The collapse of the Soviet Union is one of the most significant events of the twentieth century. Camel from Kyzylkum is the story of the author, Lara Gelya, an immigrant from the Soviet Union who left her motherland in the late ‘80s and arrived in...

I have always loved reading memoirs, particularly ones whose authors offer a unique perspective and a quick wit – such is the case in Dina Honour’s It’s A Lot to Unpack. In it, the author examines a life that many might envy, though she fears...

Tia Warrick regales readers with the fascinating story of her life in What the Heal. This absorbing memoir follows Tia's life story as a child of Caribbean-American immigrant family heritage. The author delves into the unique and troubling situations she overcame to find her place...

You’re Getting Bumped by Kelly D. Wilson is a wonderful memoir and family history that traces almost 100 years of the Kelly and Wilson families. At the center of the story, standing like a colossus, is Barbara Kelly, who during World War Two met and...

At 23, Brandon Wolfe experienced a wanderlust that led him on trips to Africa and to explore the continent with friends from different parts of the world. In Cold Beer and a Hot Dart, Brandon recounts his trips to different parts of Africa and his...

A Cup of Tea on the Commode by Mark Steven Porro is the memoir of Hollywood dream-chaser Mark and his unwavering commitment to caring for his ailing mother, Genevieve. Mark reflects on a childhood shaped by Catholicism and recounts his initiation into caregiving with humor....

Avalanche Dreams: A Memoir of Skiing, Climbing, and Life is an exhilarating memoir that takes readers on a thrilling, heart-pounding journey through the life of Louis W. Dawson—a man who found solace, purpose, and personal growth in the heights of Colorado's mountains. As a celebrated...

Growth: A Mother, Her Son, and the Brain Tumor They Survived by Karen DeBonis is the story of a mother as she relates how she and her son fought against a brain tumor. Karen DeBonis and her husband were blindsided when their son developed medical...

Being a parent can be challenging at the best of times. Add the additional factor of a special needs child and the workload multiplies substantially, but, then again, so does the love and the inevitable learning curve that goes along with these needs. Jess was...

The Color of the Elephant: Memoir of a Muzungu is the new autobiographical work from Christine Herbert. Covering several years of the author's life spent in the Peace Corps, the book shares her experiences of working in healthcare and education in Zambia. Covering a broad...

Evergreen Uprooted by Nadira “N.A.Z.” Pankey is a memoir that explores the life of a young girl growing up in a tough neighborhood in the Bronx, New York, during the 1980s. The story is told through the eyes of the narrator, who is known as...

Patrick McLaughlin’s memoir, Be Good, Stay Strong, Love, Dad, is a heartfelt, humorous, and unfiltered journey through fatherhood, seen through the eyes of a GenX dad. McLaughlin blends personal anecdotes, sharp reflections, and advice for his two sons. It serves as a survival guide for...

When I Was Her Daughter is a work of non-fiction in the memoir and family social issues subgenres. It is best suited to mature adult readers owing to themes such as grief and abuse, and was penned by author Leslie Ferguson. In this harrowing and...

Fourteen: A Daughter's Memoir of Adventure, Sailing, and Survival by Leslie Johansen Nack is a deeply emotional and moving story about the coming of age of our narrator and author who had to deal with the divorce of her parents, the abuse by her father,...

A Hard Silence is a profoundly moving, personal, and informative account of the challenges of dealing with AIDS from a daughter's perspective. In 1985, Melanie Brooks's life was deeply affected by tragedy when her father contracted HIV from a blood transfusion during open-heart surgery. This...

Busting Drug Dealers: Diaries of a DEA Special Agent is a work of non-fiction in the memoir and true crime subgenres. It is best suited to mature adult readers owing to graphic descriptions of real crimes, violence, drugs, and weapon use, and was penned by...

Temporary Beauty: A Memoir about Panic Disorder and Finding Purpose through Art and Meditation by Myles Katherine Coleman offers an intimate, poignant look into the author's battles with mental health and her journey toward self-acceptance through art and mindfulness. Coleman divides her memoir into six...

Emalia: A Mother-Daughter Journey from Here to Beyond by Brooke A. Brown, Ph.D. is a celebration of the life of a loved one who is lost too soon. Brown takes you on a journey into her heart as she shares the life story of her...

It is difficult to imagine a terminal illness forming the central theme in a love story, but Love, Family, Cancer: A Love Story is just that. It is a tale of an exceptional marriage that endured, despite daunting medical and other setbacks over an extended...

Too Much by Cindy Lee Neighbors is a powerful memoir that delves into the unraveling of a brilliant physician's life as she becomes consumed by her obsession with revenge. Dr. Neighbors’ relentless pursuit of justice leads her into a downward spiral of addiction and paranoia,...

