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.

Read Your Way Through Italy

"There’s nothing like traveling to a new place through reading, living vicariously as they give me descriptions of the delicious dishes they’re sampling along the way."

A New Book to Read Instead of HILLBILLY ELEGY

"Smarsh’s writing is a light for working class people trying to make sense of the systemic barriers we face in America. But she never pretends to be “the” voice for the working class."

True Crime Must-Reads

This week's new nonfiction releases, plus recommendations for well-done true crime.

The First Traditionally Published Romance Novel About Native People by a Native Author

The half Native heroine here is funny, spunky, and caring—but she'll need to get out of her own way for her HEA.

Southern Essay Collections for Your TBR

Which nonfiction titles do you have your eye on this week?

Nonfiction Women Writers for DAYS!

Learn about the life of the first Black woman to be nominated to the Supreme Court, as well as hear from women around the globe in this week's nonfiction book talk.

Must-Read Sequels

Katie McLain Horner and Kendra Winchester discuss must-read sequels on this week's Read or Dead.

10 New Nonfiction Books Out in September You Need to Read

You might be new to nonfiction or a true stories pro, but whatever the case, there’s sure to be something on this list that catches your eye.

Hello, September Reads!

What are the best nonfiction books you've read in the last few years?

Memoir Is My Favorite Nonfiction Genre

Read your way into two new cookbooks and two excellent backlist memoirs.

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