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Colin Kaepernick: 'Change the Game' -

Social activist and former NFL star Colin Kaepernick released a memoir in the form of a graphic novel called 'Change the Game.' Kaepernick was adopted and raised by two white parents, and he delves into the challenges he faced growing up as a Black child in a white household. "I know my parents loved me, but there were still very problematic things that I went through," he said in an interview with CBS News on March 9. For example, when he wanted to get cornrows, his mom rejected the idea saying it was an "unprofessional" hairstyle and that he'd look like a "thug." He continued, "I think it was important to show, 'No, this can happen in your own home.' And how do we move forward collectively while addressing the racism that is being perpetuated." 

The graphic novel tells the story of Kaepernick's life from the perspective of his teenage self. It was co-written with Eve L. Ewing and illustrated by Orlando Caicedo. 

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Prince Harry: 'Spare' -

Prince Harry first announced that he was working on a memoir in June 2021, and given the explosive interviews and documentary series that were released in the following year and half, it was clear that the Duke of Sussex would pull no punches. In the end, 'Spare' was leaked a week prior to its official release date and the extracts shared by various news outlets were simply unbelievable. The stories include a physical attack mounted by his brother, Prince William, a night high on magic mushrooms at Courteney Cox's house, and a frostbitten... appendage. Needless to say, the world was simply gagging to get their hands on a copy of the book by the time it hit shelves on January 10. It broke records by selling 1.4 million copies on the first day of publication. In comparison, Barack Obama's 2020 memoir 'A Promised Land' sold under 900,000 copies on its first day. It continued its incredible commercial success and sold 3.2 million copies worldwide within the first week. Harry pledged to donate the profits to a charity close to his mother's heart. 

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Kelly Ripa: 'Live Wire: Long-Winded Short Stories' -

Kelly Ripa's memoir 'Live Wire' was released on September 27, 2022. The book spurred headlines about the nature of Ripa and the late Regis Philbin's relationship, which has upset Kathie Lee Gifford to the point where she said during an interview with Fox 5 NY that she isn't going to read it, ET reports. Gifford co-hosted with Philbin from 1985-2000, before Ripa replaced her in 2001, but she maintained that for those 15 years Philbin was not only "the best partner a person could ever, ever have professionally," but also her "dear friend." Ironically, Ripa's book shares that her relationship with Philbin was mostly just professional, and she describes him as "warm and friendly," though they lost touch after the show. Ripa told ET of her relationship to the late TV personality that "to expect two people from such different generations to have some sort of weird, forced friendship when they never knew each other is a very strange thing to put on one person. It was only put on one person and that is how I describe it [in the book]."  

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Jennette McCurdy: 'I'm Glad My Mom Died' -

Former child star Jennette McCurdy rose to fame on the Nickelodeon show 'iCarly,' but in her 2022 memoir she pulls back the curtain on what early show business was really like. Titled provocatively, 'I'm Glad My Mom Died,' the memoir comes after years of working through her trauma and, of course, reveals shocking truths about the abuse she suffered at the hands of her mother, who died in 2013. But the memoir also touches on everything from the dark side of early fame, the eating disorders she developed, being sexualized and given alcohol while a minor on 'iCarly,' the jealousy she felt towards Ariana Grande on 'Sam & Cat,' and why she ultimately quit acting. It's a bold work, and one Nickelodeon perhaps never wanted to come out as McCurdy wrote that the network offered her US$300,000 to "'never talk publicly about your experience at Nickelodeon,'" though fortunately she turned it down all those years ago.

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Matthew Perry: 'Friends, Lovers and the Big Terrible Thing' -

Matthew Perry's 2022 memoir dives into his years working on the hit show 'Friends,' as well as his personal struggles with addiction. Perry reportedly signed a seven-figure deal with Flatiron Books for his memoir, but his motivation goes far beyond finances. "There has been so much written about me by others in the past," he told People. "I thought it was time people heard it directly from the horse's mouth. In this case, the horse's mouth being me." 

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Simu Liu: 'We Were Dreamers: An Immigrant Superhero Origin Story' -

Liu's book tells the story of his journey from a struggling immigrant to an international movie star. The star revealed that he had been writing it for three years and describes it as a "deeply personal journey." Readers can expect to learn about his early years being raised by his grandparents in China, his unexpected uprooting to start a new life in Canada with his parents, and the struggles he experienced growing up torn between two cultures.

