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Fall’s mix of memoir, business advice, and self-help is targeted to men but inspirational for anyone, especially those who may be going through something similar to what he has experienced.
This book is less of a biography and more of a window with a view of McAfee’s world. Its twists and turns are certain to fascinate readers.
Rowe’s biography portrays a triumph of queer and Jewish resistance in the face of fascism and stands as a tribute to the love that surrounded the lives of Cahun and Moore, not just for each other but for humanity.
A beautifully written examination of complicated, intertwined lives during a period of intense social change. Collections of social history, music, and women’s biographies will benefit.
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Stalking Shakespeare: A Memoir of Madness, Murder, and My Search for the Poet Beneath the Paint
Anyone with an interest in the Shakespeare author controversy or academic research in general should enjoy Durkee’s colorful account of dark winters spent obsessing over “his homespun collection” of “mugshot bards.”
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The Odyssey of Phillis Wheatley: A Poet’s Journeys Through American Slavery and Independence
Poetry, history, and politics make excellent bedfellows. This engrossing biography, engaging in audio, is a recommended purchase for all libraries.
Listeners, however knowledgeable of the Shakespeare authorship question or “his” works, should relish Wong’s engaging performance of Winkler’s spirited look at a hotly debated literary mystery.
This illuminating portrait of an American icon delves below the surface, bringing the young Jacqueline Bouvier to vivid life. An excellent choice for listeners who enjoy biographies.
Although it may be difficult for listeners to relate to Breitwieser, Ballerini’s expert narration makes this a recommended purchase for all collections.
A revealing, warmly narrated look at the private life of one of the United States’ most famous families. This is a must-listen for anyone interested in the Kennedy lore.
A riveting account, depicting a troubled marriage and the growing pains of South Africa’s decades-long political struggle.
Eloquently written and movingly narrated, Webster’s thought-provoking biography/memoir will likely appeal to anyone wanting insight into the United States’ divisive racial politics.
Christian readers and fans of Tara Westover’s Educated or Cheryl Strayed’s Wild will be captivated by this inspirational journey of self-discovery and reinvention.
More than a memoir, this book demonstrates why stories matter and how to utilize them for positive change.
This updated edition makes an already fascinating, important story more accessible for readers of Jewish history and storytelling.
Based on extensive primary research, this book gives fresh insight into Chamberlain’s life. Readers interested in the American Civil War and biographies of famous 19th-century Americans will enjoy this title.
Preceded by innumerable contributions to the study of Garbo, including Robert Gottlieb’s Garbo and Robert Dance’s The Savvy Sphinx, this book presents a truly different approach for both lay and academic readers. It expertly offers an understanding of an elusive figure within the context of the film industry.
Withers, a staple of classic radio and movie soundtracks, seems as popular now as he’s ever been. Loyal and new fans will appreciate this first full biography of the artist.
Through his elevation of the richness of the Hebrew language, Oz’s legacy will continue to be valued; Alter’s biography is a highly recommended contribution to that legacy.
Written in a way that evokes various emotions and as a carefully documented inquiry into historical, literary, and psychological explorations of the loneliness, this important book will likely inspire readers to think about the walls people build to protect themselves and how to forge meaningful connections.
This book is a crucial read for those who have ever loved a pet deeply and for those looking for a narrative about the importance of connections and relationships, especially the unexpected ones.
An indispensable book about the Arab enlightenment and its key players. Will prove interesting to readers who want to know more about this era and its innovations.
Written with the pulsating pace of a thriller, this book will likely attract readers and scholars interested in political journalism, women in film and television, and mid-20th-century pop culture history.
McDonnell’s starstruck approach to Didion enlivens other well-detailed accounts about her work and life. Best for literary biography sections.
This impressive volume is an important biographical addition to collections on musical theater and the Broadway entertainment industry.
This richly rewarding book is a singular achievement in tracing the prowess of these larger-than-life musical figures, whose talents still have emotional resonance today.
This book successfully explodes the myth of Parker as a manipulative puppeteer by portraying him as a shrewd but fair, loyal, and hardworking marketing innovator.
