New Nonfiction

November 2024

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Biography

Carson the Magnificent by Bill Zehme with Mike Thomas

A much-anticipated biography—20 years in the making—of the entertainer who redefined late-night television and reshaped American culture.

Cher: The Memoir, Part One by Cher

The notable pop star and diva offers the first part of her extensive biography about her fascinating life.

Citizen: My Life After the White House by Bill Clinton

The former president chronicles his post-presidential journey with personal insights, details his humanitarian work, reflects on major twenty-first-century events and highlights his enduring commitment to public service, family and democracy.

Damn Glad to Meet You: My Seven Decades in the Hollywood Trenches by Tim Matheson

This memoir takes fans behind the scenes of the actor’s seven-decade Hollywood career, sharing stories from his roles in iconic shows and films, experiences with industry legends, his transition to directing and his Emmy-nominated performances.

Didion and Babitz by Lili Anolik

Joan Didion is revealed in a provocative new work on the mutual attractions—and mutual antagonisms—of Didion and her fellow literary titan, Eve Babitz.

Freedom: Memories 1954 – 2021 by Angela Merkel

A former leader of Germany offers a long-awaited memoir.

From Under the Truck by Josh Brolin

This memoir from the Academy Award-nominated actor vividly portrays a life filled with curiosity, pain and humor, recounting his unconventional childhood and personal struggles, with profound reflections on relationships, addiction, love and loss.

Growing Up Urkel by Jaleel White

A memoir by a noted icon of 90s television, the actor who portrayed Steve Urkel on the hit sitcom Family Matters.

Heartbreak Is the National Anthem: How Taylor Swift Reinvented Pop Music by Rob Sheffield

A Rolling Stone columnist provides an intimate look at Taylor Swift's evolution into a global pop phenomenon, detailing her musical impact, storytelling prowess and cultural significance and unique connection with fans and the broader music industry.

Her Lotus Year: China, the Roaring Twenties, and the Making of Wallis Simpson by Paul French

A New York Times bestselling author examines a controversial and revealing period in the early life of the legendary Wallis, Duchess of Windsor—her one year in China.

High and Rising: A Book About De La Soul by Marcus J. Moore

This cultural biography details the influential of De La Soul, whose groundbreaking debut album revolutionized hip-hop, exploring their rise, industry challenges, and legacy intertwined with a personal narrative of the author's own life shaped by their music.

Ingenious: A Biography of Benjamin Franklin, Scientist by Richard Munson

Let's Make Things Better: A Holocaust Survivor’s Message of Hope and Celebration of Life by Gidon Lev and Julie Gray

A Holocaust survivor who survived the Theresienstadt concentration camp as a child shares his journey of resilience, standing up to hate and finding hope to inspire others to make the world a better place.

Lincoln Vs. Davis: The War of the Presidents by Nigel Hamilton

From a New York Times bestselling presidential biographer comes an untold story of the Civil War: how the American president and the leader of the Confederacy faced off as the fate of the United States hung in the balance—and how Abraham Lincoln came to embrace emancipation as the last, best chance to save the Union.

Master of Me: A Memoir by Keke Palmer

From an award-winning, multi-hyphenate global entertainer comes the true story of her journey to understanding her genuine value.

The Name of This Band Is R.E.M. by Peter Ames Carlin

An electrifying cultural biography of the greatest and last American rock band of the millennium, whose music ignited a generation—and reasserted the power of rock and roll.

Woodrow Wilson: The Light Withdrawn by Christopher Cox

A critical reevaluation of the 28th president that examines his role as a principal adversary in the struggles for civil rights and women's suffrage, and finds him superbly unsuited for the historical moment at which he took office.

Business & Economics

Taxes 101: From Understanding Forms and Filing to Using Tax Laws and Policies to Minimize Costs and Maximize Wealth, an Essential Primer on the US Tax System by Michele Cagan

Learn the ins and outs of paying taxes with this engaging, informative, and easy-to-navigate guide to the US tax system.

