#True Story

Nonfiction news, new releases, and must-read forthcoming titles.

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.

Why Every Appalachian Writer Is an Environmentalist

I’m already seeing Appalachian people roll up their sleeves and get to work. We don’t know what recovery will look like, but we’re going to fight for it.

3 Must-Read Working Class Memoirs

These must-read working class memoirs take you into the lives of the people who are the backbone of the U.S.

10 Nonfiction New Book Releases of October

Here are 10 of the most exciting nonfiction titles hitting shelves in October. Read about the Indigenous experience, Stanley Tucci, and more.

Exciting Changes Coming to True Story and Book Riot!

New voices, more variety, and other exciting changes are coming to your inbox. Plus: get in early on Book Riot All Access.

Hidden Gem Audiobooks

Today I have two new nonfiction books for you plus two hidden gems that are great as audiobooks.