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www.mercurynews.com
7 hours ago
Writing

Is Melania Trump's memoir the coffee table book promised before Jan. 6?

Melania Trump plans to release a memoir focusing on her personal journey, potentially incorporating never-before-seen photos of the White House interiors. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
9 hours ago
US Elections

Melania Trump to tell her story in memoir scheduled for this fall

Melania Trump is set to publish a memoir about her life and experiences, offering personal stories and family photos for the first time. [ more ]
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7 hours ago
Writing

Is Melania Trump's memoir the coffee table book promised before Jan. 6?

Melania Trump plans to release a memoir focusing on her personal journey, potentially incorporating never-before-seen photos of the White House interiors. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
9 hours ago
US Elections

Melania Trump to tell her story in memoir scheduled for this fall

Melania Trump is set to publish a memoir about her life and experiences, offering personal stories and family photos for the first time. [ more ]
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InsideHook
17 hours ago
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The Mountaineer Who Hit Rock Bottom on Top of Everest

Cory Richards details his tumultuous childhood, struggles with mental health, and passion for climbing in his memoir. [ more ]
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4 months ago
Mental health

All Before Me by Esther Rutter review the healing power of place and poetry

The book explores the concept of genius loci through memoir, literary history, and travelogue.
The author's experience in Japan and mental health struggles are central to the narrative. [ more ]
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5 months ago
Mental health

John Fetterman wants us to respect his pain even as he mocks Palestinians'

John Fetterman, Democratic senator from Pennsylvania, is known for his casual attire and political flip-flopping.
Fetterman's memoir about his experiences with depression is seen as both destigmatizing and questionable given his political stances. [ more ]
InsideHook
17 hours ago
Writing

The Mountaineer Who Hit Rock Bottom on Top of Everest

Cory Richards details his tumultuous childhood, struggles with mental health, and passion for climbing in his memoir. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
4 months ago
Mental health

All Before Me by Esther Rutter review the healing power of place and poetry

The book explores the concept of genius loci through memoir, literary history, and travelogue.
The author's experience in Japan and mental health struggles are central to the narrative. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
5 months ago
Mental health

John Fetterman wants us to respect his pain even as he mocks Palestinians'

John Fetterman, Democratic senator from Pennsylvania, is known for his casual attire and political flip-flopping.
Fetterman's memoir about his experiences with depression is seen as both destigmatizing and questionable given his political stances. [ more ]
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#music
Consequence
1 day ago
Writing

Cher will tell her story in new two-part memoir

Cher announces two-part memoir titled 'Cher: The Memoir', detailing her life and career in an honest and humorous way. [ more ]
Consequence
2 months ago
Music

Serj Tankian unveils new song "A.F. Day" intended for System of a Down

Serj Tankian released solo single 'A.F. Day,' originally meant for System of a Down, from their early days. [ more ]
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5 months ago
Music

Britney posts apology as fans troll Justin Timberlake

Britney Spears has apologized to Justin Timberlake for what she wrote about him in her memoir
Spears praised Timberlake's latest songs and expressed her love for his new single 'Selfish' [ more ]
Consequence
1 day ago
Writing

Cher will tell her story in new two-part memoir

Cher announces two-part memoir titled 'Cher: The Memoir', detailing her life and career in an honest and humorous way. [ more ]
Consequence
2 months ago
Music

Serj Tankian unveils new song "A.F. Day" intended for System of a Down

Serj Tankian released solo single 'A.F. Day,' originally meant for System of a Down, from their early days. [ more ]
PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news
5 months ago
Music

Britney posts apology as fans troll Justin Timberlake

Britney Spears has apologized to Justin Timberlake for what she wrote about him in her memoir
Spears praised Timberlake's latest songs and expressed her love for his new single 'Selfish' [ more ]
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#autobiography
www.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Books

Naked Portrait by Rose Boyt review under Lucian Freud's gaze

Autobiography vs. Memoir: Differences in story presentation and attention [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
2 months ago
Writing

Review: A Series of Unfortunate Events' writer Lemony Snicket/Daniel Handler pulls back the curtain

Daniel Handler's memoir, 'And Then? And Then? What Else?' is more of a collection of literary and personal musings than a traditional autobiography. [ more ]
www.fourfourtwo.com
5 months ago
Books

The 10 best football books EVER

Andrea Pirlo's autobiography I Think Therefore I Play is a must-read for fans of football. It offers a unique insight into his career and experiences.
Paul Merson's autobiography provides a rollercoaster ride through English football, highlighting the highs and lows of the game. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Books

Naked Portrait by Rose Boyt review under Lucian Freud's gaze

Autobiography vs. Memoir: Differences in story presentation and attention [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
2 months ago
Writing

Review: A Series of Unfortunate Events' writer Lemony Snicket/Daniel Handler pulls back the curtain

Daniel Handler's memoir, 'And Then? And Then? What Else?' is more of a collection of literary and personal musings than a traditional autobiography. [ more ]
www.fourfourtwo.com
5 months ago
Books

The 10 best football books EVER

Andrea Pirlo's autobiography I Think Therefore I Play is a must-read for fans of football. It offers a unique insight into his career and experiences.
Paul Merson's autobiography provides a rollercoaster ride through English football, highlighting the highs and lows of the game. [ more ]
moreautobiography
www.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Writing

We Will Not Be Saved by Nemonte Nenquimo and Mitch Anderson review voice of the Amazon

The memoir documents Nemonte Nenquimo's journey from childhood in the Amazon to influential environmental activism and the fight for Indigenous land rights. [ more ]
#michael-mcdonald
Los Angeles Times
1 month ago
Writing

Michael McDonald and Paul Reiser on the importance of forgiveness and the problem with gossip

