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The Best Music Books of 2024

Food reveals deep insights into the lives of indie musicians, making Taste in Music both entertaining and emotionally impactful.
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Merkel recalls childhood, Putin, and Trump in new memoir DW 11/21/2024

Angela Merkel's reflections reveal her resilience in the face of East Germany's oppressive regime and the unique challenges she faced as a female leader.

Angela Merkel memoirs titled Freedom to be published in November

Merkel's memoir 'Freedom: Memories 1954-2021' traces her journey from East Germany to Chancellor, reflecting on freedom and her political experiences.

Germany: Angela Merkel's memoirs to be published in November DW 05/13/2024

Merkel's memoir 'Freedom. Memories 1954-2021' reflects on her life in two German states, showcasing the journey of the first female German Chancellor.

Angela Merkel's 700-page memoirs to be published in November DW 05/13/2024

Merkel's memoirs, titled '(Freedom). Memories 1954 2021,' reflect on her life in the two German states and emphasize the concept of freedom.

Merkel recalls childhood, Putin, and Trump in new memoir DW 11/21/2024

Angela Merkel's reflections reveal her resilience in the face of East Germany's oppressive regime and the unique challenges she faced as a female leader.

Angela Merkel memoirs titled Freedom to be published in November

Merkel's memoir 'Freedom: Memories 1954-2021' traces her journey from East Germany to Chancellor, reflecting on freedom and her political experiences.

Germany: Angela Merkel's memoirs to be published in November DW 05/13/2024

Merkel's memoir 'Freedom. Memories 1954-2021' reflects on her life in two German states, showcasing the journey of the first female German Chancellor.

Angela Merkel's 700-page memoirs to be published in November DW 05/13/2024

Merkel's memoirs, titled '(Freedom). Memories 1954 2021,' reflect on her life in the two German states and emphasize the concept of freedom.
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West Village artist Peter McGough reflects on art, life and legacy in memoir and photography show | amNewYork

Peter McGough's memoir captures his artistic life and relationship with David McDermott, reflecting on their past and the changes in New York City.
#lgbtq

Luke Evans' memoir shows why there's no such thing as a gay Jehovah's Witness

Luke Evans candidly discusses the struggles of being gay in a Jehovah's Witness upbringing, facing bullying and religious prejudice.

Top of Your Stack 6.13.24 - San Francisco Bay Times

Inclusive storytelling and LGBTQ+ representation in various genres.

Luke Evans' memoir shows why there's no such thing as a gay Jehovah's Witness

Luke Evans candidly discusses the struggles of being gay in a Jehovah's Witness upbringing, facing bullying and religious prejudice.

Top of Your Stack 6.13.24 - San Francisco Bay Times

Inclusive storytelling and LGBTQ+ representation in various genres.
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#mental-health

7 Memoirs Therapists Think You Should Read

Memoirs can provide valuable insights and coping strategies for overcoming personal struggles, often offering deeper reflections than self-help books.

Write Your Mimi-Memoir

Memoirs can provide insights into overcoming mental health struggles; writing 'mini memoirs' can help individuals process their experiences and emotions.

7 Memoirs Therapists Think You Should Read

Memoirs can provide valuable insights and coping strategies for overcoming personal struggles, often offering deeper reflections than self-help books.

Write Your Mimi-Memoir

Memoirs can provide insights into overcoming mental health struggles; writing 'mini memoirs' can help individuals process their experiences and emotions.
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Digested week: my cardio rehab is done, and my dog's joint care chews are a miracle | John Crace

Dog joint care chews significantly improved Herbie's mobility and overall energy levels after a serious injury.

Boris Johnson's biography still blank on official government website amid pressure

Boris Johnson's official government biography remains blank due to persistent allegations of sleaze and controversy after his ouster from office.
#literature

The 32 Most Anticipated Books of Fall 2024

Fall 2024 offers a line-up of highly anticipated books featuring various genres and themes, appealing to diverse reader interests.

9 Spring Books by Bay Area Authors

Memoirs, crafty guides, and novels from Bay Area authors.
Intriguing books by Daniel Handler, Sarah Ruiz-Grossman, and Carvell Wallace.

The 32 Most Anticipated Books of Fall 2024

Fall 2024 offers a line-up of highly anticipated books featuring various genres and themes, appealing to diverse reader interests.

9 Spring Books by Bay Area Authors

Memoirs, crafty guides, and novels from Bay Area authors.
Intriguing books by Daniel Handler, Sarah Ruiz-Grossman, and Carvell Wallace.
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#celebrities

11 Times Famous People Called Out Other Celebrities In Their Memoirs

Britney Spears accuses Justin Timberlake of cultural appropriation through his use of a blaccent.

