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This memoir is a strong fit for readers who love movie history with heart and nostalgia.
As You Wish
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Some films feel immortal because everyone who made them knew they had found something rare. In As You Wish, Cary Elwes revisits the making of The Princess Bride through personal memories, cast reflections, and behind-the-scenes stories that capture the warmth, humor, and creative spirit behind the film. This memoir is a strong fit for readers who love movie history with heart and nostalgia.
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From actor Cary Elwes, who played the iconic role of Westley in The Princess Bride, comes the New York Times bestselling account of the making of the cult classic film filled with never-before-told stories, exclusive photographs, and interviews with costars Robin Wright, Wallace Shawn, Billy Crystal, Christopher Guest, and Mandy Patinkin, as well as author and screenwriter William Goldman, producer Norman Lear, and director Rob Reiner.
The Princess Bride has been a family favorite for close to three decades. Ranked by the American Film Institute as one of the top 100 Greatest Love Stories and by the Writers Guild of America as one of the top 100 screenplays of all time, The Princess Bride will continue to resonate with audiences for years to come.
Cary Elwes was inspired to share his memories and give fans an unprecedented look into the creation of the film while participating in the twenty-fifth anniversary cast reunion. In As You Wish he has created an enchanting experience; in addition to never-before seen photos and interviews with his fellow cast mates, there are plenty of set secrets and backstage stories.
With a foreword by Rob Reiner and a limited edition original poster by acclaimed artist Shepard Fairey, As You Wish is a must-have for all fans of this beloved film.
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Darius Rucker’s memoir takes readers on a journey from his beginnings as the frontman of Hootie & The Blowfish to his groundbreaking success as a solo country artist.
Life’s Too Short
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Darius Rucker’s memoir takes readers on a journey from his beginnings as the frontman of Hootie & The Blowfish to his groundbreaking success as a solo country artist. Filled with stories of his rise to fame, personal challenges, and the music that shaped him, this heartfelt memoir offers an intimate look at his life.
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From frat parties to Grammy stages, Darius Rucker’s music journey is one for the ages.
In 1986, Darius Rucker co-founded Hootie & The Blowfish, transforming a college party band into a global sensation with hits like “Let Her Cry” and “Only Wanna Be with You.” Later, he defied expectations by conquering the country music world with timeless tracks like “Wagon Wheel.”
Through the lens of the music that shaped him, Rucker reflects on his childhood in Charleston, his meteoric rise to fame, and the personal struggles he faced along the way. From wild road stories to confronting his darkest moments, Rucker’s memoir is both heartfelt and inspiring.
But behind the hits and the fame, what kept Rucker grounded—and what’s next for him?
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Ideal for readers looking for LGBTQ+ memoirs about belonging, grief, resilience, community, and the path from survival to advocacy.
A Place for Us
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A Place for Us follows Brandon J. Wolf from a childhood shaped by loss, racism, and homophobia in rural Oregon to the chosen family he found in Orlando and the activism that gave him purpose after tragedy, with a 4.5-star rating from more than 1,800 Amazon reviewers. Ideal for readers looking for LGBTQ+ memoirs about belonging, grief, resilience, community, and the path from survival to advocacy.
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From one of the most vital and passionate LGBTQ+ activists comes a powerful memoir about self-discovery, community, love, and resilience in the face of adversity.
You never forget your first. First kiss. First love. First heartache. They all burrow their way into your subconscious, destined to reshape how you see the world forever.
Growing up in rural Oregon, Brandon Wolf grappled with the devastating loss of his supportive mother and with the embedded racism and homophobia of a community that made him feel like an unwelcome stranger. After the lack of connection and role models led him down a spiral of risky behavior, Wolf escaped to survive. In Orlando, he found what he’d been searching for: belonging—in a community that was a safe space with people he’d come to call his chosen family. They taught Wolf how to love, and be loved, unconditionally. Then, on June 12, 2016, in an exhilarating refuge where Wolf and hundreds of others had discovered a liberating new normal, they were suddenly challenged with fighting for a way out—in order to survive. Overnight, everything was ripped away by chaos, panic, and fear. But the unimaginable tragedy also gave Wolf a new power: purpose.
In this unforgettable coming-of-age memoir, Wolf shares his transformative journey from young outsider to galvanizing activist. Marshaling the compassion and strength of a community, Wolf explores how to get through the darkest times with healing, hope, and resistance. “With our backs against the wall,” he writes, “we find a way out together.”
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In Scarred, Sarah Edmondson reveals her chilling experience inside NXIVM, a so-called self-help group that manipulated thousands.
