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News on new nonfiction books and recommendations for the best nonfiction books, including historical books, biographies, nonfiction books for kids, and more, from Book Riot.

10 Magical Spell Books for Witches Old and New

Whether you're a new witch, or an old soul in the arts of magic, find witch spell books for the magically-inclined.

Amazing Queer Nonfiction You’ve Never Heard Of

If you only read the buzziest queer books, you're missing out. Here are some queer nonfiction books that deserve way more attention, including Queer Love in Color by Jamal Jordan.

Nonfiction BookTube Accounts to Follow

For those of you who love to dig into a good nonfiction book, here are 8 nonfiction BookTubers making content just for you!

10 of the Best Philosophy Books of the Last Decade

While philosophers like Aristotle still have relevance today, these recent books of philosophy speak to the concerns we're living with now.

The Best Mindful Eating Books for Beginners

Find the best mindful eating books for beginners to help you develop a mindful eating practice.

8 Great Teacher Books to Ease Educators Back to School

For teachers looking to squeeze in some professional development over the summer, here are some of the best books to help you prepare.

I Don’t Want Kids, So Why Am I So Into Books About Queer Parenthood?

How can someone not want kids, but be so moved by books about parenting? One writer examines their layered feelings around the subject.

Nonfiction Books about the Therapy Experience

Therapy can be a daunting prospect, but these nonfiction books about therapy will show you what to expect before you ever step in the room.

8 of the Best Books About Ethics to Expand Your Mind

If you're on the journey towards being a better person, trying to become more perfect, then this list of ethics books is for you.

8 Surprising New Memoirs to Add To Your TBR ASAP

From a memoir about African-Jewish cooking to one about grieving our pets, these new memoirs take a different approach to the genre.