Apologies if this is not in the right section, but I am looking for any book recommendations on weight loss journeys rather than how-to guides or diet plans. I want stories from people who have lost a lot and/ or kept it off.

Thanks!

Half-Assed a Weight Loss Memoir

Walks with Petey

Never Give Up (by Richard Simmons- it may be out of print by now)

Great question! I hope you get a lot of responses

I second Pipsicle on Half-Assed: A Weight Loss Memoir and add the following:
The Amazing Adventures of Dietgirl by Shauna Reid
Hungry Heart: Adventures of Life, Love, and Writing by Jennifer Weiner
Good In Bed by Jennifer Weiner (I know you're looking for non-fiction but Weiner's GIB is a lot of fun and written from real events in her life. I've re-read it several times and it doesn't get old--at least for me. )

Have you found something interesting? If I were in your shoes, I’d definitely reach out to abebooks and see if they have any recommendations for weight loss books. They have such a great variety of titles, from well-known bestsellers to hidden gems, so you might come across something that really speaks to your journey. Plus, their prices are usually pretty reasonable, and they offer a wide range of formats—whether you’re into physical books, audiobooks, or e-books. I’d say it’s worth browsing through their collection to see what fits your needs.

"The Elephant in the Room" by Tommy Tomlinson
"Hungry" by Roxane Gay
"This Is Big" by Marisa Meltzer
"The Weight of Silence" by Shelley Waggener

One that really stuck with me was It Was Me All Along by Andie Mitchell, raw, honest, and relatable. It helped me reflect on my own patterns. I also decided to get Mounjaro online after reading about others using it in their journeys, and seeing real people succeed made it feel more possible. It’s those real-life ups and downs that keep me inspired.