Scarred
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In Scarred, Sarah Edmondson reveals her chilling experience inside NXIVM, a so-called self-help group that manipulated thousands. After 12 years, she escaped, risking everything to expose its sinister inner workings. Her memoir is a gripping tale of betrayal, resilience, and the fight to reclaim her life from a dangerous cult.
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Sarah Edmondson thought she was joining a self-help group—but she was wrong. For 12 years, she was a member of NXIVM, a cult that manipulated and controlled its followers, culminating in a secret sisterhood where women were branded and enslaved.
At her breaking point, Sarah made the courageous decision to escape and expose the truth behind NXIVM’s charismatic leader, Keith Raniere. As she fought to help others break free, she confronted the devastating betrayal of close friends and the abuses of power she once trusted.
In Scarred, Sarah recounts her harrowing journey from victim to whistleblower, revealing the dark side of NXIVM and the strength it took to reclaim her life.
How far would you go to find redemption—and justice for those still trapped?
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When a catastrophic hurricane strikes, Tami Oldham is left stranded at sea with a wrecked boat and no sign of her fiancé, Richard.
Adrift
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When a catastrophic hurricane strikes, Tami Oldham is left stranded at sea with a wrecked boat and no sign of her fiancé, Richard. Alone and with little hope for rescue, Tami must rely on her strength and resilience to survive a harrowing 41-day journey across the unforgiving ocean.
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Two weeks into what should have been a dream sailing trip from Tahiti to San Diego, Tami Oldham and her fiancé, Richard Sharp, were struck by one of the worst hurricanes in history.
Tami and Richard, young and adventurous, were ready to begin their lives together. But as monstrous waves and hurricane-force winds battered their boat, Richard was lost, leaving Tami alone and adrift on a wrecked vessel.
With no motor, no masts, and little hope for rescue, Tami faces a harrowing test of survival that will push her to the brink. Battling the elements and her own despair, she must find a way to endure or be lost to the unforgiving sea.
Can the power of love and the will to survive overcome the impossible?
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American Marine H. Robert Charles survived the brutal Burma-Thailand Death Railway, where over 100,000 POWs perished.
Last Man Out
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American Marine H. Robert Charles survived the brutal Burma-Thailand Death Railway, where over 100,000 POWs perished. His gripping memoir, Last Man Out, reveals the horrors of the camps and the extraordinary courage that saved lives in the face of unimaginable cruelty.
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Between June 1942 and October 1943, over 100,000 Allied POWs perished while building the infamous Burma-Thailand Death Railway. One of the few survivors was American Marine H. Robert Charles, whose harrowing memoir, Last Man Out, recounts his grueling ordeal.
Charles endured unimaginable brutality in the camps but also witnessed extraordinary acts of courage, including a Dutch Colonial Army doctor whose knowledge of jungle herbs saved hundreds of lives—including his own. As Charles navigates the horrors of forced labor, his story highlights both the darkest depths of human cruelty and the resilience of those determined to survive.
In a world where survival seemed impossible, how did Charles become one of the last men standing?
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On June 25, 1876, General Custer and Crazy Horse, two fierce leaders, faced each other at Little Bighorn.
Crazy Horse and Custer
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On June 25, 1876, General Custer and Crazy Horse, two fierce leaders, faced each other at Little Bighorn. As their nations clashed over the vast plains, the battle would forever change the course of history, sealing the fate of two legendary warriors.
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On the morning of June 25, 1876, 611 men of the U.S. 7th Cavalry rode toward Little Bighorn, unaware that 3,000 Native warriors awaited them. Among these warriors stood Crazy Horse, leader of the Oglala Sioux, while General George Armstrong Custer led the cavalry. Both men, known for their aggression and courage, had risen to leadership at a young age and fought to regain their people’s respect after periods of disgrace.
As two nations clashed over the vast plains, their destinies became intertwined in a battle that would echo through history. But would either survive the fight for the future of the Great Plains?
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Shannon Kent, a groundbreaking military operator, hunted the world’s most dangerous terrorists while raising a family with her Special Forces husband.
Send Me
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Shannon Kent, a groundbreaking military operator, hunted the world’s most dangerous terrorists while raising a family with her Special Forces husband. Her story reveals the immense sacrifice, duty, and humanity of a woman who thrived in the elite world of covert military operations.
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Shannon Kent was a trailblazer—one of the first women to serve as an elite US military operator, balancing classified missions with family life.
As a Navy cryptologic technician, Shannon’s skill with signals intelligence and languages placed her in an ultra-secretive unit, hunting the world’s most dangerous terrorists. But behind the heroic missions was a mother trying to raise two boys with her husband Joe, a Special Forces soldier, while navigating the pressures of combat and family.
