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Women's History Month Biographies & Memoirs

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Celebrate remarkable women by reading one of these new or forthcoming Library additions.

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Cher

Cher

The Memoir. Part One

by Cher

Book - 2024

The notable pop star and diva offers the first part of her extensive biography about her fascinating life. -Provided by the publisher The notable pop star and diva offers the first part of her extensive biography about her fascinating life. -Provided by the publisher Show less

The notable pop star and diva offers the first part of her extensive biography about her fascinating life. -Provided by the publisher The notable pop star and diva offers the first part of her extensive biography about her fascinating life. -Provided by the publisher Show less

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Memorial Days

Memorial Days

A Memoir

by Brooks, Geraldine

Book - 2025

Having no time to grieve when her husband suddenly died, the author after three years flew to a remote Australian island and stayed in a shack on a pristi...Show more Having no time to grieve when her husband suddenly died, the author after three years flew to a remote Australian island and stayed in a shack on a pristine coast, going days without seeing another person, and pondered the ways cultures grieve and what rituals might help her rebuild her life. -Provided by the publisher Show less

Having no time to grieve when her husband suddenly died, the author after three years flew to a remote Australian island and stayed in a shack on a pristi...Show more Having no time to grieve when her husband suddenly died, the author after three years flew to a remote Australian island and stayed in a shack on a pristine coast, going days without seeing another person, and pondered the ways cultures grieve and what rituals might help her rebuild her life. -Provided by the publisher Show less

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Yoko

Yoko

A Biography

by Sheff, David

Book - 2025

An intimate and revelatory biography of Yoko Ono from the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Beautiful Boy. -Provided by the publisher An intimate and revelatory biography of Yoko Ono from the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Beautiful Boy. -Provided by the publisher Show less

An intimate and revelatory biography of Yoko Ono from the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Beautiful Boy. -Provided by the publisher An intimate and revelatory biography of Yoko Ono from the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Beautiful Boy. -Provided by the publisher Show less

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I'm That Girl

I'm That Girl

Living the Power of My Dreams

by Chiles, Jordan

Book - 2025

This memoir from the two-time Olympian gymnast chronicles her journey to the awards podium while overcoming racism, childhood trauma and devastating setba...Show more This memoir from the two-time Olympian gymnast chronicles her journey to the awards podium while overcoming racism, childhood trauma and devastating setbacks, highlighting the importance of family support and the resilience of the human spirit. -Provided by the publisher Show less

This memoir from the two-time Olympian gymnast chronicles her journey to the awards podium while overcoming racism, childhood trauma and devastating setba...Show more This memoir from the two-time Olympian gymnast chronicles her journey to the awards podium while overcoming racism, childhood trauma and devastating setbacks, highlighting the importance of family support and the resilience of the human spirit. -Provided by the publisher Show less

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Daughter of Daring

Daughter of Daring

The Trick-riding, Train-leaping, Road-racing Life of Helen Gibson, Hollywood's First Stuntwoman

by O'Meara, Mallory

Book - 2025

This biography tells the story of Helen Gibson, America’s first professional stuntwoman, whose daring stunts in early films broke new ground for women in ...Show more This biography tells the story of Helen Gibson, America’s first professional stuntwoman, whose daring stunts in early films broke new ground for women in Hollywood, though her contributions were later overshadowed by a male-dominated action film industry. -Provided by the publisher Show less

This biography tells the story of Helen Gibson, America’s first professional stuntwoman, whose daring stunts in early films broke new ground for women in ...Show more This biography tells the story of Helen Gibson, America’s first professional stuntwoman, whose daring stunts in early films broke new ground for women in Hollywood, though her contributions were later overshadowed by a male-dominated action film industry. -Provided by the publisher Show less

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A Passionate Mind in Relentless Pursuit

