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Helmut Deutsch's memoirs offer a unique glimpse into the life of an accomplished accompanist, spanning over 50 years and featuring collaborations with more than 100 renowned singers. Throughout his...

At seventeen, Tara Westover's first experience of school was a rare and significant event in her life. Born into a survivalist family in the mountains of Idaho, she had grown up without formal...

A poignant and thought-provoking memoir about growing up in a mixed-race family in 1970s New Jersey. In this lyrical and often searing account, Matthew Guterl recounts his family's story, including...

The River: A MemoirThis powerful and poignant memoir recounts the author's journey through a series of traumatic experiences, family shelters, and foster homes, as he grapples with the insidious...

A gripping testament to the power of self-discovery and ambition, Huma Abedin's memoir offers a deeply personal exploration of identity, faith, marriage, motherhood, and work. Born into an...

A Fictitious Story of Unveiling the Truth This book tells the story of a man's words holding immense power and the potential consequences of revealing long-hidden truths. For over two thousand years,...

Howard Dully's memoir is a deeply personal account of his tumultuous childhood, his experiences with lobotomy, and his quest for redemption. At just twelve years old, Dully underwent a life-changing...

Seymour the hamster has the perfect life. He has a spacious cage, a constant food supply, and a FuzzyBoy 360 exercise wheel that lets him run to his heart's content. Life could not be better. Or...

Elizabeth Jane Howard's memoir, Slipstream, offers a candid and revealing look at the life of a celebrated British writer. Born in London in 1923, Howard recounts her journey from a private education...

The Memoirs of Cleopatra by Margaret George is a captivating tale told in the first person, from Queen Cleopatra's earliest memories to her own reign over one of the most glittering kingdoms in the...

Vera Figner's Memoirs of a Revolutionist is a candid and introspective account of her life as a Russian revolutionary. Born into the aristocracy, Figner recounts how she transformed into one of...

Chelsea Manning's README.txt A Memoir is a powerful and courageous account of her life as a transparency activist and trans woman. In 2010, she made headlines by leaking 720,000 classified military...

Seymour Hersh's remarkable life story is told in his memoir Reporter. From running a dry cleaning store as a teenager to becoming one of America's premier investigative journalists, Hersh's journey...

Gaia in Turmoil explores the intersection of global environmental problems and Gaian science, providing new perspectives on climate change, biodiversity destruction, and Earth ethics.This collection...

Stitches: A MemoirThis searing graphic memoir recounts David Small's terrifying childhood experience after a supposedly harmless operation left him mute and with cancer. With vivid, kaleidoscopic...

Lying A Metaphorical Memoir by Lauren Slater is a thought-provoking exploration of the relationship between fact and fiction. After being diagnosed with a rare illness, Slater developed seizures and...

Autofellatio A Memoir by James Maker is a candid and introspective work that explores the complexities of life. With its remastered edition featuring new chapters, this memoir offers a unique...

The War: A MemoirA haunting and deeply personal account of life in Paris during the Nazi occupation and its aftermath. Written by Marguerite Duras, this memoir is a riveting portrayal of the...

This epic memoir tells the extraordinary story of a geisha girl, spanning over twenty years of Japan's most dramatic history. Born in 1929, she recounts her journey from a small fishing village to...

The Apricot Memoirs by Tess Guinery is a captivating collection of poetry and prose that invites you to surrender the ordinary for something greater. Born from a season of adventure and...

Jon Cryer's So That Happened A Memoir is a warmly endearing and frankly funny look at life in Hollywood. With behind-the-scenes stories from his three-decades-long career, Cryer shares his triumphs...

Bucky Orson's life in Blackwell is far from ordinary. His little sister's extraordinary power has made her a target, and Bucky must confront his own flaws to protect those he cares about. As he...

Fearless: A Memoir by Mohinder Amarnath and Rajender Amarnath is a candid account of the author's remarkable cricketing career. From his early days as a batsman struggling with short-pitched fast...

Marise Gaughan's memoir is a powerful exploration of her journey towards understanding and healing. At nine years old, she first realized that something was amiss in her life, which would ultimately...

For as long as Porochista Khakpour can remember, she has been struggling with illness. Her story is one of survival, pain and transformation, as she navigates the complexities of feeling at home in...

Adamus Saint-Germain's Memoirs of a Master is a collection of 20 short stories that explore complex teachings in an engaging and accessible way. By presenting sacred information in story form, the...