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Jamie Lynn Spears: 'Things I Should Have Said' -

In her intimate memoir titled 'Things I Should Have Said,' Jamie Lynn Spears tells her own side of things, which has upset her old 'Zoey 101' co-star Alexa Nikolas (who called her a liar and a "bully" on social media), as well as her sister, who wrote on Instagram: "I'm sorry Jamie Lynn, I wasn't strong enough to do what should have been done... slapped you and Mamma right across your f—ing faces!!!!!" With regards to her big sister, Jamie Lynn writes, "I'm not looking for pity. I want Britney and the world to know she isn’t the only one who is left with the scars from our early years of delinquency and manipulation." 

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Jamie Lynn Spears: 'Things I Should Have Said' - The toxic drama she highlights with her sister in the book and in promoting it have led to Britney issuing a cease and desist letter to her sister. Britney's lawyer Matthew Rosengart claims that the "ill-timed" memoir contains several "misleading or outrageous claims," and Britney believes her sister has "exploited her for monetary gain," he said, as per BBC.

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Brian Cox: 'Putting the Rabbit in the Hat' -

'Succession' star Brian Cox stirs the plot in his memoir, 'Putting the Rabbit in the Hat,' in which he takes somewhat unprovoked aim at fellow stars, including Johnny Depp. He writes about turning down the role of the Governor in the 'Pirates of the Caribbean' franchise, which he said would have been "thankless" anyway. “Another thing with ‘Pirates of the Caribbean’ is that it’s very much the ‘Johnny Depp as Jack Sparrow’ show, and Depp, personable though I’m sure he is, is so overblown, so overrated," he writes in excerpts shared by GQ. “I mean, ‘Edward Scissorhands.’ Let’s face it, if you come on with hands like that and pale, scarred-face make-up, you don’t have to do anything. And he didn’t. And subsequently, he’s done even less.” He goes on to say that Depp's fanbase has dwindled so much that "If Johnny Depp went for Jack Sparrow now, they’d give it to Brendan Gleeson.”

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Emily Ratajkowski: 'My Body' -

The supermodel has already proven herself to be intelligent, articulate, and brave with the open letter she wrote in 2020 regarding her sexual assault. Now, Ratajkowski has released a book of similar essays in which she explores themes like body image, objectification, and trauma. She goes deep into the double-edged gift of beauty which has defined much of her life, helping her achieve immense success while also devaluing her as a human being. In an October interview with Vanity Fair, she had this to say about the book and its title: "My name is sort of synonymous with an image of my body and the Instagrams and 'Blurred Lines' and whatever else. And I liked using the real associations that people have in a conceptual way so that it would inform the book once they started it. Thinking about their preconceived ideas about me and using that as a tool in the experience of reading it."

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Sharon Stone: 'The Beauty of Living Twice' -

In her memoir, Stone wrote about her near-death experience in 2001 after a catastrophic stroke and brain hemorrhage, when she saw the "light" and was visited by friends who had passed to the other side. She explains that this experience helped her through various other traumas, from childhood sexual abuse at the hands of her grandfather, to Hollywood producers pressuring her to have sex, and more. She also revealed that when she underwent reconstructive surgery in 2001 after having removed tumors from her breasts, she woke up with a larger cup size than she'd agreed upon. When she asked the surgeon, he allegedly told her that he took the liberty of giving her fuller breasts because he thought they'd look better. 

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Moby: 'Then It Fell Apart' - The musician detailed his promiscuous experience with fame, including a brief romance with Lana Del Rey, another with Christina Ricci, a claim that he rubbed his private bits on Donald Trump at a party, and a claim that he dated Natalie Portman when she was 20. The actress denied his claim, saying she was just 18 and he was “a much older man being creepy with me.”

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Mel B: 'Brutally Honest' - The former Spice Girl's memoir, 'Brutally Honest,' delves deep into her rocky marriage, past drug use, sexuality, and eventually how she got to the place she's at today.

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Michelle Obama: 'Becoming' - The former First Lady got candid about her personal life, American politics, and the demands of fame in her memoir 'Becoming.' While Michelle Obama was beloved by many during her husband's time in office, the fierce leader and activist continues to make an impact internationally.

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Jessica Alba: ‘The Honest Life’ - ‘The Honest Life’ is a welcoming book about wellness and self-care.

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Jay-Z: ‘Decoded’ - ‘Decoded’ is half memoir, half songbook. Pick it up for revealing insight into Jay’s musical, and personal, life.

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Ellen DeGeneres: ‘My Point... And I Do Have One’ - DeGeneres filled her memoir with razor-sharp wit, as well as honest observations on her hilarious life.

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Aziz Ansari: ‘Modern Romance’ - ‘Modern Romance’ is both hilarious and eye-opening, with a focus on finding love in the 21st century.

