“To see her rise from the ashes again and again despite how the media treated her in the ’90s is an inspiration...”

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In her memoir, McCurdy reflects on her life as a child star with an abusive stage mom, as well as her anxiety, struggles with an eating disorder, and bad relationships. However, she also details how her life changed for the better after her mother's death.

In his book, Noah's story starts with his birth in apartheid South Africa. He was born to a Black Xhosa mom and a white Swiss dad, who could've been sentenced to five-year prison sentences at the time. So, Noah's mother spent his early childhood hiding his existence from the government. When apartheid finally ended, they were able to live freely, but he struggled to find where he belonged in the world. 

Parton's memoir chronicles her life from her impoverished childhood in Tennessee to her rise to superstardom. She discusses her marriage, religion, plastic surgery, and more.

—Anonymous, 37, F, Raleigh, North Carolina

Not only does Short's memoir cover his illustrious comedy career, but it also delves into the unimaginable loss he's faced. Before turning 20, he lost both of his parents and his older brother. Then, after 30 years of marriage, his wife died from cancer. He shares how he's remained resilient.

Inspired by his famous New Yorker article "Don’t Eat before You Read This," Bourdain's memoir takes readers behind-the-scenes in his long career in the restauarant business.

Felton's memoir reflects on his childhood spent starring in the wildly successful Harry Potter franchise while trying to fit in as a normal student between movie shoots. 

Henner's memoir reflects on the death of her parents, her failed first marriage to actor Frederic Forrest, and more stories from her life.

Tucci's memoir shares the meaningful stories behind memorable meals in his life.

The outpouring of support that Trebek received after his stage four pancreatic cancer diagnosis encouraged him to finally write a book about his life.

Trejo's memoir starts with his difficult early life. He grew up in an abusive home, dealt with heroin addiction, and spent time in prison. However, he also shares about his sobriety, how he rebuilt his life, and how he become a Hollywood icon.

Debbie: My Life is about the price Reynolds paid to be an Old Hollywood star. She also reflects on her first two divorces and her third marriage.

Unsinkable picks up Reynolds' story where her previous memoir left off. She details raising her two kids, Carrie and Todd Fisher, her tumultuous friendship with Elizabeth Taylor, and more.

As a young music fan, Albertine realized she'd never seen a girl who played electric guitar. Within a year, she was playing guitar in an all-girl band. Her memoir reflects on her experiences in the male-dominated punk music scene, her IVF journey, her divorce, and her return to music.

Burton Morgan's first book is about her transition from life as a busy actor to a working farm in upstate New York. She also reflects on saving the local candy store, raising her firstborn, and struggling with infertility.

Foley's fifth memoir is about the unusual direction his life took after a visit to the neurologist cemented his need to retire from the wrestling ring. He found a new passion as a Santa Claus performer and embraced the subculture of Santa impersonators. 

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