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6 hours ago

Kamala Harris Announces "107 Days Tour"

Kamala Harris will embark on a 15-city fall 2025 tour promoting her memoir about the 2024 presidential campaign, beginning September 24 in New York City.
fromwww.presstelegram.com
12 hours ago

In new memoir Fetishized,' former model Kaila Yu reckons with Asian misrepresentation, stereotypes

As a young Taiwanese girl living in the Inland Empire, former singer and import model-turned-writer Kaila Yu said she often felt uncomfortable in her skin, growing up around Eurocentric beauty standards. I felt like my features weren't desirable, Yu said of her childhood. I felt very insecure about all of that. The now 46-year-old L.A.-based author explores themes of sexuality and race in her debut memoir, Fetishized: A Reckoning with Yellow Fever, Feminism, and Beauty, out everywhere books are sold.
Books
fromCN Traveller
1 day ago

Where the Chefs Eat: Slutty Cheff's favourite romantic restaurants in London

Anonymous Instagram chef Slutty Cheff gained fame for acerbic posts, a Vogue column, and a memoir about kitchen life, anxiety, and social-media fame.
#inequality
#lgbtq
fromUntapped New York
3 days ago

Bullied to Besties Book Launch with Author Gayle Kirschenbaum

Kirschenbaum's memoir details her journey from childhood bullying to forging forgiveness with her mother.
Books
fromThe Atlantic
3 days ago

Disability Memoirs Have a New Purpose

Helen Keller's autobiography reveals the challenges of accurately recounting personal history without imposing fantasy.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Alex Salmond's niece criticises Nicola Sturgeon over claims in memoir

Christina Hendry accuses Nicola Sturgeon of damaging Alex Salmond's reputation to promote her memoir.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

I was completely dehumanised by my father': how Kate Price uncovered the horrifying truths of her childhood

Kate Price's memoir explores her childhood sexual abuse by her father and her path to healing through academic research on child exploitation.
US politics
fromSFGATE
6 days ago

Cheryl Hines Confirms She Has Moved into Husband RFK Jr.'s DC Townhouse-5 Key Takeaways

Cheryl Hines has moved to Washington, D.C., to live with her husband amid rumors about their marriage.
fromArchitectural Digest
6 months ago

Cher at Home: The Goddess of Pop's Domestic Life in 22 Photos

Cher's early life was marked by poverty and abuse, but those hardships didn't prevent her from finding stardom in the 1960s.
Music
fromPinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news
6 days ago

Disney star on why they won't discuss being non-binary in new memoir

"I realised that there would be people who had never met a single openly queer person in their life, reading this alongside people who would probably already feel quite shocked by all of the other revelations and my journey with gender identity."
LGBT
#nicola-sturgeon
#politics
fromIrish Independent
1 week ago
Miscellaneous

'An Evening with Leo' - Tickets for Varadkar's book launch event cost 51.50

Mr. Varadkar's memoir, Speaking My Mind, highlights reflections on his political career and personal insights.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago
UK politics

How Not to Be a Political Wife by Sarah Vine review a bitter memoir of power and betrayal

Vine's memoir exposes the harsh realities of political life, showcasing its impact on personal relationships and mental health.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

How Not to Be a Political Wife by Sarah Vine review a bitter memoir of power and betrayal

Vine's memoir exposes the harsh realities of political life, showcasing its impact on personal relationships and mental health.
fromKqed
1 week ago

The Gangster's Scholar: Richmond's Shanice Robinson on Loving a Man Serving Life | KQED

Resilience to me is not about the absence of struggle; it's having the audacity to dream beyond it.
Education
New York City
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago

Gillian Anderson appears to be mystery lover in famed restaurateur's book

Keith McNally had a secret romance with a Hollywood actress, referred to as X, now speculated to be Gillian Anderson from The X-Files.
fromVulture
1 week ago

Dead Outlaws, From Hollywood Queen to Country Lawyer

Ava Gardner, facing financial struggles, reluctantly agrees to write a memoir, highlighting her complex relationship with fame.
#anthony-kavanagh
fromIrish Independent
2 weeks ago

'I made 247,000 in tennis... so not a lot': Conor Niland on the true cost of competitive sport

Conor Niland transitioned from professional tennis to commercial property and writing after a modest earnings career in competitive sports.
Television
fromIrish Independent
2 weeks ago

Conor Niland: 'In tennis, you can be talking 100,000+ in yearly expenses'

Conor Niland transitioned from professional tennis to a career in commercial property and authored an award-winning memoir.
fromTasting Table
2 weeks ago

Ina Garten Almost Quit Television After This Disaster At Her Home - Tasting Table

Garten never wanted to be a TV star, telling Food Network no more than once, but a mishap with her septic system made her reconsider participating in television cooking.
Food & drink
fromInsideHook
2 weeks ago

