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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.

Southern Lit for Days

These Southern nonfiction writers tell us about their eccentric Texan families, the experiences of Black folks, and more.

The Best Nonfiction Books of 2024—Plus New John Green and More

John Green writes about a disease that kills over 1 million a year, plus ESQUIRE and PUBLISHERS WEEKLY name their nonfiction faves.

Books for Native American Heritage Month!

There are more Indigenous books hitting shelves than ever before, and here are backlist must-read nonfiction Native books for your TBR.

10 New Nonfiction Book Releases of November 2024

In celebration of true stories, I’ve collected ten of some of the most exciting nonfiction titles hitting shelves in November.

Award Winning and Outstanding Nonfiction of 2024 Lists Begin

Catch up on the biggest news in nonfiction this week.

Reading About Food Culture for Days

Delicious reads you won't be able to get enough of.

I WANT TO DIE BUT I WANT TO EAT TTEOKBOKKI

I WANT TO DIE BUT I WANT TO EAT TTEOKBOKKI is an intimate examination of the deep impact that mental health can have on one’s life.

Must-Read Hidden Gem Memoirs

You won't want to miss these under the radar memoirs.

Nonfiction Books for Dinosaur Loving Grown-Ups

These nonfiction dinosaur books for grown-ups have something for everyone — from comprehensive references to fascinating discoveries.

Ann Patchett’s Nonfiction Picks for Fall, and More Nonfiction News

Plus a delightfully scammy memoir, nonfic picks from a big, beautiful book preview, and more from the world of nonfiction.