Support emerging, eco-conscious, and Indigenous authors today! I am delighted to present books from my bookshelf, my family friends and colleagues, and Pupfish Press for your holiday list consideration:
- Bad Indians by Debra Miranda. A revolutionary tribal memoir, and California Book Club’s November pick. Unique structure, engaging photos, and unforgettable stories from Miranda’s journey to reconnect with her Ohlone/Costanoan-Esselen ancestors, these words will break your heart and mend it in equal measure. Essential reading for anyone who wants to understand what happened to the Indigenous peoples of California who were colonized by Spanish, Mexican, and Anglo settlers. Spoiler alert – they are still here, stewarding the lands and waters of California and sharing incredible literature and art.
- Next of Kin by Melinda Mitchell. For fans of Firefly and Battlestar Galactica, here’s a women-centered sci-fi book for you and the readers on your list. This is Mitchell’s sci-fi retelling of Ruth. This book has been a long time coming and I’m so proud of her for persevering and believing in her substantial gifts. You’ll find epic space battles, romance, found family, betrayal and hope. Click here for a 20% off coupon (but hurry, it’s only good through this weekend November 26th!
- LAST by E.J. McAdams. This poetry title comes from the obituary for Martha, the last passenger pigeon, who died in the Cincinnati Zoo on September 1, 2014. Poet McAdams is devastated every time he revisits the tragic extinction of this species and is also scared for our future as a species. Hear McAdams read from his new book on January 31, 2024 at a special virtual event with Pupfish Press.
- Cover This Country Like Snow and Other Stories and Connor and the Love Left Behind: The Leaning Dog Who Changed our Life by me. While I work on publishing new short stories and a novella, I hope you’ll continue to support Pupfish Press and my books!