Michael McDonald and Paul Reiser collaborated on writing McDonald's memoir 'What a Fool Believes.' [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 months ago
Writing

What a Fool Believes by Michael McDonald review the nicest dude in soul takes centre stage

Michael McDonald is praised for his musical talents and personal qualities, but his memoir is criticized for being sluggish and hackneyed. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
1 month ago
Writing

Michael McDonald and Paul Reiser on the importance of forgiveness and the problem with gossip

Michael McDonald and Paul Reiser collaborated on writing McDonald's memoir 'What a Fool Believes.' [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 months ago
Writing

What a Fool Believes by Michael McDonald review the nicest dude in soul takes centre stage

Michael McDonald is praised for his musical talents and personal qualities, but his memoir is criticized for being sluggish and hackneyed. [ more ]
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New York Post
1 month ago
Cars

Hootie & the Blowfish frontman Darius Rucker breaks silence on his drug arrest: 'We handled it'

Country musician Darius Rucker, 58, reveals details about his past drug-related arrest. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
1 month ago
US news

Lessons from Judge David Tatel's Guide Dog on Blindness and Vision

If Al Gore had won the presidency in 2000, Judge David S. Tatel might have been considered for the Supreme Court. [ more ]
#literature
www.npr.org
2 months ago
Writing

Caleb Carr, author of "The Alienist", dies at 68

Carr, bestselling author of The Alienist, passed away at 68. His new memoir explores his deep connection with his rescue cat. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 months ago
London

On my radar: Shami Chakrabarti's cultural highlights

A recommended Pulitzer prize-winning play by Sanaz Toossi and praise for Salman Rushdie's new memoir. [ more ]
The Ringer
3 months ago
Writing

How Hanif Abdurraqib Learned to Surrender Himself to the Process

Abdurraqib aimed to create a unique book in terms of style and form.
The book is a blend of basketball, childhood memories, place, and family dynamics. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Books

Electric, poignant, exquisitely written: inside the inaugural Women's prize for nonfiction shortlist

Laura Cumming's 'Thunderclap' shines a light on overlooked artists and Dutch art.
Naomi Klein's 'Doppelganger' discusses the tribal nature of politics and offers insightful language for our current world. [ more ]
San Francisco Bay Times
5 months ago
Books

Top of Your Stack: 2.22.24 - San Francisco Bay Times

Bold and haunting debut collection follows characters navigating Jim Crow racism.
Iconic writer's memoir explores gender identity and personal transitions, offering a tale of self-discovery and growth. [ more ]
San Francisco Bay Times
5 months ago
SF LGBT

Lit Snax: 2.22.24 - San Francisco Bay Times

Exploration of queer history through hidden stories
Diverse themes like sister rivalry, ghosts, and runaways in North Woods [ more ]
www.npr.org
2 months ago
Writing

Caleb Carr, author of "The Alienist", dies at 68

Carr, bestselling author of The Alienist, passed away at 68. His new memoir explores his deep connection with his rescue cat. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 months ago
London

On my radar: Shami Chakrabarti's cultural highlights

A recommended Pulitzer prize-winning play by Sanaz Toossi and praise for Salman Rushdie's new memoir. [ more ]
The Ringer
3 months ago
Writing

How Hanif Abdurraqib Learned to Surrender Himself to the Process

Abdurraqib aimed to create a unique book in terms of style and form.
The book is a blend of basketball, childhood memories, place, and family dynamics. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Books

Electric, poignant, exquisitely written: inside the inaugural Women's prize for nonfiction shortlist

Laura Cumming's 'Thunderclap' shines a light on overlooked artists and Dutch art.
Naomi Klein's 'Doppelganger' discusses the tribal nature of politics and offers insightful language for our current world. [ more ]
San Francisco Bay Times
5 months ago
Books

Top of Your Stack: 2.22.24 - San Francisco Bay Times

Bold and haunting debut collection follows characters navigating Jim Crow racism.
Iconic writer's memoir explores gender identity and personal transitions, offering a tale of self-discovery and growth. [ more ]
San Francisco Bay Times
5 months ago
SF LGBT

Lit Snax: 2.22.24 - San Francisco Bay Times

Exploration of queer history through hidden stories
Diverse themes like sister rivalry, ghosts, and runaways in North Woods [ more ]
moreliterature
www.theguardian.com
2 months ago
Writing

Thunderclap by Laura Cumming audiobook review the golden age of Dutch art

Through 'Thunderclap,' Laura Cumming explores the life of painter Carel Fabritius and intertwines it with her own story, reflecting on art, life, and sudden death. [ more ]
www.esquire.com
2 months ago
Writing

The 10 Best Nonfiction Books of 2024 (So Far)

Splinters captures the author's journey through a wrenching period of separation, parenthood, work balance, and creative fulfillment amidst the pandemic, emphasizing the complexities of motherhood and love. [ more ]
#books
San Francisco Bay Times
2 months ago
Writing

Terrible and Tasty Eats on a Trip From San Francisco to Reno - San Francisco Bay Times

Filling in for a columnist, Mark Abramson highlights his books and shares his love for trains and unique experiences while traveling to Reno with friends. [ more ]
Electric Literature
6 months ago
Books

15 Small Press Books You Should Be Reading This Winter - Electric Literature

Small press publishing offers rich and inventive books with attention to craft.
Food plays a central role in the memoir 'Colorful Palate' and shows its emotional and cultural significance. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
6 months ago
Books

Nikki Haley Has Written Three Books. Here Are Five Takeaways.

