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News on new nonfiction books and recommendations for the best nonfiction books, including historical books, biographies, nonfiction books for kids, and more, from Book Riot.

10 Nonfiction New Book Releases of October

Here are 10 of the most exciting nonfiction titles hitting shelves in October. Read about the Indigenous experience, Stanley Tucci, and more.

Exciting Changes Coming to True Story and Book Riot!

New voices, more variety, and other exciting changes are coming to your inbox. Plus: get in early on Book Riot All Access.

Hidden Gem Audiobooks

Today I have two new nonfiction books for you plus two hidden gems that are great as audiobooks.

Appalachian Books Perfect for Gift-Giving!

This week's new nonfiction includes a memoir by Nigerian American actress Uzo Aduba and a look at the creatures of Appalachian night.

For the Love of Creatures, Great and Small

You're never too old for an excellent book about animals and the natural world.

Read Your Way Through Italy

Let's read our way through trips to Italy! Plus, two new nonfiction books that tell the lives of extraordinary women.

True Crime Must-Reads

Two books with a unique and respectful approach to true crime, plus this week's new nonfiction releases.

9 Books about American Elections Throughout History

These books cover the history of the biggest American elections in history, and they show how things could have turned out very differently.

Southern Essay Collections for Your TBR

This week's new nonfiction releases focus on Muscogee reservation in Oklahoma and working class America. Plus, two essayists from the South.

Nonfiction Women Writers for DAYS!

From women holding power to the places where women can–and should–better the feminist movement, dive into some compelling nonfiction.