Alanna McAuliffe
Memoir and fandom editor Alanna is a proponent of empathetic, sensitive storytelling of all kinds. She has a soft spot for investigative journalism podcasts, author-narrated memoir, character-driven fiction, and poetry that lays bare the human spirit. When she’s not reading, writing, or listening, she can be found curating her record collection, poring over Star Wars fan theories, or befriending stray cats across New York City. You can subscribe to her Memoir newsletter here.
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True crime and history sagas for fans of "Killers of the Flower Moon"
Looking for more thoughtful takes on American history through the lens of crime and systemic injustice? These 10 nonfic gems strike similar chords to David Grann's National Book Award finalist.
The best true crime podcasts of all time
From famous cold cases and thrilling mysteries to investigative reporting, these are the best true crime podcasts for all crime enthusiasts.
Journey there and back again with "The Hobbit"
J.R.R. Tolkien's classic fantasy tale of adventure is a feast for the imagination, uniquely capable of enthralling listeners young and old.
Tie the knot your way with the help of these handy wedding planning listens
From popping the question to heading down the aisle, these wedding planning podcasts and audiobooks are a worthy addition to your nearly-wed toolbox.
Spread your wings with these bird memoirs
As you grab your binoculars and head to the nature trail this summer, take one of these exceptional aviary memoirs along for the ride.
From page-to-screen: August 2023’s biggest book adaptations
If you're looking for television shows and movies based on books to queue up in 2023, we've got you covered. Here's a selection of the best book-to-screen adaptations arriving this July.
Turn up the volume on these stellar listens for music fans
From music theory audiobooks to innovative blends of song and memoir, these listens are perfect for fans and musicians alike.
Hear the stories of Black musicians who broke boundaries
From the Queen of Soul to the Purple One, listen in on 30+ of our favorite memoirs and biographies centered on Black creatives who changed music forever.
The definitive guide to the canonical Star Wars timeline
Separated into the six official eras recently defined by Lucasfilm, this unofficial Star Wars canon timeline explainer offers a brief illumination of each period and the stories set within each respective span.
Nurse Hadley Vlahos wants us to begin the conversation on the end
From her day job as a hospice nurse to her online presence, the author of "The In-Between" seeks to demystify death, emphasizing love, compassion, and care above all else.
The top 100 screen adaptations of all time
From heart-pounding thrillers and sci-fi epics to animated classics and true-to-life biopics, this collection spotlights our favorite stories that made it big in Hollywood.
The inside story of how baseball went bananas
In his new memoir, Jesse Cole, the owner of an unconventional Georgia-based reimagining of our national pastime talks innovation, entertainment, and putting the fans first.
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