for her macabre tales, offers a hilariously candid look at motherhood in this witty and warm account of raising he…
So Sad Today
Melissa Broder's raw and unflinching memoir explores her struggles with depression, addiction, and self-discovery, offering a darkly humorou…
Can't We Talk About Something More Pleasant?
A heartfelt and humorous memoir by New Yorker cartoonist Roz Chast, exploring the complexities of caring for aging parents with wit and cand…
Five Years to Freedom
A gripping account of a Green Beret's harrowing five years as a POW in Vietnam, enduring unimaginable hardships and maintaining faith agains…
How to Build a Car
Discover the life and mind of Adrian Newey, the legendary Formula 1 designer, through his own words and experiences.
Dreams from My Father
A powerful memoir by Barack Obama that delves into his personal journey of race, identity, and heritage, offering a unique perspective on hi…
What Happened
Hillary Rodham Clinton offers a deeply personal and revealing account of her historic presidential campaign, the challenges she faced, and t…
Gather Together in My Name
Maya Angelou's powerful and poignant second memoir captures her struggles and triumphs with humor and humanity, as she navigates life as a y…
My Life On The Road
Gloria Steinem's inspiring memoir chronicles her life on the road as a journalist, organizer, activist, and speaker, offering a unique persp…
White Bicycles: Making Music in the 1960s
Dive into the electrifying '60s music scene through the eyes of producer Joe Boyd, who brought us Pink Floyd, Nick Drake, and more.
A Year with Swollen Appendices
Dive into the creative mind of Brian Eno through his diaries and essays, offering a unique glimpse into his collaborations and artistic phil…
Love in Vain: A Vision of Robert Johnson
Dive into the legendary life of blues icon Robert Johnson through this vivid screenplay, complete with historical notes, rare photos, and a …
Divided Soul: The Life of Marvin Gaye
Dive into the tumultuous life of Marvin Gaye, from his abusive childhood to his rise and fall in the world of soul music, as told by his clo…
Love Is a Mix Tape: Life and Loss, One Song at a Time
A heartfelt memoir blending the author's love for music and the woman who changed his life, all told through the art of the perfect mix tape…
Space Is the Place: The Lives and Times of Sun Ra
Dive into the cosmic journey of Sun Ra, the enigmatic jazz pioneer who claimed to be from Saturn, blending music, philosophy, and surrealism…