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Memoir coach and author Marion Roach

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Five New Memoirs To Read

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READING IS A TEAM SPORT, one that takes a village of people in which we pass, hand-to-hand or by word of mouth, the books we love. I had two books literally pressed into my hand this week, both gifts from other readers. And then there are those I read about online that I feel I must press into yours.

Consider yourself part of the team. But remember: Do the same for the next person. Share this list, add what you’re reading. Be generous. Memoir deserves nothing less.

Here is what I’ve been reading about recently.

  • Bustle’s 5 Feminist Messages from the Must-Read New Memoir “Love Warrior.”
  • A lovely, smart friend of mine sat me down and read to me from this book the other night. It was divine. The whole experience.
  • Bryan Cranston. His memoir. What more do I need to say?
  • “When in French.” Lauren Collins’ new book. This is getting the very best reviews everywhere.
  • Treyf. Know the word? Read the book.

And you?

What’s on your nightstand?

I got this fabulous photo from The Public Domain Review. Thank you.

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  1. Judith Henry says

    September 30, 2016 at 12:15 pm

    Marion – You had me at “treyf.” Love the photograph!

  2. Sherrey Meyer says

    September 30, 2016 at 10:33 pm

    Wonderful and intriguing list! I’ve read some of John LeCarre’s novels, but never expected a memoir. And “treyf?” Who knew what it is/was? Interesting concept for a memoir.

    Currently, I’m reading Judith Barrington’s Lifesaving and Abigail Thomas’s A Three Dog Life. Neither of these is new, but were recommended by my writing coach.

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