Browsing: Biographies and Memoirs

Winner of The 2020 Best Book Award for Military History — American Bookfest An elite platoon of Marine Scout-Snipers, Lieutenant Frank…

Packed with incredible true stories and legendary medieval intrigue, this epic narrative history chronicles the first five queens from the…

“One of the truly great biographies of our time” (New York Times bestselling author Sean Wilentz): A New York Times bestselling author offers an intimate look at the life of the late Ted Kennedy. “The most detailed portrait we have of the man, and by a considerable margin” (The Washington Post).

A Kirkus Reviews Best Book of 2020: In Taliban-controlled Afghanistan, Homeira Qaderi was forced to make a devastating choice involving her young son. Now, in this “heartrending, indelible” memoir (People), she shares her unforgettable story. “One of the most moving love letters to life itself that you will ever read” (Meg Waite Clayton).

When Julie began experiencing serious medical issues, she and her twin sister embarked on a quest to locate their birth parents — with surprising results. A “compelling… well-rendered” story (Kirkus Reviews) of love, lies, and long-hidden family secrets.

“. . . an engaging exploration of duty, guilt, and self-preservation. . . . A cleareyed consideration of difficult ethical…

An “affecting story… with valuable gifts and insights to share” (New York Times bestselling author Hope Edelman): In this moving read, psychologist Judy Rabinor unpacks the childhood trauma of her strained relationship with her mother — and shares how she finally made peace with her upbringing.

Writer Susan Tweit and her economist-turned-sculptor husband Richard Cabe had just settled into their version of a “good life” when…

From Washington Heights to Washington D.C. comes a true American Herstory. Filled with intrigue, lust, and betrayal, this is the…

A New York Times bestseller with over 1,800 five-star Goodreads ratings: For years, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex have made headlines — from their highly anticipated wedding to their announcement that they would step back from royal duties. This absorbing read takes you behind the scenes of their lives and relationship.