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Vendor: Janet Wertman
Jane the Quene
"One of the Best Books of 2016" - Open Letters Monthly; Finalist, 2016 Novel of the Year - Underground Book Reviews; Semi-Finalist - 2017 M.M. Bennetts Award All Jane Seymour wants is a husband; but when she catches the eye of a volatile king,...- $15.99
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Vendor: Dawn Tripp
Georgia: A Novel of Georgia O'Keeffe
NATIONAL BESTSELLER - In a dazzling work of historical fiction in the vein of Nancy Horan's Loving Frank, Dawn Tripp brings to life Georgia O'Keeffe, her love affair with photographer Alfred Stieglitz, and her quest to become an independent artist. This is not a...- $17.00
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Vendor: James Joyce
A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man: Introduction by Richard Brown
In his first and still most widely read novel, James Joyce makes a strange peace with the traditional narrative of a young man's self-discovery by respecting its substance while exploding its form, thereby inaugurating a literary revolution.Published in 1916 when Joyce was already at...- $28.00
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Vendor: Chloe Aridjis
Sea Monsters
Winner of the 2020 PEN/Faulkner Award for Fiction, this intoxicating story of a teenage girl who trades her a middle-class upbringing for a quest for meaning in 1980s Mexico is "a surreal, captivating tale about the power of a youthful imagination, the lure of...- $23.00
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Vendor: Henry Miller
Tropic of Cancer
2015 Reprint of 1961 Edition. Full facsimile of the original edition. Not reproduced with Optical Recognition Software. "Tropic of Cancer" has been described as "notorious for its candid sexuality" and as responsible for the "free speech that we now take for granted in literature"....- $13.95
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Vendor: Michelle Moran
Rebel Queen
From the internationally bestselling author of Nefertiti and Cleopatra's Daughter comes the breathtaking story of Queen Lakshmi--India's Joan of Arc--who against all odds defied the mighty British invasion to defend her beloved kingdom.When the British Empire sets its sights on India in the mid-nineteenth...- $18.00
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Vendor: Brian Doyle
The Adventures of John Carson in Several Quarters of the World: A Novel of Robert Louis Stevenson
"An affectionate homage...a loving reconstruction of an era of storytelling now lost." --The New York Times "[A] triumph...If a writer is going to put on Stevenson's voice, he'd better, as the poets say, 'bring it.' Reader, Doyle has brought it...Adventures is a tonic for...- $18.00
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Vendor: C駸ar Aira
The Linden Tree
A delightful fictional memoir about C駸ar Aira's small hometown. The narrator, born the same year and now living in the same great city (Buenos Aires) as C駸ar Aira, could be the author himself. Beginning with his parents--an enigmatic handsome black father who gathered linden...- $13.95
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Vendor: Stephanie Dray
Daughters of the Nile
New York Times bestselling author Stephanie Dray's historical fiction series comes to a stunning conclusion as the daughter of Cleopatra risks everything to revive her dynasty. After years of abuse as the emperor's captive in Rome, Cleopatra Selene is now a powerful queen, ruling...- $22.00
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Vendor: Michael Chabon
The Mysteries of Pittsburgh
"Chabon's writing is deft and delicate -- almost every page includes a delightful phrase or two. He mingles dialogue, the Pittsburgh cityscape, descriptions of the characters' activity and Art's thoughts and feelings to achieve that magical illusion good novels give -- that the reader...- $16.99
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Vendor: John T. Hourihan
Mass of the Faithful
Moving was a constant, and often necessary, way of life for John. By the age of thirteen, his family had moved ten times. And now, as a freshman in high school, they would move again. To a place called Hopedale, a predominantly white, Anglo-Saxon...- $15.99
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Vendor: Ken McAdams
Bon Amour: Love's Pursuit of Happiness
Ken and Bobbye met on the beach at Waikiki. Ken was a Marine fighter pilot and Bobbye was a teacher from Tennessee working on her masters in Theater. They chatted for the longest time, then they swam together, surfed, and snacked. Later they formally...- $28.95
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Vendor: Olivia Wenzel
1,000 Coils of Fear
A multilayered and rhythmic debut novel about her life as a Black German woman living in Berlin and New York during the chaos of the 2016 U.S. presidential election from playwright Olivia Wenzel. A young woman attends a play about the fall of the...- $16.95
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Vendor: Dhan Gopal Mukerji
Kari the Elephant
Kari the Elephant (1922) is a children's book by Dhan Gopal Mukerji. Published the year Mukerji moved from San Francisco to New York City, Kari the Elephant is the debut children's book from the first Indian writer to gain a popular audience in the...- $6.99
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Vendor: W. E. B. Du Bois
The Gift of Black Folk
The Gift of Black Folk (1924) is a book of essays by W. E. B. Du Bois. Written while the author was using his role at The Crisis, the official magazine of the NAACP, to publish emerging Black artists of the Harlem Renaissance, The...- $9.99
