Recommendations based on A Beautiful, Terrible Thing: A Memoir of Marriage and Betrayalby Jen Waite

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  1. On Writing: A Memoir of the Craft

    by Stephen King
    A series of personal reflections on the art of writing, and the power of story-telling.

    "Long live the King" hailed Entertainment Weekly upon the publication of Stephen King's On Writing. Part memoir, part master class by one of the bestselling authors of all time, this superb volume is ... (Goodreads)

  2. Prairie Fires: The American Dreams of Laura Ingalls Wilder

    by Caroline Fraser
    Biography of pioneering author and her family's hardships, successes, and spirit.

    WINNER OF THE PULITZER PRIZE WINNER OF THE NATIONAL BOOK CRITICS CIRCLE AWARD,WINNER OF THE CHICAGO TRIBUNE HEARTLAND PRIZE FOR NON-FICTION,ONE OF THE, NEW YORK TIMES BOOK REVIEW,'S 10 BEST BOOKS OF ... (Barnes & Noble)

  3. My Friend Anna: The True Story of a Fake Heiress

    by Rachel DeLoache Williams
    A memoir of a young woman's friendship with Anna Delvey, a Russian-born con artist who posed as a wealthy heiress in New York City.

    ONE OF, TIME,’S 100 BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR, Sex and the City, meets, Catch Me if You Can, in the astonishing true story of Anna Delvey, a young con artist posing as a German heiress in New York ... (Barnes & Noble)

  4. We Should Hang Out Sometime: Embarrassingly, a True Story

    by Josh Sundquist
    A humorous memoir of the author's attempts to understand why he's never had a girlfriend.

    From Paralympic ski racer and YouTube star, Josh Sundquist, comes an always-funny (and sometimes-awkward) memoir about teenage misadventures. When I was twenty-five years old, it came to my attention ... (Barnes & Noble)

  5. This Is Me: Loving the Person You Are Today

    by Chrissy Metz
    Actress Chrissy Metz shares her journey to self-love and acceptance, inspiring readers to embrace their own unique qualities and worth.

    An inspirational book about life and its lessons from the Golden Globe and Emmy nominated star of NBC’s This Is Us. When, This Is Us, debuted in fall 2016, a divided America embraced a show that ... (Barnes & Noble)

  6. Recovery: Freedom from Our Addictions

    by Russell Brand
    Comedian Russell Brand shares his personal journey of addiction and recovery, offering a 12-step program for those seeking freedom from addiction.

    A guide to all kinds of addiction from a star who has struggled with heroin, alcohol, sex, fame, food and eBay, that will help addicts and their loved ones make the first steps into recovery “This ... (Barnes & Noble)

  7. Glitter and Glue

    by Kelly Corrigan
    A memoir of a daughter's travels with her mother, exploring the complexities of their relationship and the lessons learned along the way.

    NEW YORK TIMES, BESTSELLER,From the author of, The Middle Place, comes a new memoir that examines the bond—sometimes nourishing, sometimes exasperating, occasionally divine—between mothers and ... (Goodreads)

  8. The Book of Awesome

    by Neil Pasricha
    A celebration of the small things in life that bring joy and happiness, reminding us to appreciate the simple pleasures around us.

    Based on the award-winning 10-million-plus-hit blog 1000awesomethings.com, The Book of Awesome is a high five for humanity and a big celebration of life's little moments: • Popping Bubble Wrap • ... (Goodreads)

  9. The Yellow House

    by Sarah M. Broom
    A memoir of a family and their home in New Orleans, exploring the impact of race, class, and Hurricane Katrina on their lives.

    In 1961, Sarah M. Broom's mother Ivory Mae bought a shotgun house in the then-promising neighborhood of New Orleans East and built her world inside of it. It was the height of the Space Race and the ... (Goodreads)

  10. Tales of a Female Nomad: Living at Large in the World

    by Rita Golden Gelman
    A woman leaves her conventional life behind to travel the world, immersing herself in different cultures and discovering her true self.