Nikki Haley has written three books that tell her life story and political journey, carefully curating her image.
Haley's books highlight her rural upbringing and her Indian American heritage, but downplay controversies and criticisms. [ more ]
San Francisco Bay Times
2 months ago
Writing

Terrible and Tasty Eats on a Trip From San Francisco to Reno - San Francisco Bay Times

Filling in for a columnist, Mark Abramson highlights his books and shares his love for trains and unique experiences while traveling to Reno with friends. [ more ]
Electric Literature
6 months ago
Books

15 Small Press Books You Should Be Reading This Winter - Electric Literature

Small press publishing offers rich and inventive books with attention to craft.
Food plays a central role in the memoir 'Colorful Palate' and shows its emotional and cultural significance. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
6 months ago
Books

Nikki Haley Has Written Three Books. Here Are Five Takeaways.

Nikki Haley has written three books that tell her life story and political journey, carefully curating her image.
Haley's books highlight her rural upbringing and her Indian American heritage, but downplay controversies and criticisms. [ more ]
morebooks
www.eastbaytimes.com
2 months ago
Writing

In Piedmont, painter to discuss memoir, life with hearing impairment

Challenging societal perceptions of normalcy and coping with invisible disabilities. [ more ]
Queerty
2 months ago
Writing

Coming of age & queer in an Arizona trailer park - Queerty

The memoir 'Cactus Country' by Zoë Bossiere explores genderfluidity, class, masculinity, and the American Southwest through a narrative set in an Arizona trailer park. [ more ]
#female-empowerment
www.theguardian.com
2 months ago
Writing

I've been called a witch, slut, murderer': the ultra-creative women dismissed as rock star girlfriends

Anita Pallenberg's unpublished manuscript Black Magic reveals her life story beyond the salacious expectations of publishers. [ more ]
Pitchfork
4 months ago
Music

Neneh Cherry to Publish Memoir, A Thousand Threads

Neneh Cherry to release memoir documenting her life and music career.
Memoir celebrates female empowerment and global music scene. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 months ago
Writing

I've been called a witch, slut, murderer': the ultra-creative women dismissed as rock star girlfriends

Anita Pallenberg's unpublished manuscript Black Magic reveals her life story beyond the salacious expectations of publishers. [ more ]
Pitchfork
4 months ago
Music

Neneh Cherry to Publish Memoir, A Thousand Threads

Neneh Cherry to release memoir documenting her life and music career.
Memoir celebrates female empowerment and global music scene. [ more ]
morefemale-empowerment
#writing
www.npr.org
2 months ago
Writing

Writer Carvell Wallace on past pain and forgiveness: Letting go is 'always available'

Carvell Wallace's memoir 'Another Word for Love' delves into his challenging upbringing and journey towards self-discovery as a queer Black man [ more ]
PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news
5 months ago
Books

Everything you need to know about trans author Lucy Sante - and her new memoir

Lucy Sante transitioned at 66 after repressing her desire to be a woman.
Sante is known for her writing, including the memoir, cultural history, and criticism. [ more ]
https://www.rogerebert.com/
5 months ago
Writing

Edward Zwick Is Revisiting His Past, Wondering About His Future | Interviews | Roger Ebert

The author found writing a book to be liberating because it allowed him to express his own thoughts and feelings without worrying about others' opinions.
Writing a memoir in the first-person was a vulnerable and revealing experience for the author, but it was also liberating and part of the process of creation. [ more ]
www.npr.org
2 months ago
Writing

Writer Carvell Wallace on past pain and forgiveness: Letting go is 'always available'

Carvell Wallace's memoir 'Another Word for Love' delves into his challenging upbringing and journey towards self-discovery as a queer Black man [ more ]
PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news
5 months ago
Books

Everything you need to know about trans author Lucy Sante - and her new memoir

Lucy Sante transitioned at 66 after repressing her desire to be a woman.
Sante is known for her writing, including the memoir, cultural history, and criticism. [ more ]
https://www.rogerebert.com/
5 months ago
Writing

Edward Zwick Is Revisiting His Past, Wondering About His Future | Interviews | Roger Ebert

The author found writing a book to be liberating because it allowed him to express his own thoughts and feelings without worrying about others' opinions.
Writing a memoir in the first-person was a vulnerable and revealing experience for the author, but it was also liberating and part of the process of creation. [ more ]
morewriting
#kathleen-hanna
AnOther
2 months ago
Writing

Kathleen Hanna on Her New Book Rebel Girl: "I Feel Like I'm Done, I'm Free"

Rebel Girl by Kathleen Hanna is a coming-of-age story, not just a rock history book. [ more ]
time.com
2 months ago
Writing

How Writing Her Feminist-Punk Memoir Put Kathleen Hanna on the Happiness Train'

Kathleen Hanna's memoir combines introspection, politically astute observations, and mischievously playful voice to narrate her life story. [ more ]
Pitchfork
3 months ago
Music

Kathleen Hanna Taps Molly Ringwald, Amy Poehler, and More as Book Tour Moderators

Kathleen Hanna's memoir, Rebel Girl: My Life as a Feminist Punk, will have an illustrious moderator lineup for the book tour.
Various well-known personalities like Molly Ringwald, Amy Poehler, Puja Patel, and Hanif Abdurraqib will moderate different stops on the book tour. [ more ]
AnOther
2 months ago
Writing

Kathleen Hanna on Her New Book Rebel Girl: "I Feel Like I'm Done, I'm Free"

Rebel Girl by Kathleen Hanna is a coming-of-age story, not just a rock history book. [ more ]
time.com
2 months ago
Writing

How Writing Her Feminist-Punk Memoir Put Kathleen Hanna on the Happiness Train'

Kathleen Hanna's memoir combines introspection, politically astute observations, and mischievously playful voice to narrate her life story. [ more ]
Pitchfork
3 months ago
Music

