“Walking in the Shadow of Footsteps” delves into the life of a former NFL football player’s rise to success…but not without a price. … More “Walking in the Shadow of Footsteps” by Roynell Young
It is true that there are hundreds of biographies written about this unique list, but this is definitely one that covers all these highly influential men in one book. The careers, the work some did to go from a “poor country home” to an award-winning artist of mammoth proportions—it’s incredibly informative, and so entertaining, you will want this as your chosen “coffee table” book, which in my house was held in high esteem. … More “Leading Men in Music” by Jene Roswell
Blake Priddle, takes readers on a journey through his life, recounting how he has been impacted in all areas over the years by autism. Having a close, supportive family has assisted him with overcoming many of the challenges he has faced, especially since they encouraged him to embrace difficult, complicated, and new experiences. … More “Good Morning, Blake: Growing Up Autistic and Being Okay” by Blake “Crash” Priddle
In his book, “Kilo 3,” Richard Foster, Jr. gives us a true-to-life account of his time in Vietnam and the consequences and changes it had on his life before, during, and after the war. … More “Kilo 3” by Richard W. Foster, Jr.
Allison Hong Merrill gives readers a vivid picture of what it’s truly like to be an immigrant woman in America in her book, “Ninety-Nine Fire Hoops.” A native of Taiwan, Allison moved to the U.S. with grandiose ideas of what her life could and would be like. This memoir is a reminder of all the pain and very real hardships that those born on American soil tend to forget. … More “Ninety-Nine Fire Hoops” by Allison Hong Merrill
This is a powerful, moving memoir that shines a light on the history of patriarchy and its impact on gay men, boys, women, and girls. Although the focus of this memoir is a personal story of a gay law professor, it’s also an education on how a male-dominated society has affected principal and influential forces in our world, from culture to literature, art, family relations, psychology, and much more. Besides being a compelling life story, it stands as a support system and resource for gay rights and feminism. … More “Boys’ Secrets and Men’s Love” by David A.J. Richards
“There’s Nothing Wrong with Her” is a memoir by M.B. Yakoubian documenting her aging mother’s elder care. There is real life drama marked with sadness, sweetness, and a familial struggle for control, all set against the backdrop of advancing dementia. … More “There’s Nothing Wrong with Her” by M.B. Yakoubian
This incredible book by Diane Grimard Wilson is fascinating and informative on many levels, from the intricate cover to the title, itself. Part memoir/part self-help, this dramatic true story could be the insight someone needs to have following a brain injury caused by an auto accident. … More “Brain Dance: My Journey with Invisible Illness, Second Chances, and the Wonders of Applied Neuroscience” by Diane Grimard Wilson
Susan is living her happiest times with her new husband and two children, when her life suddenly takes a dark turn. Her husband is falsely accused of molesting her youngest daughter by the child protection services—the agency also manipulates the child’s young mind during the harrowing ordeal. … More “Wheels of Injustice” by Susan Louise Gabriel
“Building With Discarded Stones” is a profound and illuminating text by the author of “As You Love Your Self,” Timothy Stephen Buckley. The book focuses on Buckley’s experiences and the lessons he learned at L’arche and Faith and Light, two private voluntary organizations where people with intellectual disabilities find friendship and belonging. … More “Building with Discarded Stones” by Timothy Stephen Buckley
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