Our review of : Dolly Parton, Songteller

In 1942, nine Jewish women banded together in an attic in Nazi Germany to resist the evils of the Holocaust. This is their story—of courage, defiance, and strength in the face of unimaginable terror. The Nine tells the remarkable tale of these brave women who risked everything to save themselves and each other during one [...]

Empire of the Summer Moon tells the extraordinary story of Quanah Parker, the last great Comanche chief, and his people during and after the Texas War for Independence. S.C. Gwynne vividly brings to life remarkable events that have long been obscured by mythmaking and stereotypes about America’s olden days on the frontier. For who is [...]

In this riveting biography, Ashlee Vance tells the tale of Elon Musk, one of the greatest businessmen in history. From his humble beginnings as a young computer hacker to his current status as CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, we follow Musk’s meteoric ascent to success while also exploring his many failures along the way. With [...]

Marie Yovanovitch’s Lessons from the Edge is a riveting memoir about her extraordinary 33-year career as a diplomat. From serving in war zones to negotiating with world leaders, she has been tested time and again. This unflinchingly honest account shows what it takes to thrive under high pressure and volatility – and how we can [...]

In Vanderbilt, Anderson Cooper tells the story of one of America’s most famous dynasties. From its origins as a transportation empire to its current status as a powerful player in finance and media, Vanderbilt offers an intimate look at the richly textured lives of this remarkable family. Through anecdotes and interviews with relatives on all [...]

A Promised Land tells the story of Barack Obama’s journey from young man searching for his identity to leader of the free world. It is a stirring account of history in the making, written by one who has made history himself. For who is this book for ? This book is for anyone who wants [...]

In this riveting and highly personal memoir, Dave Grohl tells the story of his lifelong love affair with music. From starting out as guitarist in his own punk band to becoming one of the most successful rock drummers in history leading Foo Fighters and Nirvana, Grohl opens up about his remarkable journey and what it’s [...]

Happy People Are Annoying is a light-hearted, humorous look at the author’s journey from unhappy to happy. Through stories and observations, Josh Peck shares what he’s learned about happiness – namely that it’s often best found by embracing annoyances and making fun of yourself. This book will make you laugh out loud while also providing [...]

In this captivating and touching memoir, Stanley Tucci takes readers on a culinary journey that spans continents, cultures, and generations. From his grandmother’s kitchen in Calabria to the fires of Le Cordon Bleu in Paris to the set of The Hunger Games films—where he perfected such dishes as President Snow’s lobster bisque—Tucci shares intimate stories [...]

Best-selling author Michael Pollan offers a highly personal look at the history and potential of psychedelics, based on his own deep exploration of these substances. How to Change Your Mind introduces readers to the mind-expanding landscape of psychedelic drugs and their potential therapeutic uses. Pollan vividly describes how LSD and psilocybin can occasion powerful spiritual [...]

“Shoe Dog” is the memoir of Phil Knight, the creator of Nike. It tells the story of how Knight started from humble beginnings and built one of the most successful businesses in history. Along the way, he faced plenty of challenges and obstacles, but ultimately prevailed due to his resilience and determination. This book provides [...]

Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Patrick Radden Keefe offers a scathing, compelling account of the Sackler dynasty and their creation of one of America’s most notorious families. The book Empire of Pain takes an in-depth look at how this powerful family rose to wealth and power through the manufacture and marketing of addictive painkillers—a business that has [...]