The Guitar Decoder Ring: Featuring SIGIL - the New Language of Guitar is a work of non-fiction in the music, education, and how-to-guide subgenres. It is suitable for both young adult and adult readers to learn from and was created by the author duo Asher...

The Announcement: The Fascinating Story of a Millionaire by Rita Mendoza is for readers who wish to have an abundant, full, prosperous, and happy life just like the creator wishes for them. The creator has given everyone infinite wealth that the Universe possesses but few...

An exegesis is “an explanation or critical interpretation of a text,” as defined by the Merriam-Webster dictionary. In June Raleigh’s nonfiction work titled Sweet Mystery of Life: A Judeo-Christian Exegesis, the connections between Judaism’s Old Testament and Christianity’s New Testament are described. The text is...

Is there any truth in the concept of reincarnation or the existence of higher cosmic realms? How may we discover how to harness the strength of this cosmic dimension to reach a higher level of spiritual and mental development? The interesting journey of Chloe Kemp...

The Magic in Metaphor: Empowering Children Through Healing Stories by Harley Sears is an anthology of 25 stories for young readers. Each allegorical story has been crafted carefully to support children's emotional and social development. Most of the characters are animals that are not only...

Strong: A Relationship Field Guide for the Modern Man by Kristal DeSantis is a self-help book that offers advice and guidance to men looking to improve their relationships. It covers various topics, from communication and conflict resolution to intimacy and trust-building. DeSantis talks about six...

Be it romance movies and novels, pop music, or social media, external factors have groomed us to believe in things like divine love or soulmates and that declarations of love should always be grand and boisterous. This often leads to unrealistic expectations of love and...

The Romantic Ideal: The Highest Standard of Romance for a Man by Gregory V. Diehl is a nonfiction exploration of romance and intimacy from a masculine perspective. Diehl uses different ideas of gender to explore love through the binary of masculinity and femininity. He also...

John Campbell wrote Why Christians are wrong about Jesus in an attempt to prove that the historical Jesus was not who modern-day Christians believe he is. Chapter titles include Why Jesus Was Not the Christ, Why the Christ of Paul Replaced the Historical Jesus, and...

These Dry Bones: A Wisdom Journey into the Beatitudes by Josh R. Ritter explores Jesus's transformative teachings, particularly the Beatitudes, which are Jesus's own words. Ritter emphasizes Jesus's authority by connecting him to revered prophets and challenges dualistic thinking. Embodying the Beatitudes and surrendering to...

My Journey to Know the Truth by Tony Kent is first and foremost a personal account of a depressed and angry man who went to Jerusalem to study with Sidi, a guide in the religion of Islam, at a time when his wife had left...

Travis Scott Luther’s book, The Fun Side of the Wall, reflects a conscientious and compelling study of why the Baby Boomer generation is so enamored with making their retirement dollars stretch by retiring south of the border. Not only do ex-pats find housing and healthcare...

Retirement Planning That Delivers by Pete Bosse PhD CFP offers a unique look at ways to better your perspective on retirement and your future. Not only will you learn how to persevere through life's challenges to achieve the things that matter most, but you will...

Overcoming the Emotional Stigmas of Infertility: Barren But Not Ashamed by Frances Jones is a self-help memoir. The author sets out with a message for the world to those who are unable to conceive: you are not alone. Jones begins with her journey and the...

Patrick Ruddy's 99% Sober: Improve Your Health, Wealth, and Happiness by Taking Control of Your Drinking provides readers with a step-by-step guide to reinvent and redefine their perspective on alcohol. The book is described as a blend of memoir and self-help, offering a unique vision of...

Naked in the Now: Juicy Practices for Getting Present by Marijke McCandless is a refreshing and insightful guide that invites readers on a transformative journey of self-discovery and mindfulness. McCandless presents a playful yet profound approach to reconnecting with vitality and embracing the present moment,...

Ever since humans discovered fire, cooking has been an intrinsic part of humanity, with different cultures having distinct palates that have turned cooking into an art form. However, modern living doesn't provide everyone with the time and resources to delve into the art of cooking....

Maximize your fullest potential and find success and fulfillment in your personal and professional life with The Process of Living. In this book, author Bill DeBarba presents a practical framework aimed at empowering people to help them enact the necessary changes that will set them...

The theme of Walking and Wayfinding is mindful walking as a spiritual and reflective practice. I have always enjoyed walking while going to work and sometimes for relaxation in the evening. However, I had not considered it in the way Lea Appleton presents it. Lea...

How We Heal from Painful Childhoods by Ernest Ellender outlines a comprehensive method for healing from the trauma of youth by focusing on relationship skills, self-care, and community engagement. Ellender speaks about goal-setting to manage thoughts and emotions, highlights the role of the autonomic nervous...