17 Fantastic Memoirs We Think You'll Love

"It’s a book every woman needs to read at least once in her life. The writing is so authentic and relatable. You’ll be left feeling so inspired to pursue the life you want to live."

—rileyo4757d1eea

Get it on Amazon for $16.19+, Barnes & Noble for $17.05+, or a local bookseller through IndieBound here.

"You'll smile, you'll cry, and you'll gasp. You'll feel every human emotion — maybe even some you wish you didn't. Walls’ childhood, like her writing, is an incredible story — a difficult one — but an incredible one."

—alexandraadlerm

Get it on Amazon for $11.16+, Barnes & Noble for $13.13+, or a local bookseller through IndieBound here.

"I literally had to read in 15-page increments because I cried so much. He’s so open about Beau and his family, but also talks about policy and what he did as vice president. I liked Biden before, but after reading this book I have such a deep respect for him as a politician and a person."

—rachelb405d756ad

Get it on Amazon for $15.59+, Barnes & Noble for $17.00+, or a local bookseller through IndieBound here.

"She's witty, very real, very funny, and incredibly open. This book gives a unique perspective on her career and her songwriting, as well as her personality! It's the best thing I've ever read."

—imurlex

Get it on Amazon for $16.24+, Barnes & Noble for $6.98+, or a local bookseller through IndieBound here.

"It's absolutely one of the best memoirs I’ve ever read. I’m a huge Trevor Noah fan and this book definitely didn't disappoint. It's absolutely hilarious even though he touches on some tougher subjects. It's super interesting, hilarious, and heartfelt. It's an incredible read and I would highly recommend!"

—kellymcmahon13

Get it on Amazon for $8.17+ or Barnes & Noble for $17.70+.

"I listened to the audiobook and had to consciously stop myself from laughing in public. Anna Kendrick is witty, insanely relatable, and she left me yearning for more when it was over."

—k437056aa3

Get it on Amazon for $8.80+, Barnes & Noble for $10.85+, or a local bookseller through IndieBound here.

"It's a wonderful memoir from the perspective of a foster care parent which provides such insight on the system. It's well worth the read even for those who are unfamiliar with foster care."

—seleciam

Get it on Amazon for $12.80+, Barnes & Noble for $14.61+, or a local bookseller through IndieBound here.

"It helped me better understand the struggles of transgender people. Her story is so inspiring and I love how she is one of the prominent activists for the trans community."

—martys4bc2b8619

Get it on Amazon for $10.15+, Barnes & Noble for $10.15+, or a local bookseller through IndieBound here.

"For a book about being 'crazy,' I’ve never read anything that’s ever made me feel so normal. It goes inside the mind of someone living with (and effectively coping with) mental illness in the funniest way possible. 10/10 would recommend."

—marissapena93

Get it on Amazon for $10.95+, Barnes & Noble for $11.16+, or a local bookseller through IndieBound here.

"It's not only one of the best memoirs I've ever read, but also one of the best books I've read. She's super real, raw, and funny. Her writing style makes it seem like you're having a conversation with her rather than just reading text. It made me love her even more."

—kidvskat1234

Get it on Amazon for $9.90+, Barnes & Noble for $10.12+, or a local bookseller through IndieBound here.

"It's not only a comedic masterpiece, but a beautifully written story about coming out, self-love, acceptance, and how making mistakes helps you grow as a person. He puts a lot of himself into the book and that makes the reading experience feel very genuine. You feel like you're sitting down and having a true heart-to-heart with him, which makes it feel very intimate and personal."

—alexd41f7b0d12

Get it on Amazon for $11.85+, Barnes & Noble for $12.05+, or a local bookseller through IndieBound here.

"It's a fantastic read. The book blends his public life with his private life and current topics with past topics. It has made me want to pick up other biographies to keep learning about other people’s experiences."

—danielk4aadc07e5

Get it on Amazon for $9.74+, Barnes & Noble for $9.74+, or a local bookseller through IndieBound here.

"I love Tiffany Haddish and her story — and the audiobook is amazing too. Her book has made me love her and her comedy a lot more."

—alexisj45e4ec0f3

Get it on Amazon for $14.40+, Barnes & Noble for $20.90+, or a local bookseller through IndieBound here.

"It's a heartbreaking yet beautifully written memoir about grief and loss. Didion wrote it in response to the deaths of her husband and her daughter, who passed within a year of each other. If there's one memoir you should read on the subject of grief, it's this one."

—allysonh491b34478

Get it on Amazon for $10.07+, Barnes & Noble for $10.28+, or a local bookseller through IndieBound here.

"I've always liked his character (Ron Swanson) on Parks and Rec, but now I love him as an actor even more. He has so much good advice on being your own person and he gives a different perspective on being 'manly' in today's society."

—beautifullyoblivious

Get it on Amazon for $10.79+, Barnes & Noble for $11.74+, or a local bookseller through IndieBound here.

"It's an amazing book — the discussions of mental illness, relationships, and sexuality make it feel personal on such a deep level. Its openness makes it not only relatable, but therapeutic."

—camdens4bea0de72

Get it on Amazon for $13.20+, Barnes & Noble for $15.11+, or a local bookseller through IndieBound here.

"I relate to it so deeply. It helped me take steps to address my mental health and sort out some things about myself in a way I hadn’t thought of before. I also love the way it isn't a story about a before and after, but rather an ongoing journey. Her writing is astute, clear, and intelligent, without being inaccessible. As a bonus — I listened to it in audio form, which she reads herself, and her voice is so calm and soothing. I love everything about it!

—ryanc321

Get it on Amazon for $11.59+, Barnes & Noble for $11.87+, or a local bookseller through IndieBound here.