Browsing: Memoirs

Brain surgeon Dr. W. Lee Warren thought he knew when his patients were too far gone to be saved. But when his own family experiences an unthinkable tragedy, the doctor finds himself questioning everything he thought he knew — and rediscovering the power of faith during times of darkness.

A moving true story: In war-torn Mosul, zookeeper Abu Laith found himself evacuating a string of animals from the city’s zoo — including a lion cub and a bear. “An engaging yet heartbreaking narrative that reads like fiction” (Kirkus Reviews).

When Mark McDonough was a teen, a catastrophic fire claimed the lives of his mother and younger brother. It also…

The instant New York Times bestseller.“An instant classic of investigative journalism…‘All the President’s Men’ for the Me Too era.” —…

A moving memoir: When single mother Anna’s youngest daughter, Dana, began showing signs of a mysterious illness, they ventured beyond the medical establishment to find answers and healing together. “You will undoubtedly be inspired by this story” (New York Times bestselling author JJ Virgin).

“Beautifully crafted, miraculously evocative, and continuously inspiring” (New York Times bestselling author Jasmin Darznik): After Cindy Rasicot moved to Thailand, her meeting with a Buddhist nun set her on a path to spiritual awakening. “An intriguingly honest portrayal of an expat’s life-altering personal growth” (Kirkus Reviews).

In this memoir, a transgender man examines his journey, from his childhood and transition to his family and his advocacy work. A “multifaceted, rich, and moving exploration of the trans experience” (Kirkus Reviews) with a “heartwarming demonstration of a family’s unconditional love” (Library Journal).

In this coming-of-age memoir, Sharon takes you with her on a nail-biting adventure through the early 1970s after leaving her…

One of Parade’s best memoirs of 2020: This “heartbreaking story of survival and emotional resilience” (Kirkus Reviews) illuminates the life of Mendek Rubin, who survived three years in Nazi concentration camps before becoming an inventor in the US.

While writing a book about longevity, Judy met 100-year-old Lucille — and the two struck up a powerful friendship. In this “alternately witty and touching” read (Kirkus Reviews), Judy shares the wisdom and important life lessons she learned from the spirited centenarian before her passing.