September 2025 list by Nanette Alderman
 
Anatomy of a Con Artist: The 14 Red Flags to Spot Scammers, Grifters, and Thieves
by Johnathan Walton

Victim-turned-investigator Johnathan Walton, host of the Queen of the Con podcast, shares 14 red flags to use to spot con artists, drawing from hundreds of real-life cases and his personal mission to bring scammers to justice.

Between Two Rivers: Ancient Mesopotamia and the Birth of History
by Moudhy N. Al-Rashid

Thousands of years ago, in a part of the world we now call ancient Mesopotamia, people began writing things down for the very first time. What they left behind, in a vast region between the Tigris and Euphrates rivers, preserves leaps in human ingenuity, like the earliest depiction of a wheel and the first approximation of pi.... the world's first cities, the first writing system, early seeds of agriculture, and groundbreaking developments in medicine and astronomy.

Cleaning House: The Fight to Rid Our Homes of Toxic Chemicals
by Lindsay Dahl

This gripping, science-backed exposé shows how toxic chemicals infiltrate everyday products and homes, revealing the systemic failures behind them and empowering readers with practical tools and advocacy strategies to create a healthier, safer world for all families.

Confident by Choice: The Three Small Decisions that Build Everyday Courage
by Juan Bendaäna

A practical research-backed guide that debunks common confidence myths and introduces a simple, repeatable cycle of micro-energy, micro-courage and micro-action to help build lasting self-confidence, overcome fear and create meaningful and lasting change.

Deadwood: Gold, Guns, and Greed in the American West
by Peter Cozzens

Tells the true story of a notorious Black Hills gold rush settlement of its most colorful cast of characters, from Wild Bill Hickok and Calamity Jane to Al Swearingen and Sheriff Seth Bullock.

Distancing: How Great Leaders Reframe to Make Better Decisions
by L. David Marquet

A practical guide to improving decision-making by using psychological distancing techniques—adopting different perspectives across time, space and identity—to reduce bias, gain clarity, lower anxiety and coach ourselves toward wiser personal and professional choices.

The GLP-1 Diet Cookbook
by Marie Feldman

Designed for individuals using GLP-1 medications, this cookbook offers nutrient-rich, high-protein, and fiber-focused recipes alongside six weeks of meal plans aimed at preventing malnutrition, supporting muscle maintenance, and promoting satiety during weight loss on reduced-calorie diets.

A History of Astrology, Divination, and Prophecy.
by Dorling Kindersley Limited

This illustrated guide traces humanity's fascination with predicting the future, exploring the global history of astrology, divination, and prophecy, from Mesopotamian stargazers to modern tarot, crystals, numerology and mystics like Nostradamus.

How to Make Your Brain Your Best Friend: A Neuroscientist's Guide to a Healthier, Happier Life
by Rachel Barr

Rachel Barr struggled through years of devastating loss, heartache, and uncertainty until neuroscience gave her the first spark of self-belief she had felt in her adult life — and proof that, because of the brain’s near-infinite potential for neuroplastic change, it’s never too late to carve out neural pathways to form new habits, new skills, and new ways of thinking.

I Just Wish I Had a Bigger Kitchen
by Kate Strickler

In a social media saturated world where it's all too easy to believe we'd be happy "if only," popular mentor of moms offers practical advice, tips, and her trademark philosophy of home to help you identify and dismantle the 10 most common lies about time, friends, money, and home life-- to truly enjoy the life you already have.

The Martians: The True Story of an Alien Craze that Captured Turn-of-the-Century America
by David Baron

Recounts early twentieth-century Mars mania, following Percival Lowell's rise and fall as he championed the belief in intelligent Martians, revealing how scientific speculation, public fascination, and cultural projection transformed the red planet into both a symbol of hope and a mirror of human ambition. Illustrations.

Moon Mexico City
by Julie Meade

Baroque palaces and energetic streets, old-school taquerías and contemporary art define Mexico City. Guide includes neighborhood information, sights to see, food and nightlife, itineraries and day trips, advice, and fold out maps and illustrations.

Nagasaki: The Last Witnesses
by M. G. Sheftall

An intimate, firsthand account of life in Nagasaki, and the story of incomprehensible devastation and resilience in the aftermath of the second atomic bomb drop.

Nature and the Mind: The Science of How Nature Improves Cognitive, Physical, and Social Well-Being
by Marc G. Berman

Explains why and how nature is good for our brains and bodies and gives us a window into fundamental aspects of our psychology and physiology that can be improved through interactions with nature.

The Opposite of Settling: How to Get Everything You Want Out of Love and Life Without Losing Your Spark
by Case Kenny

Offers tools for building empowering relationships, encouraging readers to abandon fear-based habits and societal pressures in favor of connections that foster independence, personal growth, and a deeper sense of clarity and authenticity in love.

Patriarchy Inc.: What We Get Wrong About Gender Equality–And Why Men Still Win at Work
by Cordelia Fine

Fine examines why gender inequality is embedded in the workplace and why it has to change. Drawing on theories from evolutionary science, psychology, economics, and sociology, she examines two of the most prominent movements in the corporate world.

Semi-Well-Adjusted Despite Literally Everything
by Alyson Stoner

The former Disney Channel star offers a telling memoir—from family and eating issues to religious trauma— that begins in Hollywood but has a chilling relatability that will impact anyone navigating identity, purpose and mental health.

Shadow of the Bridge: The Delphi Murders and the Dark Side of the American Heartland
by Áine Cain

The investigative team behind a series of bombshell reports on the Delphi murders case have put forth the only definitive account of the entire investigation, answering many of the questions that have haunted so many since the deaths of Libby German and Abby Williams.

Tame Your Thoughts: Three Tools to Renew Your Mind and Transform Your Life
by Max Lucado

When was the last time you awakened to a swirl of out-of-control thoughts? Perhaps you were overwhelmed with the weight of worry, the fear of failing, or the grip of guilt. The way we think directly impacts our joy and peace. Max Lucado provides three biblical and practical tools to renew your mind and transform your life.

Unbreakable: A Woman's Guide to Aging with Power
by Vonda Wright

Stronger muscles and bones, increased mobility, lifelong independence and a new mentality for aging with power—this cutting-edge guide to nutrition, training and lifestyle will optimize a woman's body for longevity, through menopause and beyond.

The Weekly Grocery Shop: Plan Better Eat Better Spend Less
by Nabula El Mourid

Nabula has taken the shame out of supermarkets by arming her loyal and engaged audience with everything they need to make informed, nourishing and budget-conscious choices. she distils this knowledge on how to best navigate the plethora of brand options (and lengthy ingredients lists) and how to get the best deals in your trolley, then turns her attention to more than 70 recipes that will take you from breakfast to dinner, and all through the week.