I have been on a tear lately. So, recent reads are:
The Best Strangers in the World -- Ari Shapiro
Ari is the host of All Things Considered and a singer with Pink Martini. This is not only a look at his own life but at the stories that have influenced him the most.
American Demon -- Daniel Stashower
It's 1930's Cleveland, Ohio and in walks Elliot Ness, fresh from his war on Al Capone. Ness is the new Safety Commissioner for the city, and he has big plans for it. When headless torsos begin showing up, things go off the rails.
The Body Is Not An Apology -- Sonya Renee Taylor
A critical look at the how we not only view our own bodies but how that affects how we view the bodies and lives around us.
White Fragility -- Dr. Robin DiAngelo
Dealing with prejudice and racism from the inside out.
What If? -- Randall Munroe
The creator of XKCD gives serious, scientific answers to some of the most ridiculous hypothetical questions. Ever.
A Short History Of Nearly Everything -- Bill Bryson
From Quarks to the rise of Man. Briefly.
Oscar Wars -- Michael Schulman
The true story of the creation of the Academy, it's struggle to maintain relevance, Oscar campaigns, and who won the DeHavilland/Fontaine war.
Unruly -- David Mitchell
The Kings and Queens of England have been a naughty bunch. Mitchell (Peep Show, That Mitchell And Webb Look) details how naughty.
A History of Britan, Vol 1-3 -- Simon Schama
Yes, it's a slog and will probably take you a year to finish, but it's damn interesting if you're a history buff.
Apparently There Were Complaints -- Sharon Gless
Second-best biography I've read this year (Streisand's was number 1).