Patti Smith's Memoir "Bread of Angels" Hits #1 on Amazon

Patti Smith's latest memoir, "Bread of Angels: A Memoir," has become a bestseller on Amazon, reaching the #1 spot in rock band biographies as of November 2025. The book, which was released on November 4th, provides an intimate look at Smith's early years of art, exploration, and creativity that helped shape her into the literary and music icon she is today.

Unlike her previous memoir "Just Kids," which focused on a specific point in time, "Bread of Angels" takes readers back to the very beginning of Smith's journey. One of the most compelling sections of the book is where Smith recalls her chance meeting with her future husband, MC5 guitarist Fred "Sonic" Smith, in 1976. Smith describes the moment vividly, writing, "That fleeting moment was to redirect the whole of my life." The couple would later collaborate on Smith's 1988 album "Dream of Life," and Fred's influence can be seen in many of the songs she released after his passing in 1994.

Overall, "Bread of Angels" is a must-read for music fans, offering a unique and personal perspective on one of the most influential artists of the punk-rock era.