New Adult Nonfiction & Biography

Updated October 3, 2025
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1491 : new revelations of the Americas before Columbus
Mann, Charles C.
Paper Book
NATIONAL BESTSELLER * A groundbreaking work of science, history, and archaeology that radically alters our understanding of the Americas before the arrival of Columbus in 1492--from "a remarkably engaging writer" (The New York Times Book Review).   Contrary to what...
Ace : what asexuality reveals about desire, society, and the meaning of sex
Chen, Angela
Paper Book
An engaging exploration of what it means to be asexual in a world that's obsessed with sexual attraction, and what the ace perspective can teach all of us about desire and identity. What exactly is sexual attraction and what is it like to go through life not experiencing it? What...
The body keeps the score : brain, mind, and body in the healing of trauma
Van der Kolk, Bessel A.
Paper Book
#1 New York Times bestseller "Essential reading for anyone interested in understanding and treating traumatic stress and the scope of its impact on society." --Alexander McFarlane, Director of the Centre for Traumatic Stress Studies A pioneering researcher...
BREAKNECK : china's quest to engineer the future
WANG, DAN.
Paper Book
New York Times Bestseller *Shortlisted for the Financial Times and Schroders Business Book of the Year* From an indispensable voice on China comes a riveting, first-hand account of China's seismic progress For close to a decade, Dan Wang...
Carbon : the book of life
Hawken, Paul
Paper Book
Carbon is the only element that animates the entirety of the living world. Though comprising a tiny fraction of Earth's composition, our planet is lifeless without it. Yet it is maligned as the driver of climate change, scorned as an errant element blamed for the possible demise of civilisation....
The Christmas movie cookbook : recipes from your favorite holiday films
Rutland, Julia Dowling
Paper Book
" Bring the merry festivities from the screen right to your own table with The Christmas Movie Cookbook with more than 65 scrumptious recipes inspired by scenes from your favorite Christmas films. Do you ever yearn for roast turkey while watching...
Complete French all-in-one
Heminway, Annie
Paper Book
Seven books from the bestselling Practice Makes Perfect series--all in one volume! The best value for learning French at the level that matches your needs! With more than two million copies sold, the Practice Makes Perfect series has always offered what you need to master the French...
Dark renaissance : the dangerous times and fatal genius of Shakespeare's greatest rival
Greenblatt, Stephen
Paper Book
Poor boy. Spy. Transgressor. Genius. In repressive Elizabethan England, artists are frightened into dull conventionality; foreigners are suspect; popular entertainment largely consists of coarse spectacles, animal fights, and hangings. Into this crude world of government censorship...
The dirt beneath our door : my journey to freedom after escaping a polygamous Mormon cult
Jones, Pamela
Paper Book
"Jones' remarkable story is impossible to put down." --Booklist "Shocking, sad and hopeful." --The Minneapolis Star Tribune "This gripping story of survival, resilience, and hope is one I will not soon forget." --Ruth Wariner, New York...
Essentials of classic Italian cooking
Hazan, Marcella
Paper Book
One of the most beloved cookbooks of all time, from "the Queen of Italian Cooking" (Chicago Tribune). A timeless collection of classic Italian recipes--from Basil Bruschetta to the only tomato sauce you'll ever need (the secret ingredient: butter)--beautifully illustrated and featuring new...
Feeding ghosts : a graphic memoir
Hulls, Tessa
Paper Book
WINNER OF THE PULITZER PRIZE FOR MEMOIR WINNER OF THE NATIONAL BOOKS CRITICS CIRCLE JOHN LEONARD PRIZE WINNER OF THE 2025 ANISFIELD WOLF PRIZE WINNER OF THE LIBBY AWARD FOR BEST GRAPHIC NOVEL KIRKUS NONFICTION PRIZE FINALIST, LONGLISTED FOR...
Flying blind : drug smuggling, a plane crash, and a daughter's quest for the truth
Henderson, Artis
Paper Book
In the vein of Small Fry or Priestdaddy, No Ordinary Bird is a compelling father-daughter story that reads like true crime, haunted by a question the dashing and mysterious Lamar Chester had always taught his daughter to ask: "How do you tell the good guys from the bad?" Artis...
Heartbreaker : a memoir
Campbell, Mike
Paper Book
How to piss off men : 109 things to say to shatter the male ego
Prue, Kyle
Paper Book
AN INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER BE NO MAN'S PEACE. Have you ever been badgered by an annoying pick-up artist at the bar? Ever felt a burning desire to emotionally torture a friend's boyfriend in an act of revenge? Have you ever endured just talking to a man before? If so...
