New York Times Bestsellers – NonFiction

In the first volume of his presidential memoirs, Barack Obama offers personal reflections on his formative years and pivotal moments through his first term.

The Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist examines aspects of caste systems across civilizations and reveals a rigid hierarchy in America today.

The Academy Award-winning actor shares snippets from the diaries he kept over the last 35 years.

The activist and public speaker describes her journey of listening to her inner voice.

Twenty lessons from the 20th century about the course of tyranny.

The former first lady describes her journey from the South Side of Chicago to the White House, and how she balanced work, family and her husband’s political ascent.

How trauma affects the body and mind, and innovative treatments for recovery.

A memoir about growing up biracial in apartheid South Africa by the host of “The Daily Show.”

A memoir by the daughter of immigrants who is currently serving as the 49th vice president.

A collection of essays examining the functions and importance of works of fiction.

A primer for creating a more just and equitable society through identifying and opposing racism.

A re-examination of a basic biological function and a look at the science behind ancient breathing practices.

Historical and cultural analyses on what causes defensive moves by white people and how this inhibits cross-racial dialogue.

A botanist and member of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation espouses having an understanding and appreciation of plants and animals.

Winner of the 2015 National Book Award for nonfiction. A meditation on race in America as well as a personal story, framed as a letter to the author's teenage son.