Non-Fiction

Incidents in the Life of a Slave Girl by Harriet Ann Jacobs

The true story of an individual's struggle for self-identity, self-preservation, and freedom, Incidents in the Life of a Slave Girl remains among the few extant slave narratives written by a woman. This autobiographical account chronicles the remarkable odyssey of Harriet Jacobs (1813–1897) whose dauntless spirit and faith carried her from a life of servitude and degradation in North Carolina to liberty and reunion with her children in the North.  

Intentions by Oscar Wilde

Originally published in 1891 when Wilde was at the height of his form, these brilliant essays on art, literature, criticism, and society display the flamboyant poseur’s famous wit and wide learning. A leading spokesman for the English Aesthetic movement, Wilde promoted "art for art’s sake" against critics who argued that art must serve a moral purpose.

In the Heart of the Sea by Nathaniel Philbrick

Winner of the National Book Award, Nathaniel Philbrick's book is a fantastic saga of survival and adventure, steeped in the lore of whaling, with deep resonance in American literature and history.  

Irreversible Damage by Abigail Shrier

Irreversible Damage is an exploration of a mystery: Why, in the last decade, has the diagnosis "gender dysphoria," transformed from a vanishingly rare affliction, applying almost exclusively to boys and men, to an epidemic among teenage girls?  

It Chooses You by Miranda July

"It Chooses You" is both a quirky exploration of the human condition and a meditation on creativity, offering a unique perspective on finding meaning and beauty in unexpected places.

I've Tried Being Nice: Essays by Ann Leary

New York Times bestselling author Ann Leary offers a literary feast of humor and wisdom told from the perspective of a recovering people pleaser.  

I Was Told There'd Be Cake: Essays by Sloane Crosley

From the author of the novel, The Clasp, hailed by Michael Chabon, Heidi Julavits, and J. Courtney Sullivan. Wry, hilarious, and profoundly genuine, this debut collection of literary essays from Sloane Crosley is a celebration of fallibility and haplessness in all their glory.  

Lay Them to Rest by Laurah Norton

A fascinating deep dive into the dark world of forensic science as experts team up to solve the identity of an unknown woman named "Ina Jane Doe," exploring the rapidly evolving techniques scientists are using to break the most notorious cold cases, written by the host of the popular true crime podcast, The Fall Line  

Laziness Does Not Exist by Devon Price

Laziness Does Not Exist explores the psychological underpinnings of the “laziness lie,” including its origins from the Puritans and how it has continued to proliferate as digital work tools have blurred the boundaries between work and life. Using in-depth research, Price explains that people today do far more work than nearly any other humans in history yet most of us often still feel we are not doing enough.

Let's Pretend This Never Happened by Jenny Lawson

Let's Pretend This Never Happened, Lawson takes readers on a hilarious journey recalling her bizarre upbringing in rural Texas, her devastatingly awkward high school years, and her relationship with her long-suffering husband, Victor

Maximum Achievement by Brian Tracy

Leading authority on success Brian Tracy gives proven principles and step-by-step tips for raising self-esteem and improving your life.Whether you're looking to advance your career, improve your relationships, or enhance your overall quality of life, "Maximum Achievement" offers valuable insights and strategies for unlocking your full potential and living a life of fulfillment and success.

Meditation for Fidgety Skeptics by Dan Harris

Too busy to meditate? Can't turn off your brain? Curious about mindfulness but more comfortable in the gym? This book is for you.