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Vendor: W. Somerset Maugham
The Moon and Sixpence
The Moon and Sixpence (1919) is a novel by W. Somerset Maugham. Inspired by the life of French painter Paul Gauguin, Maugham set out to capture the disconnect between an artist's desire to create and their obligations to their loved ones and society. Praised...- $10.99
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Vendor: Jim Black
Life with Bingo
Leaving behind an abusive home, a sixteen-year-old boy and his best friend set out to find their place in the world. Come tag along as the two endure hardships, experience the kindness of strangers and come to realize that perhaps there are no coincidences...- $18.95
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Vendor: Keith McWalter
When We Were All Still Alive
For Conrad Burrell--husband, father, and successful attorney in the autumn of his life--the world has come apart. Having long ago lost his first wife, the mother of his grown daughter and a widow herself, to youth and pride, he's now lost his second to...- $16.95
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Vendor: Tony Riches
Jasper - Book Two of The Tudor Trilogy
What would you sacrifice for loyalty? 1461: King Edward of York has taken the country by force.Jasper Tudor, Earl of Pembroke, flees to Brittany with his nephew, Henry Tudor.But dare they risk a reckless invasion of England? Travel back in time to fifteenth century...- $12.99
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Vendor: Nathanael West
The Day of the Locust
Admired by F. Scott Fitzgerald, Dorothy Parker, and Dashiell Hammett, and hailed as one of the "Best 100 English-language novels" by Time magazine, The Day of the Locust continues to influence American writers, artists, and culture. Bob Dylan wrote the classic song "Day of...- $13.95
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Vendor: Whitney Scharer
The Age of Light
One of the Best Books of the Year: Parade, Glamour, Real Simple, Refinery29, Yahoo! Lifestyle Journey back to 1930's Paris with this "startlingly modern love story and a mesmerizing portrait of a woman's self-transformation from muse to artist" (Celeste Ng, author of Little Fires...- $16.99
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Vendor: Louis de Wohl
The Spear: A Novel of the Crucifixion
This panoramic novel of the last days of Christ ranges from the palaces of imperial Rome to the strife-torn hills of Judea-where the conflict of love and betrayal, revenge and redemption, reaches a mighty climax in the drama of the Crucifixion. For this is...- $18.95
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Vendor: Louis de Wohl
Lay Siege to Heaven: A Novel about St. Catherine of Siena
Continuing his popular series of novels about saints of the Church, de Wohl devotes his considerable talents to an interpretation of one of the most unusual women of all time, Saint Catherine of Siena. The daughter of a prosperous dyer in fourteenth- century Siena,...- $18.95
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Vendor: Hilary Mantel
Wolf Hall
In the ruthless arena of King Henry VIII's court, only one man dares to gamble his life to win the king's favor and ascend to the heights of political power England in the 1520s is a heartbeat from disaster. If the king dies without...- $40.00
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Vendor: Michael Rappaport
A Whiter Shade of Pale
Rob Miller begins his first year at the University of Virginia in 1967 navigating an uncharted landscape of friendship, love, and responsibilities. The difficult choices he encounters challenge his integrity and shape his future.Rob learns there is more to honor than just following the...- $9.99
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Vendor: Mitchell James Kaplan
Rhapsody
"[A] shining rendition of Swift and Gershwin's star-crossed love." --Therese Anne Fowler, New York Times bestselling author In the vein of the New York Times bestseller Loving Frank, this fascinating and compelling novel "will have you humming, toe-tapping, and singing along with every turn...- $16.99
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Vendor: Libbie Hawker
Calamity
Her name is synonymous with the West. Her celebrity has spread to the East Coast and California, traveling down the new-laid railroads and along the telegraph wire. But breathless tales of Calamity Jane bear little resemblance to the truth. As she senses death coming...- $21.00
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Vendor: Allison Pataki
The Traitor's Wife: The Woman Behind Benedict Arnold and the Plan to Betray America
A riveting historical novel about Peggy Shippen Arnold, the cunning wife of Benedict Arnold and mastermind behind America's most infamous act of treason...Everyone knows Benedict Arnold--the Revolutionary War general who betrayed America and fled to the British--as history's most notorious turncoat. Many know Arnold's...- $18.99
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Vendor: Mary Renault
The Persian Boy
"It takes skill to depict, as Miss Renault has done, this half-man, half Courtesan who is so deeply in love with the warrior."-The Atlantic MonthlyThe Persian Boy traces the last years of Alexander's life through the eyes of his lover, Bagoas. Abducted and gelded...- $17.95
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Vendor: Pamela Nowak
Necessary Deceptions: The Women of Wyatt Earp