General Nonfiction

Cabinet of Curiosities: A Historical Tour of the Unbelievable, the Unsettling, and the Bizarre by Aaron Mahnke with Harry Marks

Brings the popular podcast to print, sharing stories about the invention of the croissant in a country that was not France; a dog that stowed away and went to war, only to help capture a German spy; and much more.

How to Let Things Go: 99 Tips from a Zen Buddhist Monk to Relinquish Control and Free Yourself Up for What Matters by Shunmyo Masuno

An internationally bestselling Buddhist monk offers practical tips and techniques to abandon the futile pursuit of control, teaching readers to embrace calm, focus and well-being amid the relentless demands of modern life and the constant scrolling of social media.

How to Think Like Socrates: Ancient Philosophy As a Way of Life in the Modern World by Donald J. Robertson

Explains how readers can apply the teachings of Socrates, one of the greatest ancient philosophers, to modern life.

We Will Rest!: The Art of Escape by Tricia Hersey

Examines the concept of rest as a radical and spiritual act of resistance against the pressures of capitalism and white supremacy, advocating for the intentional creation of rest as a means of healing, liberation, and community care, while drawing inspiration from historical abolitionist movements and spiritual traditions.

History

Ghosts of Panama: A Strongman Out of Control, a Murdered Marine, and the Special Agents Caught in the Middle of an Invasion by Mark Harmon and Leon Carroll

On December 16, 1989, when a young U.S. Marine is gunned down at a checkpoint in Panama City, Naval Investigative Service (NIS) Special Agent Rick Yell and his cadre of trusted agents deploy immediately to investigate the killing, and what they determine will decide the fate of two nations.

The Icon and the Idealist: Margaret Sanger, Mary Ware Dennett, and the Rivalry That Brought Birth Control to America by Stephanie Gorton

Examines the intense rivalry between Margaret Sanger and Mary Ware Dennett in the early 20th century, revealing how their conflicting visions for reproductive rights and birth control access significantly influenced American women's lives and shaped the broader movement for reproductive freedom.

I'm Laughing Because I'm Crying by Youngmi Mayer

A standup comedian interrogates whiteness, gender and sexuality in America, navigating a tumultuous childhood in Korea and Saipan and coming to terms with her parents’ shortcomings.

Resist: How a Century of Young Black Activists Shaped America by Rita Omokha

The story of young Black activists at the helm of fighting injustice over the last century, from the 1920s to the Trayvon generation, and how they transformed America and left an indelible mark on history.

The White Ladder: Triumph and Tragedy at the Dawn of Mountaineering by Daniel Light

A sweeping history of mountaineering before Everest, and the epic human quest to reach the highest places on Earth.

Literary Collections & Poetry

Water, Water: Poems by Billy Collins

The former Poet Laureate shares a collection of sixty poems that explore the ordinary and extraordinary aspects of daily life, blending clarity with a touch of mystery, and capturing both familiar and unusual moments with his signature lyrical style.

Blues in Stereo: The Early Works of Langston Hughes by Langston Hughes

From Harlem Renaissance poet Langston Hughes, a stunning collection of early works written from 1921-1927 and curated by award winning poet and National Book Award finalist, Danez Smith.

Nature

The Lost World of the Dinosaurs: Uncovering the Secrets of the Prehistoric Age by Armin Schmitt

A wide-ranging exploration of dinosaurs, detailing their origins, 200-million-year dominance, and eventual extinction, through firsthand research, global excavations, and cutting-edge discoveries, complemented by vivid illustrations and addressing key questions about their survival and the parallels with today's climate issues.

Power Metal: The Race for the Resources That Will Shape the Future by Vince Beiser

Examines the global competition to secure rare metals essential for technology and renewable energy, highlighting diverse efforts — from ocean mining to e-waste salvage and battery recycling — and explores the impact of this race on industries, wealth, and environmental sustainability.