Kathleen Hanna Taps Molly Ringwald, Amy Poehler, and More as Book Tour Moderators

Kathleen Hanna's memoir, Rebel Girl: My Life as a Feminist Punk, will have an illustrious moderator lineup for the book tour.
Various well-known personalities like Molly Ringwald, Amy Poehler, Puja Patel, and Hanif Abdurraqib will moderate different stops on the book tour. [ more ]
morekathleen-hanna
www.independent.co.uk
2 months ago
Writing

Prince Harry's memoir Spare beaten by puzzle book at British Book Awards

Prince Harry's memoir 'Spare' did not win any category at the British Book Awards. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 months ago
Writing

The only healing will be through justice': Pulitzer winner Cristina Rivera Garza on femicide in Mexico

Grief can be alleviated through sharing and companionship, as reflected in the book Liliana's Invincible Summer. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 months ago
Left-wing politics

Say More review: Jen Psaki on Biden, Trump and how to make your point

Jen Psaki's favorable comparison to previous White House press secretaries depicts her as a knowledgeable and composed figure in political communication. [ more ]
AnOther
2 months ago
Writing

How Danny Lyon Became the Defining Photographer of America's Outsiders

Photographer Danny Lyon's memoir traces his rebellious spirit and storytelling through photography. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
2 months ago
Writing

System of a Down singer Serj Tankian's new book details band's up and downs, and what fuels his activism

Serj Tankian, lead singer of System of a Down, adds author to his list of talents with the release of his memoir. [ more ]
ESPN.com
2 months ago
Writing

Brittney Griner's account of Russian detainment: I wanted to tell it on my terms

The WNBA star Brittney Griner's harrowing experience being held captive in Russia, her eventual release, and the challenges she faced post-release are detailed in her memoir. [ more ]
#family-history
www.nydailynews.com
2 months ago
Writing

Whoopi Goldberg reveals father forced her mom to get electroshock treatment

Whoopi Goldberg opened up about her mother's electroshock treatment by her father in her upcoming memoir. [ more ]
CBC
4 months ago
Books

Edmonton author Myrna Kostash wins $25K Kobzar Book Award, which recognizes Ukrainian stories in Canada | CBC Books

Myrna Kostash's memoir Ghosts in a Photograph wins 2024 Kobzar Book Award
Book Award celebrates Ukrainian stories in Canada [ more ]
Kqed
4 months ago
Books

'Replay' Spotlights Resilience, Loss and Intergenerational Connectedness

Life experiences shape perspectives
Reflect on history for personal growth
Treasure family connections [ more ]
Nytimes
4 months ago
Books

A Writer's To-Do List: Learn History. Learn Chinese. Learn to Draw Comics.

Tessa Hulls explored her family's history through her book 'Feeding Ghosts' despite initial challenges.
Hulls, a painter with no writing experience, reconstructed her family's story with perseverance and acquired new skills in the process. [ more ]
www.nydailynews.com
2 months ago
Writing

Whoopi Goldberg reveals father forced her mom to get electroshock treatment

Whoopi Goldberg opened up about her mother's electroshock treatment by her father in her upcoming memoir. [ more ]
CBC
4 months ago
Books

Edmonton author Myrna Kostash wins $25K Kobzar Book Award, which recognizes Ukrainian stories in Canada | CBC Books

Myrna Kostash's memoir Ghosts in a Photograph wins 2024 Kobzar Book Award
Book Award celebrates Ukrainian stories in Canada [ more ]
Kqed
4 months ago
Books

'Replay' Spotlights Resilience, Loss and Intergenerational Connectedness

Life experiences shape perspectives
Reflect on history for personal growth
Treasure family connections [ more ]
Nytimes
4 months ago
Books

A Writer's To-Do List: Learn History. Learn Chinese. Learn to Draw Comics.

Tessa Hulls explored her family's history through her book 'Feeding Ghosts' despite initial challenges.
Hulls, a painter with no writing experience, reconstructed her family's story with perseverance and acquired new skills in the process. [ more ]
morefamily-history
#personal-growth
www.theguardian.com
2 months ago
Books

The Garden Against Time by Olivia Laing review an Eden project of her own

The Garden Against Time by Olivia Laing captures the joys and challenges of gardening and personal growth through a memoir-like narrative. [ more ]
The Nation
4 months ago
Books

Lucy Sante and the Solitude and Solidarity of Transitioning

Coming out as a transgender person can be a significant turning point in one's life.
Transgender individuals often feel a sense of profound loneliness while growing up. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 months ago
Books

The Garden Against Time by Olivia Laing review an Eden project of her own

The Garden Against Time by Olivia Laing captures the joys and challenges of gardening and personal growth through a memoir-like narrative. [ more ]
The Nation
4 months ago
Books

Lucy Sante and the Solitude and Solidarity of Transitioning

Coming out as a transgender person can be a significant turning point in one's life.
Transgender individuals often feel a sense of profound loneliness while growing up. [ more ]
morepersonal-growth
www.mediaite.com
2 months ago
JavaScript

Fox Pundits Blast Kristi Noem Over Hideous' Dog Story

Governor Kristi Noem's controversial story about shooting a puppy in her book sparks political backlash and media outrage. [ more ]
Independent
2 months ago
Writing

Paralympian Ellen Keane: 'For the first time in my life I don't know what the future is, so it's a bit scary'

Ellen Keane's journey from a young swimmer to a Paralympic gold medalist and author demonstrates resilience and passion for swimming. [ more ]
ABC7 San Francisco
3 months ago
JavaScript

Lisa Vanderpump talks 'Vanderpump Villa,' writing a book and those 'RHOBH' rumors

