My LINKcat AccountThis is a first for me. Or at least the first time this has happened within my memory. And let me preface this by saying that all the best-selling authors that seemingly turn out a book a month or at least a book or two a year, have books coming out this fall. Let me also preface this by saying that I have ordered said books from said authors and not just one copy per title, but often multiple copies per title. And yet here we are. If this were November, I could claim I was honoring National Non-Fiction Month and celebrating and promoting the reading of factual books for both pleasure and learning. However, it is not November, it is the first week of October. Yet here we are without one measly fiction title for me to tell you about. Below you will find some of the recently-arrived, new non-fiction titles available for you to check out. Some non-fiction reads as rapidly as fiction. Some non-fiction can be read page-turners. Some non-fiction can answer your questions. Some non-fiction can create even more questions. Checkout some of these new titles! Enjoy!
New Non-Fiction
“Dark Renaissance: The Dangerous Times and Fatal Genius of Shakespeare’s Greatest Rival” by Stephen Greenblatt. The story of how Christopher Marlowe, Shakespeare’s greatest rival, leveraged his classical education to ignite an explosion of English literature, nourished the literary talent of Shakespeare and challenged societal norms with his transgressive genius.
“Dream School: Finding the College That’s Right for You” by Jeffrey Selingo. The New York Times bestselling author of “Who Gets in and Why” presents a new guide for parents and students on navigating today’s more stressful college choice process by looking beyond top schools and focusing on value over prestige.
“The Arrogant Ape: The Myth of Human Exceptionalism and Why It Matters” by Christine Webb. Challenges the ideology of human superiority, drawing on animal behavior research and cognitive science to reveal the overlooked intelligence and social complexity of nonhuman life, arguing that rejecting human exceptionalism can transform our relationship with the planet and foster a more sustainable future.
“10 Rules for Raising Kids in a High-Tech World: How Parents Can Stop Smartphones, Social Media, and Gaming from Taking Over Their Lives” by Jean Twenge. A practical, research-based guide offering ten clear strategies to help parents raise resilient, independent kids amid today’s tech-driven world, addressing social media, screen time, and mental health with simple and effective rules for fostering balanced and healthy development.
“The New Book: Poems, Letters, Blurbs, and Things” by Nikki Giovanni. Combines poetry, short letters, and prose to confront cultural and political divisions, reflect on the widespread reckoning with racial injustice of 2020, and celebrate resilience, joy, and legacy, reaffirming the author’s role as a prominent radical voice and cultural critic in American literature.
“Our Fragile Freedoms: Essays” by Eric Foner. This collection of an influential historian’s recent reviews and commentaries demonstrates the range of his interests and expertise, running from slavery and antislavery, through the disunion and remaking of the United States in the nineteenth century, Jim Crow and the civil rights movement, and into our current politics.
“The Physics of Superheroes Goes Hollywood: An All-New Exploration of the Real Science of the Multiverse, the Quantum Realm, and Everything in Between” by James Kakalios. Uses popular superhero films and TV shows as a springboard to unpack the real science behind fantastical powers and gadgets, introducing readers to concepts like relativity, quantum theory, and multiverse physics through the cinematic feats of characters such as Spider-Man, Black Panther, and Superman.
“It Doesn’t Have to Hurt: Your Smart Guide to a Pain-Free Life” by Sanjay Gupta. Covering conventional and complementary approaches, including Mobilization Exercise Analgesia Treatment, foam rolling, acupuncture, trigger point injections, and vital “pre-habilitation” before any operation, a bestselling doctor and neurosurgeon helps you reclaim your life from chronic pain and unlock a future of lasting relief.
“Mayo Clinic on Alzheimer’s Disease and Other Dementias: A Guide for People with Dementia and Those Who Car for Them” by Jonathan Graff-Radford & Angela Lunde. An essential resource to address Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias includes the latest advancements in diagnosis and treatment from the experts at Mayo Clinic.
“History Matters” by David McCullough. Contributions by Dorie McCullough Lawson & Michael Hill. This posthumous collection of essays from the legendary historian looks at subjects such as the character of American leaders, the influence of art and mentors and the importance of understanding the past to better navigate the present and future.
“The Collective Edge: Unlocking the Secret Power of Groups” by Colin Fisher. Draws on decades of research and real-world case studies to explore the often-invisible forces that shape group behavior, offering actionable strategies to help teams, organizations, and communities navigate conflict, enhance collaboration, and reach peak performance through smarter structures and collective awareness.
New Fiction
None at this writing! Yikes!