13 Celeb Kids Who Aired Out Their Famous Parents' Relationship Drama

Celeb kids have weighed in on their famous parents' relationship drama.
Their comments can be seen on reality TV shows and in memoirs.
Some kids express concern for their parents' privacy.

11 Times Famous People Called Out Other Celebrities In Their Memoirs

Britney Spears accuses Justin Timberlake of cultural appropriation through his use of a blaccent.

13 Celeb Kids Who Aired Out Their Famous Parents' Relationship Drama

Celeb kids have weighed in on their famous parents' relationship drama.
Their comments can be seen on reality TV shows and in memoirs.
Some kids express concern for their parents' privacy.
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Jill Robinson obituary

Jill Robinson's work explored the interplay between Hollywood privilege and personal identity.
#novels

The Best Food Books to Read This Spring

Spring brings a variety of new food-related books, from cozy novels to compelling memoirs.
One notable release is The Paris Novel by Ruth Reichl.

6 Paperbacks to Read This Week

Discover new summer reads: novels, memoirs, and love stories, including a best-selling novel on gaming and a memoir on U.S.-Mexico border.

Sarah Manguso: I seem to have hit on a cultural sore spot'

Sarah Manguso has an extensive literary background with an array of works, including memoirs and novels. She explores personal experiences and family history in her writing.

February 2024's Must-Read Book Releases

Stay updated on the latest book releases
Discover new novels, memoirs, and more

The Danish queen who translated Simone de Beauvoir

Simone de Beauvoir was not only a pioneer of feminism but also an influential writer in various genres including novels and memoirs.
Her memoirs, collected in two volumes by the Pleiade editorial collection, offer a comprehensive portrait not only of her life but of her entire era.

The Best Food Books to Read This Spring

Spring brings a variety of new food-related books, from cozy novels to compelling memoirs.
One notable release is The Paris Novel by Ruth Reichl.

6 Paperbacks to Read This Week

Discover new summer reads: novels, memoirs, and love stories, including a best-selling novel on gaming and a memoir on U.S.-Mexico border.

Sarah Manguso: I seem to have hit on a cultural sore spot'

Sarah Manguso has an extensive literary background with an array of works, including memoirs and novels. She explores personal experiences and family history in her writing.

February 2024's Must-Read Book Releases

Stay updated on the latest book releases
Discover new novels, memoirs, and more

The Danish queen who translated Simone de Beauvoir

Simone de Beauvoir was not only a pioneer of feminism but also an influential writer in various genres including novels and memoirs.
Her memoirs, collected in two volumes by the Pleiade editorial collection, offer a comprehensive portrait not only of her life but of her entire era.
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Who could kill a puppy? The twisted confession of a Trump vice presidential candidate

Kristi Noem's memoir reveals her decisive and unapologetic approach to dealing with problematic animals on her ranch.

The Book You're Reading Might Be Wrong

The lack of fact-checking in nonfiction books, including memoirs, could lead to published works containing factual errors.

A baker's dozen of new books with Berkeley ties to read this spring

Memoirs with humor and serious subjects dominate local author's Spring nonfiction releases.

Liz Truss, lettuce and Deep State: Seven car crash moments from former PM's book tour

Liz Truss heavily promoted her memoirs, which quickly became the fourth best-selling book on Amazon despite negative reviews.

A Memoir Shouldn't Boss You Around

Memoirs should focus on specificity and perspective, not become prescriptive self-help books.
Authors should avoid generalizing personal experiences to society-wide conclusions in memoirs.

Here Are the 13 Books You Should Read in March

Reimagined classics and mind-warping novels await in the best new books for March.
Explore thrillers, historical novels, and memoirs in March's must-read book releases.

The Strangest Job in the World

The role of first lady is burdened with high, fluctuating expectations.
Memoirs by first ladies have become a genre, with Edith Wilson being a notable early example.

A Memoirist Who Told Everything and Repented Nothing

Diana Athill published nine memoirs chronicling her long life, from her English childhood to her elderly years.
Athill, a renowned editor, co-founded a publishing house and worked with authors like Philip Roth and John Updike.

Change: A Novel by Edouard Louis review a knack for dramatising filial strife

Edouard Louis recounts two main stories: his escape from a deprived village for being gay and the aftermath of success from his debut novel.
Change, his fifth book, follows his transformation from 17 to 25, his ascent to fame, and the emotional struggles associated with it.
#fiction

10 New Books by Indigenous Authors

Diverse range of authors and genres featured, spanning fiction, memoirs, essays, and poetry.
Highlighted authors include Billy-Ray Belcourt, Morgan Talty, Alexis Wright, and Sasha taqwšeblu LaPointe.

