best non-fiction books 2022

Best Non-Fiction Books to Look Out for in 2022

As the calendar flips to a new year, book lovers around the world eagerly anticipate the release of some of the most captivating non-fiction books. With a myriad of genres encompassing history, science, memoirs, and more, 2022 promises to be a remarkable year for bookworms seeking knowledge and inspiration. From insightful biographies to thought-provoking investigative journalism, here are some of the most anticipated non-fiction books of 2022:

1. "The Code Breaker: Jennifer Doudna, Gene Editing, and the Future of the Human Race" by Walter Isaacson:
   This riveting biography explores the life and work of Jennifer Doudna, the brilliant scientist who co-developed CRISPR, a revolutionary gene-editing technology. Isaacson delves into the ethical dilemmas and scientific breakthroughs that make Doudna's story so compelling.

2. "Empire of Pain: The Secret History of the Sackler Dynasty" by Patrick Radden Keefe:
   Keefe uncovers the shocking truth behind the powerful Sackler family and their involvement in the opioid crisis. Chronicling the rise and fall of their pharmaceutical empire, this expose challenges readers to question the ethics of corporate greed.

3. "Beautiful Country: A Memoir" by Qian Julie Wang:
   This poignant memoir follows Wang's journey as an undocumented immigrant growing up in New York City's Chinatown. Sharing her personal experiences of poverty, discrimination, and resilience, Wang sheds light on the complex realities faced by immigrant communities.

4. "The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma" by Bessel van der Kolk:
   Expanding upon his groundbreaking research on trauma, van der Kolk explores how traumatic experiences shape both the mind and body. This essential read offers insights into the healing process and provides hope for those affected by trauma.

5. "The Bomber Mafia" by Malcolm Gladwell:
   In this thought-provoking work, Gladwell examines the moral and strategic challenges faced by the U.S. Air Force during World War II. Taking readers on a journey through history, he explores the controversial decisions made by the Bomber Mafia and their impact on modern warfare.

To keep up with the latest non-fiction releases, numerous online platforms offer comprehensive lists and reviews. Websites like Goodreads, Amazon, and Barnes & Noble provide user-generated ratings, author interviews, and recommendations, making it easier for avid readers to discover new titles.

Whether you're interested in scientific advancements, societal issues, or personal narratives, the non-fiction landscape of 2022 is brimming with exciting possibilities. Stay curious, explore the realm of knowledge, and let these captivating books transport you to new perspectives and insights. Happy reading!
God Wars Fiction
God Wars

An inconspicuous character is transported to the realm of gods. There are no massive clusters of light like supercomputers here, but there is a mysterious Time God. With the ability to respawn after death, the protagonist navigates this world of reincarnation. Will they choose to seize everything for personal gain or set aside their own interests to become a hero who saves the world? What is the truth behind the Time God? Will they willingly become a pawn or defy the master of the game board? All unfolds in the God Wars! No harem, no mistreatment of the main character. Join our reader group!

59.82 Million words | 2020-08-12 03:35Update

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The Waste Crown Princess: The Assassin Empress Fiction
The Waste Crown Princess: The Assassin Empress

After crossing over, the weak and incapable waste young lady becomes a nationally known female devil, playing mind games, scheming, and bullying those who have wronged her, returning tenfold! 'You ugly emperor, ugly freak, get lost far away from me, looking at you makes me annoyed!' Faced with the emperor, the waste young lady is cunning, eccentric, and domineering, taking off the emperor's mask...

399.21 Million words | 2023-05-08 04:03Update

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Princess Unwilling, Please Part Ways Fiction
Princess Unwilling, Please Part Ways

Mourong Nian, who grew up spoiled by the emperor and empress, believed that one day she would divorce her husband, the prince, and marry the general Mu whom she had loved since childhood. Mei Wenjin, who always had a gentle temperament, couldn't bear it anymore and asked her fiercely, 'Mourong Nian, am I your husband or just a figurehead?' But later, he couldn't help but hold her in his arms at night, pouring out a lifetime of tenderness. He eventually gambled his life to fulfill her momentary obsession, only to find that Mourong Nian knelt down first and begged him not to leave... Love is a deep wound to the heart, unwilling to part without a word. After twists and turns, they discovered that Mei Wenjin had always been her place of solace, and she was his only source of heartbreak in this lifetime. The story is set in a fictional world, with a satisfactory ending. The female lead may not be likable, but love has always been irrational.