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Carrie Fisher: ‘Wishful Drinking’ - ‘Wishful Drinking’ is a moving memoir about Carrie Fisher’s life.

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Ozzy Osbourne: ’I Am Ozzy’ -

The Black Sabbath singer told his life story with ‘I Am Ozzy,’ a book bursting with personal stories and struggles.

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Dolly Parton: ‘Dolly: My Life and Other Unfinished Business’ - Parton kept her private business very private in this memoir. However, she still squeezes out some amazing personal tales.

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Kevin Hart: ‘I Can’t Make This Up’ - Hart is one of Hollywood’s biggest stand-up comedians. ‘I Can’t Make This Up’ is a revealing memoir about childhood and professional comedy.

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Drew Barrymore: 'Little Girl Lost' - Barrymore was just 15 when 'Little Girl Lost' hit the bookshelves. The memoir discussed her success, as well as her early addiction to drugs.

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Tina Fey: ‘Bossy Pants’ - ‘Bossy Pants’ has sold nearly four million copies, and it’s clear to see why. It’s a bold book from one of the funniest people in show business.

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Muhammad Ali: ‘The Soul of a Butterfly’ - Ali wrote this memoir with his daughter. ‘The Soul of a Butterfly’ takes on big topics like love, family, and integrity.

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Mindy Kaling: ‘Is Everyone Hanging Out Without Me? (And Other Concerns)’ - Kaling kept things funny with this essay collection. It’s overflowing with comical commentary of love and friendship.

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Arnold Schwarzenegger: ‘Total Recall: My Unbelievably True Life Story’ - With ‘Total Recall,' Schwarzenegger told his life story in larger-than-life style.

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Patti Smith: ‘Just Kids’ - ‘Just Kids’ is an essential memoir. It details Smith’s relationship with photographer Robert Mapplethorpe.

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Keith Richards: ‘Life’ - ‘Life’ is a great recap on the life of Keith Richards, solo star and Rolling Stones guitarist.

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Issa Rae: ‘The Misadventures of Awkward Black Girl’ - The ‘Insecure’ star has penned an amazing collection of essays.

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Michael J. Fox: ‘Lucky Man’ - The star of ‘Back to the Future’ kept things serious in ‘Lucky Man.' The memoir discusses how Fox lived with Parkinson’s disease in secret.

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Priscilla Presley: ‘Elvis and Me’ - This is a revealing memoir that details Priscilla’s six-year marriage to Elvis Presley.

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Bruce Springsteen: ‘Born to Run’ - Springsteen spent around nine years writing ‘Born to Run,' a memoir jam-packed with personal anecdotes and show business stories.

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Lauren Bacall: ‘By Myself’ - The Hollywood star opened up in 1979, writing one of the most-celebrated memoirs ever.

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Rob Delaney: ‘Mother. Wife. Sister. Human. Warrior. Falcon. Yardstick. Turban. Cabbage.’ - Delaney’s memoir is hilarious, focusing on topics like parenthood and substance abuse.

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Katharine Hepburn: 'Me’ - Hepburn was a fierce star of Hollywood. ‘Me’ details everything from family life to her affair with Spencer Tracy.

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Trevor Noah: ‘Born a Crime’ - ‘The Daily Show’ host details his tough upbringing in South Africa, as well as his recent reflections on society.

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Lena Dunham: ‘Not That Kind of Girl’ - This essay collection ties together jokes and devastating stories.

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Richard Pryor: ‘Pryor Convictions’ -

Richard is a stand-up legend, but ‘Pryor Convictions’ keeps things pretty serious. The memoir discusses his drug use, past marriages, and his struggle with MS.

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Mia Farrow: ‘What Falls Away’ - The actress used this memoir to talk about Woody Allen, specifically his relationship with her adopted daughter.

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Tab Hunter: ‘Tab Hunter Confidential’ - ‘Tab Hunter Confidential’ is a great memoir from a former Hollywood heartthrob.

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Tina Turner: ‘I, Tina’ - Turner Turner told all in this memoir, including her tortured relationship with ex-husband Ike Turner.

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Steve Martin: ‘Born Standing Up’ - Steve Martin’s memoir discusses his early days as a Disneyland employee, and follows his steady rise to fame.

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Simone Biles: ‘Courage to Soar’ - Even for a US athlete, Biles is an overachiever. She’s a three-time world all-around champion, and ‘Courage to Soar’ is a great explanation of how she did it.

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Rosie Perez: ‘Handbook for an Unpredictable Life’ - This "handbook" features Perez discussing her tough childhood.

