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The Best Memoir & Biography of 2024, chosen by Multcolib staff

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Recommendations for adults from Multnomah County Library staff. Click on a title to find all available formats.

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A Black Girl in the Middle

A Black Girl in the Middle

Essays on (allegedly) Figuring It All Out

by Golding, Shenequa

Book - 2024

Short, insightful, and humorous essays about being a Black woman in the U.S. as well as a first generation Jamaican American from an immigrant family. Talks about micro and macro aggressions with humor. -Alicia T. Short, insightful, and humorous essays about being a Black woman in the U.S. as well as a first generation Jamaican American from an immigrant family. Talks about micro and macro aggressions with humor. -Alicia T. Show less

Short, insightful, and humorous essays about being a Black woman in the U.S. as well as a first generation Jamaican American from an immigrant family. Talks about micro and macro aggressions with humor. -Alicia T. Short, insightful, and humorous essays about being a Black woman in the U.S. as well as a first generation Jamaican American from an immigrant family. Talks about micro and macro aggressions with humor. -Alicia T. Show less

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A Woman in the Polar Night

A Woman in the Polar Night

by Ritter, Christiane

Book - 2024

I am not friends with the cold, but she painted the Arctic so beautifully that I am pining for it. -Heather E. I am not friends with the cold, but she painted the Arctic so beautifully that I am pining for it. -Heather E. Show less

I am not friends with the cold, but she painted the Arctic so beautifully that I am pining for it. -Heather E. I am not friends with the cold, but she painted the Arctic so beautifully that I am pining for it. -Heather E. Show less

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Alphabetical Diaries

Alphabetical Diaries

by Heti, Sheila

Book - 2024

I will never not think of this and its organization when making a journal entry. -Heather E. I will never not think of this and its organization when making a journal entry. -Heather E. Show less

I will never not think of this and its organization when making a journal entry. -Heather E. I will never not think of this and its organization when making a journal entry. -Heather E. Show less

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Bits and Pieces

Bits and Pieces

My Mother, My Brother, and Me

by Goldberg, Whoopi

Book - 2024

Whoopi is a great storyteller which made this memoir a page turner. A wonderful love letter to her mother and brother--I didn't want it to end. -Laural W....Show more Whoopi is a great storyteller which made this memoir a page turner. A wonderful love letter to her mother and brother--I didn't want it to end. -Laural W. Very relatable, especially when it comes to family, grief and loss. She is such a big presence, but she seems very much like the average person navigating life. -Tamara S. Show less

Whoopi is a great storyteller which made this memoir a page turner. A wonderful love letter to her mother and brother--I didn't want it to end. -Laural W....Show more Whoopi is a great storyteller which made this memoir a page turner. A wonderful love letter to her mother and brother--I didn't want it to end. -Laural W. Very relatable, especially when it comes to family, grief and loss. She is such a big presence, but she seems very much like the average person navigating life. -Tamara S. Show less

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Black Friend

Black Friend

Essays

by Ziwe

Book - 2023

Ziwe does hilarious interviews that can be quite confrontational and tackles difficult subjects in a way that brings a lot of joy. - Lilly J. Ziwe does hilarious interviews that can be quite confrontational and tackles difficult subjects in a way that brings a lot of joy. - Lilly J. Show less

Ziwe does hilarious interviews that can be quite confrontational and tackles difficult subjects in a way that brings a lot of joy. - Lilly J. Ziwe does hilarious interviews that can be quite confrontational and tackles difficult subjects in a way that brings a lot of joy. - Lilly J. Show less

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Dirty Laundry

Dirty Laundry

Why Adults With ADHD Are So Ashamed and What We Can Do to Help

by Pink, Richard (Writer on attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder)

Book - 2023

A humorous and insightful book about a couple's struggle with ADHD diagnosed late in life. Very readable and designed to address specific challenges and solutions. -Bruce J. A humorous and insightful book about a couple's struggle with ADHD diagnosed late in life. Very readable and designed to address specific challenges and solutions. -Bruce J. Show less

A humorous and insightful book about a couple's struggle with ADHD diagnosed late in life. Very readable and designed to address specific challenges and solutions. -Bruce J. A humorous and insightful book about a couple's struggle with ADHD diagnosed late in life. Very readable and designed to address specific challenges and solutions. -Bruce J. Show less

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Dolly Parton Behind the Seams

Dolly Parton Behind the Seams

My Life in Rhinestones

by Parton, Dolly

Book - 2023

In this amazing book you will find the most beautiful and gorgeous dresses, boots, notes and quotes, bright like only Dolly does. And of course the book is big and PINK!! -Mara B. In this amazing book you will find the most beautiful and gorgeous dresses, boots, notes and quotes, bright like only Dolly does. And of course the book is big and PINK!! -Mara B. Show less