380.52 Million words | 2021-09-27 10:08Update

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Soul Thief Fiction
Soul Thief

Since ancient times, there has been a profession in the folk that delves into dangerous situations without seeking fame or fortune - the Spirit Thief. These individuals primarily work to capture spirits in tombs and pacify wandering souls, bringing benefits to others. Twenty years ago, a remarkable Spirit Thief accidentally stumbled upon the Ghost City and paid a heavy price. Now, twenty years later, when Spirit Thieves have all but disappeared, the descendant of that Spirit Thief follows the clues left behind by their ancestors and resumes the old profession. Venturing into the depths of the Ghost City, they discover an unknown secret hidden within the tombs, and behind that secret lies a mind-boggling conspiracy.

439.99 Million words | 2021-09-21 22:43Update

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The Witch's Pet Husband Fiction
The Witch's Pet Husband

Holding jade to be born? But I am not Baogege! Auspicious signs from the heavens? Hehe, if there are handsome guys, I don't mind being an auspicious presence! Since I've traveled through time, let's make a list of things that time travelers must do and do them one by one! Cross-dressing as a man to enter the academy? Absolutely necessary! Becoming the top courtesan of the brothel? Piece of cake! Consort to the prince? Actually, I'm just a bystander, no need to be too nervous, Your Highness! A general before the tent? Alright, I don't mind making a cameo as Mr. Zhuge and fanning myself in the winter! Prince, scholar, general, assassin, constable, tycoon...no matter what your identity is, as long as you're a handsome guy, this girl will take you all as pets...oh, no, I mean husbands!

578.34 Million words | 2021-10-19 12:32Update

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Rippling waves shimmer Fiction
Rippling waves shimmer

Who said a woman cannot marry twice? I, Cai Yan, have experienced ups and downs in my life like a floating duckweed. Despite marrying four husbands, I still obtained the love I deserved. Is this destiny or luck? Who said that a remarried woman is worthless? As long as there is love, every moment is wonderful. As long as there is talent, favor will follow everywhere. Who said that a married woman can no longer have love? As long as you believe, love will come, blooming brilliantly like flowers on a branch. With a pair of sparkling eyes, my brilliance shines through. Join our QQ reading group.

52.34 Million words | 2021-06-08 16:44Update

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Boss is too arrogant: Honey, let's get married. Fiction
Boss is too arrogant: Honey, let's get married.

"Husband, they say I am a calamity to men, what do you think?" "Of course, let's see when you take your clothes off." "Husband, they say I am not worthy of you, what will you do?" "Of course, I'll turn off the lights." "Husband, you are shameless." "Hmm? There are even more shameless things..." And then, thud, against the wall, thud thud thud. The next day, the little woman was sore and pain in her waist, she instigated her little babe, "Son, sleep with your father tonight!" The little dog immediately held onto the

310.65 Million words | 2021-09-29 13:20Update

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Vicious Supporting Female Lead Secures a Sweet Love Drama Script Fiction
Vicious Supporting Female Lead Secures a Sweet Love Drama Script

Mo Xian died, but after her death, she got a chance to transmigrate into a book and complete a mission in order to earn a second chance at life. Mo Xian's mission: to guide the male lead onto the right path. - At school, Yu Chen said, "Mo Xian, when you receive love letters, I don't want to be a good person anymore." - At a banquet, Yu Chen said, "Mo Xian, when you dance with others, I don't want to be a good person anymore." - On the marriage certificate, Mo Xian looked at the document already signed with the words "Yu Chen." She muttered, "Is this not the job application I wanted?" Yu Chen replied, "If you sign it, I'll be a good person for a lifetime

106.12 Million words | 2020-10-10 17:21Update

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Lonely Mountain Ghost Corpse Fiction
Lonely Mountain Ghost Corpse

I grew up with my uncle, leading a peaceful life, until his passing. Even as a clueless 'little brat', unexpected events made me realize that my uncle's death was not simple! ......

