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US politics
fromSFGATE
1 day ago

Cheryl Hines Confirms She Has Moved into Husband RFK Jr.'s DC Townhouse-5 Key Takeaways

Cheryl Hines has moved to Washington, D.C., to live with her husband amid rumors about their marriage.
fromArchitectural Digest
6 months ago

Cher at Home: The Goddess of Pop's Domestic Life in 22 Photos

Cher's early life was marked by poverty and abuse, but those hardships didn't prevent her from finding stardom in the 1960s.
Music
fromPinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news
1 day ago

Disney star on why they won't discuss being non-binary in new memoir

"I realised that there would be people who had never met a single openly queer person in their life, reading this alongside people who would probably already feel quite shocked by all of the other revelations and my journey with gender identity."
LGBT
#nicola-sturgeon
#politics
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

How Not to Be a Political Wife by Sarah Vine review a bitter memoir of power and betrayal

Vine's memoir exposes the harsh realities of political life, showcasing its impact on personal relationships and mental health.
fromKqed
3 days ago

The Gangster's Scholar: Richmond's Shanice Robinson on Loving a Man Serving Life | KQED

Resilience to me is not about the absence of struggle; it's having the audacity to dream beyond it.
Education
New York City
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 days ago

Gillian Anderson appears to be mystery lover in famed restaurateur's book

Keith McNally had a secret romance with a Hollywood actress, referred to as X, now speculated to be Gillian Anderson from The X-Files.
fromVulture
1 week ago

Dead Outlaws, From Hollywood Queen to Country Lawyer

Ava Gardner, facing financial struggles, reluctantly agrees to write a memoir, highlighting her complex relationship with fame.
#anthony-kavanagh
fromIrish Independent
1 week ago

'I made 247,000 in tennis... so not a lot': Conor Niland on the true cost of competitive sport

Conor Niland transitioned from professional tennis to commercial property and writing after a modest earnings career in competitive sports.
Television
fromIrish Independent
1 week ago

Conor Niland: 'In tennis, you can be talking 100,000+ in yearly expenses'

Conor Niland transitioned from professional tennis to a career in commercial property and authored an award-winning memoir.
fromTasting Table
1 week ago

Ina Garten Almost Quit Television After This Disaster At Her Home - Tasting Table

Garten never wanted to be a TV star, telling Food Network no more than once, but a mishap with her septic system made her reconsider participating in television cooking.
Food & drink
fromInsideHook
1 week ago

Before Becoming a Legendary DJ, His Life Was Shaped by Streetball

Bobbito García is a multifaceted individual who has significantly influenced basketball culture, sneaker trends, and music.
fromThe Atlantic
2 weeks ago

The Powerful Consistency of Mail Delivery

In Grant's telling, postal workers bring order and predictability to a country that can feel like it's unraveling, especially during crises that starkly illustrate how reliant we are on the federal bureaucracy.
Digital life
#lgbtq
fromVulture
3 weeks ago

Let's Check In on Scheana Shay for Once

"With public personas, it's essential to have control over your narrative, and sharing my story in my memoir feels empowering, despite the mixed emotions about the affair."
Television
Television
fromBustle
3 weeks ago

Scheana Shay Reveals How A Staged 'Pump Rules' Scene Almost Went Wrong

One scene in Vanderpump Rules was staged involving Scheana Shay, Lala Kent, and Brock Davies during the Season 9 finale.
fromSlate Magazine
3 weeks ago

I Wrote a Book About Being a Dad. Pro-Israel Protesters Showed Up to Object. I Asked Them Why.

The book, 'Becoming Baba', chronicles the experience of having Muslim parents and raising Muslim children in a frequently hostile environment, reflecting the author’s personal heartbreak over incidents in Gaza.
Social justice
Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Summer of Our Discontent by Thomas Chatterton Williams review muddled take on race, politics and class

Thomas Chatterton Williams critiques both the Trumpian right and its leftwing critics, identifying himself as a freethinker while acknowledging his own liberal beliefs.
#addiction
from48 hills
1 month ago
Mental health

Bay Area journalist heads down bumpy road to recovery in 'Lying Drunk' - 48 hills

from48 hills
1 month ago
Mental health

Bay Area journalist heads down bumpy road to recovery in 'Lying Drunk' - 48 hills

fromIndependent
4 weeks ago

John Downing: Why exiled king Juan Carlos's memoir has Spanish society on edge

Juan Carlos, once viewed as a democratic reformer, faced scandals that led to his abdication in 2014, leading to his exile in Abu Dhabi since 2020.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