    “I move throughout the world without a plan, guided by instinct, connecting through trust, and constantly watching for serendipitous opportunities. ” —From the Preface Tales of a Female Nomad is the ... (Goodreads)

  11. What Remains: A Memoir of Fate, Friendship, and Love

    by Carole Radziwill
    A memoir of a woman's journey through love, loss, and friendship.

    On a clear summer night in July 1999, a small plane plunged into the Atlantic Ocean, carrying John Kennedy, his wife, Carolyn, and her sister Laura. Three weeks later, John's cousin Anthony Radziwill ... (Goodreads)

  12. The Rules Do Not Apply

    by Ariel Levy
    A memoir of a woman's journey of self-discovery, exploring the boundaries of freedom and responsibility.

    A gorgeous, darkly humorous memoir about a woman overcoming dramatic loss and finding reinvention—for readers of Cheryl Strayed and Joan Didion When thirty-eight-year-old New Yorker writer Ariel Levy ... (Goodreads)

  13. All the Single Ladies: Unmarried Women and the Rise of an Independent Nation

    by Rebecca Traister
    Examining the power and influence of unmarried women on modern society.

    In 2009, award-winning journalist Rebecca Traister started All the Single Ladies about the twenty-first century phenomenon of the American single woman. It was the year the proportion of American ... (Goodreads)

  14. The Sun Does Shine: How I Found Life and Freedom on Death Row

    by Anthony Ray Hinton
    A memoir of a man who spent 30 years on death row for a crime he didn't commit and how he found hope and freedom through his faith.

    The, New York Times, bestseller and Oprah's Book Club 2018 Selection.,, Winner of the 2019 Moore Prize,Finalist, Dayton Peace Prize, 2019 , ,"An amazing and heartwarming story, it restores our faith ... (Barnes & Noble)

  15. Holy Cow: An Indian Adventure

    by Sarah Macdonald
    A humorous journey through India, exploring its culture and diversity.

    In her twenties, journalist Sarah Macdonald backpacked around India and came away with a lasting impression of heat, pollution and poverty. So when an airport beggar read her palm and told her she ... (Goodreads)

  16. Possible Side Effects

    by Augusten Burroughs
    A humorous, darkly satirical look at the pharmaceutical industry and its effects on individuals.

    National Bestseller From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Running with Scissors comes Augusten Burroughs's most provocative collection of true stories yet. From nicotine gum addiction to ... (Goodreads)

  17. The Sound of Gravel

    by Ruth Wariner
    A memoir of growing up in a polygamist cult in Mexico, and the author's journey to escape and find her own path.

    An instant, New York Times, bestseller “A haunting, harrowing testament to survival." —, People Magazine, “An addictive chronicle of a polygamist community.” —, New York Magazine, “Unforgettable” —, ... (Barnes & Noble)

  18. If You Want to Walk on Water, You've Got to Get Out of the Boat

    by John Ortberg
    A guide to overcoming fear and taking risks in life, using the story of Peter walking on water as a metaphor.

    Winner of the 2002 Christianity Today Book Award! You’re One Step Away from the Adventure of Your Life Deep within you lies the same faith and longing that sent Peter walking across the wind-swept ... (Goodreads)

  19. Robin

    by Dave Itzkoff
    A comprehensive biography of Robin Williams, exploring his life, career, and struggles with addiction and mental health.

    A, NEW YORK TIMES, BESTSELLER A, NEW YORK TIMES,, BOOK REVIEW, EDITOR'S CHOICE A, SAN FRANCISCO CHRONICLE, BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR A, VULTURE, BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR "A generous, appreciative biography ... (Barnes & Noble)

  20. When They Call You a Terrorist: A Black Lives Matter Memoir

    by Patrisse Khan-Cullors
    A memoir of a Black Lives Matter co-founder, detailing her experiences with racism, police brutality, and the fight for justice.