In this amazing book you will find the most beautiful and gorgeous dresses, boots, notes and quotes, bright like only Dolly does. And of course the book is big and PINK!! -Mara B. In this amazing book you will find the most beautiful and gorgeous dresses, boots, notes and quotes, bright like only Dolly does. And of course the book is big and PINK!! -Mara B. Show less

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Doppelganger

Doppelganger

A Trip Into the Mirror World

by Klein, Naomi

Book - 2023

A fascinating journey of being perpetually confused with someone else on social media (Naomi Klein with Naomi Wolf). Also a great exposé of how a person's politics can shift over time in a toxic way. -Dave R. A fascinating journey of being perpetually confused with someone else on social media (Naomi Klein with Naomi Wolf). Also a great exposé of how a person's politics can shift over time in a toxic way. -Dave R. Show less

A fascinating journey of being perpetually confused with someone else on social media (Naomi Klein with Naomi Wolf). Also a great exposé of how a person's politics can shift over time in a toxic way. -Dave R. A fascinating journey of being perpetually confused with someone else on social media (Naomi Klein with Naomi Wolf). Also a great exposé of how a person's politics can shift over time in a toxic way. -Dave R. Show less

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Fat Off, Fat on

Fat Off, Fat on

A Big Bitch Manifesto

by Kent, Clarkisha

Book - 2023

The author's coming of age was as hilarious as it was tragic. You watch her navigating fat phobia and learning the importance of therapy. I'd recommend it...Show more The author's coming of age was as hilarious as it was tragic. You watch her navigating fat phobia and learning the importance of therapy. I'd recommend it to anyone who enjoys comical and inspirational stories combined with social criticism. -Lanel J. Show less

The author's coming of age was as hilarious as it was tragic. You watch her navigating fat phobia and learning the importance of therapy. I'd recommend it...Show more The author's coming of age was as hilarious as it was tragic. You watch her navigating fat phobia and learning the importance of therapy. I'd recommend it to anyone who enjoys comical and inspirational stories combined with social criticism. -Lanel J. Show less

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Gaytheist

Gaytheist

Coming Out of My Orthodox Childhood

by Mann, Lonnie

Graphic Novel - 2024

Coming of age and coming out in an Orthodox home is not easy. This memoir will make you pause, reflect, and reconsider what other people have gone through to get where they are today. - Matt S. Coming of age and coming out in an Orthodox home is not easy. This memoir will make you pause, reflect, and reconsider what other people have gone through to get where they are today. - Matt S. Show less

Coming of age and coming out in an Orthodox home is not easy. This memoir will make you pause, reflect, and reconsider what other people have gone through to get where they are today. - Matt S. Coming of age and coming out in an Orthodox home is not easy. This memoir will make you pause, reflect, and reconsider what other people have gone through to get where they are today. - Matt S. Show less

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If You Can't Take the Heat

If You Can't Take the Heat

Tales of Food, Feminism, and Fury

by DeRuiter, Geraldine

Book - 2024

Whether she's writing an essay about the cinnamon rolls recipe in Mario Batali's terrible sexual-harassment apology letter or one about the most horrible ...Show more Whether she's writing an essay about the cinnamon rolls recipe in Mario Batali's terrible sexual-harassment apology letter or one about the most horrible restaurant experience ever, this author is hilarious and charming, and just as furious as circumstances require. -Diana A. Show less

Whether she's writing an essay about the cinnamon rolls recipe in Mario Batali's terrible sexual-harassment apology letter or one about the most horrible ...Show more Whether she's writing an essay about the cinnamon rolls recipe in Mario Batali's terrible sexual-harassment apology letter or one about the most horrible restaurant experience ever, this author is hilarious and charming, and just as furious as circumstances require. -Diana A. Show less

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In the Jingle Jangle Jungle

In the Jingle Jangle Jungle

Keeping Time With the Brian Jonestown Massacre

by Gion, Joel

Book - 2024

An insider's view into 90's indie rock up and down the West Coast. Great writing and stories. -Larry L. An insider's view into 90's indie rock up and down the West Coast. Great writing and stories. -Larry L. Show less

An insider's view into 90's indie rock up and down the West Coast. Great writing and stories. -Larry L. An insider's view into 90's indie rock up and down the West Coast. Great writing and stories. -Larry L. Show less

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Journal of A Black Queer Nurse

Journal of A Black Queer Nurse

by Daniels, Britney

Book - 2023

Black LGBTQ+ emergency room nurse from a working class background decides to keep a daily diary to deal with the trauma and systemic racism she sees in the healthcare system. -Lanel J. Black LGBTQ+ emergency room nurse from a working class background decides to keep a daily diary to deal with the trauma and systemic racism she sees in the healthcare system. -Lanel J. Show less

