Margaret Atwood Announces First Memoir, 'Book of Lives,' Set for November Release

The celebrated author of 'The Handmaid's Tale' reflects on her unconventional life, literary career, and personal experiences in her forthcoming memoir.

Margaret Atwood's memoir, 'Book of Lives: A Memoir of Sorts,' will be released on November 4, 2025, by Doubleday in the US and other publishers globally.
The memoir explores Atwood's life from her nomadic childhood in northern Quebec to her acclaimed literary career and personal relationships.
Atwood reflects on the inspiration behind her works, including 'The Handmaid's Tale,' which she wrote during a politically charged era in East Berlin.
The book promises a mix of humor, joy, tragedy, and political insights, blending personal anecdotes with the broader cultural and historical context of her life.
Atwood, an 85-year-old two-time Booker Prize winner, describes the memoir as a literary exploration of memory, linking her life experiences to her writing.