The 38 best books to gift for Christmas 2023

There is a perfect book for everyone on your holiday gift list.
There are a variety of genres and themes to choose from, including fiction, non-fiction, cookbooks, and children's books.
Some recommended books for the holiday season include 'FICTION' by Colson Whitehead, 'The Exchange' by John Grisham, and 'Dear Child' by Romy Hausmann.

The Best Food Books to Read This Spring

Spring brings a new crop of food-related books, from cozy novels to compelling memoirs.
One book to look out for is 'The Paris Novel' by Ruth Reichl, a highly anticipated fiction endeavor from a food critic and writer.

10 New Books by Indigenous Authors

Diverse range of authors and genres featured, spanning fiction, memoirs, essays, and poetry.
Highlighted authors include Billy-Ray Belcourt, Morgan Talty, Alexis Wright, and Sasha taqwšeblu LaPointe.

The 38 best books to gift for Christmas 2023

There is a perfect book for everyone on your holiday gift list.
There are a variety of genres and themes to choose from, including fiction, non-fiction, cookbooks, and children's books.
Some recommended books for the holiday season include 'FICTION' by Colson Whitehead, 'The Exchange' by John Grisham, and 'Dear Child' by Romy Hausmann.

The Best Food Books to Read This Spring

Spring brings a new crop of food-related books, from cozy novels to compelling memoirs.
One book to look out for is 'The Paris Novel' by Ruth Reichl, a highly anticipated fiction endeavor from a food critic and writer.
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"Girls Like Us": Karina Shor & Natalie Norris in Conversation about the Perils and Triumphs of Making Graphic Memoirs About Trauma - The Comics Journal

Natalie Norris and Karina Shor both published their debut graphic novel memoirs, choosing to depict the most painful and traumatic parts of their lives.
Natalie Norris chose her story based on the structure of the story, while Karina Shor felt that her traumatic story carried the most emotional weight.

In the Streets of Barcelona | Colm Toibin

Juan Goytisolo recalls the moment he watched footage of the aerial bombing of Barcelona in 1938, in which his mother was killed.
Three of Julia Gay's children, including Juan Goytisolo, became influential Spanish writers.

Column: These California memoirs will get you thinking about writing your own

Writing a memoir is seen as both selfish and selfless.
California has a rich history that should be documented and shared.

In the Streets of Barcelona | Colm Toibin

Juan Goytisolo's mother was killed in the bombing of Barcelona during the Spanish Civil War.
Three of Julia Gay's children became successful writers.

The best memoirs and biographies of 2023

Blake Morrison's new memoir, Two Sisters, focuses on the lives of his siblings and their struggles, including his younger sister who died from alcohol abuse.
John Niven's memoir, O Brother, explores the life and death of his troubled brother who took his own life in 2010.

The best memoirs and biographies of 2023

Multiple authors have recently released memoirs focused on their siblings, parents, and personal struggles.
These memoirs explore themes of loss, addiction, mental health, family history, and activism.

The Best Memoirs of 2023

Memoirs can take various forms and incorporate different elements like fragmented memories, letters, and mythology.
The best memoirs explore questions of identity and self through openness and experimentation.

The Atlantic 10: The Best Books of 2023

Books offer a countercultural medium of focus and complexity in a world filled with distractions.
This year's selections include ambitious projects that are clear, beautiful, and impossible to put down.

Gifts for Wine Lovers: This Season's Must-Read Books for Oenophiles

Three new memoirs by veteran wine producers offer fascinating glimpses into winemaking as a business and a way of life.
These books make great gifts for wine lovers.
The memoirs showcase the diverse experiences of winemakers and their wines.

The Seditious Writers Who Unravel Their Own Stories

Memoirs often revisit the past with a focus on distortion and error, portraying a ceremonial unwrapping of transformation and ambiguity.

Journalism memoirs: More than just war stories - Poynter

The most interesting journalism memoirs delve into the reasons behind the work and life experiences, offering valuable insights for readers.

Henri Charriere: Papillon de Pigalle archive, June 1969

Parisian literary scene captivated by ex-convict's escapades.

20 Nonfiction Books NPR Staffers Have Loved So Far This Year

Memoirs from various authors explore themes of loss, resilience, and healing, offering insights into personal experiences and struggles.
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