Entertainment & Celebrities

Alyson Stoner narrates her revelatory and incisive memoir—from family violence and betrayal, to eating disorders and religious trauma—which may begin in Hollywood, but its chilling relatability will resonate with anyone navigating identity, privacy, purpose, and mental health in a digital age.

With unflinching honesty, Academy Award-winning actor Matthew McConaughey shares unconventional wisdom and lessons learned the hard way about living with greater satisfaction.

Iconic, beloved actor and living legend Sir Patrick Stewart shares his stunning memoir, a revealing portrait of a driven artist whose astonishing life—from his humble beginnings in Yorkshire, England, to the heights of Hollywood and worldwide acclaim.

iCarly and Sam & Cat star Jennette McCurdy shares her struggles as a former child actor—including eating disorders, addiction, and a complicated relationship with her overbearing mother—and how she retook control of her life.

Acclaimed actor Jeremy Renner narrates his gripping and inspiring story of a near-fatal accident and what he learned about inner strength, endurance and hope as he overcame insurmountable odds to recover, one breath at a time. This program includes a note written and read by his daughter, Ava.

From TLC’s Sister Wives star Christine Brown Woolley, a groundbreaking and heartfelt memoir about living in a family like no other and finding the strength to leave polygamy—and the only life she’s known—behind.

Surprisingly vulnerable and always outrageous, Chelsea Handler captures the antic-filled, exhilarating, and joyful life she’s built—a life that makes the rest of us think, I’ll have what she’s having.

In 2009, Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band performed at the Super Bowl's halftime show. The experience was so exhilarating that Bruce decided to write about it....

Here is Trump in action—how he runs his organization and how he runs his life....

In June 2021, the whole world was listening as Britney Spears spoke in open court. The impact of sharing her voice—her truth—was undeniable, and it changed the course of her life and the lives of countless others. The Woman in Me reveals for the first time her incredible journey.

One of the most dynamic and globally recognized entertainment forces of our time opens up fully about his life, in a brave and inspiring book that traces his learning curve to a place where outer success, inner happiness, and human connection are aligned....

People ask me how come I'm still alive, and I don't know what to say....

An intimate memoir from Vanderpump Rules star Scheana Shay, delving into everything from the origin story of the iconic show, to her struggles with fertility and pregnancy loss, and the behind-the-scenes moments that were left on the cutting room floor.

New York Times bestselling author Amy Odell takes listeners inside the world of one of the most influential and polarizing celebrities of the modern era—complete with exclusive new stories about her childhood, acting career, romances, and her lifestyle brand Goop.

A raw, fearless memoir from the Grammy Award-winning artist, actor, and designer Kid Cudi about a kid from Cleveland who found purpose in the darkness and became a guiding light for a generation.

In my book, you will meet a little girl named Viola who ran from her past until she made a life-changing decision to stop running forever. This is my story, from a crumbling apartment in Central Falls, Rhode Island, to the stage in New York City, and beyond....

From the Academy Award–winning actor and #1 New York Times bestselling author of Greenlights comes an inspiring, faith-filled, and often hilarious collection of personal poetry and prayers about navigating the rodeo of life and chasing down the original dream, belief.

Bono—artist, activist, and the lead singer of Irish rock band U2—has written a memoir: honest and irreverent, intimate and profound, Surrender is the story of the remarkable life he’s lived, the challenges he’s faced, and the friends and family who have shaped him....

Born to an American myth and raised in the wilds of Graceland, Lisa Marie Presley tells her whole story for the first time in this raw, riveting, one-of-a-kind memoir faithfully completed by her daughter, Riley Keough.

Join award-winning filmmaker Ron Howard and audience-favorite actor Clint Howard as they frankly and fondly share their unusual family story of navigating and surviving life as sibling child actors....

Get a rare glimpse into the mind of Karrion Kross, the 6'4", 265-pound powerhouse known for his ferocity in the ring but admired for his thoughtful perseverance outside of it.

From the indie rock star of Japanese Breakfast fame, and author of the viral 2018 New Yorker essay that shares the title of this book, comes an unflinching, powerful memoir about growing up Korean American, losing her mother, and forging her own identity....

Superstar of stage, screen, recordings, and television Barbra Streisand tells her own story about her life and extraordinary career.

Poetic and powerful, I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings is a modern American classic....

Hey you guys, it’s Leslie. I’m excited to share my story with you....

Actor-dancer Alyson Stoner narrates her revelatory and incisive memoir—from family violence and betrayal, to eating disorders and religious trauma—which may begin in Hollywood, but its chilling relatability will resonate with anyone navigating identity, privacy, purpose, and mental health in a digital age.

New York Times bestselling author Amy Odell takes listeners inside the world of one of the most influential and polarizing celebrities of the modern era—complete with exclusive new stories about her childhood, acting career, romances, and her lifestyle brand Goop.

Get a rare glimpse into the mind of Karrion Kross, the 6'4", 265-pound powerhouse known for his ferocity in the ring but admired for his thoughtful perseverance outside of it. This book is packed with heartache, humor, and invaluable lessons, revealing the real man behind the menacing exterior and his relentless journey to the top of sports entertainment.