A Passionate Mind in Relentless Pursuit

The Vision of Mary McLeod Bethune

by Rooks, Noliwe

Book - 2024

This biography of the passionate educator and presidential advisor examines her career of public service and role as one of the earliest black female acti...Show more This biography of the passionate educator and presidential advisor examines her career of public service and role as one of the earliest black female activists that helped lay the foundation of the modern civil rights movement. -Provided by the publisher Show less

This biography of the passionate educator and presidential advisor examines her career of public service and role as one of the earliest black female acti...Show more This biography of the passionate educator and presidential advisor examines her career of public service and role as one of the earliest black female activists that helped lay the foundation of the modern civil rights movement. -Provided by the publisher Show less

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The Last Secret Agent

The Last Secret Agent

My Life As A Spy Behind Nazi Lines

by Latour, Pippa/ Dobson, Jude

Book - 2025

This posthumously published memoir details the remarkable life of Pippa Latour, the last surviving female British operative of WWII, who conducted sabotag...Show more This posthumously published memoir details the remarkable life of Pippa Latour, the last surviving female British operative of WWII, who conducted sabotage and intelligence work in occupied France, risking her life to fight against Nazi forces and then keeping her actions secret for decades. -Provided by the publisher Show less

This posthumously published memoir details the remarkable life of Pippa Latour, the last surviving female British operative of WWII, who conducted sabotag...Show more This posthumously published memoir details the remarkable life of Pippa Latour, the last surviving female British operative of WWII, who conducted sabotage and intelligence work in occupied France, risking her life to fight against Nazi forces and then keeping her actions secret for decades. -Provided by the publisher Show less

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We Will Be Jaguars

We Will Be Jaguars

A Memoir of My People

by Nenquimo, Nemonte

Book - 2024

From an internationally acclaimed activist comes an impassioned memoir about an indigenous childhood, a clash of cultures and the fight to save the Amazon rainforest. -Provided by the publisher From an internationally acclaimed activist comes an impassioned memoir about an indigenous childhood, a clash of cultures and the fight to save the Amazon rainforest. -Provided by the publisher Show less

From an internationally acclaimed activist comes an impassioned memoir about an indigenous childhood, a clash of cultures and the fight to save the Amazon rainforest. -Provided by the publisher From an internationally acclaimed activist comes an impassioned memoir about an indigenous childhood, a clash of cultures and the fight to save the Amazon rainforest. -Provided by the publisher Show less

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Becoming Spectacular

Becoming Spectacular

The Rhythm of Resilience From the First African American Rockette

by Jones, Jennifer

Book - 2025

A trailblazing African- American dancer recounts her groundbreaking journey to becoming a Radio City Rockette, overcoming racism, resistance and barriers ...Show more A trailblazing African- American dancer recounts her groundbreaking journey to becoming a Radio City Rockette, overcoming racism, resistance and barriers to integration, while revealing the challenges and triumphs of joining one of America’s most celebrated dance troupes. -Provided by the publisher Show less

A trailblazing African- American dancer recounts her groundbreaking journey to becoming a Radio City Rockette, overcoming racism, resistance and barriers ...Show more A trailblazing African- American dancer recounts her groundbreaking journey to becoming a Radio City Rockette, overcoming racism, resistance and barriers to integration, while revealing the challenges and triumphs of joining one of America’s most celebrated dance troupes. -Provided by the publisher Show less

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Uptown Girl

Uptown Girl

A Memoir

by Brinkley, Christie

Book - 2025

Although the popular model and actress has lived more than 50 years in the public eye, the full story of her roller-coaster life has never been told—until now. -Provided by the publisher Although the popular model and actress has lived more than 50 years in the public eye, the full story of her roller-coaster life has never been told—until now. -Provided by the publisher Show less

Although the popular model and actress has lived more than 50 years in the public eye, the full story of her roller-coaster life has never been told—until now. -Provided by the publisher Although the popular model and actress has lived more than 50 years in the public eye, the full story of her roller-coaster life has never been told—until now. -Provided by the publisher Show less

