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A single decision fractures the boundary between ordinary life and institutional confinement.
Girl, Interrupted
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A single decision fractures the boundary between ordinary life and institutional confinement. In Girl, Interrupted, Susanna Kaysen recounts her late teenage years spent inside a psychiatric hospital during the late 1960s. Through sharply observed vignettes of patients, doctors, and daily routines, the memoir examines identity, diagnosis, and the uneasy line between mental illness and self definition.
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30th ANNIVERSARY EDITION • NATIONAL BESTSELLER • In 1967, after a session with a psychiatrist she'd never seen before, eighteen-year-old Susanna Kaysen was put in a taxi and sent to McLean Hospital. Her memoir of the next two years is a "poignant, honest ... triumphantly funny ... and heartbreaking story" (The New York Times Book Review).
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The ward for teenage girls in the McLean psychiatric hospital was as renowned for its famous clientele—Sylvia Plath, Robert Lowell, James Taylor, and Ray Charles—as for its progressive methods of treating those who could afford its sanctuary. Kaysen's memoir encompasses horror and razor-edged perception while providing vivid portraits of her fellow patients and their keepers. It is a brilliant evocation of a "parallel universe" set within the kaleidoscopically shifting landscape of the late sixties.
Girl, Interrupted is a clear-sighted, unflinching document that gives lasting and specific dimension to our definitions of sane and insane, mental illness and recovery.
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By thirteen, Lily Bailey was certain she was bad.
Because We Are Bad
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By thirteen, Lily Bailey was certain she was bad. OCD ruled her life, forcing her into exhausting rituals to prevent imagined disasters. Because We Are Bad is her gripping memoir of growing up with obsessive compulsive disorder—of trying to seem “normal,” of breaking free, and of finding a future beyond compulsion. A Washington Post Best Book of the Year.
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By the age of thirteen, Lily Bailey was convinced she was bad. Her thoughts alone had caused unimaginable harm. To make up for it, she created intricate, exhausting rituals—checking, counting, confessing—desperate to keep disaster at bay.
But no matter how many compulsions she performed, the guilt never left. Inside her mind, “I” became “we,” an internal battle waged against obsessive compulsive disorder that dictated every moment of her young life. Because We Are Bad is her astonishingly intimate memoir of living with OCD—of struggling to appear “normal,” of fighting against the voices that ordered her forward, and of finally, painstakingly, breaking free.
Raw, harrowing, and ultimately redemptive, this Washington Post Best Book of the Year is an unforgettable journey into the depths of OCD—and the resilience it takes to heal.
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Harriet Tubman was more than just the legendary conductor of the Underground Railroad—she was a spy, a strategist, and a fearless freedom fighter.
Harriet Tubman: The Road to Freedom
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Harriet Tubman was more than just the legendary conductor of the Underground Railroad—she was a spy, a strategist, and a fearless freedom fighter. This definitive biography reveals the woman behind the myth, capturing her extraordinary courage and impact on American history. A compelling, impeccably researched portrait of one of the most remarkable figures of the 19th century.
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Harriet Tubman was called many things—Moses by the enslaved people she led to freedom, General Tubman by John Brown, and a criminal by those who sought to capture her. But who was the woman behind the legend?
In this definitive biography, Harriet Tubman is revealed as more than just a conductor on the Underground Railroad. She was a spy, a strategist, a fierce abolitionist, and a woman of extraordinary courage who risked her life repeatedly to fight for justice. Drawing on impeccable research, this compelling narrative offers a sweeping historical vision of slavery, resistance, and the power of one determined individual to change history.
A New York Times notable book, this essential biography brings to life one of America’s most extraordinary figures like never before.
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For fans of Roxane Gay and anyone who finds themselves waiting for the universe to text back.
So Sad Today
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What happens when anxiety and existential dread collide with dark humor and poetic insight? Melissa Broder’s So Sad Today began as a viral Twitter account and became a brutally honest essay collection that confronts sex, death, love, and low self-esteem with devastating wit. For fans of Roxane Gay and anyone who finds themselves waiting for the universe to text back.
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Melissa Broder has always struggled with anxiety, but in 2012, the panic attacks became relentless. To cope, she created @sosadtoday, an anonymous Twitter account where she laid bare her darkest thoughts—raw, existential, and darkly hilarious. What began as an outlet quickly grew into a viral sensation.
In So Sad Today, Broder dives even deeper, exploring the messy, uncomfortable realities of sex, death, addiction, love, and the absurdity of modern life. With a voice that is equal parts poetic and profane, devastating and laugh-out-loud funny, she confronts the questions most of us are too afraid to ask.