Cudi: The Memoir is Scott Mescudi’s most personal work yet. Across a trailblazing career, he’s turned pain into poetry with anthems like “Day ’N’ Nite,” “Pursuit of Happiness,” and “Mr. Rager.” His music gave voice to the unheard and hope to the unseen. But while he was ascending to cultural dominance, he was quietly unraveling. Written during a time of deep self-discovery, Cudi is a story of survival—through depression, addiction, isolation, and doubt. In his own words, Scott charts the journey back to himself, offering hard-earned lessons on vulnerability, reinvention, and courage.

In this “explosive” (Us Weekly) and “brutally honest” (E! Online) memoir, Jodie Sweetin, once Danny Tanner’s bubbly daughter on America’s favorite family sitcom, takes listeners behind the scenes of Full House and into her terrifying—and uplifting—real-life story of addiction and recovery.

A fascinating behind-the-scenes account of the making of Bruce Springsteen’s ground-breaking album, Born to Run–one of the most iconic records in rock history–Tonight in Jungleland combines lush music writing with unprecedented inside access to Springsteen, his bandmates, and the full story behind every song… and coincides with the album’s 50th anniversary in August 2025.

In early 1960’s Palo Alto, Jerry Garcia randomly opened a dictionary to a fable in which an appreciative soul repays the generosity of a traveler by delivering him a fortune, a “gift of the grateful dead.” After a traumatic car accident that injured him and killed a close friend, Garcia had recently resolved to build the life he wanted, which meant making music. He had practiced relentlessly and caromed across the northern California folk and bluegrass scene, gathered up some fellow musicians and formed a band. Now they had their name.

For fans of Sam Wasson and Glenn Frankel, a cultural history about the making and lasting significance of Sunset Boulevard, whose piercing—and in many ways, prophetic—critiques of fame continue to resonate today.

Two brave journalists dare to expose the music industry's darkest secret; that country music legend, Garth Brooks, may very well be, a blood-thirsty serial killer. Through a combination of interviews with federal law enforcement, criminologists, and music insiders, as well as exhaustive research into Garth’s connection to hundreds of unsolved homicides and missing persons, the authors piece together their satirical case.

There has never been a definitive, forensically detailed history of Oasis and their music; a book that takes listeners to the heart of the band's work and what lay behind it in the kind of deeply researched, knowledgeable detail that has been afforded The Beatles, perhaps most notably with Ian MacDonald's Revolution In the Head, which examined every Beatles song in chronological detail.

From 1941 to 1953, director John Huston and actor Humphrey Bogart made one classic film after another, from The Maltese Falcon to The African Queen. Here is the story of their close but combative friendship that produced some of the best movies ever made. Their friendship was as dramatic as any of their movies. It survived nine marriages, a world war, the blacklist, leeches, alcohol, and Jack L. Warner.

La modelo y empresaria, ganadora del reality show La Casa de los Famosos 4, confiesa los secretos y la dramática realidad de su vida y de los escándalos que acapararon portadas de periódicos y revistas. Maripily revela el sufrimiento que le trajo la muerte de su madre, el maltrato que sufrió a manos de su madrastra y la alegría que experimentó con la llegada de su hijo, Joe Joe.

Michael K. Williams was more than a celebrated actor—he was a cultural force whose artistry transformed television and whose honesty illuminated the struggles hidden beneath fame. Michael K. Williams: Omar Forever is the definitive biography of the man behind one of the most iconic roles in modern television: Omar Little in The Wire. From his childhood in Brooklyn’s East Flatbush to global recognition as a groundbreaking performer, this book traces the journey of a man whose life was as complex as the characters he portrayed. Williams first found success as a dancer touring with Madonna...

John Coltrane’s final years burned with a ferocity few could endure and even fewer could understand. Between 1965 and his death in 1967, Coltrane abandoned the safety of melody and form, dismantled the very structures he had once perfected, and plunged headlong into sound as spirit, sound as prayer. Ascension, Meditations, Om, Kulu Sé Mama, Expression, and the stark duets of Interstellar Space—these recordings, once dismissed as chaos, now stand as some of the most radical music ever made. This book is not a cradle-to-grave biography. It is a forensic, passionate chronicle of those ...

Chadwick Boseman was more than a movie star—he was a force of cultural transformation. Chadwick Boseman: Purpose on Screen takes readers behind the roles that defined a generation, from Jackie Robinson in 42 and James Brown in Get on Up to the historic portrayal of T’Challa in Marvel’s Black Panther. With cinematic detail and authoritative storytelling, this biography explores the journey of a man who refused stereotypes, demanded authenticity, and redefined what representation in Hollywood could mean. Born in Anderson, South Carolina, Boseman’s early discipline and creative spark ...