Discover the power of ancient magick with over 120 spells to guide your life in the direction you wish.This comprehensive grimoire covers various forms of magick, including white, gray, and black...

Nicholas Royle's memoir is a poignant and humorous portrait of family life, mother-son relationships, and bereavement. Written with poetic and philosophical insight, it explores themes of literature,...

Jesse Dayton's memoir Beaumonster is a behind-the-scenes look at his extraordinary career as a musician and performer. From sneaking into nightclubs to play gigs in his youth, to touring the world...

A memorial edition of Elie Wiesel's powerful memoir Night, with tributes by President Obama and Samantha Power. This edition serves as a fitting tribute to the author, who passed away in 2016. In...

Godspeed: A Memoir is a deeply personal and evocative account of one woman's struggle with addiction and loneliness.At 15, Casey Legler was already a world-class swimmer, but behind the scenes she...

This poignant novel opens with the sound of parakeets speaking in a secret language, echoing the migrations that brought ancestors from India to Mauritius in 1872. This marks the beginning of a...

Zanzibar A Memoir by Mehboob Qureshi is a personal account of life in Zanzibar from 1934 to 1957. Born and raised in this island, the author recounts his experiences teaching, studying, and...

Wangari Maathai's remarkable memoir recounts her extraordinary life, from her childhood in rural Kenya to her rise as a global advocate for environmental conservation and democracy. Through her...

Traces A Memoir by Gamal Al-Ghitani is a poignant and introspective work that explores the complexities of memory. Written over a decade before his passing, this memoir weaves together fragments from...

Jeannette Watson's life was marked by both glamour and darkness. Born into a family with a complex history, she struggled to find her place within it. Her mental health was affected by the struggles...

Amy Butcher's journey to freedom took an unexpected turn when she reached out for help. Seeking escape from an emotionally burdening relationship, she turned to Joy "Mothertrucker" Wiebe, a woman who...

A powerful and engrossing story of a biracial heiress who escapes to Paris during a time of revolution. Born into privilege but never fully accepted by island elites, Sylvie de Rosiers flees her home...

Daniella Mestyanek Young's memoir, Uncultured, is a powerful exploration of the dangers of group mentality and the resilience of the human spirit. Born into a religious cult in Brazil, Daniella was...

Tara Westover's memoir is a powerful and moving account of her journey from a survivalist upbringing to a life of learning and self-discovery. Born into a family that rejected mainstream society,...

Jim Carrey's Memoirs and Misinformation is a fearless semi-autobiographical novel that deconstructs the persona of its author. With the help of screenwriter Charlie Kaufman, Carrey and co-author Dana...

The Half of It: A Memoir by Madison BeerThis candid and unflinching memoir offers a behind-the-scenes look at the life of one of the most influential social media presences of her generation. From...

Priestdaddy is a memoir that tells the story of Patricia Lockwood's unconventional upbringing. Her childhood was marked by an impoverished environment, a mother who spoke in riddles, and a father who...

A memoir spanning the first 40 years of Gore Vidal's life, Palimpsest is a richly detailed account of his childhood, education and early career. Born in Washington DC, Vidal recounts his experiences...

Splinters A Memoir by Leslie Jamison is a deeply personal and thought-provoking exploration of motherhood, art, and new love. After the end of her marriage, Jamison embarks on a journey of rebuilding...

Chelsea Manning's README. Txt A Memoir is a profoundly moving and candid account of her life as a whistle-blower, activist, and trans woman. Chelsea recounts how she joined the US Army after a...

Alisson Wood's memoir, Being Lolita, is a powerful coming-of-age story that explores the complexities of obsession, passion and manipulation.The book begins with Alisson's transformation from a...

This is Marcus Samuelsson's story, one that begins with a simple ritual: helping his grandmother prepare a roast chicken for dinner every Saturday afternoon. As he grew up, this love of food and...

Vic Reeves' vivid and hilarious memoir tells the story of his unconventional childhood. Growing up in Yorkshire and County Durham, James Moir - later to become Vic Reeves - had a unique upbringing...

Debbie Reynolds shares her life story in this memoir, covering her experiences as an actress during Hollywood's Golden Age, her lifelong friendship with Elizabeth Taylor, and intimate details of her...