    A poetic and powerful memoir about what it means to be a Black woman in America—and the co-founding of a movement that demands justice for all in the land of the free. Raised by a single mother in an ... (Goodreads)

  21. An Invisible Thread

    by Laura Schroff
    A miraculous story of an unlikely friendship that changed two lives forever.

    From #1, New York Times, bestselling authors Laura Schroff and Alex Tresniowski comes the young readers edition of an unbelievable memoir about an unlikely friendship that forever changed the lives ... (Barnes & Noble)

  22. The Road Back to You: An Enneagram Journey to Self-Discovery

    by Ian Morgan Cron
    Exploring personality types and learning to better understand yourself and others.

    Over 500,000 Sold,, Foreword INDIES 2016 Book of the Year Awards Finalist,Missio Alliance Essential Reading List of 2016, Ignorance is bliss—except in self-awareness. What you don't know about ... (Barnes & Noble)

  23. Maid: Hard Work, Low Pay, and a Mother's Will to Survive

    by Stephanie Land
    A memoir of a single mother's struggle to make ends meet while working as a maid. A powerful story of resilience and determination.

    NEW YORK TIMES, BESTSELLER, , "A single mother's personal, unflinching look at America's class divide, a description of the tightrope many families walk just to get by, and a reminder of the dignity ... (Barnes & Noble)

  24. Mindless Eating: Why We Eat More Than We Think

    by Brian Wansink
    An exploration of the psychological, environmental and physiological factors that drive us to eat more than we need.

    This book will literally change the way you think about your next meal. Food psychologist Brian Wansink revolutionizes our awareness of how much, what, and why we’re eating—often without realizing ... (Goodreads)

  25. Fresh Wind, Fresh Fire: What Happens When God's Spirit Invades the Heart of His People

    by Jim Cymbala
    An exploration of spiritual awakening through communal prayer, and the power of surrendering to the will of God.

    The Brooklyn Tabernacle pastor discusses how he built up a broken-down church to a membership of six thousand. ... (Goodreads)

  26. Herding Cats

    by Sarah Andersen
    A humorous graphic novel about the struggles of being an introverted artist and navigating social situations.

    The delightful third installment of, Sarah's Scribbles, by Sarah Andersen, winner of three consecutive, Goodreads Choice, , Awards, for Best Graphic Novels & Comics ". . . author Sarah Andersen uses ... (Barnes & Noble)

  27. Life on the Mississippi

    by Mark Twain
    A journey down the Mississippi River, capturing the beauty and history of the American South.

    A stirring account of America's vanished past... The book that earned Mark Twain his first recognition as a serious writer... Discover the magic of life on the Mississippi. At once a romantic history ... (Goodreads)

  28. Cesar's Way: The Natural, Everyday Guide to Understanding and Correcting Common Dog Problems

    by Cesar Millan
    A practical guide on how to train and understand dogs, in a way that is natural and beneficial for both.

    There are at least 68 million dogs in America, and their owners lavish billions of dollars on them every year. So why do so many pampered pets have problems? In this definitive and accessible guide, ... (Goodreads)

  29. A Million Miles in a Thousand Years: What I Learned While Editing My Life

    by Donald Miller
    A journey to create a meaningful life by re-imagining and re-writing one's own story.

    Full of beautiful, heart-wrenching, and hilarious stories, A Million Miles in a Thousand Years details one man's opportunity to edit his life as if he were a character in a movie. Years after writing ... (Goodreads)

  30. A Universe from Nothing: Why There Is Something Rather Than Nothing

    by Lawrence M. Krauss
    A scientific exploration of the origins of the universe, proposing that it could have arisen from nothing.

    Bestselling author and acclaimed physicist Lawrence Krauss offers a paradigm-shifting view of how everything that exists came to be in the first place. “Where did the universe come from? What was ... (Goodreads)