Christina Warren

This memoir by a former child actor details her struggles with eating disorders, addiction, and a tumultuous relationship with her overbearing mother who pushed her to become a star. Despite achieving fame on Nickelodeon, the author's anxiety and self-loathing only worsened. When her mother passed away from cancer, the author finally finds the strength to quit acting and embark on a journey of self-discovery and recovery. Told with refreshing honesty and dark humor, this memoir is an inspiring tale of resilience and independence.

Take a dive into the dark world of religious belief in America. Under The Banner of Heaven is a shocking nonfiction book that explores the violent past and present of America's fastest-growing religion - Mormonism. Author Jon Krakauer, known for his insightful chronicles of lives lived at the outer limits, paints a bone-chilling narrative of messianic delusion, polygamy, unyielding faith, and savage violence. The book follows a meticulously researched account of the appalling double murder committed by two Mormon Fundamentalist brothers, Ron and Dan Lafferty, who believed they were following a divine command. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in exploring the extremes of religious belief and the nature of human behavior.

Experience a heartwarming tale of friendship as Jess and Leslie create their own magical kingdom, Terabithia, where anything is possible. Despite a rocky start, the two become inseparable, and their imaginations unleash a world of adventure and wonder. Don't miss this captivating and enchanting read.

Enter a wondrous world of chocolate where anything is possible! Journey alongside Charlie Bucket as he discovers one of Mr. Willy Wonka's coveted Golden Tickets and embarks on a day of pure imagination inside the mysterious chocolate factory. Brace yourself for the unexpected...there's no telling what surprises lie ahead!

Growing up with a mischievous younger brother can be tough, especially when he's constantly causing chaos like Fudge. Whether he's making a mess in public places or attempting to fly, Fudge is always getting away with everything. When he takes Peter's pet turtle, Peter has had enough. How will he get his parents to notice him? A hilarious and relatable tale of sibling rivalry and growing up.

A boy named Leigh struggles with loneliness and anger due to his absent father and being the new kid at school. But when his teacher assigns a letter-writing project, Leigh chooses to reach out to his favorite author who responds with a surprising and life-changing answer. A heartwarming story about the power of connection and empathy.

Growing up is tough for Ramona Quimby, who is now eight years old. With her mom working, her dad back in school, and new responsibilities popping up left and right, Ramona's feeling the pressure. She's expected to behave for her babysitter, ride the school bus solo, and deal with annoying schoolmates, including the infamous Danny the Yard Ape. But Ramona proves she's up to the challenge, learning valuable lessons along the way. Don't miss this timeless classic, now featuring a foreword by Amy Poehler and an interview with beloved author Beverly Cleary.

Discover the truth behind the supposed innovative technologies adopted by law enforcement in this eye-opening investigation. Matt Stroud's Thin Blue Lie reveals the flaws of these tools that were meant to transform policing, and how they have made it worse, culminating in the current crisis that it is in. Learn about the history of these changes and how corporate interests have insinuated themselves into law enforcement, resulting in a system that is more discriminatory and reckless than ever before. A must-read for anyone seeking to understand how policing became what it is today.

This ground-breaking memoir delves into the mind of an over-diagnosed generation characterized by Kurt Cobain, Xanax, and pierced tongues. Chronicling her journey through depression and drug abuse, Elizabeth Wurtzel offers a witty and poignant exploration of psychopharmacology during a unique era. A must-read for fans of Girl, Interrupted and Sylvia Plath's The Bell Jar.