Lisa Vanderpump is a multi-talented and busy entrepreneur with various ventures, including TV shows, restaurants, and writing a book. [ more ]
#liz-truss
www.independent.co.uk
3 months ago
UK news

The facts that prove Trussonomics was always doomed to fail

Liz Truss to release memoir claiming establishment ousted her and promoting Trussonomics. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
3 months ago
UK news

Meeting with the Queen's and fleas in No.10 among revelations in Liz Truss' new book

Fascinating insights from Liz Truss' memoir including predictions on her premiership, details of the late Queen's meetings, and revelations about pests in No. 10. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
3 months ago
UK news

Liz Truss' book details her short time at No.10 and meeting with the Queen - latest

Liz Truss recalls her short tenure as PM, including a historic meeting with Queen Elizabeth II at Balmoral and the challenges she faced. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
3 months ago
UK news

The facts that prove Trussonomics was always doomed to fail

Liz Truss to release memoir claiming establishment ousted her and promoting Trussonomics. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
3 months ago
UK news

Meeting with the Queen's and fleas in No.10 among revelations in Liz Truss' new book

Fascinating insights from Liz Truss' memoir including predictions on her premiership, details of the late Queen's meetings, and revelations about pests in No. 10. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
3 months ago
UK news

Liz Truss' book details her short time at No.10 and meeting with the Queen - latest

Liz Truss recalls her short tenure as PM, including a historic meeting with Queen Elizabeth II at Balmoral and the challenges she faced. [ more ]
moreliz-truss
www.nytimes.com
3 months ago
New York City

Salman Rushdie Is Again the Toast of Literary Manhattan

The release of Salman Rushdie's memoir, Knife: Meditations After an Attempted Murder, was commemorated at the Waverly Inn, highlighting his life-altering experience and the support of literary figures. [ more ]
#alexei-navalny
www.dw.com
3 months ago
Europe news

Alexei Navalny memoir to be published this fall DW 04/11/2024

Navalny's memoir 'Patriot' to be released posthumously in October
The memoir highlights Navalny's fight against dictatorship and his unwavering commitment to the cause. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Europe news

Alexei Navalny's memoir due to be published posthumously in October

Navalny's memoir, 'Patriot,' is set to be published posthumously by Penguin Random House.
The book covers Navalny's life story, including his activism, political career, and the fight against dictatorship. [ more ]
Axios
3 months ago
Europe news

Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny's memoir to publish in October

Navalny's memoir 'Patriot' to be published posthumously in October, detailing his political journey against Putin.
The memoir includes personal accounts of Navalny's life, activism, and the challenges he faced, aiming to inspire others. [ more ]
www.dw.com
3 months ago
Europe news

Alexei Navalny memoir to be published this fall DW 04/11/2024

Navalny's memoir 'Patriot' to be released posthumously in October
The memoir highlights Navalny's fight against dictatorship and his unwavering commitment to the cause. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Europe news

Alexei Navalny's memoir due to be published posthumously in October

Navalny's memoir, 'Patriot,' is set to be published posthumously by Penguin Random House.
The book covers Navalny's life story, including his activism, political career, and the fight against dictatorship. [ more ]
Axios
3 months ago
Europe news

Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny's memoir to publish in October

Navalny's memoir 'Patriot' to be published posthumously in October, detailing his political journey against Putin.
The memoir includes personal accounts of Navalny's life, activism, and the challenges he faced, aiming to inspire others. [ more ]
morealexei-navalny
#music-industry
Consequence
4 months ago
Music

Neneh Cherry announces memoir A Thousand Threads

Neneh Cherry announced memoir 'A Thousand Threads'
Memoir to cover Cherry's childhood, punk years, global success, and personal struggles. [ more ]
Vulture
5 months ago
Music

Trevor Horn Defined '80s Music, Then Kept Going

Trevor Horn is a legendary producer and artist known for shaping hits for various musicians
His memoir, Adventures in Modern Recording, offers insights into his techniques and style [ more ]
Consequence
4 months ago
Music

Neneh Cherry announces memoir A Thousand Threads

Neneh Cherry announced memoir 'A Thousand Threads'
Memoir to cover Cherry's childhood, punk years, global success, and personal struggles. [ more ]
Vulture
5 months ago
Music

Trevor Horn Defined '80s Music, Then Kept Going

Trevor Horn is a legendary producer and artist known for shaping hits for various musicians
His memoir, Adventures in Modern Recording, offers insights into his techniques and style [ more ]
moremusic-industry
The Nation
4 months ago
Social justice

"The System Works So Hard to Silence Us Because Our Voices Are Powerful"

The Domestic Violence Survivors Justice Act provided hope for domestic violence survivors in the legal system.
Michelle Horton wrote Dear Sister to share her sister's story of abuse and the challenges in seeking justice. [ more ]
www.npr.org
4 months ago
Tech industry

Kara Swisher is still drawn to tech despite her disappointments with the industry

Kara Swisher provides insights on interacting with tech leaders.
Her memoir Burn Book reflects her journey in the tech industry. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
5 months ago
Books

Slum Boy: A Portrait by Juano Diaz review moving memoir that recalls Shuggie Bain

Diaz's memoir Slum Boy parallels Stuart's Shuggie Bain in portraying poverty and beauty.
Both Diaz and Stuart found success in writing in middle age after previous careers in the arts. [ more ]
Vanity Fair
5 months ago
Books

He Polarized Readers by Writing About His Late Wife's Affairs. Now He's Ready to Move On.

