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Ben Folds
From genre-defying icon Ben Folds comes a memoir reflecting on art, life and music that is as nuanced, witty and relatable as his cult classic songs.
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John Paul Young
A memoir of iconic Australian singer and performer John Paul Young. John Paul Young is one of the most iconic artistS in Australian music’s history, with over four million world…
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Matthew Polly
The first authoritative biography of film star Bruce Lee, who made martial arts a global phenomenon, bridged the divide between eastern and western cultures, and smashed long-held stereotypes of Asians…
JULIA CHILD
This delightful collection of interviews with The French Chef Julia Child traces her life from her first stab at a writing career fresh out of college; to D.C., Sri Lanka…
Maria Riva
The twenty-fifth anniversary edition of the landmark biography that tells the full-scale, riveting, and untold story of Marlene Dietrich.
Tiffanie DeBartolo
Written by Tiffanie DeBartolo and with art by Pascal Dizin and Lisa Reist, this graphic biography includes archival material provided by Jeff’s mother, Mary Guibert, to reveal the young songwriter…
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Typex
A landmark graphic biography of the king of Pop Art: Andy Warhol
Turia Pitt
Shortlisted for the Readings Young Adult Book Prize 2019
Telling the story of Turia’s life before and after the fire, this young readers’ this book unmasks the real Turia –…
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Michelle Obama
An intimate, powerful, and inspiring memoir by the former First Lady of the United States
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Lena Dunham
For readers of Nora Ephron, Tina Fey, and David Sedaris, this hilarious, poignant, and extremely frank collection of personal essays confirms Lena Dunham - the acclaimed creator, producer, and star…
Lily Allen
British singer Lily Allen reflect on her music, career and life in her first memoir.
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Paul Kelly
A memoir in a hundred songs - classy storytelling from Australia’s most prodigious singer-songwriter.
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Ms Patti Smith
From the National Book Award-winning author of Just Kids: an unforgettable odyssey of a legendary artist, told through the prism of caf.s and haunts she has worked in around the…
Moby
The second volume of Moby’s extraordinary life story is a journey into the dark heart of fame and the demons that lurk just beneath the bling and bluster of the…
Margo Jefferson
Pulitzer Prize-winner Margo Jefferson takes on the legend and legacy of the King of Pop.
RuPaul
A brand-new, official book of RuPaul’s wisest and wittiest life advice, accompanied by 80 fabulous photographs.
Reese Witherspoon
Academy Award-winning actress, producer, and entrepreneur Reese Witherspoon invites you into her world, where she infuses the southern style, parties, and traditions she loves with contemporary flair and charm.
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Alan Cumming
Presents the story of authors journey of discovery, both a memoir of his childhood in Scotland, and an investigation into his family history which would change him forever.
Carrie Fisher
When Carrie Fisher discovered the journals she kept during the filming of the first Star Wars movie, she was astonished to see what they had preserved - plaintive love poems…
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Trevor Noah
One of the comedy world’s fastest-rising stars tells his wild coming of age story during the twilight of apartheid in South Africa and the tumultuous days of freedom that followed…
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Amy Schumer
The highly anticipated first book from award-winning comedian, writer, producer and actress, Amy Schumer.
Anna Kendrick
A collection of humorous autobiographical essays by the Academy Award-nominated actress and star of Pitch Perfect, Twilight, Up in the Air, Into the Woods and Trolls.
Mindy Kaling
Mindy Kaling has found herself at a turning point. In this book, she shares her journey to find fulfilment and adventure in her adult life, be it falling in love…
Amy Poehler
The highly anticipated memoir of actress, comedienne and writer, Amy Poehler.
Tina Fey
Before_ 30 Rock_, Mean Girls and ‘Sarah Palin’, Tina Fey was just a young girl with a dream: a recurring stress dream that she was being chased through a local…
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Anthony Kiedis
In Scar Tissue Anthony Kiedis, charismatic and highly articulate frontman of the Red Hot Chili Peppers, recounts his remarkable life story, and the history of the band itself.
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Jocelyn Moorhouse
A raw and powerful memoir of motherhood, autism and filmmaking by Australian director, Jocelyn Moorhouse
