New Nonfiction
September 2025
Biography & Memoir
107 Days
by Kamala Harris

For the first time, and with surprising and revealing insights, Kamala Harris tells the story of one of the wildest and most consequential presidential campaigns in American history.
All the Way to the River: Love, Loss and Liberation
by Elizabeth Gilbert

A raw and unflinching memoir of love, addiction, heartbreak, and transformation from the author of Eat Pray Love traces her journey from deep friendship to destructive passion and the hard-won freedom from patterns that once felt impossible to escape.
Articulate: A Deaf Memoir of Voice
by Rachel Kolb

Blending memoir and cultural insight, this lyrical narrative traces a deaf woman's journey through speech therapy, ASL and cochlear implants as she redefines voice, communication and identity across deaf and hearing worlds in search of mutual understanding.
Awake: A Memoir
by Jen Hatmaker

A candid, humorous, and emotionally raw memoir of personal upheaval, charting the collapse of a long marriage, the unraveling of identity and belief systems and the painful but empowering journey toward healing, self-reliance and unexpected renewal.
Lin-Manuel Miranda: The Education of an Artist
by Daniel Pollack-pelzner

Traces Miranda's path from a friendly but isolated child to the winner of multiple Tonys and Grammys for Broadway hits Hamilton and In the Heights, a global chart-topping sensation for songs in Disney's Moana and Encanto, and the recipient of a Pulitzer Prize and a MacArthur Genius Grant.
The Book of Sheen: A Memoir
by Charlie Sheen

For the first time, the star of Platoon, Wall Street, Major League and Two and a Half Men writes the story of his extraordinary life in an unfiltered memoir..
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.
Softly, As I Leave You: Life After Elvis
by Priscilla Presley

Recounts the author's journey from life inside Elvis's inner circle to finding independence after their divorce, navigating grief, single motherhood, and personal reinvention as she built a life beyond fame, ultimately transforming tragedy and loss into strength and purpose.
Still Bobbi
by Bobbi Brown

Traces the author's rise from a socially confident but academically struggling suburban girl to a pioneering force in the beauty industry, highlighting how she built two influential brands while staying true to her philosophy of authenticity, simplicity, and resilience in both business and life.
Truly
by Lionel Richie

Recounts the life of a shy Tuskegee-born musician who rose to global fame and persisted through decades of cultural shifts, musical milestones and personal challenges, offering a behind-the-scenes account of his evolving artistry and enduring public presence.
Water Mirror Echo: Bruce Lee and the Making of Asian America
by Jeff Chang

Drawing on intimate interviews and rare archival materials, this biography examines Bruce Lee's transformation from a sickly child in postwar Hong Kong to a cultural trailblazer whose life and legacy helped catalyze the emergence of Asian America.
General Nonfiction 
History Matters
by David McCullough

This posthumous collection of essays from the legendary historian looks at subjects such as the character of American leaders, the influence of art and mentors and the importance of understanding the past to better navigate the present and future.
Rocket Dreams: Musk, Bezos, and the Inside Story of the New, Trillion-Dollar Space Race
by Christian Davenport

Offers a riveting, fly-on-the-wall account of the grit-fueled global battle to push humankind further into the cosmos—revealing that the science fiction dreams of the last century may soon become our reality.
The Big One: How We Just Prepare for Future Deadly Pandemics
by Michael T Osterholm

Examining past outbreaks and the global response to Covid-19, this urgent analysis outlines the likelihood and potential severity of future pandemics, presenting a roadmap of scientific, political and societal steps needed to prepare for the far deadlier crises that may lie ahead.
We the People: A History of the U.S. Constitution
by Jill Lepore

Explores the evolving meaning of the U.S. Constitution, tracing generations of interpretation and amendment efforts, and arguing that the founders envisioned a living, adaptable document—challenging modern originalism and advocating for democratic engagement in shaping constitutional change.
While Israel Slept: How Hamas Surprised the Most Powerful Military in the Middle East
by Yaakov Katz

Offers a powerful indictment of the political and military decisions that led to the events of October 7 in Israel.
The Women's Orchestra of Auschwitz: A Story of Survival
by Anne Sebba

Chronicles the story of the women who came together to form an orchestra in their struggle to survive the horror of Auschwitz. By the New York Times bestselling author of Les Parisiennes.
Miscellaneous
The Arrogant Ape: The Myth of Human Exceptionalism and Why it Matters
by Christine E. Webb