246.19 Million words | 2022-07-11 05:34Update

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Rebirth of the Noble Daughter in the Marquis Manor Fiction
Rebirth of the Noble Daughter in the Marquis Manor

Because of love, she chose to leave in her past life, because of love, she chose to stay in this life. So what if she is the daughter of a noble family? So what if she is the prince's consort? So what if she could have held a position in the imperial family? In her eyes, they are nothing but fleeting clouds. In her past life, her departure filled him with endless regret. In this life, her presence has made his life extraordinary. No current princess, no prince's position can compare to her slightest smile. But why does she still choose to leave decisively...

275.17 Million words | 2020-12-12 04:46Update

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Guide to Killing Transmigrators Fiction
Guide to Killing Transmigrators

How to kill a person? A knife, a bottle of poison, a pot of flowers, a blade of grass, or even just a grain of sand... But how do you kill a transmigrator? Well, I suppose you'll need a Mi-Qie particle rifle, a fleet of annihilator starships, interstellar turbo laser cannons, antimatter annihilation missiles, and a red-colored Gundam with sharp horns. Of course, if you don't like these high-tech gadgets, we can also provide Seven Arrows Nailhead Book, Kryptonite-enhanced top-grade flying sword, talismans sealed with chaotic incantations, Book of Shadows, Star X Weapons, and various spells and magical items. In short, every transmigrator is a cheat code, possessing an unbeatable plot armor called protagonist luck. But don't worry, I'll help you, and don't doubt it, because I have already killed numerous transmigrators and have gained rich experience in dealing with them. I am Zhou You, known as the Terminus in various lifetimes in multiple universes.

49.49 Million words | 2022-05-04 22:33Update

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Presenting You a Wedding Gown Fiction
Presenting You a Wedding Gown

In this extraordinary love story, a dream brings 'Ruoxi' back to the past where the distinguished Ruo family crosses paths with the ambitious father and son of the Gu family. Through a series of coincidences, Ruoxi falls in love with 'Gu Chen' who gives her the dream of being a hero. 'Under the pagoda tree, I present you a rose and give you a wedding gown.' Unexpectedly, this profound love becomes a fatal weapon used by Ruoxi's father to suppress the Gu family. To him, is his own daughter just a mere chess piece? How will the Gu family cope with the earth-shattering changes? In the face of new grudges and old hatreds, what kind of love, hate, and passion will unfold? From heaven to earth, a fleeting glance, accompanied through life and death, transcending billions of light years. The once mountain vow and sea pledge shattered into fragments, the once warmth and joy disappeared without a trace. Will this love across generations find a common destination? Let us wait and enter the story of 'Presenting You a Wedding Gown' together.

537.81 Million words | 2022-05-12 20:44Update

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Full-time Demon Slayer Fiction
Full-time Demon Slayer

In the world we live in, there are some hidden professions unknown to most people. One such profession is called the Ghost Alchemist. With a seven-day ritual, the spirits are bound to appear. Those who master the art of manipulating ghosts can foresee events, achieve prosperity, and enjoy wealth and status in the human realm. Wu Ming is an ordinary person who, by chance, obtains a secret manual on alchemizing ghosts. From then on, his destiny starts to change, triggering fierce battles among major interest groups. However, deep within the vortex, Wu Ming remains true to himself and embarks on an undefeated legend of strength.

20.72 Million words | 2020-08-17 05:33Update

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Rebirth in the Eighties, A Little Sweet Wife Fiction
Rebirth in the Eighties, A Little Sweet Wife

Qin Xiaoxiao is reborn. In her previous life, she lived a pathetic life and died a tragic death. In this life, she possesses the Lingquan Space and refuses to be manipulated by anyone. Lacking culinary skills? Her spiritual power makes up for it! No money? She starts selling tea eggs. Eating Lingquan brand tea eggs, no back pain or leg soreness, even the coma for twenty years of an old vegetable man can smell it and come running. Qin Xiaoxiao originally just wanted to live a peaceful life, but those who ruined her in her previous life are relentless, and they are on the verge of acting out. She won't hesitate to be ruthless and cruel towards them, and she will make them beg for survival and wish for death! However, the insane person she took in out of pity is causing her heart to waver...

