Susan Orlean has a lifetime of stories to tell. Her writing credentials include The New Yorker (22 years as staff writer), Vogue, Rolling Stone, Esquire and numerous nonfiction books. Shaped by a relentless curiosity and uncanny ability to dive deeply into any topic, Orlean now brings her immense writing talents to her own memoir, Joyride: …
Every Wednesday, the Pacific Northwest Booksellers Association publishes the regional bestseller list. On Thursdays, we celebrate Thursday Themes to shine a spotlight on some of the books from the list and give our brains a different way of thinking about books. I guess we’re taking advice from amphibians these days. Why not? These little guys are cute and …
The author of Braiding Sweetgrass, a book that has continued to brighten the lives of readers for years, has returned with a lovely small book that is going to be celebrated for its Indigenous wisdom, just as her first book continues to be. I love it and will be re-reading it for inspiration and guidance …
Rachel of Brick and Mortar Books in Redmond, WA says: “A beautiful, inspiring essay collection on the lessons of gift economy and community as demonstrated by the serviceberry plant and Indigenous worldviews.” The Country Bookshelf also loves The Serviceberry: “This delightful little hardcover contains a beautiful essay in tune with Robin’s previous work, Braiding Sweetgrass. …
I did not expect a book written by someone who works in a rare books store to be so entertaining. From his first days as an apprentice rare bookseller, when he was assigned a desk more suited for a munchkin than his lumbering 6’ frame, Oliver Darkshire humorously describes his experiences and the unique individuals …
This book seems to rise organically out of the natural roots of the Olympic Peninsula, and from the heart and soul of its people. Salmon, Cedar, Rock & Rain will become the definitive book on this unique place ‒ a world heritage site and UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. I don’t see how anything could surpass it. …
This was one of our favorite nature books that come out this last year. From the cover to the colored edges to the illustrations. –Trail’s End Bookstore, Winthrop, WA Explore beautiful books at Trail’s End Bookstore and other independent bookstores. Be sure to follow them on social media and support them with purchases! In nature, …
This gorgeous book features Hashimoto’s art paired with quotes, facts about the trees, and the thought process that went into choosing which trees to include. For any nature lover/artist. — Christy, Secret Garden Books, Seattle, WA This favorite holiday gift published by PNW press Mountaineers Books is readily available again after a holiday reprint. It …
On Wednesdays, the Pacific Northwest Booksellers Association Bestseller list is published. Every week, we love to see what has been most popular in independent bookstores around our region. As we peruse the list, we ponder patterns. Then we present this weekly feature: Thursday Themes. We noticed there are some books on the list that fill out the bookshelves …
This tiny book packs a scary punch! What better way to wrap up spooky season than by learning about (and maybe visiting?) some haunted places in our backyard. Our staff review says: Perhaps due to injury-prone industries in the PNW, it seems our hauntings have unusual intensity. Cemeteries, tourist hotspots, and ghost towns are part …