The Miraculous from the Material: Understanding the Wonders of Nature by Alan Lightman

An illustrated exploration of the science behind the universe’s most stunning natural phenomena—from atoms and parameciums to rainbows, snowflakes, spider webs, the rings of Saturn, galaxies, and more.

The Serviceberry: Abundance and Reciprocity in the Natural World by Robin Wall Kimmerer

The #1 New York Times bestselling author of Braiding Sweetgrass explains how to orient our lives around gratitude, reciprocity and community, based on the lessons of the natural world.

Vanishing Treasures: A Bestiary of Extraordinary Endangered Creatures by Katherine Rundell

From the #1 New York Times bestselling author Katherine Rundell comes a “rare and magical book” reckoning with the vanishing wonders of our natural world.

What the Chicken Knows: A New Appreciation of the World's Most Familiar Bird by Sy Montgomery

Explores the special relationship between humans and chickens.

Performing Arts

Believe: The Untold Story Behind Ted Lasso, the Show That Kicked Its Way into Our Hearts by Jeremy Egner

The television editor for The New York Times explores the production and creation of the award-winning, fan favorite TV show Ted Lasso highlighting the Apple executives, writers and international casting that catapulted the show into a pop culture phenomenon.

Welcome to Pawnee: Stories of Friendship, Waffles, and Parks and Recreation by Jim O'Heir

The actor and comedian gives a behind-the-scenes look at the popular sitcom, featuring personal anecdotes, never-before-told stories, and unseen color photos, as the author recounts his experiences and the close-knit bond among the cast and crew.

Box Office Poison: Hollywood's Story in a Century of Flops by Tim Robey

A riotous and revealing story of Hollywood’s most spectacular flops and how they ended careers, bankrupted studios and changed film history.

Political Science

The ABCs of Democracy by Hakeem Jeffries

Congressman Hakeem Jeffries' ABCs of Democracy speech on American values is brought to life in an illustrated book for all ages.

A Certain Idea of America: Selected Writings by Peggy Noonan

From Pulitzer-prize winning Wall Street Journal columnist and New York Times bestselling author Peggy Noonan, a masterclass in how to see and love America.

Religion

We Who Wrestle With God: Perceptions of the Divine by Jordan B. Peterson

A study of foundational biblical narratives, exploring their psychological and cultural significance, aiming to provide insights into human nature, societal structures, and arguing for the potential for personal growth and transformation through an understanding of these ancient tales.

Self-Help

Anatomy of Desire: Five Secrets to Create Connection and Cultivate Passion by Emily Jamea

Combining over 15 years of clinical experience with her research into the science of flow, the author delivers her perspective on the untapped potential of our sex lives, intimate partner connections and personal wellbeing.

Surrounded by Liars: How to Stop Half-truths, Deception, and Gaslighting from Ruining Your Life by Thomas Erikson

A bestselling author encourages readers to protect themselves against lies and deception with proven behavioral science. 

Social Science

Genesis: Artificial Intelligence, Hope, and the Human Spirit by Henry A. Kissinger, Eric Schmidt, and Craig Mundie

As Artificial Intelligence (AI) becomes more dynamic and ubiquitous, it is dramatically empowering people in all walks of life while also giving rise to urgent questions about the future of humanity—a historic challenge whose contours and consequences are revealed by three noted thinkers.

The Ultimate Hidden Truth of the World: Essays by David Graeber 

A collection of the bestselling author's most important essays and interviews is drawn from more than two decades.

Sports

The Basketball 100 by The Athletic, David Aldridge, and John Hollinger

Profiles the NBA's 100 greatest players, exploring their unique stories and contributions to the game, while addressing key debates about championship value, statistical significance, and which player deserves the title of ultimate GOAT.

Stugotz's Personal Record Book: The Real Winners and Losers in Sports by Jon “Stugotz” Weiner and Dan Stanczyk  

A popular sports radio personality humorously and provocatively challenges traditional sports narratives by reallocating championships and revising historical achievements to highlight perceived lapses in integrity and sportsmanship, while also giving some of the subjects of his scrutiny space to rebut his hot takes.