General Nonfiction
These “very funny-deep dives into the lives of the most dastardly queer people in history” offer a passionate argument for rethinking gay politics beyond identity (Vogue). What can we learn from the homosexual villains, failures, and baddies of our past?…
General Nonfiction
#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • In Atlas of the Heart, Brené Brown writes, “If we want to find the way back to ourselves and one another, we need language and the grounded confidence to both tell our stories and…
General Nonfiction
“After reading Mitchell’s guide, you’ll know what you don’t know and what other people don’t know, even though they claim to know it. And that’s invaluable.” —The New York Times A leading computer scientist brings human sense to the AI…
General Nonfiction
The real traveling carnival is in the pathos behind the scenes. American Oz is a rollicking, gritty, adventurous story of life in the secretive subculture of traveling carnivals. You’ll never see your state fair or neighborhood festival the same way…
General Nonfiction
A New York Times bestseller and enduring classic, All About Love is the acclaimed first volume in feminist icon bell hooks' "Love Song to the Nation" trilogy. All About Love reveals what causes a polarized society, and how to heal…
General Nonfiction
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • In a stirring and succinct examination of post-Roe America, “one of the most successful and visible feminists of her generation” (Washington Post) takes on what’s become the country’s most resonant political issue. In her most…
General Nonfiction
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • The classic chronicle of a “terribly misguided and terribly funny” (The Washington Post) hike of the Appalachian Trail, from the author of A Short History of Nearly Everything and The Body “The best way of…
Advice and How-To
What remains when almost everything has been taken away? In Man’s Search for Meaning, psychiatrist Viktor Frankl recounts his experiences in Nazi concentration camps and reflects on how people endure suffering, loss, and uncertainty. Drawing from both his own experiences and his later work as a psychiatrist, Frankl introduces logotherapy—the idea that the search for personal meaning can become a central force in life. Rather than promising freedom from suffering, the book explores how finding purpose can shape the way we face hardship and move forward.
General Nonfiction
What can you learn about someone before they say a word? Read People Like a Book explores the psychology behind body language, facial expressions, habits, and everyday behavior to help readers better understand what drives people. Patrick King goes beyond simple “mind reading” techniques, emphasizing the role of context, personal experiences, and human nature in interpreting behavior. From recognizing subtle emotional signals and understanding motivation to improving emotional intelligence and building stronger connections, the book offers practical insights for becoming more observant of both others and yourself.
Advice and How-To
Small changes can create remarkable results. Atomic Habits offers a practical framework for building better habits, breaking bad ones, and turning tiny daily behaviors into lasting progress. Drawing on ideas from biology, psychology, and neuroscience, James Clear explains why lasting change depends less on motivation and more on the systems around you. From designing your environment to getting back on track after setbacks, this guide shows how small, consistent actions can reshape the way you approach goals, progress, and success.
