by Obi Kaufmann
Creator of the bestselling California Field Atlas series returns with his most philosophical work to date
“Kaufmann makes a compelling argument for a decisive new perspective. An urgent message for the future.” —KIRKUS, ★ starred review
“Obi Kaufmann’s books are like bibles to me.” —DAVE EGGERS
by Laura Cunningham
A magnificently illustrated classic of California natural history, now updated in a long-awaited reissue
“A glorious view of the Golden State’s natural past.” —KIRKUS, ★ starred review
“Beautiful and enlightening . . . a California classic.” —SAN FRANCISCO CHRONICLE
“A vivid reminder of how things began. One of Heyday’s best.” —KIM STANLEY ROBINSON, author of The High Sierra: A Love Story
photography by Ken Lightforeword by Ishmael Reed
A time capsule of West Oakland's Black community, spotlighting its pride, resilience, and joy
“An invaluable window into urban Black America.” —KIRKUS, ★ starred review
by David Perlis
An immersive deep dive into Marin's outsize influence on the American imagination
“A gonzo love letter to a bygone Northern California counterculture.” —PUBLISHERS WEEKLY
“Reading Morning in Marin, you get the sense that Marin served as America’s leading countercultural way station. And Perlis’ storytelling skills make it seem like good fun.” —LOS ANGELES TIMES
by Dorothy Lazard
New memoir explores the vital role of libraries and the people who keep them running
“Lazard stresses what an unprecedented and underappreciated institution the American public library is [and] delivers an ode to public service that brims with communal feeling. Heartfelt, insightful, and justifiably righteous, it’s a balm for book lovers.” —PUBLISHERS WEEKLY
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The Fall 2026 issue of News from Native California, guest edited by Yurok Roundhouse Intern Tori McConnell, explores an Indigenous cultural burn in the Sierra Nevada, Indigiqueer resistance at San Francisco Pride, and a road trip across Native nations throughout the country. This issue also spotlights Cahuilla filmmaker Isabella Madrigal, Native Hands Wine of San Juan Capistrano, and original art and poetry woven throughout. The cover art features the work of Kashia Pomo artist Eric Wilder.
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