Challenges the ideology of human superiority, drawing on animal behavior research and cognitive science to reveal the overlooked intelligence and social complexity of nonhuman life, arguing that rejecting human exceptionalism can transform our relationship with the planet and foster a more sustainable future.
Confronting Evil: Assessing the Worst of the Worst
by Bill O'Reilly

From the world's #1 bestselling history author comes a compelling exploration of history's most notorious figures, examining how their choices inflicted immense suffering and illustrating the enduring human struggle between good and evil.
Dealing with Feeling: Use Your Emotions to Create the Life You Want
by Marc A. Brackett

From the founding director of the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence and author of the bestselling book Permission to Feel comes an essential guide for regulating how we respond to our emotions to transform our lives.
Disrupt Everything—and Win: Take Control of Your Future
by James Patterson

The best-selling author and a leading expert on disruption explain how to use this technique to affect life-changing improvements in all aspects of life in family, work and community relationships.
Every Screen on the Planet: The War Over Tiktok
by Emily Baker-white

An investigative journalist explores the addictive algorithm that lies at the center of a geopolitical battle, as TikTok's rise sparks concerns over surveillance, propaganda and the future of a free internet amid escalating tensions between the U.S. and China.
Fawning: Why the Need to Please Makes Us Lose Ourselves -- and How to Find Our Way Back
by Ingrid Clayton

From a clinical psychologist and expert in complex trauma recovery comes a powerful guide introducing fawning, an often-overlooked piece of the fight-flight-freeze reaction to trauma—explaining what it is, why it happens, and how to help survivors regain their voice and sense of self.
A Fine Line Between Stupid and Clever: The Story of Spinal Tap
by Rob Reiner

An inside look at the creation, legacy and cultural impact of the groundbreaking mockumentary comedy This Is Spinal Tap features behind-the-scenes stories, iconic quotes and rare memorabilia from the fictional band that became a real rock phenomenon.
Here We Go: Lessons for Living Fearlessly From Two Traveling Nanas
by Eleanor Hamby

Two lifelong friends in their 80s embark on a budget-friendly, global adventure that deepens their bond, strengthens their faith and inspires others to embrace aging with courage, joy, connection and an unshakable zest for life.
Jump and Find Joy: Embracing Change in Every Season of Life
by Hoda Kotb

From #1 New York Times bestselling author and beloved former Today co-host Hoda Kotb comes her most personal, ambitious book yet—a guide to dealing with change and upheaval, even (and perhaps especially) when it’s unexpected.
Lions and Scavengers: The True Story of America And Her Critics
by Ben Shapiro

Examines the current state of America and Western civilization, and poses a question: Will we be Lions, or will we be Scavengers?
The New Book: Poems, Letters, Blurbs, and Things
by Nikki Giovanni

Combines poetry, short letters, and prose to confront cultural and political divisions, reflect on thewidespread reckoning with racial injustice of 2020, and celebrate resilience, joy and legacy, reaffirming the author's role as a prominent radical voice and cultural critic in American literature.
Poems & Prayers
by Matthew McConaughey

A well-known actor and bestselling author of Greelights offers an inspirational collection.
Protocols: An Operating Manual for the Human Body
by Andrew D. Huberman

A neuroscientist and tenured professor at Stanford School of Medicine introduces an essential guide to improving brain function, enhancing mood and energy, optimizing bodily health and physical performance and rewiring your nervous system to learn new skills and behaviors to transform your life.
Replaceable You: Adventures in Human Anatomy
by Mary Roach

From the New York Times best-selling author of Stiff and Fuzz comes a rollicking exploration of the quest to recreate the impossible complexities of human anatomy including difficult questions prompted by the human body's failings.
The Unexpected Journey: Finding Strength, Hope, and Yourself on the Caregiving Path
by Emma Heming Willis

Draws on personal experience and expert insights to support dementia caregivers with practical advice, emotional validation, and strategies for maintaining self-care and resilience while navigating the unpredictable, often isolating and life-altering reality of supporting a loved one with frontotemporal dementia.
Why Fascists Fear Teachers: Public Education and the Future of Democracy
by Randi Weingarten

America's most influential teacher's union leader tells the anti-fascist history of public education, warning that American teachers today are under a new fascist assault-from book bans to culture wars and organized groups of "concerned" parents dictating what can be taught.
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