Remember When by Fiona Phillips review an unsparing insight into early-onset Alzheimer's

Fiona Phillips details her journey with early-onset Alzheimer's, showcasing its impact on her life and that of her family.
fromIndependent
4 weeks ago

Restaurateur Keith McNally on 'rude' Patti Smith, his two strokes, and Sally Rooney: 'One of the best contemporary writers in the world'

To me, Instagram is nothing but a vast repository of self-deception. A modern-day Barbie's world, where one in a thousand own up to their shortcomings. I joined Instagram to piss these people off.
Digital life
fromAnOther
4 weeks ago

Five Books That Inspired Slutty Cheff's New Memoir, Tart

Slutty Cheff's memoir 'Tart' combines the sensuality of food and sex, chronicling experiences in London's culinary scene.
fromFast Company
1 month ago

20 years ago, this Fast Company editor was given 18 months to live. Here's what his cancer journey has taught him about work and life

Receiving a diagnosis of multiple myeloma, a rare and incurable blood cancer, created a life-altering reality for Jon Gluck, pushing him toward coping through work.
Health
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Travel QA: Trailblazing Yosemite ranger shares her story in new memoir

"I enjoyed digging up my memories, trying to put a word to an emotion. It was a valuable way to continue the efforts of my career, which was to tell the world how important the natural world is."
Women
Writing
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Writing What Haunts Us and Refusing the Tidy Narrative

Erica Stern's memoir "Frontier" creatively explores the complexities of childbirth and trauma through hybrid narrative forms.
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

The Writer Who Embraces Forgetting

Authors of memoirs must focus on remembering and telling the truth despite gaps in memory.
#britney-spears
fromFuncheap
1 month ago
SF music

Len Dell'Amico on Jerry Garcia and the Grateful Dead

Jerry Garcia's artistry and the Grateful Dead's creative energy are revealed through Len Dell'Amico's memoir, examining their lasting cultural impact.
Books
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Through comics, 'Essex County' creator shows us the struggles, triumphs of his career

Jeff Lemire's career as a cartoonist illustrates the importance of failures and collaboration on the path to success.
Books
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago

A Memoir of Working-Class Britain Wrings Playfulness from Pain

The memoir 'Homework' blends model airplanes and school lunches with themes of ambivalence and escape from working-class life.
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

By land and by sea, these new nonfiction books will carry you away

The memoir illustrates the beauty and dangers of rural life through the author's experiences as a shepherd in Vermont.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

A woman's tragic memoir, 'The Salt Path,' became a bestseller. Now, she's been accused of hiding dark parts of her story.

Raynor Winn and her husband, Moth Winn, lost their home after investing in a family friend's failed business, driving them to walk 630 miles along the coast.
Books
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

How being crushed by a 14,000lb snowplough made Jeremy Renner a nicer person: I've never been more vulnerable, open and loving'

I had no right to survive after being crushed by my own snowplough. It was a miracle, and at one moment, I experienced powerful peace.
Film
#raynor-winn
#parvati-shallow
Books
fromConsequence
1 month ago

Ozzy Osbourne Announces Final Memoir Last Rites

Ozzy Osbourne's final memoir, Last Rites, reflects on his life, battles, and legendary performances and will be released on October 7th.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Inside the Salt Path controversy: Scandal has stalked memoir since the genre was invented'

Raynor Winn's memoir, The Salt Path, tells the story of her and her husband Moth losing their home and walking the South West Coast Path. However, recent allegations question the truthfulness of this account, suggesting financial irregularities and doubts about Moth's medical condition.
Books
fromIndependent
1 month ago

The 'Salt Path' controversy: the backlash, the bestselling book and the big problem with selling sick people false hope

The memoir by Raynor Winn, despite being a bestseller, contains significant discrepancies regarding its 'true' story.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

The Salt Path is a box office hit. Will its takings and its Oscar hopes now fall off a cliff?

The film adaptation of The Salt Path faces controversy over allegations regarding the authenticity of the memoir and the lead characters' backgrounds.
fromVulture
1 month ago

Parvati Shallow Is More than a Villain

Shallow describes all-night meditations in which Ma kicked or slapped anyone who fell asleep; a period of time called 'the Rampage' when Ma became more abusive, and a lot more violent.
Books
#cycling
fromCyclingnews
1 month ago
Soccer (FIFA)

'Froomey had some dog in him and that was one moment when it came out' - 'Road Captain' by Luke Rowe book extract

fromCyclingnews
1 month ago
Film

On the road with Philippa York and David Walsh - 'The Escape: The Tour, the Cyclist and Me' book extract

fromCyclingnews
1 month ago
Soccer (FIFA)