"Deception defined Wyatt Earp and the two women who were married to him longest. Their stories remained elusive, buried by the legend that emerged around Wyatt. Mattie Blaylock lived with him during the years when prostitution and corruption ran their lives, clinging to the...- $25.95
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Vendor: Hiromi Kawakami
The Ten Loves of Nishino
WINNER 2020 PEN TRANSLATION PRIZE Best-selling and beloved Japanese author Hiromi Kawakami (The Nakano Thrift Shop) tells the story of an enigmatic man through the voices of ten remarkable women who have loved him. "If you like Haruki Murakami and Yoko Ogawa, it's a...- $16.00
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Vendor: Hilary Mantel
A Place of Greater Safety
It is 1789, and three young provincials have come to Paris to make their way. Georges-Jacques Danton, an ambitious young lawyer, is energetic, pragmatic, debt-ridden--and hugely but erotically ugly. Maximilien Robespierre, also a lawyer, is slight, diligent, and terrified of violence. His dearest friend,...- $25.00
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Vendor: Michelle Moran
Nefertiti
Fast-paced and historically accurate, Nefertiti is the dramatic story of two unforgettable women living through a remarkable period in history.Nefertiti and her younger sister, Mutnodjmet, have been raised in a powerful family that has provided wives to the rulers of Egypt for centuries. Ambitious,...- $17.00
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Vendor: Daniel Defoe
Robinson Crusoe
Daniel Defoe's enthralling story-telling and imaginatively detailed descriptions have ensured that his fiction masquerading as fact remains one of the most famous stories in English literature. On one level a simple adventure story, the novel also raises profound questions about moral and spiritual values,...- $7.95
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Vendor: Carol Bruneau
Brighten the Corner Where You Are: A Novel Inspired by the Life of Maud Lewis
Brighten The Corner Where You Are has been Longlisted for 2022 Dublin Literary Awards, and was the winner of the 2021 Miramichi Reader's "The Very Best!" Book Awards. A brilliant novel reimagining the life of internationally renowned folk artist Maud Lewis by an award-winning...- $19.95
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Vendor: Maria Gainza
Optic Nerve
"In this delightful autofiction―the first book by Gainza, an Argentine art critic, to appear in English―a woman delivers pithy assessments of world-class painters along with glimpses of her life, braiding the two into an illuminating whole." ―The New York Times Book Review, Notable Book...- $25.00
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Vendor: Karl Ove Knausgaard
My Struggle: Book Two: A Man in Love
Book Two of the six-volume literary masterwork My Struggle flows with the same raw energy and candor that ignited the series' unprecedented bestselling run in Scandinavia, a virulent controversy, and an avalanche of literary awards. Knausgaard breaks down lived experience into its elementary particles,...- $27.00
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Vendor: Laurel Davis Huber
The Velveteen Daughter
The first book to reveal the true story of the woman who wrote The Velveteen Rabbit and her daughter, a world-famous child prodigy artist, (The Velveteen Daughter) explores the consequences of early fame, the effects of mental illness on art and genius, and the...- $16.95
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Vendor: David Marlett
American Red
The Great American Century begins, the modern world roars to life, Capitalists flaunt greed and seize power, Socialists and labor unions flex their violent will, and an extraordinary true story of love and sacrifice unfolds.The men and women of American R ed are among...- $18.95
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Vendor: Colum McCann
Dancer
Taking his inspiration from biographical facts, novelist Colum McCann tells the erotically charged story of the Russian dancer Rudolf Nureyev through the cast of those who knew him There is Anna Vasileva, Rudi's first ballet teacher, who rescues her prot g from the stunted...- $18.00
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Vendor: Ernest Hemingway
Under Kilimanjaro
An American literary treasure "The sun was not up but that was because of the flank of the mountain it had to rise over and the light was gray but good and Ngui and I were walking through the grass that was wet from...- $39.95
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Vendor: Amanda Barratt
My Dearest Dietrich: A Novel of Dietrich Bonhoeffer's Lost Love
A staggering love illuminating the dark corners of a Nazi prison Renowned German pastor and theologian Dietrich Bonhoeffer is famous for his resistance to the Nazi regime and for his allegiance to God over government. But what few realize is that the last years...- $24.99
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Vendor: Anya Seton
Devil Water
"A true story fictionalized by a writer who has a special feeling for the dramatic . . . Mixed by Miss Seton's skillful hands, the dust of the past becomes the clay of the artist and is molded into memorable, lifelike form." --Chicago Tribune...- $18.99
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Vendor: Felix Markham
Napoleon
"Markham has achieved a startlingly vivid and coherent picture of Napoleon's career, of the social and intellectual influences that molded it, and of the men and forces that opposed it. The military events, the political movements, the personal intrigues--all appear, each in its proper...- $8.95