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Mingus
For Mingus fans especially, and those who know the legend and the stories. People who are less familiar with the complicated jazz master will want to delve into the works mentioned in the discography, bibliography, and videography provided by Massarutto.
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Eleanor Powell: Born To Dance
Powell’s journey, particularly her comeback in her forties after raising her son, is awe-inspiring. This comprehensive biography will likely appeal to cinephiles and hoofers alike.
Szwed, as lively a writer as he is scrupulous, has produced an excellent and engaging biography, the story of an elusive but important and utterly fascinating figure.
An intriguing study of Eliot’s complex and ambiguous life and work as it relates to the institution of marriage. Ideal for literary and philosophy scholars.
Huang’s lively, surprising, and all-encompassing biography of Anna May Wong should be on everyone’s summer reading list. A must for libraries with strong film and pop culture collections.
This feminist look at the history of the women of the Rolling Stones would make an excellent addition to collections looking to round out its offerings on rock and women’s history.
This detailed study of popular stars as marketable properties might appeal more to social and economic historians. For general readers of this subject, there’s Thomas Schatz’s The Genius of the System and Paul McDonald’s Hollywood Stardom.
An informative and intriguing story of the life of a formidable woman. An essential read for anyone who loves learning about the women whom history threatens to forget or erase.
Readers of music memoirs and Kool & the Gang fans will find much to like in Brown’s insightful and upbeat memoir.
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Pink: Raise Your Glass
Readers will love the images, and fans will enjoy the book. The information, however, is easily accessible online and even on Pink’s own social media posts.
A powerful and personal story that will interest many readers of history. It offers a deep understanding of how the Holocaust affected numerous families.
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Jackie: Public, Private, Secret
Kennedy experts will likely enjoy exploring new tidbits in this latest biography. A recommended purchase where similar titles circulate well.
In these graphic biographies, the life of legendary Peanuts cartoonist Charles M. Schulz is depicted in the form of a newspaper comic strip, and the career of Marvel Comics creator Stan Lee is plotted through a succession of tightly crafted scenes, none more than a single page long.
Recommended for business collections and to those considering entrepreneurship or applying Hsieh’s business philosophy.
A worthy update to any Poe or biography collection, sure to attract listeners who might bypass something headier.
Overall, Beard’s life reads like the adventure it was. Recommended for both general interest readers and photography enthusiasts.
Scioli has created the most compelling and layered portrait of Lee to date. A brilliant achievement.
This excellent audio shines a light on the unsung heroes providing frontline health care to unhoused people and demonstrates the power of a small group dedicated to a cause. A recommended purchase for all libraries.
Given the changing legislation on abortion, Wright’s extraordinary feminist history, featuring an impassioned performance by Wilson and a lively discussion between author and narrator, is essential for all library collections.
Share with listeners interested in history, climate change, feminism, and narrative nonfiction. The intriguing plot, homesteading history, and insights into climate change make this a winner.
Despite flaws in the audio, this is an arresting account of how a same-sex relationship endured amid societal conflicts and a solid examination of the men’s respective works.
This deep dive into the case of Ana Montes is meticulously presented and will captivate true-crime lovers.
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Empress of the Nile: The Daredevil Archaeologist Who Saved Egypt’s Ancient Temples from Destruction
Fans of history and Egyptology will be inspired by Olson’s account, which narrator Flanagan delivers with clarity and nuance. A gripping and highly recommended audio.
An inspiring story. Essential listening for researchers, students, administrators, and anyone interested in the influence of women in science and academia.
Eleanor Caudill’s perspicuous narration will compel listeners forward and gives Taylor’s frequent ballsy quotes appropriate rendering. An engrossing, gossipy listen.
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Emily Dickinson Face to Face
With charming anecdotes and moments vividly recalled, Bianchi’s thoughtful account offers the rarest of first-hand glimpses behind Dickinson’s swiftly drawn curtain, conveyed in searching and graceful prose worthy of its subject.