Black LGBTQ+ emergency room nurse from a working class background decides to keep a daily diary to deal with the trauma and systemic racism she sees in the healthcare system. -Lanel J. Black LGBTQ+ emergency room nurse from a working class background decides to keep a daily diary to deal with the trauma and systemic racism she sees in the healthcare system. -Lanel J. Show less

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Leslie F*cking Jones

Leslie F*cking Jones

A Memoir

by Jones, Leslie

Book - 2023

An honest and interesting account of her life. -Carlyn B. An honest and interesting account of her life. -Carlyn B. Show less

An honest and interesting account of her life. -Carlyn B. An honest and interesting account of her life. -Carlyn B. Show less

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Living With Inattentive ADHD

Living With Inattentive ADHD

Climbing the Circular Staircase of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

by Hammer, Cynthia

Book - 2023

The author's story of living with late-diagnosed Inattentive ADHD offers a valuable look at a brain disorder that many doctors believe is largely undiagnosed, particularly among girls. -Bruce J. The author's story of living with late-diagnosed Inattentive ADHD offers a valuable look at a brain disorder that many doctors believe is largely undiagnosed, particularly among girls. -Bruce J. Show less

The author's story of living with late-diagnosed Inattentive ADHD offers a valuable look at a brain disorder that many doctors believe is largely undiagnosed, particularly among girls. -Bruce J. The author's story of living with late-diagnosed Inattentive ADHD offers a valuable look at a brain disorder that many doctors believe is largely undiagnosed, particularly among girls. -Bruce J. Show less

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Loud

Loud

Accept Nothing Less Than the Life You Deserve

by Afualo, Drew

Book - 2024

Afualo’s ability to weave humor and relatability into her writing is outstanding. It feels like a conversation with a trusted friend or who has been through the trenches and has come out stronger on the other side. -Kaeli A. Afualo’s ability to weave humor and relatability into her writing is outstanding. It feels like a conversation with a trusted friend or who has been through the trenches and has come out stronger on the other side. -Kaeli A. Show less

Afualo’s ability to weave humor and relatability into her writing is outstanding. It feels like a conversation with a trusted friend or who has been through the trenches and has come out stronger on the other side. -Kaeli A. Afualo’s ability to weave humor and relatability into her writing is outstanding. It feels like a conversation with a trusted friend or who has been through the trenches and has come out stronger on the other side. -Kaeli A. Show less

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Loving Sylvia Plath

Loving Sylvia Plath

A Reclamation

by Van Duyne, Emily

Book - 2024

New access to old letters mean more information for hungry Plath fans. -Heather E. New access to old letters mean more information for hungry Plath fans. -Heather E. Show less

New access to old letters mean more information for hungry Plath fans. -Heather E. New access to old letters mean more information for hungry Plath fans. -Heather E. Show less

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Medgar & Myrlie

Medgar & Myrlie

Medgar Evers and the Love Story That Awakened America

by Reid, Joy-Ann

Book - 2024

Among the assassinations of black activists in the US, we tend to know the least about Medgar Evers and his family. Reid does a great job sharing this love story which includes love for a true democracy. -Heidi H. Among the assassinations of black activists in the US, we tend to know the least about Medgar Evers and his family. Reid does a great job sharing this love story which includes love for a true democracy. -Heidi H. Show less

Among the assassinations of black activists in the US, we tend to know the least about Medgar Evers and his family. Reid does a great job sharing this love story which includes love for a true democracy. -Heidi H. Among the assassinations of black activists in the US, we tend to know the least about Medgar Evers and his family. Reid does a great job sharing this love story which includes love for a true democracy. -Heidi H. Show less

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Men Have Called Her Crazy

Men Have Called Her Crazy

A Memoir

by Tendler, Anna Marie

Book - 2024

A lot of people were mad she didn't talk about her marriage to her famous ex, but they missed the more important stuff, how promises of the patriarchy are false and devastating, but how one can learn to be sturdier. -Sarah M. A lot of people were mad she didn't talk about her marriage to her famous ex, but they missed the more important stuff, how promises of the patriarchy are false and devastating, but how one can learn to be sturdier. -Sarah M. Show less

A lot of people were mad she didn't talk about her marriage to her famous ex, but they missed the more important stuff, how promises of the patriarchy are false and devastating, but how one can learn to be sturdier. -Sarah M. A lot of people were mad she didn't talk about her marriage to her famous ex, but they missed the more important stuff, how promises of the patriarchy are false and devastating, but how one can learn to be sturdier. -Sarah M. Show less