Blake Butler's memoir Molly has sparked online debates around authorial responsibility.
Butler is exhausted from promoting the book and wants this to be the end. [ more ]
#ina-garten
Nytimes
5 months ago
Books

The Barefoot Memoirist: Ina Garten Takes Her Story to a New Publisher

Ina Garten has switched publishers for her upcoming memoir
The memoir will now be published by Crown, an imprint of Penguin Random House [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
5 months ago
Books

The Barefoot Memoirist: Ina Garten Takes Her Story to a New Publisher

Celebrity chef Ina Garten's memoir, originally slated to be published by Macmillan, will now be published by Crown, an imprint of Penguin Random House.
The change in publisher is unlikely to make a difference to Garten's fans, but it could be a blow to Macmillan, which may lose out on a blockbuster fall book. [ more ]
Nytimes
5 months ago
Books

The Barefoot Memoirist: Ina Garten Takes Her Story to a New Publisher

Ina Garten has switched publishers for her upcoming memoir
The memoir will now be published by Crown, an imprint of Penguin Random House [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
5 months ago
Books

The Barefoot Memoirist: Ina Garten Takes Her Story to a New Publisher

Celebrity chef Ina Garten's memoir, originally slated to be published by Macmillan, will now be published by Crown, an imprint of Penguin Random House.
The change in publisher is unlikely to make a difference to Garten's fans, but it could be a blow to Macmillan, which may lose out on a blockbuster fall book. [ more ]
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www.nytimes.com
5 months ago
Books

Opinion | If You Know How to Read It, Washington Is an Open Book

President Biden could have used his own book to respond to allegations about his memory
The author emphasizes the importance of reading books about politics [ more ]
Slate Magazine
5 months ago
Career

In Defense of Divorce

Divorce can have upsides such as enjoying quiet and space
Lyz Lenz's memoir explores the oppression of women through marriage and calls for change [ more ]
#bookstores
TIME
5 months ago
Books

An Ode to the Bookstore, My First True Love

The author's oldest romance is with the smell of a new book.
The author reminisces about the bookstores that have touched their life. [ more ]
time.com
5 months ago
Books

An Ode to the Bookstore, My First True Love

Edward Zwick, a veteran filmmaker, reflects on his lifelong love for books and bookstores.
He shares anecdotes about the bookstores that have played significant roles in his life. [ more ]
TIME
5 months ago
Books

An Ode to the Bookstore, My First True Love

The author's oldest romance is with the smell of a new book.
The author reminisces about the bookstores that have touched their life. [ more ]
time.com
5 months ago
Books

An Ode to the Bookstore, My First True Love

Edward Zwick, a veteran filmmaker, reflects on his lifelong love for books and bookstores.
He shares anecdotes about the bookstores that have played significant roles in his life. [ more ]
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BuzzFeed
5 months ago
Books

George M. Johnson Opened Up About Receiving Death Threats For Writing "All Boys Aren't Blue"

George M. Johnson's memoir, All Boys Aren't Blue, became the second most banned and challenged book in the United States.
Johnson discusses the impact of the ban on their book and shares their vision for the future of Black queer people. [ more ]
Slate Magazine
5 months ago
Writing

How an Acclaimed Writer Found the "Consuming Furnace at the Center of My Life"

Luc Sante, author of Low Life, came out as Lucy Sante at the age of 66.
Sante's memoir, I Heard Her Call My Name, explores her transition and the challenges she faced in being her authentic self. [ more ]
#adventures
www.theguardian.com
5 months ago
Books

Better Broken Than New by Lisa St Aubin de Teran review from bank robber's bride to best young novelist

Lisa St Aubin de Teran's memoir, Better Broken Than New, is a vivid and chaotic narrative filled with adventures and misadventures.
The memoir details her experiences such as cheating death, cooking for a cannibal, surviving a racist maternity nurse, and fighting off home invaders in her 60s. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
5 months ago
Books

Better Broken Than New by Lisa St Aubin de Teran review from bank robber's bride to best young novelist

Lisa St Aubin de Teran's memoir is a vivid and chaotic narrative filled with adventures and misadventures.
The defining dramas in the memoir include kidnapping her own daughter and living under police protection. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
5 months ago
Books

Better Broken Than New by Lisa St Aubin de Teran review from bank robber's bride to best young novelist

Lisa St Aubin de Teran's memoir, Better Broken Than New, is a vivid and chaotic narrative filled with adventures and misadventures.
The memoir details her experiences such as cheating death, cooking for a cannibal, surviving a racist maternity nurse, and fighting off home invaders in her 60s. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
5 months ago
Books

Better Broken Than New by Lisa St Aubin de Teran review from bank robber's bride to best young novelist

Lisa St Aubin de Teran's memoir is a vivid and chaotic narrative filled with adventures and misadventures.
The defining dramas in the memoir include kidnapping her own daughter and living under police protection. [ more ]
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IndieWire
5 months ago
Career

Want to Know Why Actors Behave Badly on Movie Sets? Ed Zwick Explains

Edward Zwick wrote a memoir about his career in Hollywood during the pandemic
The memoir chronicles his television and movie projects [ more ]
#covid-19
Axios
5 months ago
Public health

Anthony Fauci memoir, "On Call," coming June 18

Anthony Fauci, the chief medical adviser to President Biden, will release a memoir called 'On Call: A Doctor's Journey in Public Service' on June 18.
Fauci's memoir will cover his experiences in public health over the past forty years, including his role in addressing global epidemics such as HIV, Ebola, SARS, and COVID-19. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
6 months ago
Books

6 New Paperbacks to Read This Week

Janet Malcolm's final book, a memoir organized by images, has been recommended as a must-read paperback.
Kai Thomas's novel explores Black and Indigenous histories of the Americas and the power of storytelling.
Patricia Engel's collection of stories dives into the experiences of Latin Americans across borders.
Steven W. Thrasher's book examines the intersection of inequality and disease, particularly in the context of Covid-19.
Michael Bennett's thriller follows a Maori detective investigating a series of murders in New Zealand. [ more ]
Axios
5 months ago
Public health

