{
  "id": 10766618,
  "title": "Patti Smith’s Memoir Tells Her Childhood Story and Artistic Awakening: Here’s Where to Get Your Copy Online",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/29/patti-smiths-memoir-tells-her-childhood-story-and-artistic-awakening",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-29T19:48:54.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Billboard",
    "slug": "billboard",
    "url": "https://www.billboard.com/culture/product-recommendations/patti-smith-bread-of-angels-memoir-book-shop-buy-online-1236349776/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Patti Smith, known as the \"Godmother of Punk,\" has shared her childhood story and artistic awakening in her latest memoir, \"Bread of Angels: A Memoir.\" Born in a condemned housing complex in New Jersey, Smith developed her writing skills from poetry to songwriting, culminating in the iconic album Horses in 1975. Now priced at $20 on Amazon, the paperback edition of her memoir follows Smith as she balances her family life with her career in writing and music. Available both as a hardcover and an audiobook, the memoir was originally published in hardcover in 2025. Amazon Prime members can receive the book in less than two days through Prime Delivery, while non-members can take advantage of a 30-day free trial to enjoy benefits such as fast shipping, exclusive discounts, and access to Prime Video, Prime Reading, and Amazon Photos.",
  "summary": "Now available in paperback, Bread of Angels: A Memoir is a must-read for fans.",
  "key_points": [
    "Patti Smith's memoir, \"Bread of Angels,\" recounts her childhood and artistic journey.",
    "Originally published in hardcover in 2025, the paperback edition is priced at $20 on Amazon.",
    "Available in hardcover, paperback, and audiobook formats for various reading preferences."
  ],
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}