Kendra Winchester

Kendra Winchester is a Contributing Editor for Book Riot where she writes about audiobooks and disability literature. She is also the Founder of Read Appalachia, which celebrates Appalachian literature and writing. Previously, Kendra co-founded and served as Executive Director for Reading Women, a podcast that gained an international following over its six-season run. In her off hours, you can find her writing on her Substack, Winchester Ave, and posting photos of her Corgis on Instagram and Twitter @kdwinchester.

Living Truth: Even More LGBTQ+ Nonfiction For Your TBR

From country queers to tumultuous childhoods, read your way into even more outstanding LGBTQ+ nonfiction.

Love, Longing, and Basketball

This coming-of-age novel examines the nature of desire, paired with some of the most beautiful sports writing I've ever read.

The Nonfiction Books On the Best Books of the Year So Far Lists

Here are the news stories nonfiction readers should know about, from Michelle Obama's upcoming book to the best of the year so far lists.

Memoirs and Essays from the LGBTQ+ Community

Three excellent memoirs and essay collections from LGBTQ+ writers.

Mysteries and Thrillers for Pride Month!

Katie McLain Horner and Kendra Winchester recommend mysteries and thrillers for Pride Month.

All the Nonfiction Summer Reading Lists

The New York Times, Barnes and Noble, Time, and NPR share their nonfiction picks for the summer. Plus, how to build a voters guide.

Great Nonfiction for Dads and Grads

These works of nonfiction would make the perfect gift for dads or grads in your life this season.

This Appalachian Historical Fiction Has a Forgotten Kingdom in North Carolina

The main character here learns that her ancestral home was once a part of a kingdom—where her ancestor was queen.

10 New Nonfiction Book Releases of June 2025

Toni Morrison's time as an editor at Random House, modern Indian recipes, a new memoir by a Palestinian poet, and more.

Summer Reads from Real People

This week's episode of Read or Dead is all about recommended summer reads for mystery and thriller fans.