Before Becoming a Legendary DJ, His Life Was Shaped by Streetball

Bobbito García is a multifaceted individual who has significantly influenced basketball culture, sneaker trends, and music.
fromThe Atlantic
2 weeks ago

The Powerful Consistency of Mail Delivery

In Grant's telling, postal workers bring order and predictability to a country that can feel like it's unraveling, especially during crises that starkly illustrate how reliant we are on the federal bureaucracy.
Digital life
fromVulture
4 weeks ago

Let's Check In on Scheana Shay for Once

"With public personas, it's essential to have control over your narrative, and sharing my story in my memoir feels empowering, despite the mixed emotions about the affair."
Television
Television
fromBustle
4 weeks ago

Scheana Shay Reveals How A Staged 'Pump Rules' Scene Almost Went Wrong

One scene in Vanderpump Rules was staged involving Scheana Shay, Lala Kent, and Brock Davies during the Season 9 finale.
fromSlate Magazine
4 weeks ago

I Wrote a Book About Being a Dad. Pro-Israel Protesters Showed Up to Object. I Asked Them Why.

The book, 'Becoming Baba', chronicles the experience of having Muslim parents and raising Muslim children in a frequently hostile environment, reflecting the author’s personal heartbreak over incidents in Gaza.
Social justice
Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Summer of Our Discontent by Thomas Chatterton Williams review muddled take on race, politics and class

Thomas Chatterton Williams critiques both the Trumpian right and its leftwing critics, identifying himself as a freethinker while acknowledging his own liberal beliefs.
#addiction
from48 hills
1 month ago
Mental health

Bay Area journalist heads down bumpy road to recovery in 'Lying Drunk' - 48 hills

from48 hills
1 month ago
Mental health

Bay Area journalist heads down bumpy road to recovery in 'Lying Drunk' - 48 hills

fromIndependent
1 month ago

John Downing: Why exiled king Juan Carlos's memoir has Spanish society on edge

Juan Carlos, once viewed as a democratic reformer, faced scandals that led to his abdication in 2014, leading to his exile in Abu Dhabi since 2020.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Remember When by Fiona Phillips review an unsparing insight into early-onset Alzheimer's

Fiona Phillips details her journey with early-onset Alzheimer's, showcasing its impact on her life and that of her family.
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Restaurateur Keith McNally on 'rude' Patti Smith, his two strokes, and Sally Rooney: 'One of the best contemporary writers in the world'

To me, Instagram is nothing but a vast repository of self-deception. A modern-day Barbie's world, where one in a thousand own up to their shortcomings. I joined Instagram to piss these people off.
Digital life
fromAnOther
1 month ago

Five Books That Inspired Slutty Cheff's New Memoir, Tart

Slutty Cheff's memoir 'Tart' combines the sensuality of food and sex, chronicling experiences in London's culinary scene.
fromFast Company
1 month ago

20 years ago, this Fast Company editor was given 18 months to live. Here's what his cancer journey has taught him about work and life

Receiving a diagnosis of multiple myeloma, a rare and incurable blood cancer, created a life-altering reality for Jon Gluck, pushing him toward coping through work.
Health
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Travel QA: Trailblazing Yosemite ranger shares her story in new memoir

"I enjoyed digging up my memories, trying to put a word to an emotion. It was a valuable way to continue the efforts of my career, which was to tell the world how important the natural world is."
Women
Writing
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Writing What Haunts Us and Refusing the Tidy Narrative

Erica Stern's memoir "Frontier" creatively explores the complexities of childbirth and trauma through hybrid narrative forms.
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

The Writer Who Embraces Forgetting

Authors of memoirs must focus on remembering and telling the truth despite gaps in memory.
#britney-spears
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
Women

Everything you need to know about Britney Spears' 2 kids, Sean and Jayden

Britney Spears dedicated her memoir to her children, Sean Preston and Jayden James, highlighting her journey as a mother.
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago
Media industry

'Waiting for Britney Spears': 5 shocking (allegedly true) stories from a former tabloid writer

Jeff Weiss explores the relentless nature of celebrity culture and media consumption surrounding Britney Spears in his new book.
fromFuncheap
1 month ago
SF music

Len Dell'Amico on Jerry Garcia and the Grateful Dead

Jerry Garcia's artistry and the Grateful Dead's creative energy are revealed through Len Dell'Amico's memoir, examining their lasting cultural impact.
Books
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Through comics, 'Essex County' creator shows us the struggles, triumphs of his career

Jeff Lemire's career as a cartoonist illustrates the importance of failures and collaboration on the path to success.
Books
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago

A Memoir of Working-Class Britain Wrings Playfulness from Pain

The memoir 'Homework' blends model airplanes and school lunches with themes of ambivalence and escape from working-class life.
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

By land and by sea, these new nonfiction books will carry you away

The memoir illustrates the beauty and dangers of rural life through the author's experiences as a shepherd in Vermont.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

A woman's tragic memoir, 'The Salt Path,' became a bestseller. Now, she's been accused of hiding dark parts of her story.

