![]() ![]() Everything I Have is Yours: A Marriage by Eleanor HendersonĮleanor met Aaron when both were young, and teenage infatuation survived college and turned into a marriage with children and all the trappings of a successful life. It's filled with correspondence from the author's family and friends, and is an intimate portrayal of an artist coming to be. Dear Senthuran by Akwaeke EmeziĪkwaeke Emezi is the author of three powerful and groundbreaking novels, and their memoir is the story of their own coming of age into identity, gender, and creativity. ![]() When a relationship with a boy turns bad and ends in assault, Ashley decides to uncover the truth about her family secrets, and is shocked by what she discovers. FordĪshley recounts the details of her childhood, growing up with a strained relationship with her mother, and knowing that her father is in prison, but kept in the dark about why. This pioneering mathematician and recipient of the Presidential Medal of Freedom writes about her life, her education, and the personal stories that made her such an influential figure and celebrity in her 90's. Now it's time to read the story of Johnson, in her own words. You've read Hidden Figures, seen the movie, and purchased the picture book spin-offs for every kid you know. Katherine Johnson: My Remarkable Journey by Katherine Johnson This memoir reveals the personal stories and behind-the-scenes details of Ballard's most exciting discoveries. Now, he's the captain of E/V Nautilus, which leads expeditions all over the world's oceans. Ballard is best known for amazing discoveries in the ocean, from new species to locating the wreck of the Titanic. Into the Deep: A Memoir From the Man Who Found Titanic by Robert D. Drawing upon his experiences as an immigrant as well as what it was like to grow up and come of age with the first Black president in the U.S., this is an insightful and hilarious collection. ![]() Humor writer Ben Philippe has written a hilarious memoir in essays about his journey as the "Black friend" as well as classmate, boyfriend, coworker, and more in predominantly white spaces. Sure, I'll Be Your Black Friend: Notes From the Other Side of the Fist Bump by Ben Philippe But when her mom was diagnosed with cancer when she was just 25, Michelle learned how to reclaim her identity and heritage. Michelle Zauner, a musician, tells her story of growing up in Oregon as one of the few Asian kids in her town, and how she struggled with her Korean American identity, feeling like she was drifting further away from her roots the older she got. They became her muse as she was both enamored by and inspired by their stories. Quiara Alegría Hudes is a playwright, and in this moving memoir she tells the story of her barrio in Philadelphia, and how she grew up with a large Puerto Rican family that was very close knit, but still had their secrets. These are the best new memoirs that are on our radar, and we think you'll love them! The best memoirs: 2021 My Broken Language by Quiara Alegría Hudes ![]() This year is bringing us some incredible new memoirs and personal stories, whether you're a fan of books about identity, tales of adventure, or true stories that explore family secrets! When it comes to the best memoirs, 2021 promises some amazing reads. ![]()
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