Our review of : In Pieces

In “The 50th Law,” rapper and actor 50 Cent (aka Curtis Jackson) joins forces with Robert Greene, bestselling author of The 48 Laws of Power, to write a street-smart guide to living life on your own terms. Drawing on the wisdom they’ve acquired from their own personal experiences – as well as stories from historical [...]

In “At Home,” Bill Bryson tells the fascinating story of private life over the millennia. Drawing on groundbreaking new research and a scintillating wit, Bryson takes us from ancient Rome to eighteenth-century England to modern-day America, illuminating our homes along the way. From intelligence-gathering Roman baths and Chinese water gardens to firefighting in seventeenth century [...]

Elvira, Mistress of the Dark, has lived a life filled with mystery and adventure. In her memoirs, she tells all – from how she became a horror icon to anecdotes about her encounters with some of the world’s most famous celebrities. This is an intimate look at one of pop culture’s most intriguing women. For [...]

In “Eruption: Conversations with Eddie Van Halen”, Tolinski gets up close and personal with the legendary guitarist, delving deep into his creative process, discussing in detail his groundbreaking guitar playing techniques, and sharing never-before-told stories about his life and music. Packed with exclusive photographs and featuring a foreword by David Lee Roth, this book is [...]

Storyworthy is a guide to using the power of storytelling to engage, teach, persuade and change your life. Author Matthew Dicks uses examples from his own experiences as well as stories gathered from around the world to show how anyone can become a better storyteller – and get more out of life in the process. [...]

Bossypants is a tell-all book by Tina Fey, the actress and writer who created and starred in the popular TV show 30 Rock. The book hilariously chronicles her life from childhood through to her time on 30 Rock, featuring stories about her family, friends, and colleagues. Bossypants is frank but also extremely funny – it’s [...]

Bruce Springsteen’s Born to Run is a riveting look at the origins of one of America’s most legendary rock ‘n’ roll bands. Chronicling their early days as Bruce and the E Street Band, this book provides an intimate view into the creative process behind some of music’s most iconic songs. With stories and insights from [...]

The Ride of a Lifetime is the story of Robert Iger, who for 15 years was CEO of the Walt Disney Company. It’s a tale full of insights and lessons learned, offering readers an inside look at one of the most iconic businesses in the world. Along with discussing his own experiences, Iger also provides [...]

Mark Lanegan’s arresting memoir tells the story of his remarkable life in music. Beginning with his childhood on an Washington state farm, moving to Seattle and then Los Angeles, Lanegan describes how he formed Screaming Trees with fellow high school students and kick-started the grunge movement. After stints with Queens of the Stone Age and [...]

If you’re a fan of classic sitcoms, then Love, Lucy is a must-read. Lucille Ball’s hilarious story of her life as a wife and actress will have you laughing out loud. From trying to figure out how to make ends meet on Desilu Studios’ salary budget to starring in one of the most popular shows [...]

If you only know Rob Lowe as the towheaded heartthrob from St. Elmo’s Fire, then you’re in for a surprise. In Stories I Only Tell My Friends, the actor pulls back the curtain on his life and career—from his early years sowing Wild oats in Hollywood to being a husband and father of two living [...]

Trevor Noah’s “Born a Crime” is an engrossing, well-written look at the comedian’s upbringing in apartheid South Africa. The stories are often funny, but they also offer insights into the unique challenges faced by mixed race children during that time and place. While some of the material may be familiar to fans of Noah’s standup [...]