Autobiography

"The Game" by Neil Strauss exposes the secret world of pickup artists and details Strauss's transformation from novice to master seducer, revealing controversial techniques and the lifestyle's highs and lows.

Maya Angelou’s debut memoir, 'I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings,' explores themes of racism, self-acceptance, and resilience through her childhood experiences in the segregated American South.

Saint Augustine's 'The Confessions' is a profound blend of autobiography, philosophy, and theology detailing his journey from sin to Christian faith.

Soul Surfer recounts the courageous journey of Bethany Hamilton, a young surfer who, after losing her arm in a shark attack, fights to return to the waves through faith and determination.

"Killer: The Autobiography of a Mafia Hit Man" is the gripping life story of Joey the Hit Man, detailing his transition from a Bronx childhood to becoming a notorious assassin, offering a candid look at the brutal realities of organized crime.

In 'The Autobiography of Malcolm X,' Malcolm X chronicles his evolution from a troubled youth to a powerful voice for Black empowerment, detailing his experiences with racism, crime, and his spiritual transformation through Islam.

In "Sitting Pretty," Rebekah Taussig offers a poignant memoir-in-essays that dives into her experiences as a paralyzed woman, challenging common perceptions of disability by sharing the complex and ordinary realities of her life.

Zora Neale Hurston's 'How It Feels to Be Colored Me' is a vibrant autobiographical essay exploring race, identity, and self-pride in early 20th-century America.

Jennette McCurdy's memoir, 'I'm Glad My Mom Died,' delves into her troubled childhood, career as a child actress, and her abusive relationship with her mother, offering a raw and compelling narrative on self-actualization and independence.

Gifted Hands tells the inspiring true story of Dr. Ben Carson, an inner-city boy who defied the odds to become a renowned pediatric neurosurgeon, emphasizing faith, perseverance, and the impact of a supportive upbringing.

Spare by Prince Harry offers an unfiltered glimpse into his life, from the trauma of losing his mother to his military service and the challenges of marrying Meghan Markle, amidst the pressures of royal life and the media.

In 'Confessions, Books 1-8', St. Augustine presents a profound autobiographical exploration of his early life, struggles with faith, and philosophical inquiries leading to his conversion to Christianity.

In 'I Let Him Go', Denise Fergus recounts the harrowing story of her son James' abduction and murder, exploring her profound loss and the legal battle that followed, while striving to honor his memory beyond the tragedy.