Publishers: Chicago Review Press

About this publisher’s catalog

This catalog offers a diverse mix of narrative nonfiction and fiction that often explores cultural, social, and historical themes alongside creative storytelling. Readers can expect a blend of personal memoirs, investigative accounts, and imaginative works, with occasional scientific and practical topics woven in. The variety invites exploration by subject interest or narrative style.

What you’ll often find

  • Biographical and memoir-driven stories focusing on notable individuals and social movements
  • Investigative and true crime narratives that delve into organized crime and law enforcement
  • Explorations of cultural identity and race relations through historical and contemporary lenses
  • Fictional works ranging from speculative and science fiction to ghost stories and short narratives
  • Practical nonfiction that connects science with everyday life, such as food chemistry and nature activities
  • Music and entertainment-focused books that combine biography with cultural criticism
  • Juvenile nonfiction and fiction addressing social topics and recreational interests

How to browse this shelf

  • Start by selecting books centered on personal stories or broader social and historical themes
  • Look for nonfiction that intersects with cultural studies, politics, or race and ethnicity
  • Explore fiction offerings by narrative tone, from speculative futures to atmospheric short stories
  • Try nonfiction titles that connect scientific concepts to everyday experiences for a practical angle
  • Focus on music and entertainment subjects for readers interested in cultural history and biography
  • Consider juvenile titles when seeking accessible introductions to social issues or nature topics
  • Narrow your search by distinguishing between narrative-driven works and more reference-style books

Good fit if you like

  • Engaging personal narratives that illuminate broader social and historical contexts
  • Investigative storytelling with a focus on real-world complexities and social justice
  • Imaginative fiction that combines thoughtful world-building with cultural reflection
  • Nonfiction that connects scientific ideas to everyday life in clear, approachable ways
  • Books that explore music and entertainment as cultural phenomena and personal journeys
  • Accessible explorations of nature and social topics for younger or curious readers

Generated from the books currently available in this catalog.

  • First Class The Legacy of Dunbar, America’s First Black Public High School — Alison Stewart

    First Class The Legacy of Dunbar, America’s First Black Public High School — Alison Stewart

  • Little Girl Blue The Life of Karen Carpenter — Randy L. Schmidt

    Little Girl Blue The Life of Karen Carpenter — Randy L. Schmidt

  • The Man who Seduced Hollywood The Life and Loves of Greg Bautzer, Tinseltown’s Most Powerful Lawyer — B. James Gladstone

    The Man who Seduced Hollywood The Life and Loves of Greg Bautzer, Tinseltown’s Most Powerful Lawyer — B. James Gladstone

  • Ugly Prey An Innocent Woman and the Death Sentence that Scandalized Jazz Age Chicago — Emilie Le Beau Lucchesi

    Ugly Prey An Innocent Woman and the Death Sentence that Scandalized Jazz Age Chicago — Emilie Le Beau Lucchesi

  • Overdue Reckoning with the Public Library — Amanda Oliver

    Overdue Reckoning with the Public Library — Amanda Oliver

  • 100 Ways to Win a Ten-Spot Scams, Cons, Games You Can’t Lose — Paul Zenon

    100 Ways to Win a Ten-Spot Scams, Cons, Games You Can’t Lose — Paul Zenon

  • Wouldn’t It Be Nice Brian Wilson and the Making of the Beach Boys’ Pet Sounds — Charles L. Granata

    Wouldn’t It Be Nice Brian Wilson and the Making of the Beach Boys’ Pet Sounds — Charles L. Granata

  • Desmond Tutu Rabble-rouser for Peace, the Authorized Biography — John Allen

    Desmond Tutu Rabble-rouser for Peace, the Authorized Biography — John Allen

  • Superpod Saving the Endangered Orcas of the Pacific Northwest — Nora Nickum

    Superpod Saving the Endangered Orcas of the Pacific Northwest — Nora Nickum

  • Rainforests An Activity Guide for Ages 6-9 — Nancy F. Castaldo

    Rainforests An Activity Guide for Ages 6-9 — Nancy F. Castaldo

  • Plantology 30 Activities and Observations for Exploring the World of Plants — Michael Elsohn Ross

    Plantology 30 Activities and Observations for Exploring the World of Plants — Michael Elsohn Ross

  • The Laura Ingalls Wilder Companion A Chapter-By-Chapter Guide — Annette Whipple

    The Laura Ingalls Wilder Companion A Chapter-By-Chapter Guide — Annette Whipple

  • Joe Black More than a Dodger — Martha Jo Black

    Joe Black More than a Dodger — Martha Jo Black

  • Lewis and Clark for Kids Their Journey of Discovery with 21 Activities — Janis Herbert

    Lewis and Clark for Kids Their Journey of Discovery with 21 Activities — Janis Herbert

  • Women of Steel and Stone 22 Inspirational Architects, Engineers, and Landscape Designers — Anna M. Lewis

    Women of Steel and Stone 22 Inspirational Architects, Engineers, and Landscape Designers — Anna M. Lewis

  • Fire and Air A Life on the Edge — Patty Wagstaff

    Fire and Air A Life on the Edge — Patty Wagstaff

  • US of AA How the Twelve Steps Hijacked the Science of Alcoholism — Joe Miller

    US of AA How the Twelve Steps Hijacked the Science of Alcoholism — Joe Miller

  • Fighting to Serve Behind the Scenes in the War to Repeal “don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” — Alexander Nicholson

    Fighting to Serve Behind the Scenes in the War to Repeal “don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” — Alexander Nicholson

  • Eating the Pacific Northwest Rediscovering Regional American Flavors — Darrin Nordahl

    Eating the Pacific Northwest Rediscovering Regional American Flavors — Darrin Nordahl

  • Prince on Prince Interviews and Encounters — Arthur Lizie

    Prince on Prince Interviews and Encounters — Arthur Lizie