- "Becoming" by Michelle Obama: This memoir by former First Lady Michelle Obama provides an intimate look into her life and experiences, from her childhood on the South Side of Chicago to her time in the White House.
- "The Autobiography of Malcolm X" by Malcolm X and Alex Haley: This autobiography tells the story of Malcolm X's life, from his early years as a petty criminal to his conversion to Islam and his rise as a prominent civil rights leader.
- "I Am Malala" by Malala Yousafzai: This book tells the story of Malala Yousafzai, who was shot in the head by the Taliban for speaking out in favor of education for girls. She survived and went on to become a Nobel Peace Prize laureate.
- "Steve Jobs" by Walter Isaacson: This biography of Apple co-founder Steve Jobs provides a detailed account of his life and career, from his early days as a college dropout to his rise as one of the most successful entrepreneurs in history.
- "The Life of Helen Keller" by Joseph P. Lash: This biography tells the story of Helen Keller, who became deaf and blind at the age of 19 months and went on to become an author, lecturer, and advocate for the disabled.
- "Born a Crime" by Trevor Noah: This memoir by South African comedian and television host Trevor Noah tells the story of his childhood during apartheid and his journey to becoming a successful comedian.
- "The Diary of a Young Girl" by Anne Frank: This diary, written by a young Jewish girl during the Holocaust, provides a powerful and poignant firsthand account of the horrors of war and the resilience of the human spirit.
- "Wild" by Cheryl Strayed: This memoir tells the story of Cheryl Strayed's solo hike along the Pacific Crest Trail, which she undertook in an effort to heal from the loss of her mother and to find herself.
- "The Education of an Idealist" by Samantha Power: This memoir by former U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Samantha Power tells the story of her life and career, from her early days as a war correspondent to her role in shaping American foreign policy.
- "Dreams from My Father" by Barack Obama: This memoir by former U.S. President Barack Obama tells the story of his childhood and early adulthood, including his struggles with race and identity and his journey to becoming a community organizer and politician.