Category: Reviews

An archive of our reviews of memoirs, essay collections, and other works of creative nonfiction.

I’ll never think about true crime in the same way.

The stories are as unique and varied as they are representative of this inevitably shared phase of life.

The book is strongest when the clear-eyed, wise-minded author reflects upon the journey her mom must have made….

Held is a smart book, intermingling facts with personal narrative….

One of the best aspects of Rehearsals for Dying is Ariel’s focus on expanding the reader’s understanding … of breast cancer itself.

Enriquez takes the reader on a wild and expansive tour across four continents featuring 21 cemeteries.

While it deals with historical representations of gods and goddesses, Queer Devotion also connects to modern day religions…

Lisicky and Mitchell forge a life engulfed in appreciation for the power of language that aids in his newfound love of prose.

… a hearty reference guide, a study in craft, a pep talk, an instructional manual and good for all writers of all levels.

Gilbert’s honesty about sex and love addiction is rare.

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