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Vendor: Gillian Bagwell
The Darling Strumpet: A Novel of Nell Gwynn, Who Captured the Heart of England and King Charles II
A thrilling debut novel starring one of history's most famous and beloved courtesans. From London's slums to its bawdy playhouses, The Darling Strumpet transports the reader to the tumultuous world of seventeenth-century England, charting the meteoric rise of the dazzling Nell Gwynn, who captivates...- $15.00
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Vendor: J. M. Coetzee
Scenes from Provincial Life: Boyhood, Youth, Summertime
The Nobel Prize-winning author's brilliant trilogy of fictionalized memoirs--now available in one volume for the first time. J.M. Coetzee's latest novel, The Schooldays of Jesus, is now available from Viking. Late Essays: 2006-2016 will be available January 2018. Few writers have won as much...- $30.00
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Vendor: Gill Paul
The Lost Daughter
If you loved I Was Anastasia by Ariel Lawhon you won't want to miss this novel about her sister, Grand Duchess Maria. What really happened to this lost Romanov daughter? A new novel perfect for anyone curious about Anastasia, Maria, and the other lost...- $16.99
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Vendor: Bobby Spears
Bedlam: The Life & Mind of Earl Sedgwick
For fans of Shameless and Girl interrupted -- Bedlam is a crackling, satirical debut based on a horrifying true story about what happens when an asylum owner becomes a patient. Bedlam details the frustrating life of Earl Sedgwick, owner and operator of a mental...- $25.99
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Vendor: Monique Truong
The Sweetest Fruits
From Monique Truong, winner of the John Dos Passos Prize for Literature, comes "a sublime, many-voiced novel of voyage and reinvention" (Anthony Marra) "[Truong] imagines the extraordinary lives of three women who loved an extraordinary man [and] creates distinct, engaging voices for these women"...- $17.00
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Vendor: Sheila O'Connor
Evidence of V: A Novel in Fragments, Facts, and Fictions
Fiction. Hybrid Genre. Women's Studies. Criminal Justice Studies. In an ambitious blend of fact and fiction, including family secrets, documents from the era, and a thin, fragmentary case file unsealed by the court, novelist Sheila O'Connor tells the riveting story of V, a talented...- $16.95
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Biographical Fiction Books
Biographical fiction books are a unique genre that combines elements of biography and literature. They provide readers with a fascinating blend of historical fact and imaginative storytelling, offering a fresh perspective on the lives of real people throughout history. These books breathe life into the past, allowing readers to immerse themselves in the experiences, emotions, and challenges of prominent individuals.
One key characteristic of biographical fiction is its commitment to historical accuracy. Authors undertake meticulous research to ensure that the facts, events, and cultural nuances of the era are faithfully represented in the story. This makes biographical fiction a valuable source for both history enthusiasts and casual readers seeking an engaging narrative rooted in reality. However, unlike traditional biographies that often rely heavily on documented evidence, biographical fiction allows authors to speculate, imagine, and creatively fill in the gaps in a subject's life. This literary license enables them to delve deeper into a character's thoughts, emotions, and motivations, adding an extra layer of depth and intimacy to the storytelling.
Biographical fiction also provides authors with an opportunity to bring lesser-known figures or those with untold stories to the forefront. By shedding light on these often marginalized characters, these books enhance our understanding of history and challenge conventional narratives. In recent years, biographical fiction has gained popularity and garnered critical acclaim as readers increasingly seek narratives that combine the authenticity of biography with the narrative power of fiction. This genre not only bridges the gap between fact and fiction but also serves as a means of connecting readers with the lives, experiences, and struggles of individuals who have shaped our world.
Popular Books
One such popular book is "The Paris Wife" by Paula McLain. Set in the vibrant backdrop of 1920s Paris, the novel chronicles the turbulent relationship between Ernest Hemingway and his first wife, Hadley Richardson. McLain's exquisite storytelling brings to life the bohemian atmosphere of the Lost Generation, while delving into the complexities of love, ambition, and the sacrifices made in the pursuit of artistic success.
Another book that has garnered widespread acclaim is "The Invention of Wings" by Sue Monk Kidd. Inspired by the lives of real-life abolitionist and women's rights advocate Sarah Grimké, and her slave-handmaid Hetty/Handful, the novel explores themes of freedom, sisterhood, and the resilience of the human spirit. Kidd's masterful writing seamlessly blends historical facts with fictional elements, making for a powerful and thought-provoking read.
These are just a few examples of the popular books that make up the vast and diverse landscape of biographical fiction. Through these captivating tales, readers are given the opportunity to connect with the lives of extraordinary individuals, gaining a deeper understanding of their struggles, motivations, and lasting impact on history.

