#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • In this riveting dark fantasy debut, a woman with missing memories fights to survive a war-torn world of necromancy and alchemy—and the man tasked with unearthing the deepest secrets of her past. A SHE READS BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR “What is it you think you’re protecting in that […]
Morocco is a country known for the intricacy and breadth of its craftsmanship. While men produce many of the country's artisanal goods, rug weaving has, for centuries, been the domain of women. Across Morocco’s tribal regions, distinct weaving styles reflect local histories, outside influences, and the aesthetics of the Amaizgh, indigenous weavers. As stewards of cultural […]
A "gripping, unshakeable firsthand account" (San Francisco Chronicle) of the firestorm that consumed Los Angeles, from the MS NOW reporter and New York Times bestselling author of Separated, who covered the fires on the ground as an LA native. "Read like a sci-fi thriller." --Los Angeles Times On the morning of January 7, 2025, a […]
She can handle the press...but can she handle the Palace? With the British monarchy reeling from a wave of scandals, young American politico Lauren Morgan is plucked from the White House press office to breathe new life into the Buckingham Palace communications team and improve the royal family’s streak of bad headlines. But the Palace […]
90th Anniversary Special Commemorative Edition The Altadena Historical Society commissioned noted journalist, historian, and Altadena resident Michele Zack to write the history of Altadena over 20 years ago. This hardcover edition features historical photographs and illustrations, many of which were reproduced for the first time in the original printing. The Altadena Historical Society is reissuing […]
Hosting icons and legends of folk, blues, bluegrass, jazz, spoken word, and world music since 1969. A decade after Gerald McCabe opened up a guitar repair shop in Santa Monica, California, legendary folk musicians Elizabeth Cotten and Mike Seeger came looking for a way to earn money to get back home. Their inaugural performance kick-started […]
Pasadena Heritage invites the public to step back into the Victorian era for a hands-on exploration of the “blueprints of nature.” This immersive heritage workshop celebrates the groundbreaking work of Anna Atkins (1799–1871), the English botanist and photographer who transformed scientific documentation through art and innovation. Atkins produced the first book illustrated entirely with photographs, […]
Object Lessons is a series of short, beautifully designed books about the hidden lives of ordinary things. Part memoir, part cultural criticism, Stock Photo mines the significance of the stock photo in our everyday lives, from the ads and websites we browse, to the menus and memes that we consume. Through interviews with stock photography […]
A lovable white whale tries to befriend a shipful of sailors with hilarious results, in this clever debut from a celebrated New Yorker cartoonist and television writer. Perfect for fans of Jon Klassen and Jory John. Meet Physeter Macrocephalus – but you can call him Moby. He’s got the BIGGEST toothy smile. He’s always up […]
USC Pacific Asia Museum invites visitors to take part in a guided tour of Mythical Creatures: The Stories We Carry, the museum’s newest exhibition by Korean American artist and muralist Dave Young Kim. This immersive experience explores the immigrant journey through the visual language of myth, offering deeper insight into the stories and symbolism behind […]
Pasadena Heritage happily presents 200 Years of Black Pioneers in Pasadena and Los Angeles, Many don’t realize just how deep the roots of the African American community run in Southern California. This talk brings those stories to the forefront, exploring the lives and legacies of pioneering Black individuals and communities whose impact shaped Los Angeles […]
Under the cover of turbulence, a killer strikes. With nowhere to land and nowhere to hide, who will save the passengers from this nightmare at 30,000 feet? It's a ticket to paradise. Flight 868 with nonstop service to San Juan, Puerto Rico. Over a dozen tipsy passengers are off to a destination wedding. A team […]
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