This Week in Biography — Week of June 8, 2026

New Biography Releases

Hayden Panettiere's This Is Me: A Reckoning by Hayden Panettiere added 865 ratings this week — more than any other new Biography release and a strong debut for a book published this year. Here's what else moved.

The Land and Its People by David Sedaris

Published: May 26, 2026

David Sedaris's The Land and Its People is off to a remarkable start, with 991 new ratings this week. This growth puts it ahead of other new releases in the Biography genre, indicating a strong interest in Sedaris's unique voice and perspective.

Stats: 889 → 1,880 (+991)

This Is Me: A Reckoning by Hayden Panettiere

Published: May 19, 2026

Hayden Panettiere's memoir is gaining traction, with 865 new ratings this week. This increase suggests that readers are resonating with her candid and inspiring story, which offers a unique perspective on the entertainment industry and personal growth.

Stats: 1,595 → 2,460 (+865)

This Is Not About Running: A Memoir by Mary Cain

Published: April 28, 2026

Mary Cain's memoir has added 173 new ratings this week, a notable increase for a book that explores the complexities of elite sports and personal struggle. Cain's story is likely to appeal to readers interested in sports and memoirs.

Stats: 1,379 → 1,552 (+173)

I Choose Me: Chasing Joy, Finding Purpose & Embracing Reinvention by Jennie Garth

Published: April 14, 2026

Jennie Garth's memoir has gained 112 new ratings this week, a steady increase for a book that focuses on self-love and personal growth. Garth's story is likely to appeal to readers interested in celebrity memoirs and self-help.

Stats: 1,372 → 1,484 (+112)

Biography Backlist Risers

No Biography backlist risers were found in the data this week.