Memoir is one of my favorite genres.
I can't help but think of all the memoirs that will come out of this Covid-19 pandemic. It will be interesting to read about others' situations.
Memoirs often help us sort out our own feelings on a shared experience.
Memoirs fulfill our need for story but they also:
Give a voice to those who are often overlooked
Provide inspiration and hope
Build empathy
Provide a first-hand perspective of an experience
My Favorite Memoirs:
On My To-Read List:
Great Memoirs for Young Readers:
Many memoirs have young readers' editions. They can be hard to find because they are often under different titles or written with another author. From above, Born a Crime, A Hope More Powerful Than the Sea and Just Mercy all have young readers' editions.
Here are some others to look into:
I would be happy to describe or talk at length about any books on this page. If you need more recommendations for yourself or your young reader, please let me know!
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