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Dave Grohl standing in front of ad for memoir The Storyteller

‘The Storyteller’ Reveals Dave Grohl To Be a More Humble Rock Star

Jake Sanders, Rhodes College

Although he's played a huge role in rock 'n' roll history for the past few decades, the rocker's memoir shows that he's just an ordinary guy.…

January 29, 2022

Notes on Grief by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie

Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie’s ‘Notes on Grief’ Grasps Beyond Language

Anna Hupp, University of Wyoming

The author's slender book captures a daughter’s hopeless loss after the death of her father, as Adichie searches for both language and meaning but finds both ultimately inadequate.…

September 26, 2021

Two Copies of Sunshine Girl by Julianna Margulies

Julianna Margulies’ ‘Sunshine Girl’ Is Full of Strength and Gratitude

Anna Hupp, University of Wyoming

The 'ER' and 'The Good Wife' actress navigates the unstable waters of her childhood from the vantage of her craft, assessing both its beauty and instability — and turning both to her advantage with the…

June 21, 2021

Minor Feelings author Cathy Park Hong

Cathy Park Hong’s ‘Minor Feelings’ Is an Asian American Reckoning

Isabelle Juan, Truman State University

Using the lens of the Korean American experience, this essay collection presents a fiery look at the subtle ways that white supremacy manifests itself.…

May 29, 2021

a copy of The Fact of a Body: A Murder and Memoir

Why ‘The Fact of a Body: A Murder and a Memoir’ Breaks Literary Boundaries

Kiera Baity, Kennesaw State University

Does Alex Marzano-Lesnevich’s approach to creating fictitious scenarios in a work about a real court case still make their story nonfiction?…

April 19, 2021

Illustration by Alicia Paauwe for an article on Anthony Bourdain

Anthony Bourdain’s ‘Kitchen Confidential’ Isn’t Just for Culinary Vets

Drew Goretzka, Michigan State University

The friendly nature and casual language of the late chef's 2000 memoir allows it to be a book that can be loved and enjoyed by all.…

April 6, 2021

An image of Cicely Tyson in "How To Get Away With Murder" in an article about her legacy as a Black actress. (Image via Google Images)

Cicely Tyson Is the Legend Who Leveraged History

Kiera Baity, Kennesaw State University

To honor her epic cinematic journey, let’s acknowledge the life and legacy of a truly influential figure.…

February 14, 2021

In an article about writing your memoir, an open blank notebook

Why You Should Write Your Memoir Now

Emily Jewett, University of San Diego

They aren’t only for those who have lived their whole lives. Start yours now.…

February 5, 2021

The Meaning of Mariah Carey

‘The Meaning of Mariah Carey’ Redefines the Superstar

Nnekakwo Adibe, Lesley University

The R&B icon's memoir is a story chronicled by a woman who has known brokenness and imprisonment, but has found her light at the end of the tunnel.…

October 21, 2020

Illustration of a house behind bushes and a tree, by Sezi Kaya in article about memoir "In the Dream House"

‘In the Dream House’ Is an Important Memoir About LGBTQ+ Abuse

Renee Cantor, University of Pittsburgh

In her memoir, Carmen Maria Machado documents her experiences in an abusive queer relationship, telling a story that often goes untold.…

July 29, 2020

macnicol

‘No One Tells You This’ Is a Much-Needed Counterbalance for the Summer of Rom-Coms

Karena Landler, Georgetown University

Glynnis MacNicol’s memoir is a reminder that you don't need a significant other to be happy.…

September 5, 2018

5 Adventure Memoirs to Fuel Your Own Summer Escapades

Raina Sciocchetti, Unity College

Gas up your wanderlust with these FOMO-inspiring reads.…

June 27, 2018

graphic memoirs

5 Graphic Memoirs You Should Read

Audrey Bowers, Butler University

Get more out of your reading by trying graphic memoirs.…

April 23, 2018