New Adult Nonfiction & Biography

Updated May 20, 2026
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Creepy crafts : 60 macabre projects for peculiar adults
Voortman, Ashley
Paper Book
Welcome to the Spooky Side of DIY Lean into your peculiar side with this ultimate guide to crafting strange art at home. Ashley Voortman, popular maker of all things creepy-crawly, shares her favorite projects that add haunting, grotesque and...
Hello, Home Cooking: Do-Able Dishes for Every Day: A Cookbook
El-Waylly, Ham
Paper Book
NATIONAL BESTSELLER * Comfort food for everyone. In Hello, Home Cooking, Chef Ham El-Waylly taps into everyone's nostalgia--his versions of beloved dishes carry a can't-quite-put-my-finger-on-it heart-warming quality. These recipes work for cooks of all levels, using core...
Hotwired: How the Hidden Power of Heat Makes Us Stronger
Gifford, Bill
Paper Book
From the #1 New York Times bestselling coauthor of Outlive comes a radical exploration of the science of heat adaptation and sweat therapy to tap into the evolutionary superpowers that we've forgotten we possess. What if the key to thriving in a hotter world isn't...
Life on the Bridge: Linking My World to Yours as an Autistic Therapist
Partlow, Kaelynn
Paper Book
The forthcoming hardcover and digital audio editions will feature new material, and a new introduction from Cian O'Clery, director of Netflix's hit series Love on the Spectrum! From Autistic Advocate, Love on the Spectrum cast member, and therapist Kaelynn...
The tragedy of Macbeth
Shakespeare, William 1564-1616
Paper Book
The authoritative edition of Macbeth from The Folger Shakespeare Library, the trusted and widely used Shakespeare series for students and general readers. In 1603, James VI of Scotland ascended the English throne, becoming James I of England. London was alive with an...
Monsters in the Archives: My Year of Fear with Stephen King
Bicks, Caroline
Paper Book
NATIONAL BESTSELLER * A fascinating, first-of-its-kind exploration of Stephen King and his most iconic early books, based on groundbreaking research and interviews with King--all conducted by the first scholar to be given extended access to his private archives "A treat for fans of...
Nero and Paul: How the Gospel of Grace Defeated the Ruler of Rome
Gifford, Kathie Lee
Paper Book
Does gaining power, possessions, and popularity lead to happiness and fulfillment? Or does inner transformation and self-sacrificial love bring the most joy and satisfaction? New York Times bestselling author Kathie Lee Gifford and scholar Bryan Litfin dive into these questions by bringing the...
One Plate at a Time: Recipes for Finding Freedom with Food
Lovato, Demi
Paper Book
Demi Lovato's cooking journey started when she was almost thirty. After years of navigating a challenging relationship with food, she found that learning to cook--discovering how to truly nourish herself in mind, body, and spirit--was a revelation. It was in the kitchen, experimenting with flavors,...
Phases: A Memoir (Original)
Brandy
Paper Book
* INSTANT #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER! * The iconic, multiplatinum, Grammy Award®-winning performer Brandy brings us a raw, intimate portrait of her life, charting her journey from Mississippi churches to Hollywood spotlights ...
The quilting book : a step-by-step guide to patchwork and quilting
West, Christina
Paper Book
The ultimate guide to quilting, from the first cut to the final stitch. The Quilting Book contains everything you need to know to create your own stunning quilt designs. This essential guide includes more than 200 step-by-step techniques, from measuring and cutting to...
The Rolling Stones: The Biography
Spitz, Bob
Paper Book
An Instant New York Times Bestseller "A magisterial work that charts the 60-year journey of 'the greatest rock and roll band in the world.' . . . Hundreds of books have been written about the Rolling Stones, but few sparkle quite like Spitz's. For anyone who loves or even...
The Science of Fermentation
DK
"This deserves a slot on the kitchen shelf of every passionate cook" DAVID ZILBER "A vital resource for the ferment-curious" JAMES READ "This book will inspire a whole new generation of fermenters" KENJI MORIMOTO "A rich resource that enlightens and inspires" MARK DIACONO...
The Stimulated Mind: Future-Proof Your Brain from Dementia and Stay Sharp at Any Age
Wood, Tommy
Paper Book
Boost mental sharpness today and prevent cognitive decline tomorrow, including Alzheimer's disease, with science-backed strategies that will extend your brain's longevity beyond what you thought was possible. "Dr. Tommy Wood has spent years at the intersection of neuroscience and...
The Story of Birds: A New History from Their Dinosaur Origins to the Present
Brusatte, Steve
Paper Book
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER ​​​ From the renowned paleontologist and bestselling author of The Rise and Fall of the Dinosaurs, a sweeping evolutionary history of birds, from their dinosaur origins to the 10,000+ extraordinary species...
Strangers: A Memoir of Marriage
Burden, Belle
Paper Book
INSTANT #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER * "Burden's searing, probing memoir explores . . . what she learned about intimacy and her own spirit."--People​​ "A beautifully written instant classic. Strangers is gripping and heartbreaking and a must...
Troubleshooting PCs for Dummies
Gookin, Dan
Paper Book
Safeguard your sanity with this step-by-step walkthrough for troubleshooting your Windows PC What do you do when "turning it off and on again" doesn't solve your problem? Google something? Throw your keyboard? Pray? In Troubleshooting PCs For Dummies, bestselling...
I want my MTV : the uncensored story of the music video revolution
Tannenbaum, Rob.
Paper Book
Remember When All You Wanted Was Your MTV? The perfect gift for the music fan or child of the eighties in your life. Named One of the Best Books of 2011 by NPR - Spin - USA Today - CNBC - Pitchfork - The Onion - The Atlantic - The Huffington Post -...
We the Women: The Hidden Heroes Who Shaped America
O'Donnell, Norah
Paper Book
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER * A vivid portrait of the unsung American women from 1776 to today who changed the course of history in their fight for freedom and helped shape a more perfect union "This terrific book reveals the central, though often hidden role that women...

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