Creep (nonfiction/memoir – hardbound) by Myriam Gurba
Here is a ruthless and razor-sharp essay collection that tackles the pervasive, creeping oppression and toxicity that have wormed their way into society—in our books, schools, and homes, as well as the systems that perpetuate them—from the acclaimed author of Mean, and one of our fiercest, foremost explorers of intersectional Latinx identity. With her ruthless mind, wry humor, and adventurous style, Gurba implicates everyone from Joan Didion to her former abuser, everything from Mexican stereotypes to the carceral state. Braiding her own history and identity throughout, she argues for a new way of conceptualizing oppression, and she does it with her signature blend of bravado and humility.
The Book of Goose (fiction – paperback) by Yiyum Li
This book is now available in paperback! It is a propulsive, gripping novel about fate, art, exploitation, and intimacy by the award-winning author of Where Reasons End. The Book of Goose is a genre and gender bending story of disturbing intimacy and obsession, of exploitation and strength of will, by a celebrated author.
The Little Book of Mushrooms (nonfiction- hardbound) by Alex Dorr
This is a beautifully illustrated guide to 75 of the most unique and fascinating mushrooms in the world, including interesting insight into their history, uses, and etymologies. From sweet little toadstools to giant puffballs, mushrooms come in all shapes and sizes. There are over 10,000 mushrooms in the world; some are cute and colorful, while others may look super adorable but are actually deadly. This compact book is vibrantly illustrated and packed with information, making The Little Book of Mushrooms a great gift idea for the holiday gift-giving season.
Upcoming Events
Sunday, November 19 @ 2 pm (free – SF Ferry Building store) Jill K. Robinson, author of San Francisco
Scavenger
San Francisco lures people in search of a wide variety of treasure: fame, wealth, property, inspiration, love, family, community, freedom, and a fresh start. With this book in your hands, you will hold a treasure map to the history of the City by the Bay—from its earliest days to more modern times. Author and travel journalist Jill K. Robinson left her heart in San Francisco in her earliest childhood years. She brings her years of research, love for the city, and countless hours of exploring to this epic scavenger quest. Come with an adventurous spirit, and whether you solve the clues alone or with family and friends, this creative excursion will help you unlock the secrets of San Francisco.
Monday, November 27 @ 7:30 pm (ticketed – The Curran Theater in San Francisco) Henry Winkler, author of Being Henry: The Fonz … and Beyond
From Emmy-award winning actor, author, comedian, producer, and director Henry Winkler, Being Henry: The Fonz … and Beyond is a deeply thoughtful memoir of the lifelong effects of stardom and the struggle to become whole. Winkler, launched into prominence as “The Fonz” in the beloved Happy Days, has transcended the role that made him who he is. Brilliant, funny, and widely-regarded as the nicest man in Hollywood, he shares in this achingly vulnerable memoir the disheartening truth of his childhood, the difficulties of a life with severe dyslexia, the pressures of a role that takes on a life of its own, and the path forward once your wildest dream seems behind you. Filled with profound heart, charm, and self-deprecating humor, this is a memoir about so much more than a life in Hollywood and the curse of stardom. It is a meaningful testament to the power of sharing truth and kindness and of finding fulfillment within yourself.
Wednesday November 29 @ 5 pm (free – SF Ferry Building store) Sarah Blakely-Cartwright, author of Alice Sadie Celine
This is a hypnotic, sexy, and incisive debut adult novel following one woman’s affair with her daughter’s best friend that tests the limits of love and ambition from the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Red Riding Hood. Set over the course of decades—from Alice and Sadie’s early friendship days and Celine’s decision to leave her husband to the radical movements of 1990s Berkeley and navigating contemporary Hollywood—Alice and Celine’s affair will test the limits of their love for Sadie and their own beliefs of power, agency, and feminism. Witty and relatable, sexy and surprising, Blakley-Cartwright’s debut adult novel is a mesmerizing portrait of the inner lives of three very different women.
Top of You Stack – Recommendations from Book Passage
Published on November 16, 2023
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