Oregon State University Press, 2026. Paperback. With rising temperatures, longer summers, drought, and more wildfires occurring in the United States and Canada, there is growing interest in the impact and efficacy of Indigenous fire and cultural burning practices. Indigenous communities throughout this region known as Turtle Island have long used..... More
Simon & Shuster, 2023. Find the knot you need for every situation with 50 Knots for Every Adventure. Includes two lengths of rope so you can practice tying knots. Be prepared for your next escapade with this handy guide to the world of knots. Included are all the essential knots..... More
2021. 2nd. Edition. Here are the 80 best low-impact day hikes in Northern California, perfect for aging baby boomers, seniors, those traveling with small children, and anyone else interested more in a stroll than a climb.From hikes just outside of San Francisco to long strolls in the Sierra Nevada, this..... More
Little a, 2024. 1. Softcover. New release by Berkeley local author!Renowned rock climber Beth Rodden's inspiring memoir about overcoming devastating trauma, refusing to be held hostage by fear, and taking a leap toward healing. Beth Rodden is twenty years old and already an elite rock climber when a climbing excursion..... More
Artisan Publishers, 09/15/2020. Now in Paperback!Over 100 exceptional and influential women describe how they embraced their creative spirit, overcame adversity, and sparked a global movement of entrepreneurship. Media titans and ceramicists, hoteliers and tattoo artists, comedians and architects--taken together, these profiles paint a beautiful picture of what happens when we..... More
Stripe Press, 2026. Hardcover. Maintenance is what keeps everything going. It's what keeps life going. Yet it's also easy to shirk or defer--until the thing breaks, the system falters, and everything stops. The apparent paradox is profound: Maintenance is absolutely necessary and maintenance is optional.The first in a multi-volume work, Maintenance..... More
Susan Schadt Press LLC, 2025. Hardcover. Lynn Wyatt is a treasure trove of beautiful photographs, letters, and memorabilia celebrating her life, style, and philanthropic endeavors. An International Best-Dressed inductee, Lynn is a true tastemaker who continues to influence fashion. She donned the made-to-measure creations of Coco Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld, and Tory Burch. Lynn's..... More
Lonely Planet Kids, 2018. Explore the airport inside and out with loads of flaps to lift! Where does luggage go after check in? What happens in the control tower? How do planes actually fly? This interactive, lift-the-flap book takes you behind-the-scenes to uncover the hidden secrets of the airport—from a...... More
Lonely Planet Kids, 2019. Explore the world of trains inside and out with loads of flaps to lift! How Trains Work is jam-packed with amazing facts and awesome illustrations, and was created in consultation with Anthony Coulls, Senior Curator of Rail Transport & Technology, National Railway Museum, UK. All aboard! From..... More
Phaidon Press, 2025. Hardcover. Yves Saint Laurent collaborated with some of the greatest photographers of the 20th century. For over four decades, until the closing of his fashion house in 2002, Saint Laurent and his creations were captured by cutting-edge photographers – including such legends as Richard Avedon, Irving Penn..... More
Oro Editions, 2026. Project 2 Craigs is a compilation of a collaborative project that offered two distinct visions--one armed with pencil, pen, brush, and paper--the other with lens, light, and the physical world. Over 52 weeks, the efforts of photographer Craig Cutler and illustrator Craig Frazier, converged into something more..... More
Metropolitan Museum of Art New York, 2026. Hardcover. Designing the Gilded Age goes behind the scenes of some of the era's most iconic designs, presenting 150 rarely seen drawings by the artists who worked in the studios of Louis Comfort Tiffany. While recognizing Tiffany's own artistry, it highlights the contributions..... More
Rizzoli International Publications, 2025. Hardcover. A swirl of elegantly offbeat parties and lush tablescapes, where ceramic snails creep under flower petals and chandelier girls covered in Swarovski crystals beckon guests to the dance floor: Gardner's infectious irreverence shines in her glamorous approach to entertaining, where even the mundane is made..... More
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC, 07/06/2021. Maya dreams of building a fort-a special, comfy, cozy place to hide out and read, to dream and play. So she goes to work drafting plans and gathering all her supplies. But when she gets to the forest, she realizes she needs help. Thankfully, some new..... More
Workman, 2020. Updated version as of November 2020 Before GPS, before the compass, and even before cartography, humankind was navigating. Now this singular guide helps us rediscover what our ancestors long understood that a windswept tree, the depth of a puddle, or a trill of birdsong can help us..... More
Pavilion Books Ltd, 02/01/2022. The latest title in the Cool... series introduces the creative and inventive world of technology with fun facts, timelines, experiments to try at home, and more!Technology is all about inventing new devices and tools--things that we use every single day! From Stone Age tech, such as hand..... More
Heyday, 2025. 1st. Written by advocate Jeff Miller and illustrated by eco-philosopher Obi Kaufmann, this irreverent survey of 100+ creatures is a treasure map to regional wildlife that spotlights the whereabouts and traits of the Bay’s furred, feathered, and fork-tongued denizens. This quirky wildlife guide to the San Francisco Bay..... More
Rizzoli, 9/2019. Fifty of the world's most important buildings seen through specially commissioned isometric illustrations and detailed photographs and plans, providing the perfect introduction to architecture for students and anyone interested in buildings.Taking readers behind architecture's facades and finishes, this charmingly illustrated book explores how some of the most important..... More
Mountaineers Books, 2020. Urban Trails: East Bay offers 40 routes for walkers, runners, and hikers, with an emphasis on getting out and getting fit in your own backyard. Expert local hiking guide Alexandra Kenin offers a wide range of options, from leg stretchers overlooking the Bay Area at Tilden Regional Park..... More
Chronicle Books, 04/02/219. Perfect for the anti-aviary (or bird fanatic with a sense of humor), this snarky illustrated handbook is equal parts profane, funny, and--let's face it--true. Featuring 50 common North American birds, such as the White-Breasted Butt Nugget and the Goddamned Canada Goose (or White-Breasted Nuthatch and Canada Goose..... More
Pointed Leaf Press, 2024. Hardcover. This book is the first monograph to present the highly sought-after work of father and son duo Philip and Kelvin LaVerne. Furniture designers and functional artists, they are unrivaled in their originality and willingness to experiment with methods of production and the incorporation of a...... More
HarperOne, 10/2019. From British illustrator, artist, and author Charlie Mackesy comes a journey for all ages that explores life's universal lessons, featuring 100 color and black-and-white drawings."What do you want to be when you grow up?" asked the mole. "Kind," said the boy.Charlie Mackesy offers inspiration and hope in uncertain times..... More
Backcountry Press, 2025. Paperback. California Trees explores the majestic and diverse world of California’s largest organisms. It is a comprehensive guide celebrating the beauty and ecological significance of the state’s 95 native species. From the towering redwoods of the northern coast to the iconic Joshua trees of the desert, this book..... More
Random House, 6/2020. To give you a taste of Merlin's world: yes, this is a photo (courtesy of his Twitter) of Entangled Life being eaten by fungi. Merlin's caption: Here [my book] is being devoured by Pleurotus (oyster mushrooms), which can eat many things, from crude oil to used cigarette butts. They are..... More
Random House Graphic, 2023. We use water, electricity, and the internet every day--but how do they actually work? And what's the plan to keep them running for years to come? This nonfiction science graphic novel takes readers on a journey from how the most essential systems were developed to how..... More