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Best Indie Memoirs of 2024

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NOLA FACE

by Brooke Champagne

A compelling collection that explores a unique life from many angles. Full review >

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THE OCEAN INSIDE ME

by R.G. Shore

An insightful, mystic exploration of spiritual and racial healing. Full review >

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BIOGRAPHY & MEMOIR

LILLY

by Lillian Colón

A thoughtful account of personal discovery and the pursuit of dancing dreams in ’70s and ’80s America. Full review >

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CIRCLE OF SAWDUST

by Rob Mermin Rob Mermin ; illustrated by Karen E. Gersch

A fascinating tour de force that displays the enduring, unique appeal of the circus. Full review >

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THE CHILD CATCHER

by Andrew Bridge

A fierce, maddening chronicle of advocacy on behalf of our most vulnerable citizens. Full review >

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THAT VOICE

by Marcia Menter

A captivating coming-of-age saga about life trying to imitate art, with poignantly mixed results. Full review >

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