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Best Indie Nonfiction of 2021

NONFICTION

THE STUTTER STEPS

by Sander A. Flaum Wes Smith

A compassionate and highly readable overview of therapeutic approaches to stuttering. Full review >

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NONFICTION

ORCA

by Lynda V. Mapes photographed by Steve Ringman

A compelling and troubling examination of the imperiled state of two important marine species. Full review >

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NONFICTION

THE CULTURE PUZZLE

by Mario Moussa & Derek Newberry Greg Urban

A thorough, highly engaging, and superbly written exploration of organizational culture. Full review >

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NONFICTION

CO SPECS

by Cas Oh photographed by Debbie Bragg

A sparkling handbook for bartenders and aficionados, full of intriguing information and literary charm. Full review >

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NONFICTION

ART | COMMERCE

photographed by Steven J. Riskind by Steven J. Riskind

An engrossing portrait of artisanship as a blend of mechanical genius and human fulfillment. Full review >

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NONFICTION

YOU'VE GOT RED ON YOU

by Clark Collis

A sharply written, thorough, and loving tribute to a modern-day cinema classic. Full review >

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