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New Nonfiction
January 2025 |
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Brooke Shields Is Not Allowed to Get Old
by Brooke Shields
The former child star reflects on aging with confidence and empowerment, challenging societal stereotypes about women growing older, while sharing personal experiences and insights to encourage women to reclaim their power and redefine the narrative around aging.
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Dare I Say It
by Naomi Watts
The actress known for 21 Grams and Mulholland Drive blends personal stories with expert advice to demystify menopause, offering women a candid, supportive guide to managing symptoms, tackling aging and embracing this transformative phase of life with confidence.
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Dirtbag Queen
by Andy Corren
This humorous and heartfelt family portrait explores the life of a wildly unconventional mother, her eccentric children and their chaotic bonds, blending love and forgiveness in a celebration of the imperfect yet unbreakable ties that connect them.
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The Harder I Fight, the More I Love You
by Neko Case
Chronicles the Grammy-nominated artist's evolution from an isolated, poverty-stricken childhood in rural Washington to a revered international figure, emphasizing themes of loneliness, nature, camaraderie, and the transformative impact of music and art on personal identity amidst obstacles.
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How to Share an Egg
by Bonny Reichert
A journalist embarks on a journey to reconnect with her culinary heritage, tracing her roots through food and family, while confronting her father's Holocaust survival by using cuisine as both a means of healing and a link to her past.
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I Am Nobody's Slave
by Lee Hawkins
This memoir examines a Black family's pursuit of the American Dream, exploring generational trauma from slavery and systemic racism, revealing how racial violence shaped their lives, and uncovering the emotional toll and resilience passed down through generations.
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In Gad We Trust
by Josh Gad
This comedic and heartfelt essay collection from the star of Book of Mormon covers topics such as his parents' divorce, struggles with self-image, career breakthrough and fatherhood, featuring never-before-seen photos and witty anecdotes from the entertainment world.
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The Survivor
by Josef Lewkowicz
Tells the remarkable story of Josef Lewkowicz, who endured six concentration camps during the Holocaust and later became a determined Nazi hunter, capturing notorious SS officer Amon Goeth, while offering readers a poignant narrative of survival, justice, and the resilience of the human spirit amidst the darkest moments of history.
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Three Wild Dogs (And the Truth)
by Markus Zusak
Documents the adoption of three unruly rescue dogs that transform the Zusak family's life, revealing the chaos, love, and unexpected lessons while exploring the deeper connections between humans and animals.
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The Woman who Knew Everyone
by Meryl Gordon
An extensively researched account of the life of a wealthy and influential Washington socialite of the mid-20th century, who inspired a Broadway musical with her extravagant parties, her close relationships with U.S. presidents, and her pioneering support for the Equal Rights Amendment.
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An African History of Africa
by Zeinab Badawi
This sweeping historical survey traces Africa's rich legacy from prehistory to the present, exploring ancient civilizations, medieval empires and colonialism's impact, while highlighting African voices and perspectives to offer a long-overdue account of the continent's global significance.
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Before Elvis
by Preston Lauterbach
This exploration of the Black musicians who shaped Elvis Presley's music focuses on four overlooked artists while examining their influence, legacies and the systemic injustices that kept them in poverty as others profited from their work.
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The Crazies
by Amy Gamerman
Explores the conflict between a struggling rancher and wealthy neighbors over a wind farm in Big Timber, Montana, examining themes of land rights, environmental challenges, and American values, while introducing a diverse cast of characters amid an epic showdown that reflects broader societal issues in a changing landscape.
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Embers of the Hands
by Eleanor Barraclough
A history of the Viking Age, from mighty leaders to rebellious teenagers, told through their runes and ruins, games and combs, trash and treasure.
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In Open Contempt
by Irvin Weathersby
This powerful exploration of America's ongoing confrontation with white supremacy, examining monuments, public spaces and historical landmarks tied to racial trauma, while offering a hopeful reimagining of these spaces to honor true history and promote healing.
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The JFK conspiracy
by Brad Meltzer
Uncovers the little-known story of Richard Pavlick, a disgruntled postal worker who plotted to assassinate John F. Kennedy in December 1960, just before his inauguration, detailing the near-miss that could have altered American history and the gripping events surrounding the failed attempt.
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New Prize for These Eyes
by Juan Williams
In a follow-up to Eyes on the Prize, a best-selling author turns his attention to the rise of a new 21st-century civil rights movement.
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Realm of Ice and Sky
by Buddy Levy
A National Outdoor Book Award-winning author's thrilling narrative of polar exploration via airship—and the men who sacrificed everything to make history.
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Saints and Liars
by Debórah Dwork
A history that plumbs the extraordinary stories of American relief and rescue workers during World War II.
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Save Our Souls
by Matthew Pearl
In this true story, on December 10, 1887, the Walker family's shark fishing boat was split in two by a storm, and they awoke in the morning on an island inhabited by a ragged man named Hans who seemed helpful but had a dark secret.