Anthony Fauci memoir, "On Call," coming June 18

Anthony Fauci, the chief medical adviser to President Biden, will release a memoir called 'On Call: A Doctor's Journey in Public Service' on June 18.
Fauci's memoir will cover his experiences in public health over the past forty years, including his role in addressing global epidemics such as HIV, Ebola, SARS, and COVID-19. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
6 months ago
Books

6 New Paperbacks to Read This Week

Janet Malcolm's final book, a memoir organized by images, has been recommended as a must-read paperback.
Kai Thomas's novel explores Black and Indigenous histories of the Americas and the power of storytelling.
Patricia Engel's collection of stories dives into the experiences of Latin Americans across borders.
Steven W. Thrasher's book examines the intersection of inequality and disease, particularly in the context of Covid-19.
Michael Bennett's thriller follows a Maori detective investigating a series of murders in New Zealand. [ more ]
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www.npr.org
5 months ago
Parenting

A foster parent reflects on loving and letting go of the children in his care

Mark Daley and his husband became foster parents to two brothers, but the boys were eventually returned to their biological parents.
Daley's new memoir explores the joys and challenges of foster care and highlights the importance of reunification in the foster care system. [ more ]
#wildfires
The Atlantic
5 months ago
Books

Living Through the End of California

The book, The Last Fire Season: A Personal and Pyronatural History, by Manjula Martin explores the author's experience living in the altered environment of Sonoma County.
Martin confronts the consequences of climate change and reflects on the need to learn from indigenous wisdom in preventing wildfires. [ more ]
KQED
6 months ago
Books

'The Last Fire Season' Describes Living Through the 2020 Wildfires | KQED

The Last Fire Season is a memoir, natural history, and reportage that documents the unprecedented wildfires in California in 2020.
The book explores the author's personal experience of living through the wildfires and reflects on the ecological and human history of the region. [ more ]
The Atlantic
5 months ago
Books

Living Through the End of California

The book, The Last Fire Season: A Personal and Pyronatural History, by Manjula Martin explores the author's experience living in the altered environment of Sonoma County.
Martin confronts the consequences of climate change and reflects on the need to learn from indigenous wisdom in preventing wildfires. [ more ]
KQED
6 months ago
Books

'The Last Fire Season' Describes Living Through the 2020 Wildfires | KQED

The Last Fire Season is a memoir, natural history, and reportage that documents the unprecedented wildfires in California in 2020.
The book explores the author's personal experience of living through the wildfires and reflects on the ecological and human history of the region. [ more ]
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#britney-spears
PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news
5 months ago
Music

Justin Timberlake says he's apologising to 'nobody' days after Britney apology

Justin Timberlake refuses to apologize to anyone in response to Britney Spears' apology in her memoir.
Spears initially apologized for things she wrote about Timberlake in her book, but later retracted her apology and slammed someone talking negatively about her. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
5 months ago
Music

Britney Spears 'in love' with Timberlake's 'Selfish,' apologizes for offending him

Britney Spears apologizes to Justin Timberlake and praises his new song.
The apology comes after Timberlake's comeback press tour and their past drama being revealed in Spears' memoir. [ more ]
New York Post
5 months ago
Music

Britney Spears apologizes to ex Justin Timberlake over memoir: 'I am in love' with his song 'Selfish'

Britney Spears has issued an apology to ex-boyfriend Justin Timberlake for her claims about him in her memoir.
Spears apologized for any offense she may have caused and expressed her love for Timberlake's new song. [ more ]
PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news
5 months ago
Music

Justin Timberlake says he's apologising to 'nobody' days after Britney apology

Justin Timberlake refuses to apologize to anyone in response to Britney Spears' apology in her memoir.
Spears initially apologized for things she wrote about Timberlake in her book, but later retracted her apology and slammed someone talking negatively about her. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
5 months ago
Music

Britney Spears 'in love' with Timberlake's 'Selfish,' apologizes for offending him

Britney Spears apologizes to Justin Timberlake and praises his new song.
The apology comes after Timberlake's comeback press tour and their past drama being revealed in Spears' memoir. [ more ]
New York Post
5 months ago
Music

Britney Spears apologizes to ex Justin Timberlake over memoir: 'I am in love' with his song 'Selfish'

Britney Spears has issued an apology to ex-boyfriend Justin Timberlake for her claims about him in her memoir.
Spears apologized for any offense she may have caused and expressed her love for Timberlake's new song. [ more ]
morebritney-spears
time.com
5 months ago
Books

Here Are the 13 Books You Should Read in February

The most exciting new books coming in February are easy to love and hard to put down.
Notable authors like Sloane Crosley, Tommy Orange, and Leslie Jamison return with releases that are considered some of the most anticipated of the year. [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
5 months ago
Artificial intelligence

Brutality of oppression: Ai Weiwei speaks on Gaza, China and New York City

Power fears art and poetry because they challenge and defy the restrictions and uniformity imposed by those in power.
Ai Weiwei's graphic memoir Zodiac chronicles his lifelong struggle against power and repression, from his childhood in China to his exile and artistic career. [ more ]
Boston.com
6 months ago
Books

How a polyamorous mom had 'a big sexual adventure' and found herself

Molly Roden Winter's memoir, 'More,' explores the highs and lows of juggling an open marriage with work and child care.
Winter's candid and often cringe-worthy scenes in 'More' shed light on the challenges and emotions of non-monogamy in a society that often portrays it as something on the fringes. [ more ]
The Ringer
6 months ago
Career

