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12 Indie Memoirs


Cover art for ONCE UPON A GYPSY MOON
INDIE
Released: Aug. 1, 2012

"A striking memoir of personal discovery."
In a 32-foot sloop named the Gypsy Moon, attorney Hurley sails solo from Annapolis to Nassau in this memoir. Read full book review >
Cover art for COBWEBS ON THE CHANDELIER
INDIE
Released: July 19, 2012

"This candid look at running a household mixes Erma Bombeck-worthy insight with warmth and humor."
First-time memoirist Monroe takes everyday topics and elevates them into thoughtful, often emotional essays illustrating the joys and pitfalls of a woman struggling with work, marriage and motherhood. Read full book review >
Cover art for FIFTY STEPS
INDIE
Released: July 5, 2012

"Inspired and comic rendering of the extraordinary in the everyday."
Vincent L D'Aleo recounts his life in his entertaining and often hilarious memoir. Read full book review >
Cover art for AMAZONS
INDIE
Released: June 25, 2012

"A strong coming-of-age story from an exotic land."
In a beautifully written memoir looking back after years spent in Brazil, a woman explores both her own coming of age and the ecology of the rain forest. Read full book review >
Cover art for A FATHER'S ANGELS
INDIE
Released: June 21, 2012

"A timely, compelling story that challenges the traditional definition of family."
Waldron's account of life as a gay dad in Arizona. Read full book review >
Cover art for COMMON SENSELESS
INDIE
Released: June 19, 2012
by Ashley Glenn Miller, illustrated by Michelle Cady

"A lighthearted primer for college freshmen out on their own for the first time. "
A comedic memoir for the 20-something college student looking to laugh off embarrassing and awkward situations. Read full book review >