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The Sinners All Bow
by Kate Winkler Dawson
Revisits the mysterious 1832 death of Sarah Maria Cornell, intertwining historical investigation with modern forensic techniques to uncover the truth behind her demise and the trial of Reverend Ephraim Avery, while reflecting on the impact of women who challenged societal norms in their pursuit of justice.
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Somewhere Toward Freedom
by Bennett Parten
Details General William T. Sherman's 1864 march through Atlanta to Savannah, highlighting its impact on the Civil War and the self-emancipation of enslaved people who joined his army, addressing the initial Reconstruction efforts and the challenges faced by newly freed individuals amidst ongoing racism and opposition.
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Aflame
by Pico Iyer
From the best-selling author of The Art of Stillness comes an exploration of the abiding clarity and calm to be found in quiet retreat.
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Beyond Anxiety
by Martha Nibley Beck
A guide to overcoming anxiety by tapping into creativity, blending neuroscience and sociology to explain how engaging the brain's creative systems can break the anxiety cycle and lead to peace, improved problem-solving and deeper connections with others.
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Black in Blues
by Imani Perry
A National Book Award winner examines the connection of the color blue to Black history, weaving together themes of hope, melancholy and personal experience to examine race in ways that transcend politics and ideology.
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Buy What You Love Without Going Broke
by Jen Smith
The duo behind the Frugal Friends podcast offer a practical, guilt-free guide to reshaping spending habits by identifying what you truly value, addressing impulse spending and prioritizing financial goals in today's challenging economic landscape.
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Defy
by Sunita Sah
This comprehensive exploration of defiance examines the pressures that silence us and offers research-based strategies to resist compliance, featuring real-world examples and practical tools to empower individuals to speak up and act in alignment with their values.
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The Forgotten Sense
by Jonas Olofsson
Explores the human sense of smell through the lens of neuroscience and psychology, revealing its extraordinary sensitivity and how it engages the brain, affects our perceptions, and shapes our experiences, while examining historical perspectives, the role of smell in evolution, and the potential for smell rehabilitation after illness.
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A History of Ancient Rome in Twelve Coins
by Gareth Harney
This accessible historical account traces ancient Rome's rise to power through the stories of twelve remarkable coins, revealing how Romans used currency to immortalize their gods, emperors and conquests, connecting modern readers with the empire's epic past.
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House of Huawei
by Eva Dou
This story of a reclusive entrepreneur who spent decades building a telecom empire thrust into global focus after the 2018 detention of its heiress reveals the complex web of power, money and influence surrounding the rise of this technological giant.
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The House of My Mother
by Shari Franke
Exposes the hidden abuse the author endured from her mother, Ruby Franke, behind the scenes of the popular 8 Passengers YouTube channel, detailing Ruby's strict control, influence from relationship coach Jodi Hildebrandt, and Shari's path to healing after her mother's 2023 arrest for child abuse.
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Menopause Is Hot
by Mariella Frostrup
In a guide designed to equip readers with the know-how to handle symptoms starting from perimenopause onward, renowned journalists present stories from women around the world at various ages and stages of their menopause journey.
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Parent Yourself First
by Bryana Kappadakunnel
A licensed marriage and family therapist explains that your upbringing impacts your parenting style in ways you don't fully recognize, and that it's your responsibility to heal yourself to truly connect with your child.
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Plundered
by Bernadette Atuahene
By following the lives of two Detroit grandfathers?—?one Black the other white?—?and their grandchildren, the author tells a riveting tale about racist policies, how they take root, why they flourish, and who profits.
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The Power Pause
by Neha Ruch
Challenges traditional stereotypes of stay-at-home parenthood, offering a paradigm-shifting guide for women navigating career breaks after having children, featuring expert advice, diverse personal stories, and interactive exercises to help redefine identity, find meaning in caregiving, and explore pathways back to the workforce.
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The Sun Won't Come Out Tomorrow
by Kristen Martin
Critiques the myth of American orphanhood by exploring its historical realities, including the oppressive nature of early orphanages, systemic classism and racism, and her personal experiences, urging a reevaluation of society's approach to child welfare and community care.
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Tidy Up Your Life
by Tyler Moore
Shares guiding principles and practical routines for organizing and prioritizing both physical and emotional spaces, drawing from his experiences as a busy parent living in a small apartment, aiming to help overwhelmed individuals create a more joyful and manageable home life.
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The Way of Play
by Tina Payne Bryson
New science has discovered that specific, deliberate, playful interaction with parents is the key to their healthy emotional development and later resilience as well. As New York Times bestselling author Tina Payne Bryson and nationally recognized play expert Georgie Wisen-Vincent explain, this doesn't mean getting on all fours and making toy car sounds or enrolling a child in mommy-and-me classes; it's the daily, little moments together that can make the most impact. In The Way of Play, they detail the eight playful techniques that harness this caregiving magic and take just a few minutes.
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You'll Never Believe Me
by Kari Ferrell
Recounts the author's journey from being a troubled, adopted Asian American girl in Utah to becoming the infamous“Hipster Grifter” in New York City, detailing her rise through petty crime, media sensationalism, incarceration, and eventual redemption as she transforms her life through activism and social justice.
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