Browsing: Nonfiction

“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).

“A must-read” (Forbes): This “conscientiously reported” book (The New Yorker) offers a “lively introduction” to universal basic income, “a seemingly quixotic concept that has attracted thinkers from John Stuart Mill to Martin Luther King Jr.” (Publishers Weekly).

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).

Does our suffering serve a greater purpose? Using Scripture, a pastor examines the reasons behind life’s trials — and how they can strengthen our faith — in this powerful and uplifting read.

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).

From the day her five-year-old was abducted, Abigail Fisher vowed never to stop looking until her daughter was safely back…