Biography & Autobiography - General

"Moments with Mark Twain" offers an intimate glimpse into the life and personality of one of America's most beloved writers. Compiled and selected by Albert Bigelow Paine, Twain's close friend and biographer, these anecdotes and reminiscences provide a unique and personal perspective on Samuel...

Healing the Fractures: The Journey to Wholeness is the account of a woman so sadistically tortured from infancy into adulthood that she had no fully functional personality. She had many fragments, none of whom knew of the others. Therapist/author Andrea Fuller faced the challenge...

In this book, we discuss the many similarities between the late 80's Pop Stars, George Michael and Prince such as they had their biggest hits in the 80s to that they even passed away in the same year of 2016. Did they ever speak?...

Toto Wolff isn't just the man behind Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula One Team's incredible success-he's the force that changed the game.This book dives deep into the life of a man who rose from personal tragedy and financial struggle to become one of the most powerful...

In an era marked by cultural division and uncertainty, Ferryman: The life and deathwork of Ephraim Finch, offers a powerful and timely reflection on community, faith, and the universal experience of loss. Award-winning author Katia Ariel masterfully blends biography, memoir, and cultural history to...

The ABC's of Life: 80 Years of Reflections and Lessons from an OG Harlem GlobetrotterIn this commemorative book, former Original (OG) Harlem Globetrotter and motivational speaker David L. Nash shares his legacy and life lessons through the ABC's of Life-an inspiring journey from A...

I have written four books containing my poetry, 'twisted spiritual poetry' 1 & 2, 'memoirs and poems of a misguided junkie' and healing rhymes. This will be my fifth poetry book. My books are available on 'amazon, have many poems both in my files...

Father, policeman, administrator, politician, minister, freedom fighter, refugee: Gordon Muortat Mayen lived a full life. In this gripping account spanning more than 50 years, Muortatretells his journey from schoolboy to president of South Sudan's provisional government to life as a refugee in Zaire, Belgium,...

This is a book about a young teen who was not allowed to play team sports, such as baseball and basketball, for medical reasons. So he started playing golf with his parents and then at a local 9 hole muni-course with green fees of...

Discover the brilliance and wit of Oscar Wilde in "A Remarkable Collection of the Writings of Oscar Wilde." This carefully curated volume gathers a diverse selection of Wilde's works, showcasing his unparalleled talent across various literary forms. From his incisive essays and thought-provoking aphorisms...

Loving the Wrong Person is a compelling and emotionally insightful memoir that explores the complexities of love, heartbreak, and personal growth. With unflinching honesty, author Frances Ramos examines the deeply human experience of falling for the wrong person-and the life-altering journey that follows.Through a...

I would like to take you on a journey. It's going to be a journey across many oceans, over a lot of water but very much a journey of the human spirit. This is not a sailing story. It's much more than that.My seven...

The Old Man and the Queer is the transformative story of a mid-70s retired Mayor and the CEO of a billion-dollar real estate development company, and the 23-year-old barber who changed his life. The Old Man is politically and socially conservative. The barber is...

"Tamara's Journey Through Trials and Tears" is a poignant memoir that explores the challenges, triumphs, and self-discovery of a transgender woman navigating the complexities of identity and acceptance. The narrative delves into the highs and lows of my personal journey, offering a raw and...

Lila is a graduate student in psychology. She's running out of money and cannot pay her rent. Her roommate invites her to make an explicit movie as a way to make some money. As an entree, the roommates become lovers and Cybele secretly films...

Discover the extraordinary and enthralling journey of Patrick Ryan O'Neal, the Hollywood icon who won over both the public and our hearts. The book "The Patrick Ryan O'Neal Biography: Silver Screen Secrets And Untold Truth Behind Ryan O'Neal's Life." reveals the unseen facts of...

So just what does the title of this little book mean? Well, like Old Pops (Louis Armstrong) who was said to have responded to a king when asked what is jazz, "If you hasta' ask, you ain't never gonna know." But just as a...

This well-written story is inspired by the true escapades of Captain Dan "Roaring Dan" Seavey who sailed the Wanderer, commercial schooner operating in Lake Michigan in the early 20th century. Seavey's legitimate shipping operations were overshadowed by his nefarious activities including hijacking boats, stealing...

The book "A Nation Reborn - The Restoration of the United States of America" offers an in-depth analysis of the United States' Christian heritage, tracing it back to the Medieval Age. It is structured into four sections, each providing a comprehensive examination of different...

Robin Tunney: The Mentalist's Leading Lady offers an in-depth exploration of the acclaimed actress whose talent and charisma have captivated audiences for decades. Best known for her compelling role as Teresa Lisbon in the hit series *The Mentalist*, Tunney's journey from a young actress...

For many young men, it is not until they strip away everything they've known that they can begin to live according to the morals and values they believe are truly their own. Some fall victim to poor judgment and an ingenuous trust in human...

Wasserman's ninth book dives into the gritty world of Pennsylvania game wardens battling poachers and wildlife lawbreakers, from the rugged north woods to Philadelphia's urban core. Join five game wardens as they share twelve thrilling, true stories-some spanning over sixty years-packed with high-stakes pursuits...

Author: Harvey CushingISBN-10: 394238230XISBN-13: 9783942382304Publisher: SeverusLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/13/2010Pages: 696Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.80lbsSize: 8.27h x 5.83w x 1.39d

Edward Gibbons Memoirs of My Life and Writings offers a masterclass in intellectual autobiography, tracing the evolution of the historian whose Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire redefined Enlightenment historiography. Written with unflinching self-scrutiny, Gibbon dissects his transformation from a sickly child into...

