In Bread of Angels, Patti Smith turns her attention to the books, paintings, and songs that have quietly shaped her life. Moving between memories of New York, time on the road, and hours spent in museums and libraries, she writes about how certain works of art became companions and guides. The prose is spare and devotional, more like a series of long letters than a conventional celebrity memoir.

WHY WE PICKED IT
Because it extends the thread from Just Kids and M Train into a book that is as much about reading as it is about living. Bread of Angels is a strong pick for fans of Smith’s earlier work, readers who like artist memoirs, and anyone who treats their favorite books like old friends.

DETAILS
• Author: Patti Smith
• Publisher: Random House
• Publication Date: November 4, 2025
• Format: Hardcover
• ISBN: 9781101875124
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