Filmmaker Abel Ferrara tells his #story of rising to cinematic fame while battling drug addiction. I found the raw, unvarnished street gangster narration hard to read but enjoyed Ferrara’s humility.
creativerunnings.com/books/scene-abel-ferrara
Thank you @simonschuster for the #ARC!
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From the star of The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives: a candid #memoir on navigating domestic violence and unplanned pregnancy within the Mormon faith.

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After quitting competition in her 20s, Keira D'Amato couldn’t #run for more than 90s, but then, against the odds, broke the American marathon record at age 37. Her #story explores grief, motherhood, identity, and resilience.

creativerunnings.com/books/dont-call-it-a-comeback-keira-damato

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An exciting new #biography on @lin-manuel-miranda.bsky.social, creator of "Hamilton," is in the works over at @simonandschuster.bsky.social! I loved the in-depth narration on Miranda's humble background and passion, leading to international fame.

Thank you for the #ARC!

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In her #memoir, Tilghman recounts her ups and downs as a wellness influencer, leading her to fame but also an exacerbation of an #eatingdisorder. A page turner uncovering the dangers of social media.
creativerunnings.com/books/if-you-dont-like-this-i-will-die-lee-tilghman
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An Oral History of Atlantis by Ed Park: a quick but indulging #read, hopping from one curious #shortstory to the next. Park writes delightful literary prose that packs subtle humor and everyday societal malheurs.

Read #review:
creativerunnings.com/books/an-oral-history-of-atlantis-ed-park

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From @boomboomhiller.bsky.social, comedian and leading actor in "Somebody, Somewhere," a stunning #autobiography.

If you're like me, not all that enthused by gaudy #celebritymemoirs, this one might hit home.

Full review: creativerunnings.com/books/actress-of-a-certain-age-jeff-hiller

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Reid hasn't been up Everest just once, like a “normal” person. No. She was the first American to summit without oxygen. A #memoir of powerful modesty, trauma, and strength.
Thank you @penguinbooksusa.bsky.social for the #review invitation.
creativerunnings.com/books/enough-melissa-arnot-reid

A woman as universally known as publicly denounced, Ono’s story ranges from childhood neglect to bottomless grief. Sheff emphasizes Ono’s triumphs, altering the world’s antagonistic narrative.

Thank you @simonandschuster.bsky.social!

creativerunnings.com/books/yoko-the-biography-david-sheff

Writer-turned-war-reporter Victoria Amelina compiled a first-hand account of the recent Russo-Ukrainian war before she fell victim to it herself. Published posthumously.
creativerunnings.com/books/looking-at-women-looking-at-war-victoria-amelina

Thank you @StMartinsPress for the #ARC.

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I'm happy to present the second edition of the creative.runnings. #Literary Awards. Of the 500 #books I read this year, many have made it into my heart.

Don't hesitate to subscribe to my new substack. I'll post more of my book updates and #writing!

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