First published as #1 New York Times Bestseller, Lovely One: A Memoir is a deeply personal account of Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson's life story. Born with the name "Ketanji Onyika", meaning "Lovely...

Blamed for the 9/11 attacks, one woman's life was forever changed. After being scapegoated by the media and forced to resign, Virginia Buckingham struggled to come to terms with her role in the...

Cicely Tyson's memoir is a deeply personal and unflinching account of her life, from her childhood to her current status as a renowned actress. With candour and humility, she shares stories of love,...

Negroland: A Memoir by Margo Jefferson is a deeply personal and thought-provoking exploration of race, identity, and American culture. Born into an upper-crust black Chicago family, the author has...

Ben Yagoda's "Memoir: A History" is a fascinating exploration of how stories have been told and arguments made over time. From ancient beginnings to modern-day memoirs, Yagoda delves into the...

Nobu: A MemoirThis memoir offers a unique glimpse into the life of chef and restaurateur Nobu Matsuhisa, sharing lessons in humility, gratitude, and empathy that will resonate with readers long after...

Pat Smullen was one of Ireland's most successful jockeys, with a career marked by incredible highs and devastating lows. Despite his many achievements, including nine championship titles, he remained...

The Grimoire of Armadel is an ancient book of popularized Christian magic, translated from a 17th century manuscript stored in Paris. Its intricate sigils add to its mystique.Originally published in...

Kate Holden's memoir In My Skin is a powerful and unflinching account of her journey through heroin addiction, prostitution, and recovery. With vivid clarity, she recounts the sense of invincibility...

Rome's rich and powerful society was threatened by conspiracy, extortion, murder, and anarchy. Spurius argues that the Bacchic cult aimed to rot Rome from within. In his memoirs, he claims to have...

Iain Matthews is one of the music industry's great survivors, with a career spanning over fifty years. He has been making pitch-perfect records and performing with some of the most iconic bands in...

Spells of the Grimoires by Arundell Overman is a collection of 50 practical spells from various grimoires. These spells cover a range of topics, including dream magic, mirror magic, fairy magic,...

Colin Broderick's memoir offers a harrowing and unflinching account of his struggles with addiction and identity in 1980s and 1990s America. Born Irish, he navigates the complexities of heritage and...

The Grimoire of Tiamat presents a complete system of magick based around the Mesopotamian primordial goddess Tiamat and her eleven demon-gods. This comprehensive guide is divided into three sections,...

Alisson Wood's memoir, Being Lolita, is a powerful and thought-provoking account of her experiences with an abusive relationship. As a teenager, Alisson found solace in writing and a charismatic...

At seventy years old, Anne Roiphe's life was turned upside down by the sudden loss of her husband. Yet it wasn't until her daughters placed an ad in a literary journal that she began to consider the...

A vivid portrayal of 1950s high fashion and expatriate life in Paris and London is presented through the eyes of an American model.With her experience as a VOGUE and Chanel model, Ann Montgomery...

First published in 2021, Crude: A Memoir by Pablo Fajardo and Sophie Tardy-Joubert tells the story of a landmark environmental case that highlights the devastating impact of corporate greed on...

Corporal William Dale's War Memoirs offer a personal account of his experiences during World War One. From enlistment to discharge, this book chronicles his journey through the Great War.Read about...

Teresa Fazio's memoir offers a unique perspective on her experiences as a young woman in the Marine Corps during the early days of Operation Iraqi Freedom. At just 23 years old, she found herself...

Victor Serge's Memoirs of a Revolutionary is a gripping account of a life on the front lines of history. Born into a world of exiles and conspirators, Serge recounts his involvement with the...

Konstanty Michałowicz's memoirs offer a unique perspective on the Ottoman Empire's military campaigns and the Janissary corps. Trained as a Janissary, Michałowicz witnessed key events, including the...

Mary Karr's The Art of Memoir is a unique exploration of the mechanics and art of the memoir form. Drawing on her own experiences as a writer, therapist, and spiritual seeker, Karr synthesizes her...

Dying of Politeness is a candid and surprising memoir from two-time Academy Award winner Geena Davis. From her epically polite childhood to her iconic roles in Hollywood, Davis shares a journey of...

Boyhood: A Memoir by J.M. Coetzee is a deeply personal and introspective work that explores the complexities of identity, culture, and belonging. In this poignant and thought-provoking memoir, the...

