Browsing: Essays

A “warm and inviting” New York Times bestseller (Publishers Weekly): Just seven years old when she first skyrocketed to fame with E.T., actress Drew Barrymore offers “an endearing, earnest, lightly cultivated garden of stories” from her eventful life (Kirkus Reviews).

A collection of humorous and nostalgic Americana stories—the beloved, bestselling classics that inspired the movie A Christmas StoryBefore Garrison Keillor…

He’s the eighteen-year-old kid of the Boston mafia.She’s the middle-aged, rhinestone-wearing spitfire from Texas.One weekend.A whole lot of sparks.new message…

Discover the heartwarming true story of a life-changing friendship between a man and his rescue cat, Nala, as they adventure…

Love, memories, family, enduring friendships, cooking, movies, dogs, travels, hairstyles, and saying Yes to many No’s in a witty, yet…

A “zestfully elucidating and inspiring” pick (Booklist) that’s perfect for bibliophiles! Notable authors — including Andrew Sean Greer, Viet Thanh Nguyen, and Donna Tartt — share the novels that inspired them in this “eclectic and probing book of interviews” celebrating literature (Publishers Weekly).

Comedian and Live from Here head writer Tom Papa, author of Your Dad Stole My Rake, tackles the modern condition…

“A profound meditation on life and freedom” (Entertainment Weekly) from a New York Times bestselling author: This beautiful collection of essays contemplates the guidance and solace we can gain simply by paying attention to the wildlife around us. “Gorgeously composed, complexly affecting, and stunningly revelatory” (Booklist starred review).

Elementary school teacher Diane Trull’s life changed when her fourth grade class saw a photo of homeless puppies, and together, they founded an animal sanctuary. A testament to how loving animals and upholding community values can create social impact, this story “will inspire you and warm your heart” (Kristin von Kreisler).

A challenging foster dog invites an experienced foster mama to explore where the endless stream of unwanted dogs is coming…