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Johnny Cash: ‘Cash’ - With ‘Cash,’ the legendary singer told his story in the clearest terms possible.

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Anna Kendrick: ‘Scrappy Little Nobody’ - Kendrick’s memoir builds on her hilarious Twitter tales.

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Anthony Kiedis: ‘Scar Tissue’ - In ‘Scar Tissue,' Kiedis discusses his life as the front man of the Red Hot Chili Peppers.

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Amy Poehler: ‘Yes Please’ - The ‘Parks and Recreation’ star did well with ‘Yes Please,' an honest and humorous memoir.

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Roger Ebert: ‘Life Itself’ -

This memoir was later turned into a hit documentary film. Read into the late Roger Ebert’s story.

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Kathy Griffin: ‘Official Book Club Selection’ - Griffin’s memoir is hilarious, a collection of stories about binge eating, family betrayal, and shots at fellow celebs.

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Chip and Joanna Gaines: ‘The Magnolia Story’ - The Gainses got famous on the reality show ‘Fixer Upper.' Their memoir is a rewarding report on how to start a successful business.

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Lauren Graham: ‘Talking as Fast as I Can’ - This essay collection is perfect for fans of ‘Gilmore Girls.'

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Janet Hubert: ‘Perfection is Not a Sitcom Mom’ - Janet Hubert was replaced by Daphne Maxwell Reid on ‘The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air.' This memoir dishes all.

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Courtney Robertson: ‘I Didn’t Come Here to Make Friends’ - Robertson is a past winner of ‘The Bachelor.' Her memoir is a delicious account from a reality show villain.

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Gabourey Sidibe: ‘This is Just My Face’ - Sidibe got her start in the film ‘Precious.’ This memoir is a touching reflection on her early life and recent realizations.

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Jane Fonda: ‘My Life So Far’ - Jane Fonda wrote this memoir in 2005, discussing her childhood and her controversial career.

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Brandi Glanville: ‘Drinking & Tweeting’ - Glanville got famous on ‘The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills.' Her memoir is a gripping insight into celebrity divorce and the business of reality TV.

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Taraji P. Henson: ‘Around the Way Girl’ - The star of ‘Empire’ offers some insight into pay disparity in Hollywood.

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Misty Copeland: ‘Life in Motion’ - Copeland is a trailblazer. She is the first African American principal ballerina at the American Ballet Theatre.

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Judy Greer: ‘I Don't Know What You Know Me From’ - Greer is a great actress who has lit up the screen in ‘Jurassic World’ and ‘Arrested Development.'

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Chelsea Handler: ‘Are You There, Vodka? It's Me, Chelsea’ - The comedian got her laughs off with this best-selling memoir.

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Carol Burnett: ‘This Time Together: Laughter and Reflection’ - Burnett brought the laughs with this hilarious memoir.

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Anjelica Huston: ‘Watch Me’ - In ‘Watch Me,' Huston revealed stories about domestic abuse and her relationship with Jack Nicholson.

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Amy Schumer: ‘The Girl with the Lower Back Tattoo’ - Schumer didn’t mince words with this memoir, which balances romantic stories with insights into her family and tough love.

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Shonda Rhimes: ‘Year of Yes’ - Rhimes has co-created shows like ‘Scandal’ and ‘Grey’s Anatomy.' Her memoir is the key to making it in show business.

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Leah Remini: ‘Troublemaker’ - ‘Troublemaker’ alleges secrets about the Church of Scientology, which landed Remini in some hot water.

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Penny Marshall: ‘My Mother Was Nuts’ - Penny Marshall’s memoir shares stories from Hollywood, featuring Tom Hanks and Whitney Houston.

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Rue McClanahan: ‘My First Five Husbands’ - You know Mcclanahan from ‘The Golden Girls.' This memoir is a thoughtful account on the actress’s long life.

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Mike Birbiglia: ‘Sleepwalk With Me’ - Birbiglia isn’t an A-List star, but ‘Sleepwalk With Me’ is still a fascinating memoir. It focuses on the comedian’s struggle with sleepwalking.

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Carole Radziwill: ‘What Remains’ - ‘What Remains’ is a heartbreaking memoir, which details the writer’s loss of husband Anthony Radziwill.

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Margaret Cho: ‘I'm the One That I Want’ - Cho used this memoir to discuss her past addictions to drugs and alcohol.

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Phoebe Robinson: 'You Can't Touch My Hair' -

The rising comedian has a winner with ‘You Can’t Touch My Hair,' a memoir which offers hilarious social commentary on America.

See also: Celebrities who have published children's books

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