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Connie

Connie

A Memoir

by Chung, Connie

Book - 2024

In this witty and definitive memoir, the trailblazing journalist recounts her groundbreaking career as the first Asian woman in U.S. television news, deta...Show more In this witty and definitive memoir, the trailblazing journalist recounts her groundbreaking career as the first Asian woman in U.S. television news, detailing her experiences with sexism, her major stories and her behind-the-scenes challenges and triumphs. -Provided by the publisher Show less

In this witty and definitive memoir, the trailblazing journalist recounts her groundbreaking career as the first Asian woman in U.S. television news, deta...Show more In this witty and definitive memoir, the trailblazing journalist recounts her groundbreaking career as the first Asian woman in U.S. television news, detailing her experiences with sexism, her major stories and her behind-the-scenes challenges and triumphs. -Provided by the publisher Show less

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Love, Queenie

Love, Queenie

Merle Oberon, Hollywood's First South Asian Star

by Sen, Mayukh

Book - 2025

A beautiful reclamation of a pioneering South Asian actress captures her glittering, complicated life and lasting impact on Hollywood. -Provided by the publisher A beautiful reclamation of a pioneering South Asian actress captures her glittering, complicated life and lasting impact on Hollywood. -Provided by the publisher Show less

A beautiful reclamation of a pioneering South Asian actress captures her glittering, complicated life and lasting impact on Hollywood. -Provided by the publisher A beautiful reclamation of a pioneering South Asian actress captures her glittering, complicated life and lasting impact on Hollywood. -Provided by the publisher Show less

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Saving Five

Saving Five

A Memoir of Hope

by Nguyen, Amanda

Book - 2025

This brave and imaginative memoir from a Nobel Peace Prize nominee details her healing journey and groundbreaking activism in the aftermath of her rape at Harvard. -Provided by the publisher This brave and imaginative memoir from a Nobel Peace Prize nominee details her healing journey and groundbreaking activism in the aftermath of her rape at Harvard. -Provided by the publisher Show less

This brave and imaginative memoir from a Nobel Peace Prize nominee details her healing journey and groundbreaking activism in the aftermath of her rape at Harvard. -Provided by the publisher This brave and imaginative memoir from a Nobel Peace Prize nominee details her healing journey and groundbreaking activism in the aftermath of her rape at Harvard. -Provided by the publisher Show less

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Fearless and Free

Fearless and Free

A Memoir

by Baker, Josephine

Book - 2025

This memoir chronicles the life of Josephine Baker, the groundbreaking dancer, singer, spy, and Civil Rights activist, from her rise to fame in 1920s Pari...Show more This memoir chronicles the life of Josephine Baker, the groundbreaking dancer, singer, spy, and Civil Rights activist, from her rise to fame in 1920s Paris to her daring role in World War II and her activism during the U.S. Civil Rights movement. -Provided by the publisher Show less

This memoir chronicles the life of Josephine Baker, the groundbreaking dancer, singer, spy, and Civil Rights activist, from her rise to fame in 1920s Pari...Show more This memoir chronicles the life of Josephine Baker, the groundbreaking dancer, singer, spy, and Civil Rights activist, from her rise to fame in 1920s Paris to her daring role in World War II and her activism during the U.S. Civil Rights movement. -Provided by the publisher Show less

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Sisters in Science

Sisters in Science

How Four Women Physicists Escaped Nazi Germany and Made Scientific History

by Campbell, Olivia M.

