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If you think nonfiction books are boring, think again. They’re not all books about wars or ancient history (though there are plenty of fascinating books on both of those topics, too). You can explore the world by living vicariously through the most talented travel writers. Or read about real-life spies who put James Bond to shame. You can even dive deep into the world of Old Hollywood gossip queens, or channel your inner animal lover and become an expert on birds. The options are literally endless—pick a topic that you’ve always wanted to know more about, and someone has surely written a book about it.
From deep dives on pivotal moments to sweeping world history to American history to the history of the last madam in New Orleans; from biographies of the world's most fascinating figures to poignant memoirs; from self-help to DIY to cookbooks and more, the vast world of nonfiction writing truly has something for everyone. So go ahead—save that novel for another day, and give a nonfiction book a chance.
These inspiring books will open your eyes and ears to the wonders of the natural world.
These books will let kids travel the world.
By Nicole Klett
Sometimes, the truth is complicated.
First things first: In the south, it’s pronounced “appa-latch-uh.”
Immerse yourself in the culture–and history–of a place.
By Abby Ronner
Every day should be Earth Day.
Get inside someone else's head.
Kind of like a course curriculum. But for life.
Five authors carry on the legacy of Carson's five iconic books.
Steinbeck showed that migrant farmworkers were "citizens of the highest type."
Love it or hate it, capitalism is an inescapable part of all of our lives.
By Orrin Grey
Seeking solace? Find yourself immersed in a wholly different world with these nonfiction reads.
Enjoy the work of some of the funniest storytellers out there.
By Kara Brand
These reads are funny, optimistic, and everything you need to brighten your day.
Find out what happened when a Muslim politician decided to have coffee with the people who sent her hate mail.
These legends live on.
A quest to figure out which books are on the president’s nightstand.
Celebrate black authors’ fiction, nonfiction and poetry.
Read an excerpt from Cloris Leachman's 2009 autobiography.