Raynor Winn and her husband, Moth Winn, lost their home after investing in a family friend's failed business, driving them to walk 630 miles along the coast.
Books
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

How being crushed by a 14,000lb snowplough made Jeremy Renner a nicer person: I've never been more vulnerable, open and loving'

I had no right to survive after being crushed by my own snowplough. It was a miracle, and at one moment, I experienced powerful peace.
Film
#raynor-winn
#parvati-shallow
Books
fromConsequence
1 month ago

Ozzy Osbourne Announces Final Memoir Last Rites

Ozzy Osbourne's final memoir, Last Rites, reflects on his life, battles, and legendary performances and will be released on October 7th.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Inside the Salt Path controversy: Scandal has stalked memoir since the genre was invented'

Raynor Winn's memoir, The Salt Path, tells the story of her and her husband Moth losing their home and walking the South West Coast Path. However, recent allegations question the truthfulness of this account, suggesting financial irregularities and doubts about Moth's medical condition.
Books
fromIndependent
1 month ago

The 'Salt Path' controversy: the backlash, the bestselling book and the big problem with selling sick people false hope

The memoir by Raynor Winn, despite being a bestseller, contains significant discrepancies regarding its 'true' story.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

The Salt Path is a box office hit. Will its takings and its Oscar hopes now fall off a cliff?

The film adaptation of The Salt Path faces controversy over allegations regarding the authenticity of the memoir and the lead characters' backgrounds.
fromVulture
1 month ago

Parvati Shallow Is More than a Villain

Shallow describes all-night meditations in which Ma kicked or slapped anyone who fell asleep; a period of time called 'the Rampage' when Ma became more abusive, and a lot more violent.
Books
#cycling
fromCyclingnews
1 month ago
Soccer (FIFA)

'Froomey had some dog in him and that was one moment when it came out' - 'Road Captain' by Luke Rowe book extract

fromCyclingnews
1 month ago
Film

On the road with Philippa York and David Walsh - 'The Escape: The Tour, the Cyclist and Me' book extract

fromCyclingnews
1 month ago
Soccer (FIFA)

'Froomey had some dog in him and that was one moment when it came out' - 'Road Captain' by Luke Rowe book extract

fromCyclingnews
1 month ago
Film

On the road with Philippa York and David Walsh - 'The Escape: The Tour, the Cyclist and Me' book extract

fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

George Takei

George Takei's new memoir, It Rhymes With Takei, reflects on his identity, childhood incarceration, and coming out as a gay man.
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

A 'Failed Child Star' looks back on life in Argentina and Hollywood

Tamara Yajia reflects on her experiences as a preteen child star, expressing that she was completely sexualized during her childhood while modeling after Madonna.
Music
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago

U2's Bono on the Power of Music

Bono reflects on how singing in U2 provided a sense of identity and purpose, stating, 'When I sang in U2, something got a hold of me, and it made sense of me.'
Music
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Palestinian American writer Hala Alyan finds home and motherhood in a new memoir

Hala Alyan's memoir intertwines her family's history of exile with her personal experiences of infertility and surrogacy.
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

The Feminine Pursuit of Swoleness

Casey Johnston's journey illustrates a transformative shift from diet culture to strength training, emphasizing growth and body positivity.
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago

Briefly Noted Book Reviews

In 2008, some precepts of the 'rights of nature' movement were enshrined in Ecuador's constitution, helping to protect the country's waterways—a cause for optimism.
Books
Books
fromVulture
4 months ago

The Best Books of 2025 (So Far)

New nonfiction books explore trauma, identity, and personal narratives with depth and insight.
NYC music
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

'Hamilton' producer Jeffrey Seller traces his journey from 'Theater Kid' to Broadway

Jeffrey Seller's early experiences shaped his career in theater, emphasizing the importance of selecting the right play.
San Francisco
fromFuncheap
1 month ago

Robert B. Reich - Coming Up Short: A Memoir of My America

Robert B. Reich will discuss his memoir, "Coming Up Short: My Memoir of America," in a special one-night-only event.
#mental-health
fromFuturism
1 month ago

Melania Trump's Audiobook Is Narrated by an AI Copy of Herself

I am honored to bring you Melania - The AI Audiobook - narrated entirely using artificial intelligence in my own voice. Let the future of publishing begin.
Women
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Navigating the unknown: Jon Gluck on his cancer journey and embracing uncertainty

In his memoir, Jon Gluck reveals the profound challenges he faced while battling cancer, addressing both physical and emotional aspects that reshaped his life.
Cancer
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

The first Black woman U.S. Senator looks back on her political career in new memoir

