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12 Must-Read Nonfiction Books That Are Unforgettably Feminist

Written by historians, memoirists and academics, these titles simultaneously frustrate and inspire hope.
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Figures, Fantasies and Frontiers: The Art Books Shaping Summer 2025

Megan Fox Kelly, a trusted art advisor and former President of the Association of Professional Art Advisors, curates a summer reading list that reflects the evolving interests of serious collectors, curators and connoisseurs. Kelly highlights 12 titles that offer critical insights, visual inspiration and fresh perspectives on artists and movements shaping today’s art world.
By Megan Fox Kelly
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Observer’s Guide to 2025’s Best Memoirs and Biographies, From ABBA to Ono

Misunderstood artists. Legendary music icons. A forgotten Golden Age film star. These life stories deserve space in your reading pile.
By Nathan Smith
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The Best Celebrity Memoirs of 2024 Are Almost Here

By Nathan Smith
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The Best Biographies and Memoirs to Read Any Time

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The Must-Reads of 2020’s National Book Awards Shortlist

By Lauren LeBlanc
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10 Books That Inspired Neurologist and Naturalist Oliver Sacks

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