Matt Pryor Had to Explain It, and He Knew Right Where to Start

Matt Pryor is known for writing high-quality emo love songs.
His memoir, Red Letter Days, explores the DIY touring scene and the evolution of the emo genre. [ more ]
GameSpot
6 months ago
Video games

Prince Of Persia Creator's Memoir Is Available To Preorder At Amazon

Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown receives positive reviews
Jordan Mechner releasing memoir [ more ]
english.elpais.com
6 months ago
Writing

Jarvis Cocker, the cursed poet of Britpop: The past is a lie. We all have a completely false official autobiography'

Jarvis Cocker shares his trick for conducting interviews: preparing 10 questions on different topics and letting the conversation flow.
Cocker's memoir, Good Pop, Bad Pop, delves into his personal memories and connects the complexity of life and art. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
6 months ago
Mental health

The big idea: is couples therapy a waste of time?

Schwarzenegger's memoir-cum-self-help book Be Useful opens on his lowest point, but he refuses to dwell on it and instructs readers to Google the story instead.
Schwarzenegger shows resistance to displays of vulnerability, even when discussing attending couples therapy with his ex-wife. [ more ]
The New Yorker
6 months ago
Writing

Kate Zambreno Collects Herself

Kate Zambreno's memoir explores the themes of hoarding, collecting, and creative arrangement.
Zambreno's memoir focuses on her experience of organizing the monotony of lockdown for her children. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
6 months ago
Books

The ultimate summer reading list: 15 great celebrity memoirs, from Patrick Stewart to Britney Spears

Henry Winkler's memoir reveals his anxiety and struggles with dyslexia.
Matthew Perry's memoir discusses his rise to fame and struggles with addiction. [ more ]
The New Yorker
6 months ago
Writing

Kate Zambreno Collects Herself

Autofictionist focuses on finding and losing the self in her work.
Raising children during the pandemic led to a change in focus. [ more ]
PublishersWeekly.com
6 months ago
Books

The First Books You Should Read in 2024

Alvaro Enrigue's latest novel, a revisionist historical, has been translated into English.
Adam Shatz offers a major biography on Fanon, exploring the interplay between his biography and his anti-colonialist theory.
Karina Shor's debut memoir portrays trauma through jarringly grotesque and hauntingly beautiful artwork. [ more ]
#britney-spear
Los Angeles Times
6 months ago
Music

A new Britney Spears album isn't on tap, not even with 'random people' like Charli XCX

Britney Spears fact-checks reports of new album and confirms she will not return to the music industry.
Spears reveals she has written over 20 songs for other people and enjoys being a ghostwriter. [ more ]
Sacramento Bee
6 months ago
Music

Britney Spears shoots down album rumors, vowing to 'never return to the music industry'

Britney Spears is shooting down rumors of a new album and vows to never return to the music industry.
She is still writing music for other people and has written over 20 songs for others in the past two years. [ more ]
Page Six
6 months ago
Music

Britney Spears says she'll 'never return' to music despite her team tapping writers for new album

Britney Spears insists she will never make music again, despite her team assembling songwriters for her next album.
She has written over 20 songs for other people in the past two years and enjoys being a ghostwriter.
Spears' memoir, 'The Woman In Me,' was released with her approval, despite online speculation claiming otherwise. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
6 months ago
Music

A new Britney Spears album isn't on tap, not even with 'random people' like Charli XCX

Britney Spears fact-checks reports of new album and confirms she will not return to the music industry.
Spears reveals she has written over 20 songs for other people and enjoys being a ghostwriter. [ more ]
Sacramento Bee
6 months ago
Music

Britney Spears shoots down album rumors, vowing to 'never return to the music industry'

Britney Spears is shooting down rumors of a new album and vows to never return to the music industry.
She is still writing music for other people and has written over 20 songs for others in the past two years. [ more ]
Page Six
6 months ago
Music

Britney Spears says she'll 'never return' to music despite her team tapping writers for new album

Britney Spears insists she will never make music again, despite her team assembling songwriters for her next album.
She has written over 20 songs for other people in the past two years and enjoys being a ghostwriter.
Spears' memoir, 'The Woman In Me,' was released with her approval, despite online speculation claiming otherwise. [ more ]
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#satir
www.theguardian.com
6 months ago
Books

The ultimate summer reading list: 15 funny books to make you laugh

Terry Pratchett's Discworld series is a must-read for fans of satirical, fantasy novels
Nora Ephron's essays provide funny and profound insights into womanhood and aging [ more ]
Vulture
6 months ago
Books

23 Books We Can't Wait to Read in 2024

Publishing-world satire is becoming less popular
Exciting books are breaking away from recent trends and exploring stranger pleasures [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
6 months ago
Books

The ultimate summer reading list: 15 funny books to make you laugh

Terry Pratchett's Discworld series is a must-read for fans of satirical, fantasy novels
Nora Ephron's essays provide funny and profound insights into womanhood and aging [ more ]
Vulture
6 months ago
Books

23 Books We Can't Wait to Read in 2024

Publishing-world satire is becoming less popular
Exciting books are breaking away from recent trends and exploring stranger pleasures [ more ]
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PublishersWkly6 months ago
'Time' Magazine's 25 Most Anticipated Books of 2024 | @time https://t.co/rQZ5JWVDCW
time.com
7 months ago
Books

The 25 Most Anticipated Books of 2024

The 2024 books lineup has a diverse range of offerings, including memoirs, novels, and nonfiction books.
Some anticipated releases include RuPaul's memoir, a posthumous novel from Gabriel Garcia Marquez, and books from authors such as Tana French and Kevin Kwan. [ more ]
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