Memoirs of Hadrian is a thought-provoking exploration of character and history. First published in France in 1951, this novel reimagines the life of Emperor Hadrian, from his tumultuous childhood to...

Rebecca Schiller's memoir is a poignant exploration of one woman's journey to find hope and healing in a world that often feels overwhelming.After moving to a smallholding, Rebecca finds herself...

Sunday Times Celebrity Book of the Year 2010. Chris Evans's life seemed to have it all - wealth, fame, and success as the owner of his own radio station and media company. However, behind the scenes,...

Jonathan Dollimore's memoir is a poignant exploration of human desire, weaving together recollections of struggle, love, literature and loss. Through his experiences in the gay subcultures of late...

Diane di Prima's Memoirs of a Beatnik is a powerful and moving account of a woman artist coming of age in a male-dominated movement. This memoir offers a fascinating narrative about the courage and...

Memoirs of a Hunter is Ivan Turgenev's first major publication, a series of tales based largely on his own experiences while hunting on his mother's estate. Set against the backdrop of rural Russia...

Trans tells the story of Juliet Jacques' life to the present moment, from her early days as a writer navigating a world dominated by London cliques, to her journey of self-discovery and transition.In...

Deborah Mitford, Duchess of Devonshire, shares her remarkable life story in this autobiography. Born into an eccentric and happy childhood, she recounts her experiences from tea with Adolf Hitler to...

Rosanne Cash's memoir Composed is a deeply personal and moving account of her life, informed by her remarkable body of work as a singer-songwriter and author. With its emotional acuity, rich imagery,...

Dying of Politeness: A Memoir by Geena Davis is a candid and surprising tale of her journey from childhood to Hollywood stardom. From announcing at three years old that she wanted to be in movies, to...

Robert F. Kennedy: A Memoir by Jack Newfield This is a candid and intimate portrait of Robert F. Kennedy, one of America's most complex and charismatic figures. Acclaimed reporter Jack Newfield...

Susan Burton's Empty: A Memoir is a candid and powerful account of her struggles with anorexia and binge-eating disorder. Burton recounts how, after her parents' divorce, she moved to Colorado and...

Denis Diderot's Memoirs of a Nun is a thought-provoking exploration of themes such as religious hypocrisy and sexual repression. Written by one of the most influential figures of the French...

Set against the intrigue and passion of 16th-century France, Mademoiselle Boleyn is a captivating portrait of Anne Boleyn's youth and her unconventional education in the royal court.The story follows...

Jessica Stern's memoir Denial is a deeply personal and thought-provoking account of trauma, denial, and recovery. In 1973, at just 15 years old, Stern was one of two girls raped in an unlocked house...

A powerful memoir about self-discovery, community and resilience in the face of adversity. Growing up in rural Oregon, Brandon Wolf faced devastating loss and embedded racism and homophobia that made...

Beverley Manley's life has been an odyssey from humble beginnings to becoming a household name. Born into a family where her mother's love was reserved for those lighter than herself, Beverley defied...

Rescuing Moira by Ellie Masters is a gripping Romantic Suspense novel that follows the story of Moira, a woman who has been through hell and back. Despite her tough exterior, she is vulnerable and in...

Internationally acclaimed pianist Evgeny Kissin shares his unique perspective and insights in this deeply personal memoir.The intensity of Kissin's thinking and being shines through in these pages,...

A powerful and poignant memoir about identity and belonging. Born in Hawaii to parents from different cultural backgrounds, Jessica Machado struggles with her sense of place and connection to her...

A riveting debut memoir that spills all the secrets Mandy Stadtmiller knows about dating, relationships and finding one's true nature. With unflinching honesty and humor, she takes readers behind the...

A Place for Us: A Memoir by Brandon J. Wolf is a powerful and poignant coming-of-age story about self-discovery, community, love, and resilience in the face of adversity. Growing up in rural Oregon,...

Patrick White's final novel, published in 2019, presents a unique blend of fact and fiction. Edited by the author himself, this memoir features the eccentric recollections of an ageing actor,...

Alexandra Fuller's memoir Fi is a poignant and powerful exploration of motherhood, grief, and resilience. After losing her 21-year-old son in his sleep, Alexandra embarks on a journey to find a way...

A wrenching and redemptive coming-of-age memoir about growing up in a hazardous home and finding salvation in geek culture. Joseph Earl Thomas recounts his difficult childhood, marked by failure and...