Does the fear of dying keep you from living? It didn't stop Melody. Diagnosed with leukemia shortly after her 12th birthday, Melody continued to live to the fullest - befriending backyard hummingbirds and crocheting clothes onto countless stuffed animals. She surprised doctors with her...

My novel, 22 Ways A Nonfiction Portrayal, is the completely true story of my life. In this book, I re-live my journey through 22 entirely different jobs, each with its own unique experiences. These jobs include work in oil refineries, hospitals, nuclear pipe sales,...

Over three decades and through two world wars, in the deserts of Libya and the woodlands of Italy, in the chalk downs of Kent, Sussex and Hampshire, he searched continually for his most beloved and elusive Orchis militaris, the military orchid. Jocelyn Brooke blends...

For sixteen years Robert Rosen worked behind the X-rated scenes of such porn magazines as High Society, Stag, and D-Cup. In BEAVER STREET: A HISTORY OF MODERN PORNOGRAPHY, Rosen blows the lid off the lucrative and politically hounded adult industry, providing a darkly engaging...

Georgiana's story is surely one of the most compelling and dramatic in late Georgian society and is the subject of numerous books and the highly successful film The Duchess. Love affairs, tragedy, high society, gambling and a host of illegitimate children are shared between...

The Author and the BookBlood Piss & Cheer ALASKA hits hard and raw, but it also conveys measures of laughter, joy, and redemptive irony. Kristian Erickson reaches back into the history of his Longmire forebearers half a century before the creation of Mount Rainier...

This is the story of Arnie Duffield, who arrived at Thursday Island, in Torres Strait, the Northern tip of Australia, aged ten, in 1936 - beginning a life-time of adventure. His father worked on the famous sailing luggers, diving boats that harvested pearl shells...

Growing up in a small rural community of Grand Pre, Nova Scotia to town life in Kentville and Bridgewater. On my 19th birthday in Halifax, signing documents with the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. Training at Depot Division, Regina; being posted to New Brunswick, followed...

The overwhelming majority of people will be affected!Learn the competitive strategies from the nation's leading Long Term Care Insurance team.In this short, fun read you will discover how to preserve your wealth, protect your assets, and most importantly, help secure your family legacy with...

This sensitive and imaginative study explores the phenomenon of conversion in three major religious autobiographies: the Confessions of Saint Augustine, Grace Abounding by John Bunyan, and Thomas Merton's The Seven Storey Mountain. These three religious figures could hardly be more different, and yet, as...

Embark on a journey of inspiration and discovery as you delve into the lives of remarkable missionaries who left an indelible mark on history. In "Faithful Trailblazers," author Alemayehu Mammo invites readers to explore the captivating stories of iconic figures such as William Carey,...

Author: Roisin Ni MhearaISBN-10: 1514447185ISBN-13: 9781514447185Publisher: XlibrisLanguage: EnglishPublished: 12/03/2015Pages: 198Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.99lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.63d

Having told the story of her first marriage in her bestseller, Meanwhile, Back at the Ranch, Gretchen Heitzler picks up where she left off with an entertaining account of the trials and tribulations of widowhood and her second marriage. In Meanwhile, Back at the...

Many World War II exploits took place away from the spotlight. Raymond Miller brings his gift to the story of Service and Duty. How he chose to leave Purdue University, ROTC, a basketball team and parents behind to help bring a dictator to heel...

Author: Earl WatsonISBN-10: 1483675858ISBN-13: 9781483675855Publisher: XlibrisLanguage: EnglishPublished: 11/06/2013Pages: 270Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.88lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.61d

"We NRIs are made to sweat in places that friends back home have no clue about." The portly colleague from IT department fittingly described her state... In his homeland, an expatriate is looked up in awe, with 'look how far he has gone' or...

Go beyond the headlines and read details of what happens to people during earthquakes. The contributors of this book describe how they found the strength to survive and why they think we should remember victims of natural disasters even many years after the fact....

"My faith was about to be tested. I was about to see how much God's love, amazing grace, and mercy would reach for me to get my attention. I had been running from God so long, doing things David's way, and I was so...

High-pitched screams explode into the air, unrelenting, shot through with blind terror. A wounded animal? A torture chamber? A calm voice interrupts the heart-chilling cries, reassuring my reluctant, listening ears that the victim is in a safe place. But her fearful trauma haunts me,...

Author: Jane ComaISBN-10: 1466913762ISBN-13: 9781466913769Publisher: Trafford PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 02/08/2012Pages: 208Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.02lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.63d

Author: Ralph DefalcoISBN-10: 1465386548ISBN-13: 9781465386540Publisher: XlibrisLanguage: EnglishPublished: 11/22/2011Pages: 348Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.46lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.94d

In the U.S. Foreign Service, there are few days free from excitement or danger. Through the medium of his personal diaries, the author describes a parlous life with his family in distant lands, including trouble spots such as Venezuela, El Salvador, Colombia, Kenya, Grenada,...

Author: S. N. BynoeISBN-10: 1456899724ISBN-13: 9781456899721Publisher: XlibrisLanguage: EnglishPublished: 04/15/2011Pages: 184Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.94lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.56d

Growing up in the country is by far one of the best learning environments any family might desire. Of course, these were the days of dirt roads and friendly neighbors. It was a time when a dollar went a long way and when a...

South Florida in the eighties. The glamorous life of a drug lord; booming bank accounts, private yachts, seductive women, unlimited power, Miami mansions, nightclubs, escort services, VIP social status. You can play the game until you get caught, or you can live your life...

Author: Kanailal BasuISBN-10: 1449055672ISBN-13: 9781449055677Publisher: AuthorhouseLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/18/2010Pages: 500Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.60lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.11d