418.06 Million words | 2022-04-02 11:50Update

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The Incredible Pregnancy Incident Fiction
The Incredible Pregnancy Incident

I am an elementary school teacher. After attending a class reunion, I found myself mysteriously pregnant. It turned out that everyone who attended the reunion had died. In order to survive, I had to marry this ghost who was haunting me, and I had to... PS: Please click on the little star in the top right corner of the book for cookies. Clicking on it will allow you to login and add the book to your collection. After logging in, you can vote for daily recommendations, leave comments, and more, without registering. It's super convenient, so give it a try. Additional updates: Chapter on the jade pendant, Chapter ten on the crown. Author's QQ: [not provided]

571.15 Million words | 2020-08-24 09:59Update

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Trial Marriage Husband: Need to Work Hard! Fiction
Trial Marriage Husband: Need to Work Hard!

On the day of her divorce, Wan Suyi got remarried in a flash, making her the ultimate first! Her lightning marriage partner is none other than the legendary figure from a wealthy family, Meng Qiaoyi! After marrying Meng Qiaoyi, her life took a turn for the better, turning decay into something magical! When she shed her inconspicuous shell, she appeared stunningly beautiful, and her ex-husband said, "That person looks like my ex-wife!" But she wasn't that pretty. She was shining brightly, and the onlookers said, "They're in a fake marriage, Meng Qiaoyi isn't interested in women." Meng Qiaoyi confidently glanced at the crowd and said, "Now I am interested, only when I met her did I know what true feminine allure is."

11.12 Million words | 2023-06-19 11:32Update

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Apocalyptic Earthwalker Fiction
Apocalyptic Earthwalker

The cruel end of the world has arrived, with zombies rampant and survivors killing each other for resources. The whole world has become extremely dangerous. And he, possesses the ability of Tuxing Sun from the ancient Chinese legend, able to control and traverse through the earth at will. Thus, the era of sneaky tactics in the apocalypse is born. With his unparalleled ability to escape, witness how he struggles to survive in the end of the world, building the safest underground kingdom and becoming the ruler. WeChat group has been established, search 'Rise of Baoju' to join, or directly search 'jueqi' to enter a brand new world.

272.75 Million words | 2021-05-20 12:51Update

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The Strategy of the Female Official Fiction
The Strategy of the Female Official

In the flourishing reign of the Tang Dynasty, Empress Wu Zetian held absolute power. He was the valiant and courageous young son of Empress Wu, known as Chaoyang, radiating brilliance. However, among the hundreds of palace maids, his eyes fell upon her – sly and suspicious, unscrupulous, which was exactly the appearance he desired the most... He personally trained her, sending her into the vortex of power, and then devoted his lifelong efforts to protect her rise and reclaim her...

80.45 Million words | 2022-11-13 03:17Update

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Drunk in Love: Trying Out Love Affairs Fiction
Drunk in Love: Trying Out Love Affairs

Love is often unfair, especially in modern marriages where women are strong and men are weak. How does one maintain such a relationship? Man Jia has always believed that as long as she remains faithful, her marriage can last forever. But when the harsh reality sets in, she discovers that some subtle things cannot be prevented, no matter how hard she tries. Yuan Dong forcefully enters her marriage with Chen Zimo, triggering a true battle of love. Who abandoned whom and who is willing to stay strong for whom?

593.42 Million words | 2021-06-26 00:59Update

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The Dark Journey of the Apocalypse Fiction
The Dark Journey of the Apocalypse

When the end of the world comes, the heavens and the earth undergo drastic changes, and ordinary creatures suddenly turn into monsters, while pets become ferocious beasts... They prey on humans and only know how to kill! In a world where mysterious demigods, powerful dragons, noble elves, and evil undead coexist, what fate will humanity face? Whether you were once a high-ranking noble admired by thousands, or an ordinary person leading an unremarkable life, in this world, killing is the only way to become stronger, and the weak are destined to be eliminated! Lingyun, who has been reborn, carries the memories of his past life and returns to the moment before the earth's transformation. In this parallel world, will he be able to protect the people he wants to protect? What secrets are hidden behind his rebirth? Friendly reminder: In the preceding non-VIP chapters, there are at least "w" number of words, which can be skipped for a more concise reading experience...

550.16 Million words | 2022-02-03 02:15Update

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