26 new celebrity memoirs to read in 2026
From humble beginnings to headline-making highs, our favorite celebrities definitely have stories to tell. And lucky for us... they do! While social media gives us a quick glimpse into their personal lives, nothing truly beats the raw, intimate, tell-all of a memoir. Within these pages, the stars get to share their experiences in their own words—early struggles, career breakthroughs, scandals, and everything in between. And many of them even narrate their own audiobooks, so you can hear the story straight from the source.
Get all the latest gossip in this star-studded lineup of celebrity memoirs from 2026. Read or listen for free on the Libby app.
Unburdened
by Dorit Kemsley
From The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star Dorit Kemsley comes a candid memoir in which she reveals the unscripted moments that shaped who she is today.
Arsenio
by Arsenio Hall
America's beloved late-night TV host reveals the ups and downs of his remarkable career as a trailblazing pioneer with this behind-the-scenes, star-studded, no-holds-barred memoir of celebrity, race, and show business.
What Mattered Most
by Ty Herndon
An intimate, often hilarious but always sincere memoir from country legend Ty Herndon on his struggles with addiction, mental health, his career, relationships, and being the first openly gay male country superstar.
Cher
by Cher
The next chapter in Cher’s iconic life will be released in November 2026. Catch up on Cher, Part One that was released in 2024.
This Is Me
by Hayden Panettiere
Heroes and Nashville star Hayden Panettiere reclaims her story in a remarkably candid memoir.
Famesick
by Lena Dunham
In this rowdy, frank reflection on illness, fame, sex, and everything in between, the remarkable mind behind the hit series Girls asks whether fulfilling her creative ambitions has been worth the pain.
La Lucci
by Laura Morton
The moving follow-up to Susan Lucci's New York Times bestseller, All My Life, this stunning new memoir includes nearly one hundred never-before-seen photos.
Phases
by Brandy
The iconic, multiplatinum, Grammy Award–winning performer Brandy brings us a raw, intimate portrait of her life, charting her journey from Mississippi churches to Hollywood spotlights.
Kids, Wait Till You Hear This!
by Liza Minnelli
Global icon Liza Minnelli shares her inspiring story: stepping out from the long shadow of a mega-star mother and legendary film director father, fighting a lifetime battle with addiction, and emerging from it all to become a once-in-a-lifetime artist.
You with the Sad Eyes
by Christina Applegate
Unflinchingly honest and darkly funny, You with the Sad Eyes unveils a side of Christina Applegate we've never seen, forever cementing her formidable and iconoclastic legacy.
It's Never Too Late
by Marla Gibbs
The star of classic television series, including The Jeffersons and 227, reveals her difficult journey from a tempestuous childhood to becoming a confident Hollywood powerbroker and groundbreaker who paved the way for today's superstar talents.
Stripped Down
by Bunnie Xo
From the trailer parks of Vegas to the mansions of Nashville, Bunnie Xo has lived a lot of lives and seen the darkest sides of humanity. Her memoir is cold, clear evidence that no one is irredeemable. With a heavy dose of humor and a refreshing sense of self-awareness, Bunnie pulls no punches as she shares her journey of redemption while offering some homespun wisdom to those who need a little saving themselves.
Remember the Times
by Teddy Riley
Grammy Award–winning R&B and hip-hop legend Teddy Riley recounts his journey from growing up in the projects in Harlem to inventing the genre New Jack Swing, selling out shows at Madison Square Garden, and creating music for Michael Jackson, Snoop Dogg, Pharrell, and more.
The Guy You Loved to Hate
by Spencer Pratt
In this explosive, wildly entertaining memoir, Los Angeles mayoral candidate Spencer Pratt charts his rise and fall as America's most notorious reality TV villain on The Hills—and how, from the ashes of the Pacific Palisades fires, he's finally ready for his redemption arc.
Transcendent
by Laverne Cox
Four-time Emmy-nominated actress Laverne Cox shares her journey as a transgender woman in Hollywood, confronting childhood trauma, shame, gender identity, her transition, body image issues, her search for romantic love, deep-seated feelings of unworthiness, and ultimately, healing.
Devout
by David Archuleta
A raw and powerful coming-out story from the beloved American Idol finalist traces David Archuleta's journey from closeted Mormon teen to global pop star to openly queer man, revealing the hidden pressures of fame, the weight of religious expectations, and the courage it takes to live authentically.
True Crime
by Patricia Cornwell
New York Times bestselling author Patricia Cornwell finally tells the story that rivals all of the works that precede it: her own.
The Wilder Way
by Eva zu Beck
From the internationally beloved YouTube adventurer and National Geographic TV host, a singular and fearless new travel memoir packed with inspiration for leading a more vibrant, wild, and authentic life.
View from the East Wing
by Jill Biden
A novelist once wrote, "There are stories one must tell, and years when one must tell them." Jill Biden's time to discuss her four years in the White House is now.
Communion
by J. D. Vance
Narrated by the Vice President himself—an intimate account of why he strayed from the Christianity of his youth and what led him back to faith.
Legs Hearts Minds
by Chris Jones
In this raw, potent memoir of heartbreak and the life-saving power of fandom, an award-winning sports journalist tells the story of how he hit rock bottom—and the unlikely, unlucky soccer team that would carry him through.
And So It Is...
by Jamie Lynn Sigler
The star of the legendary HBO series The Sopranos and podcast co-host with Christina Applegate, Jamie Lynn Sigler opens up about the vicissitudes of life, from early stardom to heartache and love, motherhood, and illness, offering readers an unflinchingly vulnerable exploration of the experiences that have transformed her life.
The Steps
by Sylvester Stallone
Coming Sept. 29!
A gritty, inspiring, heart-wrenching memoir by the Academy Award-winning legend and icon Sylvester Stallone, about his unlikely path to stardom and the creation of the greatest underdog story ever told.
The Make-Believe
by Hannah Murray
From Skins and Games of Thrones star Hannah Murray, a memoir about fame, mental illness, and the struggle to leave a shadowy wellness organization whose belief in magic shattered her reality.
You Better Believe I'm Gonna Talk About It
by Lisa Rinna
From the breakout star of The Traitors comes the first memoir from beloved actress, Housewife, and pop culture icon, Lisa Rinna. From her career, to her personal life, she's spilling ALL the tea! If she's experienced it... you better believe she's gonna talk about it!
Even the Good Girls Will Cry
by Melissa Auf der Maur
A remarkably open-hearted, clear-eyed memoir of the '90s alternative era by the bassist of Hole and The Smashing Pumpkins.
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Published Jun 05, 2026
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Annie Suhy is the editor of Libby Life. When she’s not working, practicing yoga, or petting cats, she’s doing paint-by-numbers and buying more plants. An avid poetry fan, her favorite collection is The Splinter Factory by Jeffrey McDaniel. She is an Aries.