Browsing: Nonfiction

For those interested in personal and professional development, it can be difficult to know where to start! This enlightening book offers a strategy to make sure your mind is in the right place — so you can set goals and map a plan of action that will turn your dreams into reality.

“An unforgettable and unprecedented view of the war” (San Francisco Chronicle): Based on firsthand accounts, this powerful work of history shares the stories of 20 people who experienced World War I. “In four decades of studying war, I’ve never read such a remarkable book” (The Washington Post).

In this legendary memoir, journalist Hunter S. Thompson reports on the two years he spent living with the notorious Hell’s Angels motorcycle gang. “Thompson has presented us with a close view of a world most of us would never encounter. His language is brilliant, his eye remarkable” (The New York Times Book Review).

From a Pulitzer Prize–winning author: This “thought-provoking and profoundly satisfying” biography (School Library Journal) portrays one dedicated doctor’s commitment to humanitarian service throughout the world. A powerful and inspiring story with over 27,000 five-star ratings on Goodreads.

From the bestselling author of The Bomber Mafia: discover Malcolm Gladwell’s breakthrough debut and explore the science behind viral trends in…

A New York Times bestseller: On the front lines of modern medicine, a veterinarian fights to help patients who can’t speak for themselves. Funny, heartrending, and “addictively readable” (Booklist), with over 1,300 five-star ratings on Goodreads!

“A funny yet touching portrayal of the indignities of aging” (Kirkus Reviews): In this endearing memoir, Meg must supervise her mother and her new stepfather as they adjust to the onset of dementia. “Deeply moving” (New York Times bestselling author Adriana Trigiani).

A New York Times bestseller with over 110,000 five-star Goodreads ratings: Celebrated actress Mindy Kaling delivers a candid, hilarious glimpse into everything from her New England childhood to the ups and downs of fame. “Very funny” (The Boston Globe).

A New York Times Notable Book of the Year perfect for fans of Hillbilly Elegy: A Pulitzer Prize–winning journalist chronicles his childhood growing up poor in Appalachia with a loving mother and an abusive, alcoholic father. “Bragg writes like a man on fire… A work of art” (Pat Conroy).

One of Time’s Top 10 Nonfiction Books of the Year. This insider’s account from a professional chef reveals what really happens behind the scenes in an upscale New York restaurant. “Sumptuously entertaining fare” (Kirkus Reviews starred review), with over 1,000 five-star ratings on Goodreads!