#Nonfiction

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.

Period. Books. Period.

One reader got to thinking: "how many books about periods and menopause that are not sciencey can I find?" The answer is quite a few.

Seeing My Queer, Ill Self in Jenn Shapland’s New Memoir

One Rioter felt deeply seen as Jenn Shapland linked invisibility, queerness, and illness in MY AUTOBIOGRAPHY OF CARSON MCCULLERS.

11 of the Best Books on Breathwork to Bring Yourself Back

If there is anything that could unite us, it's the fact that we all have to breathe. These are the best books on breathwork and an ancient practice. 

7 Nonfiction Audiobooks About Feminism

Each of these nonfiction audiobooks about feminism tackles feminism from a different angle, giving unique perspectives on women’s rights.

9 Nonfiction Books About Depression: Finding Power on the Pages

From holistic approaches to evolutionary psychology perspectives, this list of nonfiction books about depression kicks off the exploration.

A Little Exploration of Self-Help

An exploration of self-help, from the genre's readers to its writers and titles, both classic and recent. A reader weighs in on their flaws and highlights.

5 Books About Homelessness To Better Understand the Issue

These books about homelessness address the issue from the nonfiction perspective and were written with adult audiences in mind.

5 New Books Written By Women That Get Real About Mental Health

As the public conversations around mental health continue to grow, these new books about living with mental illness offer more insight.

15 Best True Crime Authors Who Are Must-Reads For Genre Fans

An unscientific ranking of the best true crime authors whose work shaped, or is currently shaping, the ever-evolving genre.

20 Must-Read Black American Memoirs for a More Inclusive TBR

Black History Month is the perfect time to read more about black Americans. Here is our list of some must-read black American memoirs that fit the bill.