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Orwell: The New Life
A useful introduction for readers new to Orwell and also illuminating for those who thought they knew everything about him.
This tale will appeal to readers curious about the formative years of the United States’ country-music scene.
This is an impassioned nonfiction narrative that interweaves the author’s personal and professional lives to relate the hostile environment of a global migration crisis.
Despite its engaging flowery prose, perhaps inspired by the literary aspects of Garfield’s diaries, this book’s length might attract only serious scholars. General readers may want to consider Benjamin Arrington’s The Last Lincoln Republican.
A strong, long-overdue bio of a 1970s guitar hero who played a major role in many staples of classic rock.
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Queen in Comics
Queen fans, megafans, and curious newbies will clap and sing along to this colorful, kaleidoscopic graphic novel.
Warren’s insightful memoir brings readers vividly into the work and mindset of first responders. This is a vital resource for readers facing or supporting someone with similar stressors and situations or considering this career. This book also offers insight into the effects of PTSD.
More than a biography, this book takes readers on a journey of moral reflection on U.S. history that puts in full views white supremacy’s persisting rationale of racist theology, Christian nationalism, and hateful right-wing politics.
An important addition to any library, this book is an excellent educational guide to topics surrounding the transgender experience. It will be helpful to readers looking for guidance along their own journeys and to those looking to support trans people.
This sincere and affectionate examination of Garland’s life and legacy is heavily laden with photographs and will appeal to the legend’s many fans.
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LeBron
James’s fans will flock to this book and will enjoy it. A necessary purchase for every public library and most academic ones.
No one experimented more with film than Godard in his day. It’s helpful to have this insightful, if sometimes difficult to follow, account of his oeuvre.
Although its length is daunting, this tome is welcome. It’s an interesting foray into Converse’s glimmer of fame and sad subsequent neglect.
This inspirational, exhilarating work, undoubtedly destined for a Hollywood adaptation, is an essential purchase for all libraries.
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Recommended for readers who enjoy memoirs that deal with personal relationships and the journey of discovering oneself.
This book is recommended for those interested in memoirs, connective tissue and cell disorders, and Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, and also for people living with disabilities.
Whether she’s avoiding a traffic ticket after speeding in her car named Zelda, or translating books for Kennedy’s report on the history of France in Indochina, this portrait of young Jackie Bouvier shines with wit and intelligence.
This debut author’s writing style, experimental and intimate, enables her to effectively put words to wounds that seem unspeakable. Memoir fans will find much to like in this one.
Mewshaw’s account, especially of Greene’s last years, is moving and perceptive. This lovely book can be read alongside Richard Greene’s The Unquiet Englishman: A Life of Graham Greene.
This well-written, well-researched book portrays a central figure who never quite emerges from her shroud of legend.
Bremmer and Jennings capture the larger-than-life, often frenetic spirit of this feminist trailblazer who pushed back against social norms to try to thrive professionally and personally; her story should inspire all those who continue to fight gender bias and homophobia today.
An excellent choice for both history buffs and listeners who are interested in feminist history and the lives of women rulers.
Providing background and insight into Ukraine’s current struggles, this timely work will be a winner for patrons interested in current events.
An enlightening survey of the abolitionist movement in Philadelphia, centered around Still’s life; deftly delivered by Hite.
This book provides a new lens through which to understand Lincoln’s motivations and the issues that modified his worldview. Lincoln aficionados, Civil War buffs, and students alike should enjoy.
PREMIUM
Do Let’s Have Another Drink!: The Dry Wit and Fizzy Life of Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother
Despite everything royal being hot right now, this is an optional purchase. The book includes photos, and the narration does not elevate the text.
PREMIUM
Inventing the It Girl: How Elinor Glyn Created the Modern Romance and Conquered Early Hollywood
Narrator Pamela Almand’s consistent and well-paced delivery brings Glyn’s life into focus, highlighting her evolution as a writer and an advocate for women. A perfect fit for biography listeners and those interested in the early days of Hollywood.
Interest in Bourdain continues to be high; expect this audiobook to be popular among library patrons.
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