With every mission, the stakes grew higher—her duty to country often clashing with her love for her family.
This is the untold story of a woman who reached the pinnacle of military service. Can a life of sacrifice ever truly balance family and duty?
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David Marquet transformed a failing submarine by turning his crew into leaders.
Turn the Ship Around!
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David Marquet transformed a failing submarine by turning his crew into leaders. His innovative approach to leadership reversed poor performance, boosted morale, and set records. Discover how this powerful shift changed the course of the Santa Fe and could transform any organization.
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David Marquet’s leadership was put to the ultimate test when he took command of the Santa Fe, a submarine plagued by poor morale and low performance.
Trained in a traditional “command and control” model, Marquet quickly realized it was ineffective. After unknowingly giving an impossible order that his crew blindly followed, he recognized a dangerous flaw in leadership.
Determined to shift course, Marquet introduced a radical approach: empowering every crew member to take responsibility. As each sailor became a leader, the Santa Fe transformed from the worst-performing submarine to the best in the fleet.
But could Marquet’s model of “leadership at every level” truly revolutionize an entire organization?
Explore how one man's bold decision forever changed Navy leadership—and how it could change yours.
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Chris moves to Italy for love, but life in the sun-kissed town of Andrano isn't as simple as he imagined.
Head Over Heel
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Chris moves to Italy for love, but life in the sun-kissed town of Andrano isn't as simple as he imagined. Between navigating Italian bureaucracy, chaotic roads, and his fiancée Daniela’s overbearing mother—who has big plans for their future—Chris begins to wonder if he’s in over his head. Can love survive the chaos?
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When Chris leaves Sydney for a trip to Dublin, he never expects to meet Daniela—and fall head over heels in love. Before long, he’s packing up his life to follow her to the charming town of Andrano, Italy.
The picturesque olive groves and cobblestone streets seem idyllic, but Chris quickly learns that Italian life comes with its challenges. Navigating endless bureaucracy and chaotic roads is tough, but nothing prepares him for Daniela’s formidable mother, who has her own plans for their future—including converting him to Catholicism and building them a home.
As Chris struggles to adapt, he must decide if love is enough to overcome the complexities of Italian family life.
Will la dolce vita be as sweet as he hoped, or more than he bargained for?
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In 1959, nine hikers died under bizarre and mysterious circumstances on Dead Mountain.
Dead Mountain
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In 1959, nine hikers died under bizarre and mysterious circumstances on Dead Mountain. Using their journals, government records, and personal interviews, Dead Mountain uncovers chilling clues behind the Dyatlov Pass Incident. With eerie details and unanswered questions, this gripping true story unravels one of history’s most haunting unsolved mysteries.
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In February 1959, nine skilled hikers set off into the Russian Ural Mountains—none returned alive. The eerie circumstances of their deaths on Dead Mountain have fueled decades of speculation. Violent injuries, missing shoes, and strange radiation on their clothes leave more questions than answers.
Through the hikers’ journals, rare government records, and personal interviews, Dead Mountain uncovers the mystery behind the Dyatlov Pass Incident. Author Donnie Eichar retraces their doomed trek, revealing unsettling details and long-hidden clues.
As the truth unfolds, readers are left to wonder: what really happened that night on Dead Mountain, and why did these hikers never make it home?
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Diana Helmuth, a lifelong skeptic, decides to explore Witchcraft in search of spiritual fulfillment.
The Witching Year
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Diana Helmuth, a lifelong skeptic, decides to explore Witchcraft in search of spiritual fulfillment. Her year-long journey is filled with rituals, missteps, and surprising discoveries as she navigates a world without clear rules. Through humor and heartfelt reflection, Diana questions whether Witchcraft can offer the peace she craves—or if it’s all an illusion.
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Diana Helmuth, a 33-year-old skeptic, has had enough of feeling disconnected from spirituality. Tired of both organized and disorganized religion, she sets out on a bold experiment—one year of practicing Witchcraft, the fastest-growing, self-directed faith in America.
But Diana quickly realizes Witchcraft comes with its own set of challenges. With no clear rules, she’s left to navigate rituals, incantations, and a lot of confusion. From attending a clothing-optional Witch camp to summoning spirits with everyday objects, her journey is anything but conventional.
As Diana searches for spiritual fulfillment, she’s forced to ask: can modern Witchcraft provide the peace and connection she seeks—or is it all just magical thinking?
A witty, heartfelt memoir about defining your own path in a world of endless possibilities.
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