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Biography and Memoir October 2025 |
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| The New Book: Poems, Letters, Blurbs, and Things by Nikki GiovanniThis posthumous book of essays and poems from author and poet Nikki Giovanni serves as a vital reminder of her lasting impact on racial justice and civil rights while providing an intimate glimpse into Giovanni’s life and passions. While this collection covers a lot of topical ground, it is mainly a moving and inspiring look back on “a life lived with passion, purpose, and fierce pride” (Library Journal). |
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| Awake by Jen HatmakerPopular Christian living author and podcaster Jen Hatmaker courageously explores the heartbreaking and humiliating end of her marriage of 26 years and the challenges of reclaiming her independence. Hatmaker, suddenly a single mother of five, is relatable as she searchingly poses questions about her purpose and identity that she had taken for granted for so long. |
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| Backstage: Stories of a Writing Life by Donna LeonCelebrated mystery author and creator of the Guido Brunetti series Donna Leon gives her readers a peek into the workings of a prolific creative mind. In brief but gorgeously crafted essays, Leon relates memorable scenes from her life and talks about some of her inspirations, including Venice, the books of Ruth Rendell, and Baroque music. |
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| Softly, As I Leave You: Life After Elvis by Priscilla Beaulieu Presley with Mary Jane RossMore than 50 years after her divorce from the King of Rock and Roll, Priscilla Beaulieu Presley candidly recalls finding her independence after her relationship with Elvis, which had dominated her life since she was 14. Presley is frank about her triumphs (success as an actor) and tragedies (the deaths of her daughter and grandson), as well as the grief she felt after her ex-husband’s death. |
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Shot Ready
by Stephen Curry
Blending personal narrative with actionable insight, this visually rich book presents the NBA superstar's philosophy of success—grounded in preparation, growth, creativity, connection, and joy—as both a memoir of his mindset and a motivational guide for readers seeking to cultivate their own potential.
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| Sister Wife: A Memoir of Faith, Family, and Finding Freedom by Christine Brown WoolleyReality TV star Christine Brown Woolley speaks earnestly about her Mormon faith and upbringing and candidly about her choice -- following the conclusion of her TLC show Sister Wives -- to leave the tradition of fundamentalist polygamy in which she was raised. |
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I Am Not Your Enemy : A Memoir
by Reality Winner
This gripping memoir from the NSA translator who endured the harshest sentence ever given for a classified leak reflects on her upbringing and moral conviction that drove her to risk everything for the truth.
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