🧠Because truth is often stranger—and funnier—than fiction.
Memoirs, essays, and deep dives into everything from psychology to platypuses. Smart reads for curious minds.
“We’ve all been desperate to learn what heavy use of social media does to adolescents. Now, thanks to Twenge’s careful analysis, we know: It is making them lonely, anxious, and fragile—especially our girls. If you are a parent, teacher, or employer, you must read this...
INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERThe gripping and inspiring story of acclaimed actor Jeremy Renner’s near-fatal accident, and what he learned about inner strength, endurance and hope as he overcame insurmountable odds to recover, one breath at a time.Two-time Oscar...
Winner of the Pulitzer Prize for Nonfiction • Winner of the National Book Award • New York Times Bestseller • A Kirkus Reviews "Best Book of the 21st Century (So Far)"Renowned scholar Stephen Greenblatt brings the past to vivid life in what is at once a supreme work...
An entertaining collection of the most audacious and underhanded deceptions in the history of mankind, from sacred relics to financial schemes to fake art, music, and identities. World history is littered with tall tales and those who have fallen for them. Ian...
"Ursula Le Guin at her best . . . This is an important collection of eloquent, elegant pieces by one of our most acclaimed contemporary writers." —Elizabeth Hand, The Washington Post Book World  "I have decided that the trouble with print is, it never changes its...
Become a better writer in 5 minutes a dayWriting regularly is the best way to boost your skills and stay inspired—and this book of creative writing prompts is here to help you out! Spark your creativity with 501 short, simple prompts that encourage you to imagine,...
The first book to define and explore the intergenerational impact of systemic racism on the health of Black people—and how to combat its pernicious effects.  Black people, young and old, are fatigued, says award-winning diversity and inclusion leader Mary-Frances...
An introvert spends a year trying to live like an extrovert with hilarious results and advice for readers along the way. What would happen if a shy introvert lived like a gregarious extrovert for one year? If she knowingly and willingly put herself in perilous social...
From New York Times bestselling author and legendary Jeopardy! host and champion Ken Jennings comes a hilarious travel guide to the afterlife, exploring to die for destinations from literature, mythology, and pop culture.Ever wonder which circles of Dante’s Inferno...
“One of the most beautifully written books I've ever read. Kelly McMasters is a literary giant.”—Zibby Owens, Good Morning AmericaA memoir in intimate essays navigating marriage and motherhood, art and ambition, grief and nostalgia, and the elusive concept of...