Books like I was told there'd be cake by Sloane Crosley

David Sedaris, fresh from New York and settled in Paris, delivers a collection of sharp, funny essays – from his battle with a harsh French teacher to family quirks and cultural mishaps.

Maya Angelou's autobiography, 'I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings', tells the story of her life and the challenges she faced growing up in Arkansas, including racism, abuse, and the loss of her father. The book is a powerful and moving portrayal of the African American experience during the 1930s and 1940s.

A collection of David Sedaris essays that humorously traverse continents, from French dental quirks to Australian kookaburras, highlighting the absurdities of travel and everyday life.

Amy Poehler’s memoir‑essay collection blends humor, candid anecdotes, and poetic reflections on acting, comedy, and womanhood, offering an intimate look at her creative life.

David Sedaris turns everyday embarrassments—coffee mishaps, awkward travel moments, and odd domestic quirks—into a keenly observed, humorously candid collection that explores deeper human truths.

Tina Fey’s memoir blends sharp wit with personal anecdotes, charting her rise from Pennsylvania to Saturday Night Live fame while offering candid insights into comedy, gender dynamics, and the juggling act of fame and family.

A humor‑filled memoir by Mindy Kaling that sketches her quirky journey from child of immigrants to Hollywood comedy writer, sharing witty observations on friendship, romance, and the absurdities of fame.

A satirical dictionary compiling witty and biting definitions of English words, first published in a newspaper in 1881 and later revised into book form.

David Sedaris’ Barrel Fever is a collection of sharp‑witted essays and short stories that satirise modern American life, from suburban DIY to the absurdities of fame and family.

Amy Schumer’s new memoir blends sharp humor with candid reflections on her teenage years, family, relationships, and sexuality, revealing the moments that forged her bold, stand‑up comedian persona.

A playful collection of autobiographical essays by Academy Award‑nominated actress Anna Kendrick, tracing her New England roots and the film milestones that have made her a Hollywood favorite.

Maya Angelou's heart journey into the heart of New York City, Harlem, and Martin Luther King's movement, filled with unforgettable vignettes and poignant moments of her tumultuous life and relationships.

A witty, heartfelt collection of essays by comedian Phoebe Robinson that examines race, gender, and pop culture, blending sharp humor with personal insight.

Mike Greenberg shares the humorous and heartfelt moments of his life as a top ESPN radio host, father and husband, revealing how his wife thinks he’s an idiot.

A new edition of Henry Beard’s bestselling classics Latin for All Occasions and Latin for Even More Occasions—now updated and available together for the first time ever in paperback!Who says Latin is a dead language? Latin for All Occasions and Latin for Even More Occasions have helped scores of readers harness the language of Caesar and Cicero to turn ordinary remarks into timeless utterances. Impress your boss with Lingua Latina Occupationi (Occupational Latin); flirt with your classics professor with Lingua Latina Libidinosa (Sensual Latin); look like the hipster you are with Lingua Latina Popularis (Pop-Cultural Latin); survive holidays with the family with Lingua Latina Domestica (Familial Latin) and Lingua Latina Festiva (Celebrational Latin).Here are hundreds of useful expressions rendered into grammatically accurate classical Latin— with a foolproof pronunciation guide—all in one handy volume. Whether you are a student of the language or just want to talk like one, Latin for All Occasions is guaranteed to help you delight your friends (wittily), insult your enemies (fearlessly) and elevate the public discourse.

A revealing look at the often scandalous and unorthodox lives of Catholic saints, revealing the real characters behind the saintly image.

A collection of intensely personal stories of women discovering and expressing their true selves, from the 1940s to the present day, reflecting the changing social mores that shaped their lives and experiences.

Ellen Meloy blends natural history, travel, and artistic insight to explore turquoise—both a gem and a color—across deserts, mountains, seas, and cultural landscapes, revealing humanity’s deep connection to place.

CollegeHumor’s comedic guide teaches readers how to navigate social, professional, and cultural life by bluffing their way through conversations, relationships, and self-presentation, all while keeping the tone irreverent and approachable.