Brutally honest and deeply relatable, this essay collection is for anyone who has ever felt overwhelmed by life and needed to laugh about it anyway.
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Three generations, one house, and a year filled with unexpected revelations.
Mother Daughter Me
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Three generations, one house, and a year filled with unexpected revelations. Katie Hafner invites her mother to live with her and her teenage daughter, hoping for connection and healing. Instead, old wounds resurface, forcing them to confront their past. Mother Daughter Me is a heartfelt, often humorous memoir about love, forgiveness, and the complexities of family.
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Katie Hafner dreamed of a perfect year—three generations of women living under one roof, forging new bonds, and healing old wounds. But reality had other plans.
When Katie invites her 77-year-old mother, Helen, to move in with her and her teenage daughter, Zoë, she envisions a chance to reconnect, to create the family dynamic they never had. Instead, unresolved emotions bubble to the surface—memories of divorce, alcoholism, loss, and the lingering pain of unmet expectations. As three generations navigate their differences, laughter and heartache intertwine in an unforgettable journey of love, forgiveness, and self-discovery.
By turns raw, funny, and deeply insightful, Mother Daughter Me is a beautifully written memoir about the complexities of family and the healing power of second chances.
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Holocaust survivor Lily Ebert vowed to tell the world her story—and with the help of her great-grandson, she fulfills that promise.
Lily’s Promise
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Holocaust survivor Lily Ebert vowed to tell the world her story—and with the help of her great-grandson, she fulfills that promise. Lily’s Promise is a deeply moving memoir of survival, loss, and resilience, bridging generations to ensure history is never forgotten. An instant New York Times bestseller, this unforgettable book is a testament to hope and remembrance.
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On Yom Kippur, 1944, imprisoned in Auschwitz, Lily Ebert made a promise: she would survive and tell the world her story—for those who could not.
Now, at ninety-eight, Lily fulfills that vow with the help of her great-grandson, Dov Forman, in this moving, intergenerational memoir. She shares the story of her childhood in Hungary, the heartbreaking loss of her mother and siblings upon arrival at Auschwitz, and the small acts of defiance that gave her strength to endure. After liberation, Lily rebuilt her life in Israel and later London, ensuring that hope outlasted horror.
An instant New York Times bestseller, Lily’s Promise is a powerful testament to resilience, remembrance, and the responsibility of future generations to keep history alive.
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Disillusioned with modern life, Signe Pike leaves Manhattan to search for something long dismissed as fantasy: faeries.
Faery Tale
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Disillusioned with modern life, Signe Pike leaves Manhattan to search for something long dismissed as fantasy: faeries. Traveling through England, Ireland, and Scotland, she discovers more than forgotten magic—she rediscovers herself. Faery Tale is a moving, whimsical memoir that rekindles the wonder of childhood and reminds us all to believe in the unseen.
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Signe Pike had the perfect Manhattan career—until she realized she’d lost her sense of wonder. Leaving it all behind, she embarks on a journey through England, Ireland, Scotland, and beyond, searching for something long dismissed as childhood fancy: faeries.
From ancient forests to sacred sites and local pubs, she seeks those who still believe, hoping to rekindle the magic she once felt. But as she follows whispers of the unseen, she begins to discover something even more powerful—her own transformation.
Part travel memoir, part anthropological exploration, Faery Tale is a deeply personal, heartwarming adventure that reminds us all of the magic hidden in plain sight. Named one of Kirkus Reviews’ Best Books of 2010, this enchanting journey invites readers to believe again.
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The Office BFFs is a must-read for fans of the show and listeners of Office Ladies, celebrating friendship, motherhood, and nine seasons of iconic television.
The Office BFFs
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Jenna Fischer and Angela Kinsey take The Office fans behind the scenes in this intimate, laugh-out-loud memoir packed with never-before-seen photos and unforgettable stories. The Office BFFs is a must-read for fans of the show and listeners of Office Ladies, celebrating friendship, motherhood, and nine seasons of iconic television.
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Pam Beesly and Angela Martin may have been polar opposites at Dunder Mifflin, but behind the scenes, Jenna Fischer and Angela Kinsey formed a lifelong bond.
In The Office BFFs, the real-life best friends take fans behind the scenes of The Office, sharing never-before-seen photos, hilarious stories, and intimate memories from their nine-season journey. From the show’s rocky early days to walking their first red carpet, Jenna and Angela offer a heartfelt look at the friendships, challenges, and unforgettable moments that shaped their time on set.