Taylor Hawkins was more than the drummer of Foo Fighters—he was the band’s heartbeat, a showman whose joy behind the kit defined an era of rock. From his sun-soaked youth in Laguna Beach to the explosive stages of global stadiums, Hawkins lived with unrelenting energy and an infectious grin that made him unforgettable. His journey carried him from garage bands and surf culture through early touring hardships, a breakout role with Alanis Morissette, and ultimately the brotherhood of Foo Fighters alongside Dave Grohl. This definitive biography traces Hawkins’s life and legacy in vivid ...

Matt Chamberlain has shaped the sound of modern music from behind the kit—without most listeners ever knowing his name. From anchoring Edie Brickell’s breakthrough tours to tracking with David Bowie, Bob Dylan, Fiona Apple, Tori Amos, Shakira, The Wallflowers, and hundreds more, Chamberlain has mastered the art of disappearing into the song while leaving an unmistakable fingerprint. Matt Chamberlain: The Ghost in the Machine takes readers deep inside his world. Drawing on decades of session work, live performance, and studio innovation, this definitive biography follows Chamberlain from...

Chad Wackerman’s name may not dominate mainstream headlines, but in the world of elite drumming, his reputation is unmatched. The Quiet Virtuoso takes readers deep into the craft, career, and philosophy of a drummer whose work with Frank Zappa, Allan Holdsworth, and other musical innovators set the gold standard for precision, adaptability, and professional integrity. From his early years in a musically active Los Angeles household to his high-pressure audition for Zappa, Wackerman’s journey is one of discipline, preparation, and mastery in the service of music. Each chapter unpacks a ...

Ginger Baker redefined rock drumming, fusing jazz sophistication, African polyrhythms, and unrelenting drive into a revolutionary approach that influenced generations of musicians. Ginger Baker: Genius, Conflict, and the Art of Rhythm delves deep into the life of one of the most formidable drummers in modern music history, from his Blitz-era London upbringing to his later years in South Africa. This definitive biography balances technical mastery with personal complexity, providing readers with both insight into Baker’s groundbreaking performances and a clear understanding of the human ...

Terry Bozzio redefined what it means to be a drummer. Known for his groundbreaking work with Frank Zappa, Missing Persons, and his unprecedented solo compositions, Bozzio transformed the drum kit into a melodic, architectural instrument. Terry Bozzio: The Percussion Universe is the definitive, musician-grade biography, chronicling his evolution from San Leandro’s surf rock scene to commanding recital halls worldwide with tuned tom melodies, metric layering, and sprawling custom kits. Through detailed analysis, this book decodes Bozzio’s innovations with precision: the drum corps ...

Steve Gadd is one of the most recorded and imitated drummers in music history. From Paul Simon’s “50 Ways to Leave Your Lover” to Steely Dan’s Aja, from Chick Corea’s blistering jazz fusion to James Taylor’s delicate ballads, his playing has defined what it means to serve the song while elevating it. Steve Gadd: The Blueprint is the definitive, musician-grade biography of a drummer whose feel, sound, and discipline became the global standard for session work. Drawing on decades of documented performances, session logs, and first-hand accounts, this book traces Gadd’s journey ...

Mike Mangini: Precision as Philosophy is the definitive deep dive into one of progressive metal’s most exacting and innovative drummers. From dismantling gadgets in a Massachusetts garage to engineering world-record speed, Mangini has built a career on the fusion of mechanics, musicality, and relentless refinement. This biography delivers an inside look at his evolution—spanning early practice grids, Berklee College of Music training, Boston club adaptability, technical metal with Extreme, chart-by-chart execution with Steve Vai, and the precision demands of Dream Theater. Drawing on ...

Recorded but Unheard is the untold chronicle of Blue Note’s hidden history—the master tapes that gathered dust while the label built its iconic legacy. Drawing on decades of archival digging, session logs, liner notes, bootlegs, and the memories of surviving sidemen, it reveals how commercial caution, corporate politics, and market bias kept some of jazz’s most vital recordings unheard for generations. From Tina Brooks’ sidelined brilliance to Leo Parker’s overlooked baritone renaissance, from Tyrone Washington’s politically charged 1967 statement to the vault-preserving ...

Mitch Mitchell was more than the drummer for the Jimi Hendrix Experience—he was the rhythmic architect who gave Hendrix’s explosive guitar a framework to soar. Mitch Mitchell: The Man Who Matched Hendrix delivers the definitive, musician-grade biography of the drummer who fused jazz phrasing, rock power, and fearless improvisation into a style that reshaped modern drumming. From postwar London jazz clubs to the roaring stages of Monterey Pop and Woodstock, Mitchell brought a jazz-inflected precision to rock’s most volatile trio. His high-tuned toms, polyrhythmic snare work, and cymbal...

Jonathan “Sugarfoot” Moffett is the drummer you’ve heard a thousand times but may never have seen. From powering Michael Jackson’s biggest tours to locking in with Madonna, Elton John, and Stevie Wonder, his beats have driven the largest pop productions on Earth. In The Pulse of Pop’s Royalty, Moffett’s career is unpacked with the precision of a session chart—revealing the methods, discipline, and technical mastery required to anchor stadium-scale performances. Drawing on decades of experience, this book captures Moffett’s evolution from New Orleans club gigs to commanding ...