Into the magic shop : a neurosurgeon's quest to discover the mysteries of the brain and the secrets of the heart
Doty, James R.
Paper Book
The award-winning New York Times bestseller about the extraordinary things that can happen when we harness the power of both the brain and the heart "It's Doty's ability to describe his journey so lyrically, and then his willingness to share his methods, that make this book a...
John Williams : a composer's life
Greiving, Tim
Paper Book
The first biography of a great American composer of the cinema ageJohn Williams is one of the most important film composers of all time, having almost singlehandedly revived the Hollywood symphonic scoring tradition and helped restore the livelihood of American orchestras through the popularity of...
Mind Magic: The Neuroscience of Manifestation and How It Changes Everything
Doty, Dr James.
Paper Book
'Brilliant, passionate, and effective, this may be the ultimate guide to making your dreams come true . . . A beautiful gem of a book.' - Rick Hanson, PhD, bestselling author of Buddha's Brain In Mind Magic, neurosurgeon and compassion expert Dr. James Doty...
Mother Mary comes to me
Roy, Arundhati
Paper Book
THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER The incredible first memoir from the Booker-winning radical icon Arundhati Roy, author of The God of Small Things Arundhati Roy's first work of memoir, this is a soaring account, both intimate and inspiring, of how the...
My Name Means Fire: A Memoir
Yaghmaian, Atash
Paper Book
"I was riveted by this searing ode to the resiliency of the human psyche, rich in beauty and devastation."--Melissa Febos, author of Girlhood An unflinching and stunning debut memoir of an Iranian girl's coming-of-age experiencing abuse, war, and superstition--and her survival...
Mythology : timeless tales of gods and heroes
Hamilton, Edith
Paper Book
This deluxe edition of the world's most beloved, bestselling classic on Greek, Roman, and Norse mythology is stunningly illustrated with specially commissioned full-color plates and a beautiful gold-bordered pages.  Since its original publication in 1942, Edith...
Rainbow in the dark : the autobiography
Dio, Ronnie James
Paper Book
Instant National Bestseller The long-awaited autobiography by one of heavy metal's most revered icons, treasured vocalists, and front man for three legendary bands--Rainbow, Black Sabbath, and Dio. Prior to his tragic death in 2010, Ronnie James Dio had been...
Running deep : bravery, survival, and the true story of the deadliest submarine in World War II
Clavin, Tom
Paper Book
The true story of the deadliest submarine in World War II and the courageous captain who survived torture and imprisonment at the hands of the enemy. There was one submarine that outfought all other boats in the Silent Service in World War II: the USS Tang. Captain Richard...
Salt, fat, acid, heat : mastering the elements of good cooking
Nosrat, Samin
Paper Book
A beautifully illustrated and visionary new masterclass in cooking that distils decades of professional experience into just four simple elements - and will set you free from recipes forever
Searches
Vara, Vauhini
Paper Book
One of Esquire's 20 Most Anticipated Books of 2025 One of Foreign Policy's Most Anticipated Books of 2025 One of Lit Hub's Most Anticipated Books of 2025 One of Electric Literature's 48 Books by Women of Colour to Read in 2025 When Vauhini Vara was...
Signs : the secret language of the universe
Jackson, Laura Lynne
Paper Book
A modern guide to connecting with the other side, Signs is full of stories of hope. It teaches us how to recognise and interpret the life-changing messages from loved ones and spirit guides, by a renowned psychic medium. Laura Lynne Jackson is a psychic medium and the...
Thomas More : a Tudor life
Paul, Joanne
Paper Book
Discover a story 400 years in the making - the definitive biography of the man who dominated England in the first half of the sixteenth century 'Engrossing' THE TIMES 'In this excellent study, Thomas More is reborn as a complex, absorbing man'...
Truly
Richie, Lionel.
Paper Book
The long-awaited memoir of legendary Lionel Richie As a storyteller second to none, Lionel Richie is ready to tell it all. In this intimate, deeply candid memoir, Lionel revisits hilarious and harrowing events to inspire all who doubt themselves or feel their dreams don't...
Unbreakable: A Woman's Guide to Aging with Power
Wright, Vonda
Paper Book
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER * Stronger muscles and bones, increased mobility, lifelong independence, and a new mentality for aging with power--this cutting-edge guide to nutrition, training, and lifestyle will optimize a woman's body for longevity, through menopause and beyond.
Vagabond : a memoir
Curry, Tim
Paper Book
This memoir is a celebration of Tim Curry's life's work, and a testament to his profound impact on the entertainment industry as we know it today. There are few stars in Hollywood today that can boast the kind of resume Tony award-nominated actor Tim Curry has built...

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