Browsing: Biographies and Memoirs

“A modern classic” (New York Times bestselling author Pico Iyer): Follow a bicycle journey along the legendary Silk Road for a compelling meditation on borders and exploration. “Exemplary travel writing: inspiring, moving, heartfelt, and often breathtaking” (Kirkus Reviews starred review).

An explosive #1 New York Times bestseller: Take a look behind the scenes of Donald Trump’s White House with this tell-all account of his first nine months in office. “A significant achievement, which deserves much of the attention it has received” (The Economist).

In 1908, a wealthy woman was killed in her home — and Jewish immigrant Oscar Slater proved a convenient suspect. After his conviction, famed writer Arthur Conan Doyle stepped in to prove the man’s innocence in Holmesian style. “Pure catnip for the devotee of true crime writing” (The Washington Post).

Allison Pataki’s world changed forever when her husband, Dave, suffered a life-threatening stroke. During his arduous recovery, she began to write letters to him about their past, present, and future, which form the basis of this “powerful and immersive” memoir (Publishers Weekly starred review).

Ted Baxter put everything into his high-flying career until a devastating stroke brought him down to earth. In this inspiring memoir, he chronicles his amazing journey toward recovery — and a happiness he never knew before.

Fetish Girl is a kinky roller coaster ride through addiction, violence, motherhood, sex, and the creation of Evil Kitty, Bella…

This “laser-sharp” book (Kirkus Reviews) delves into the relationship between the controversial sci-fi authors Asimov, Campbell, Heinlein, and Hubbard and explores their lasting influence on the genre. “A major work of popular culture scholarship that science fiction fans will devour” (Publishers Weekly starred review).

“A rich remembrance of a captivating, transformative era” (Kirkus Reviews), selected for inclusion in two Smithsonian libraries: Delving into her family’s archives, an Emmy Award–winning documentarian examines the racist mortgage laws that fractured one Chicago neighborhood in the 1960s.

Discover the everyday people behind the biblical stories you love. From the devious Herodias to the skeptical Sarah, this examination of 38 characters puts a beautiful human spin on the lessons of Scripture. Perfect for group Bible study!

A “beautiful and eye-opening” (Jacqueline Woodson), “hilarious and heart-rending” (Celeste Ng) graphic memoir about American identity, interracial families,  and the…