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Molly

Molly

by Butler, Blake

Book - 2023

Harrowing and beautiful. A heartbreaking read about loss, beautifully rendered and full of twists. - Larry L. Intense, gutting, but so good. -Heather E. Harrowing and beautiful. A heartbreaking read about loss, beautifully rendered and full of twists. - Larry L. Intense, gutting, but so good. -Heather E. Show less

Harrowing and beautiful. A heartbreaking read about loss, beautifully rendered and full of twists. - Larry L. Intense, gutting, but so good. -Heather E. Harrowing and beautiful. A heartbreaking read about loss, beautifully rendered and full of twists. - Larry L. Intense, gutting, but so good. -Heather E. Show less

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One Week in January

One Week in January

New Paintings for An Old Diary

by Ellis, Carson

Book - 2024

I came for the stylish and personal paintings, but I stayed for the diary entries. This one is full of heart, and full of what makes Portland so special t...Show more I came for the stylish and personal paintings, but I stayed for the diary entries. This one is full of heart, and full of what makes Portland so special to those that moved here in their early adulthood. For lovers of "Old Portland" and new, this one's for you. - Casey L. Show less

I came for the stylish and personal paintings, but I stayed for the diary entries. This one is full of heart, and full of what makes Portland so special t...Show more I came for the stylish and personal paintings, but I stayed for the diary entries. This one is full of heart, and full of what makes Portland so special to those that moved here in their early adulthood. For lovers of "Old Portland" and new, this one's for you. - Casey L. Show less

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Pageboy

Pageboy

A Memoir

by Page, Elliot

Book - 2023

This well written book for teens and adults is both sad and poetic at times; ultimately, he finds his path in this memoir that will help others. -Jenn B. This well written book for teens and adults is both sad and poetic at times; ultimately, he finds his path in this memoir that will help others. -Jenn B. Show less

This well written book for teens and adults is both sad and poetic at times; ultimately, he finds his path in this memoir that will help others. -Jenn B. This well written book for teens and adults is both sad and poetic at times; ultimately, he finds his path in this memoir that will help others. -Jenn B. Show less

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Rebel Girl

Rebel Girl

My Life as A Feminist Punk

by Hanna, Kathleen

Book - 2024

GIRLS TO THE FRONT!! I tore through this memoir. Each chapter is short, but still packed with self-reflection and captivating stories. -Alison H. ...Show more GIRLS TO THE FRONT!! I tore through this memoir. Each chapter is short, but still packed with self-reflection and captivating stories. -Alison H. I read this cover to cover with only a brief pause to sleep. Hanna's writing is as powerful as her story. -Larry L. Show less

GIRLS TO THE FRONT!! I tore through this memoir. Each chapter is short, but still packed with self-reflection and captivating stories. -Alison H. ...Show more GIRLS TO THE FRONT!! I tore through this memoir. Each chapter is short, but still packed with self-reflection and captivating stories. -Alison H. I read this cover to cover with only a brief pause to sleep. Hanna's writing is as powerful as her story. -Larry L. Show less

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Rooted

Rooted

The American Legacy of Land Theft and the Modern Movement for Black Land Ownership

by Baker, Brea

Book - 2024

This thoughtful and insightful book is about the ways Black people have been systemically pushed off the land and out of land ownership. It will absorb anyone interested in community action, land stewardship, family history and memoirs. -Jem J. This thoughtful and insightful book is about the ways Black people have been systemically pushed off the land and out of land ownership. It will absorb anyone interested in community action, land stewardship, family history and memoirs. -Jem J. Show less

This thoughtful and insightful book is about the ways Black people have been systemically pushed off the land and out of land ownership. It will absorb anyone interested in community action, land stewardship, family history and memoirs. -Jem J. This thoughtful and insightful book is about the ways Black people have been systemically pushed off the land and out of land ownership. It will absorb anyone interested in community action, land stewardship, family history and memoirs. -Jem J. Show less

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Secret Harvests

Secret Harvests

A Hidden Story of Separation and the Resilience of A Family Farm

by Masumoto, David Mas

Book - 2023

The author reflects on the complications of his family's splintered history, exacerbated by the impacts of societal racism and discrimination against peop...Show more The author reflects on the complications of his family's splintered history, exacerbated by the impacts of societal racism and discrimination against people with disabilities. He also shows beautifully the opportunities that exist for lasting connections and healing. -Rebecca S. Show less

The author reflects on the complications of his family's splintered history, exacerbated by the impacts of societal racism and discrimination against peop...Show more The author reflects on the complications of his family's splintered history, exacerbated by the impacts of societal racism and discrimination against people with disabilities. He also shows beautifully the opportunities that exist for lasting connections and healing. -Rebecca S. Show less

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