John & Paul: A Love Story in Songs
by Ian Leslie
John and Paul explores the deep, complicated bond between Lennon and McCartney, a relationship that shaped The Beatles and global culture. Spanning 1957 to 1980, their dynamic—marked by tenderness, rivalry, and creative intensity—fueled their music. The book traces how their evolving connection, often compared to a romantic relationship, influenced the lyrics, humor, and storytelling that defined a generation.

The Bright Years
by ESarah Damoff

In The Bright Years, newlyweds Ryan and Lillian Bright hide devastating secrets—Lillian’s hidden son and Ryan’s alcoholism—while raising their daughter Georgette. After tragedy strikes, Georgette distances herself, only to be drawn back years later when her half-brother seeks out his birth family. Told from three perspectives, this tender novel explores how love and grace can heal a family fractured across generations.

A Protest History of the United States
by Gloria J. Browne-Marshall
In A Protest History of the United States, law professor Gloria Browne-Marshall explores 400 years of protest, from indigenous resistance to colonization to today’s climate activism. Part of Beacon’s ReVisioning History series, the book draws on legal records, archives, and government documents to highlight unsung heroes like Chief Powhatan, Muhammad Ali, and LGBTQ+ activist David Buckel.

The Eights
by Joanna Miller
In 1920, Oxford University admits women for the first time. The Eights—Beatrice, Dora, Marianne, and Otto—form an unlikely friendship as they chase dreams of education and equality. Dora, grieving lost loved ones; Beatrice, the daughter of a suffragette; Otto, a former nurse seeking escape; and Marianne, hiding a dangerous secret, must navigate lingering misogyny, the trauma of war, and a still-threatening influenza epidemic. In a changing world, their bond proves vital.

Poets Square: A Memoir in Thirty Cats
by Courtney Gustafson
When Courtney Gustafson moved to Tucson, she didn’t expect her rental home to come with thirty feral cats. Struggling with mental health, a low-paying job, and a new relationship during the pandemic, she was reluctant to help—until the cats’ needs became impossible to ignore. As she navigated the hardships of animal rescue, Courtney found unexpected healing and built an online community through TikTok and Instagram, where sharing the cats’ stories ultimately saved her home.

Dianaworld: An Obsession
by Edward White
For over forty years, Diana, Princess of Wales, has commanded an extraordinary cultural presence—adored by some, criticized by others. In Dianaworld, Edward White paints both a portrait of Diana and those in her orbit, from royal relatives and aristocrats to drag performers, artists, and Gen Z superfans. Using fresh sources, White recreates Diana’s world, traces her rise as a global icon, and examines her enduring legacy.

Matriarch: A Memoir
by Tina Knowles
Under a pecan tree, Tina Knowles’ mother told her she was “Celestine,” part of a lineage of strong women. Best known as the mother of Beyoncé, Solange, and Kelly Rowland, Tina’s story is about far more than motherhood. Matriarch follows her journey from a spirited girl in 1950s Galveston—surrounded by family, Motown music, and the beach—through the challenges of race, grief, creativity, and personal growth, as she builds a life of resilience, artistry, and love.

The Perfect Divorce
by Jeneva Rose
Eleven years after defending her husband Adam against a murder charge, Sarah Morgan has rebuilt her life—new husband, new career, and a family. But when she catches her husband Bob cheating and files for divorce, her past resurfaces: new DNA evidence reopens Adam’s case, dragging Sarah back into the spotlight. As Bob’s mistress goes missing, their divorce turns vicious, sparking a deadly game of cat and mouse. With Jeneva Rose’s signature twists, readers will wonder: can Sarah and Bob survive their “perfect” divorce?