'Froomey had some dog in him and that was one moment when it came out' - 'Road Captain' by Luke Rowe book extract

fromCyclingnews
1 month ago
Film

On the road with Philippa York and David Walsh - 'The Escape: The Tour, the Cyclist and Me' book extract

fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

George Takei

George Takei's new memoir, It Rhymes With Takei, reflects on his identity, childhood incarceration, and coming out as a gay man.
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

A 'Failed Child Star' looks back on life in Argentina and Hollywood

Tamara Yajia reflects on her experiences as a preteen child star, expressing that she was completely sexualized during her childhood while modeling after Madonna.
Music
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago

U2's Bono on the Power of Music

Bono reflects on how singing in U2 provided a sense of identity and purpose, stating, 'When I sang in U2, something got a hold of me, and it made sense of me.'
Music
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Palestinian American writer Hala Alyan finds home and motherhood in a new memoir

Hala Alyan's memoir intertwines her family's history of exile with her personal experiences of infertility and surrogacy.
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

The Feminine Pursuit of Swoleness

Casey Johnston's journey illustrates a transformative shift from diet culture to strength training, emphasizing growth and body positivity.
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago

Briefly Noted Book Reviews

In 2008, some precepts of the 'rights of nature' movement were enshrined in Ecuador's constitution, helping to protect the country's waterways—a cause for optimism.
Books
Books
fromVulture
4 months ago

The Best Books of 2025 (So Far)

New nonfiction books explore trauma, identity, and personal narratives with depth and insight.
NYC music
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

'Hamilton' producer Jeffrey Seller traces his journey from 'Theater Kid' to Broadway

Jeffrey Seller's early experiences shaped his career in theater, emphasizing the importance of selecting the right play.
San Francisco
fromFuncheap
1 month ago

Robert B. Reich - Coming Up Short: A Memoir of My America

Robert B. Reich will discuss his memoir, "Coming Up Short: My Memoir of America," in a special one-night-only event.
#mental-health
fromFuturism
1 month ago

Melania Trump's Audiobook Is Narrated by an AI Copy of Herself

I am honored to bring you Melania - The AI Audiobook - narrated entirely using artificial intelligence in my own voice. Let the future of publishing begin.
Women
#cancer
fromFast Company
1 month ago
Cancer

Navigating the unknown: Jon Gluck on his cancer journey and embracing uncertainty

Jon Gluck discusses the emotional journey of his battle with cancer in his memoir.
fromIntelligencer
2 months ago
Cancer

What's It Like to Have Cancer for 20 Years?

Jonathan Gluck's story reveals a rare narrative of living long-term with an incurable cancer, highlighting survival rates and personal coping mechanisms.
Cancer
fromIntelligencer
2 months ago

What's It Like to Have Cancer for 20 Years?

Jonathan Gluck's story reveals a rare narrative of living long-term with an incurable cancer, highlighting survival rates and personal coping mechanisms.
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

The first Black woman U.S. Senator looks back on her political career in new memoir

Carol Moseley Braun details her groundbreaking career and personal journey in her memoir, inspired to share her story by her grandchild's curiosity.
Food & drink
fromGrub Street
1 month ago

Molly Jong-Fast Always Gets A Waffle Cone

Molly Jong-Fast shares her life balancing parenting, writing, and politics, showcasing her unique eating habits and health routines during a busy book tour.
Roam Research
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

How smuggling for the Colombian cartels actually worked, according to a former drug pilot

William Roger Reaves, an infamous drug smuggler, claims to have transported massive quantities for the Medellin Cartel over his extensive career.
fromThe Nation
1 month ago

Living With Fracture: A Conversation With Sarah Aziza

Aziza's memoir intertwines personal struggle with Palestinian history, challenging readers to embrace unresolved identities and trauma as a means of resistance.
SF LGBT
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

It Used to Be Witches by Ryan Gilbey review an idiosyncratic guide to queer cinema

Ryan Gilbey's book explores the intricate connection between cinema and sexuality through a blend of personal memoir and critical analysis.
fromHarvard Gazette
1 month ago

Need a good summer read? - Harvard Gazette

Great books enrich both vacations and staycations, as recommended by Harvard Library staff.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Republican Lisa Murkowski on Trump's America and the intensity on the security of our democracy'

Murkowski's memoir highlights her moderate politics and notable resistance against Trump's influence in the Republican Party.
fromDefector
1 month ago

Nobody Wants To Talk About John Fetterman And Buzz Bissinger's Pricey Memoir Project | Defector

