Best Biography and Memoir Recommendations

There's something for everyone in this list!

If we could do it all over again, we'd make time for these stories.

A good book can take you places you've never been.

When it comes to spy stories, the truth is often stranger—and more compelling—than fiction.

Like the heroes of the Battle of Dunkirk, these survivors stood their ground in the face of impossible odds.

Prepare to be blown away by these real-life stories of triumph over adversity.

A calm sea turns into a tempestuous storm in the Searching for Bobby Fischer author’s latest novel.

Get lost in the words of one of America’s most innovative writers.

These fascinating biographies deserve a spot on your must-read list.

Enjoy a sun-soaked voyage, a cross-country road trip, and other unforgettable adventures—all without leaving your couch.

The journalist will be forever remembered through his award-winning biography, Growing Up. 

The Only Woman in the Room paints a fictionalized portrait of the Hollywood actress who was so much more than a pretty face.

 Revealing reads about the political life and times of 41. 

The ability to understand a child’s imagination is just one of the reasons why the A Wrinkle in Time author’s work has stood the test of time. 

The author of Band of Brothers explores the parallel lives of two formidable 19th-century warriors.

Discover the books behind the hit show on PBS Masterpiece.

These artists laid the foundation for their craft and led incredibly fascinating lives.

Learn more about this political leader in Antonia Felix’s new book, Elizabeth Warren: Her Fight. Her Work. Her Life. 

Read an excerpt from this music legend’s biography. 

See these talented authors in a whole new light.