My Next Breath

In the depths of the Pacific, 1943, a bomber crashed, leaving only a trace of wreckage. From the debris emerged Lieutenant Louis Zamperini, clinging to life on a raft, embarking on an unparalleled odyssey of survival.

From a rebellious youth to an Olympic runner, Zamperini channeled his defiance into extraordinary athleticism, culminating in the Berlin Olympics. But with the onset of World War II, he became an airman, his journey leading to a fateful flight and a desperate battle against the vast, unforgiving ocean.

Against impossible odds, Zamperini faced starvation, shark-infested waters, and relentless enemy fire. Captured by the Japanese, he endured unimaginable brutality as a prisoner of war. Driven to the edge, he met despair with resilience, cruelty with defiance, and suffering with unwavering hope. Laura Hillenbrand's Unbroken is a testament to the strength of the human spirit, a gripping true story of courage, survival, and the will to endure.

In the summer of 1991, eleven-year-old Jaycee Dugard was abducted on her way to school, a crime that would steal her childhood and cast a shadow over her life for eighteen long years. A Stolen Life is Jaycee's unflinching and profoundly moving memoir, a raw and powerful account of unimaginable horror and remarkable resilience.

Held captive in a hidden backyard compound, Jaycee was isolated from the world, forced into a nightmare of abuse and servitude. Stripped of her freedom and identity, she endured the unthinkable, clinging to glimmers of hope and nurturing an unbreakable spirit within.

With astonishing courage and unwavering honesty, Jaycee recounts her daily struggle for survival, the complexities of her relationship with her captors, and the strategies she employed to protect her sanity. A Stolen Life is more than a story of tragedy; it's a testament to the human capacity to endure, adapt, and ultimately reclaim one's self. It is a story of hope, healing, and the long journey toward finding freedom, not just from physical captivity, but from the emotional scars that linger long after. Prepare to be captivated, heartbroken, and ultimately inspired by this unforgettable journey of survival.

From RuPaul, international drag superstar and pop culture icon, comes a brutally honest and surprisingly poignant memoir. The House of Hidden Meanings is a deeply intimate self-portrait, charting his journey from a Black, poor, and queer kid in a broken home to global fame and the forefront of a cultural revolution.

RuPaul strips away the artifice, sharing his life story with breathtaking clarity, signature wit, and hard-earned wisdom. From navigating complex family dynamics in San Diego to forging an identity in the punk and drag scenes of Atlanta and New York, and ultimately finding enduring love and self-acceptance, he fearlessly excavates his past.

More than a memoir, this is a manual for living. RuPaul reveals the power of chosen family, the importance of embracing your unique self, and the transformative potential of facing your fears. If we’re all born naked and the rest is drag, then this is RuPaul, totally out of drag, stripped bare.

In a life less ordinary, Griffin Dunne's memoir unfolds with the intimacy of a cherished friend and the sharp wit of a seasoned storyteller. From a childhood touched by Hollywood royalty—saved from drowning by Sean Connery at eight, chasing Janis Joplin at a party hosted by Joan Didion—to a young adulthood shared with soulmate Carrie Fisher amidst the frenzy of Star Wars, Dunne's early years were a tapestry woven with the extraordinary.

Yet, within this dazzling world, tragedy struck. The devastating loss of his sister, Dominique, at the hands of her ex-boyfriend ignited a family crisis and propelled his father, Dominick Dunne, into the spotlight as a crusading crime reporter.

The Friday Afternoon Club transcends the typical celebrity memoir, delving into the heart of a complex, loving, and often infuriating family. With unflinching honesty and self-deprecating humor, Dunne navigates poignant absurdities and harrowing moments, revealing a story that is ultimately about resilience, connection, and finding light in the darkest of corners. Prepare to be captivated by a tale of Hollywood, heartache, and the enduring bonds that define us.