Book - 2024

The extraordinary true story of four women pioneers in physics during World War II and their daring escape out of Nazi Germany. The extraordinary true story of four women pioneers in physics during World War II and their daring escape out of Nazi Germany. Show less

The extraordinary true story of four women pioneers in physics during World War II and their daring escape out of Nazi Germany. The extraordinary true story of four women pioneers in physics during World War II and their daring escape out of Nazi Germany. Show less

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Be Ready When the Luck Happens

Be Ready When the Luck Happens

A Memoir

by Garten, Ina

Book - 2024

In her first memoir, the bestselling cookbook author and host of the beloved Food Network show “Barefoot Contessa” offers a personal, engaging and motivat...Show more In her first memoir, the bestselling cookbook author and host of the beloved Food Network show “Barefoot Contessa” offers a personal, engaging and motivating narrative of her extraordinary journey from a difficult childhood to becoming a cultural icon. -Provided by the publisher Show less

In her first memoir, the bestselling cookbook author and host of the beloved Food Network show “Barefoot Contessa” offers a personal, engaging and motivat...Show more In her first memoir, the bestselling cookbook author and host of the beloved Food Network show “Barefoot Contessa” offers a personal, engaging and motivating narrative of her extraordinary journey from a difficult childhood to becoming a cultural icon. -Provided by the publisher Show less

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The Cave

The Cave

A Secret Underground Hospital and One Woman's Story of Survival in Syria : A Memoir

by Ballour, Amani

Book - 2024

Tells the story of a young doctor and activist who ran an underground hospital in Damascus, humanizing the enduring crisis in Syria. -Provided by the publisher Tells the story of a young doctor and activist who ran an underground hospital in Damascus, humanizing the enduring crisis in Syria. -Provided by the publisher Show less

Tells the story of a young doctor and activist who ran an underground hospital in Damascus, humanizing the enduring crisis in Syria. -Provided by the publisher Tells the story of a young doctor and activist who ran an underground hospital in Damascus, humanizing the enduring crisis in Syria. -Provided by the publisher Show less

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Freedom

Freedom

Memoirs 1954-2021

by Merkel, Angela

Book - 2024

A former leader of Germany offers a long-awaited memoir. -Provided by the publisher A former leader of Germany offers a long-awaited memoir. -Provided by the publisher Show less

A former leader of Germany offers a long-awaited memoir. -Provided by the publisher A former leader of Germany offers a long-awaited memoir. -Provided by the publisher Show less

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The Talented Mrs. Mandelbaum

The Talented Mrs. Mandelbaum

The Rise and Fall of An American Organized-crime Boss

by Fox, Margalit

Book - 2024

Painting a vibrant portrait of Gilded Age New York and of a once-famous, now-forgotten heroine, this unforgettable story of America’s first lady of organi...Show more Painting a vibrant portrait of Gilded Age New York and of a once-famous, now-forgotten heroine, this unforgettable story of America’s first lady of organized crime who, by the mid-1880s, amassed a huge fortune, recounts how she turned theft into a viable, scalable business. -Provided by the publisher Show less

Painting a vibrant portrait of Gilded Age New York and of a once-famous, now-forgotten heroine, this unforgettable story of America’s first lady of organi...Show more Painting a vibrant portrait of Gilded Age New York and of a once-famous, now-forgotten heroine, this unforgettable story of America’s first lady of organized crime who, by the mid-1880s, amassed a huge fortune, recounts how she turned theft into a viable, scalable business. -Provided by the publisher Show less

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Lovely One

Lovely One

A Memoir

by Jackson, Ketanji Brown

Book - 2024

In this unflinching account, the first Black woman to ever be appointed to the U.S. Supreme Court pulls back the curtain to marry the public record of her...Show more In this unflinching account, the first Black woman to ever be appointed to the U.S. Supreme Court pulls back the curtain to marry the public record of her life with what is less known, chronicling her extraordinary path to become a jurist on America’s highest court. -Provided by the publisher Show less

In this unflinching account, the first Black woman to ever be appointed to the U.S. Supreme Court pulls back the curtain to marry the public record of her...Show more In this unflinching account, the first Black woman to ever be appointed to the U.S. Supreme Court pulls back the curtain to marry the public record of her life with what is less known, chronicling her extraordinary path to become a jurist on America’s highest court. -Provided by the publisher Show less

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