A must-read for fans of The Office and listeners of Office Ladies, this instant New York Times bestseller is a warm, funny, and nostalgic celebration of friendship, motherhood, and the show that changed their lives.
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Wool has shaped Britain’s history, economy, and culture for centuries.
This Golden Fleece: A Journey Through Britain’s Knitted History
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Wool has shaped Britain’s history, economy, and culture for centuries. In This Golden Fleece, Esther Rutter travels across the British Isles, knitting her way through the past—from the booming wool trade to the craft’s enduring traditions. A beautifully written blend of history, travel, and personal reflection, this is a must-read for lovers of craft and culture.
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Wool has shaped the British Isles for centuries—its history woven into landscapes, industries, and traditions. In This Golden Fleece, Esther Rutter embarks on a year-long journey across Britain to uncover the deep cultural and economic impact of wool, from the bustling market towns built on its trade to the Highland communities reshaped by sheep farming.
Along the way, she knits her way through history, crafting garments that reflect the past—gloves, a fisherman’s jumper, a baby blanket—reminding us of the intimate relationship between craft and culture.
Blending personal reflection with rich historical research, This Golden Fleece is both a meditation on the art of knitting and an exploration of how wool has shaped the very fabric of Britain. A must-read for lovers of craft, history, and the enduring legacy of textiles.
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From the ruins of 9/11 to the battlefields of Afghanistan, Scott Pelley has witnessed history firsthand.
Truth Worth Telling
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From the ruins of 9/11 to the battlefields of Afghanistan, Scott Pelley has witnessed history firsthand. Truth Worth Telling is a gripping memoir that blends investigative journalism with personal reflection, offering a powerful defense of truth and free speech. A must-read for those who believe in the power of storytelling and the pursuit of integrity in uncertain times.
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Scott Pelley has spent a lifetime on the frontlines of history, reporting from the collapsing World Trade Center on 9/11, embedding with troops in Afghanistan and Iraq, and sharing private moments with world leaders. In Truth Worth Telling, the 60 Minutes correspondent and former CBS Evening News anchor takes readers behind the headlines, offering a riveting blend of investigative reporting, personal reflection, and eyewitness accounts of world-changing events.
More than just a memoir, this is a powerful defense of free speech and the press, a call to honor truth in an era of uncertainty. Filled with inspiring, thought-provoking stories, Truth Worth Telling is for readers who believe that integrity matters and that some stories must be told—no matter the cost.
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The Nazis called her “the most dangerous of all Allied spies.” With a prosthetic leg and nerves of steel, Virginia Hall built resistance networks, led sabotage missions, and…
A Woman of No Importance
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The Nazis called her “the most dangerous of all Allied spies.” With a prosthetic leg and nerves of steel, Virginia Hall built resistance networks, led sabotage missions, and outwitted the Gestapo at every turn. A Woman of No Importance is the thrilling true story of a forgotten World War II hero whose bravery helped change history.
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In 1942, the Gestapo labeled her “the most dangerous of all Allied spies.” They wanted her found and destroyed. But Virginia Hall refused to be stopped.
A Baltimore socialite turned master spy, Virginia defied expectations and infiltrated Nazi-occupied France as the first Allied woman deployed behind enemy lines. With a prosthetic leg and an unbreakable will, she built vast resistance networks, coordinated sabotage missions, and played a pivotal role in weakening the Nazi grip on France. Even after a bounty was placed on her head, she refused to back down, leading daring missions that changed the course of World War II.
Based on extensive new research, A Woman of No Importance is the astonishing true story of a woman whose courage and ingenuity helped shape history.
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Brianne Dressen thought she was helping end a pandemic.
Worth a Shot?
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Brianne Dressen thought she was helping end a pandemic. Instead, she found herself in a medical and political nightmare. Worth a Shot? is a gripping true story of a clinical trial gone wrong, a system that refused to listen, and one woman’s fight for truth. A must-read memoir of resilience, advocacy, and the hidden side of Big Pharma.
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Brianne Dressen never imagined that volunteering for a clinical trial would turn her life upside down. As a devoted mother and preschool teacher, she believed she was helping end the pandemic. But after receiving the Covid vaccine, something went terribly wrong.
What followed was a medical, political, and social nightmare that forced Brianne to question everything—from the pharmaceutical industry’s control over drug trials to its influence on free speech and government oversight. As she fought for answers, she uncovered unsettling truths that no one wanted to believe.
Part memoir, part medical mystery, Worth a Shot? is a gripping, thought-provoking account of systemic failures, unexpected allies, and one woman’s fight for justice. A powerful story of resilience, advocacy, and the courage to challenge a system stacked against her.
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