Carol Moseley Braun details her groundbreaking career and personal journey in her memoir, inspired to share her story by her grandchild's curiosity.
Food & drink
fromGrub Street
1 month ago

Molly Jong-Fast Always Gets A Waffle Cone

Molly Jong-Fast shares her life balancing parenting, writing, and politics, showcasing her unique eating habits and health routines during a busy book tour.
Roam Research
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

How smuggling for the Colombian cartels actually worked, according to a former drug pilot

William Roger Reaves, an infamous drug smuggler, claims to have transported massive quantities for the Medellin Cartel over his extensive career.
fromThe Nation
1 month ago

Living With Fracture: A Conversation With Sarah Aziza

Aziza's memoir intertwines personal struggle with Palestinian history, challenging readers to embrace unresolved identities and trauma as a means of resistance.
SF LGBT
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

It Used to Be Witches by Ryan Gilbey review an idiosyncratic guide to queer cinema

Ryan Gilbey's book explores the intricate connection between cinema and sexuality through a blend of personal memoir and critical analysis.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Republican Lisa Murkowski on Trump's America and the intensity on the security of our democracy'

Murkowski's memoir highlights her moderate politics and notable resistance against Trump's influence in the Republican Party.
fromDefector
1 month ago

Nobody Wants To Talk About John Fetterman And Buzz Bissinger's Pricey Memoir Project | Defector

Senator John Fetterman's memoir "Unfettered" is still in progress, exploring his political journey and mental health struggles amidst his political decline.
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

How Alison Bechdel Wrote a Memoir That Wasn't a Memoir

Bechdel explores the struggles of writing in a capitalist world through an auto-fiction narrative featuring a character based on herself, facing financial complexities.
US politics
fromThe Nation
1 month ago

Alison Bechdel's Next Step

Bechdel's gamble with Fun Home paid off, transforming her career and establishing a new standard for graphic novels by intertwining complex themes with memoir.
Writing
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

How to Lose Your Mother by Molly Jong-Fast review Erica Jong's daughter on the worst year of her life

Molly Jong-Fast's memoir, How to Lose Your Mother, chronicles her challenges during a year marked by severe personal loss and her mother's descent into dementia.
Parenting
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago

A Provocative Argument About What Creates Serial Killers

Caroline Fraser reflects on her traumatic upbringing amidst a wave of violence and serial killings in the Pacific Northwest during the 1970s and '80s.
Women in technology
fromFortune
2 months ago

Elyce Arons reflects on cofounding Kate Spade and her best friend's legacy

Elyce Arons emphasizes the importance of friendship and creativity in building iconic fashion brands.
fromBustle
2 months ago

To Dylan Mulvaney, Miss Piggy Is "The Realest Bitch"

Dylan Mulvaney embraces her identity through powerful female icons and her experiences, particularly with Miss Piggy, who inspires her expression and confidence.
fromKqed
2 months ago

'Wildfire Days' Is a Searing Memoir Driven By Courage - and Masochism

"As it turned out, I liked to suffer, and the depth of one's suffering directly correlated to the degree of one's euphoria at the top."
Writing
Relationships
fromThe New Yorker
2 months ago

James Frey's New Cancelled-Guy Sex Novel Is as Bad as It Sounds

James Frey attempts to rebrand himself through his new novel 'Next to Heaven' while confronting past controversies surrounding his fabricated memoir.
Women in technology
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

When I stopped racing I thought, who am I?': Pippa York on leaving her old life behind

Pippa York's journey from Robert Millar to her true self illustrates the complexities of gender identity and personal transformation.
Writing
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

How to Psychologically Prepare to Write a Book

Aspiring writers often underestimate the challenges of writing, publishing, and selling a book.
There's a tendency for would-be authors to talk more than write, which can stall their progress.
Books
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago

The Benefits of Refusing

Melissa Febos' memoir illustrates how saying no opens up new possibilities and perceptions, emphasizing the importance of conscious choices in life.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

I could hear the Camerons sniggering at us' Sarah Vine's How Not to Be a Political Wife, digested by John Crace

The author reflects on her life experiences, particularly in relation to her former husband, Michael Gove, and the political landscape.
London music
fromVulture
2 months ago

The Voices in Brian Wilson's Head

Brian Wilson's memoir emphasizes the importance of self-identity and resilience through struggles with fame, drugs, and mental health.
fromFuncheap
2 months ago

Bridget Crocker with Michael Shapiro - The River's Daughter

The event celebrates Bridget Crocker's memoir focused on courage and life in the outdoors.
Writing
fromPoynter
2 months ago

Q&A: Sara Kehaulani Goo's family land was nearly lost. She wrote a book about the fight to save it. - Poynter

Sara Goo's memoir 'Kuleana' explores the fight to preserve her family's ancestral land in Maui amidst rising property taxes.
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