Senator John Fetterman's memoir "Unfettered" is still in progress, exploring his political journey and mental health struggles amidst his political decline.
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

How Alison Bechdel Wrote a Memoir That Wasn't a Memoir

Bechdel explores the struggles of writing in a capitalist world through an auto-fiction narrative featuring a character based on herself, facing financial complexities.
US politics
fromThe Nation
1 month ago

Alison Bechdel's Next Step

Bechdel's gamble with Fun Home paid off, transforming her career and establishing a new standard for graphic novels by intertwining complex themes with memoir.
Writing
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

How to Lose Your Mother by Molly Jong-Fast review Erica Jong's daughter on the worst year of her life

Molly Jong-Fast's memoir, How to Lose Your Mother, chronicles her challenges during a year marked by severe personal loss and her mother's descent into dementia.
Parenting
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

A Provocative Argument About What Creates Serial Killers

Caroline Fraser reflects on her traumatic upbringing amidst a wave of violence and serial killings in the Pacific Northwest during the 1970s and '80s.
Women in technology
fromFortune
1 month ago

Elyce Arons reflects on cofounding Kate Spade and her best friend's legacy

Elyce Arons emphasizes the importance of friendship and creativity in building iconic fashion brands.
fromBustle
1 month ago

To Dylan Mulvaney, Miss Piggy Is "The Realest Bitch"

Dylan Mulvaney embraces her identity through powerful female icons and her experiences, particularly with Miss Piggy, who inspires her expression and confidence.
fromKqed
1 month ago

'Wildfire Days' Is a Searing Memoir Driven By Courage - and Masochism

"As it turned out, I liked to suffer, and the depth of one's suffering directly correlated to the degree of one's euphoria at the top."
Writing
Relationships
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago

James Frey's New Cancelled-Guy Sex Novel Is as Bad as It Sounds

James Frey attempts to rebrand himself through his new novel 'Next to Heaven' while confronting past controversies surrounding his fabricated memoir.
Women in technology
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

When I stopped racing I thought, who am I?': Pippa York on leaving her old life behind

Pippa York's journey from Robert Millar to her true self illustrates the complexities of gender identity and personal transformation.
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

How to Psychologically Prepare to Write a Book

The reality is that many aspiring authors overestimate their chances of financial success from book sales, often minimizing the hard work and dedication required to publish.
Writing
Books
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago

The Benefits of Refusing

Melissa Febos' memoir illustrates how saying no opens up new possibilities and perceptions, emphasizing the importance of conscious choices in life.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

I could hear the Camerons sniggering at us' Sarah Vine's How Not to Be a Political Wife, digested by John Crace

The author reflects on her life experiences, particularly in relation to her former husband, Michael Gove, and the political landscape.
London music
fromVulture
2 months ago

The Voices in Brian Wilson's Head

Brian Wilson's memoir emphasizes the importance of self-identity and resilience through struggles with fame, drugs, and mental health.
fromFuncheap
2 months ago

Bridget Crocker with Michael Shapiro - The River's Daughter

The event celebrates Bridget Crocker's memoir focused on courage and life in the outdoors.
Writing
fromPoynter
2 months ago

Q&A: Sara Kehaulani Goo's family land was nearly lost. She wrote a book about the fight to save it. - Poynter

Sara Goo's memoir 'Kuleana' explores the fight to preserve her family's ancestral land in Maui amidst rising property taxes.
fromFast Company
2 months ago

How England's southwest coast has been a healing refuge for centuries

Moth and Raynor’s decision to embark on a 630-mile coastal walk symbolizes hope and resilience in the face of terminal illness and housing loss.
Wellness
NYC startup
fromWIRED
2 months ago

Barry Diller Invented Prestige TV. Then He Conquered the Internet

Barry Diller successfully transitioned from Hollywood to building a significant internet empire, although he feels he neglected this part of his story in his memoir.
#miriam-ocallaghan
Parenting
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

She lived without fear': daughter of Chechen activist publishes book she vowed to pen after mother's murder

Lana Estemirova honors her mother's legacy through a memoir and documentary, reflecting on Chechnya's history of violence against human rights advocates.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Ex-Biden Official Goes on Record: Karine Jean-Pierre Kinda Dumb' and Gave Random Incoherent Answers on Policy'

Tim Wu criticized ex-press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre, calling her 'kinda dumb' and claiming she lacked interest in complex policy issues.
Humor
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Poet Edward Hirsch discusses his new memoir 'My Childhood in Pieces'

Edward Hirsch's memoir "My Childhood In Pieces" blends humor with poignant recollections of family, love, and loss.
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