Minariel by David Elkins combines ideas of science, technology, and group behavior. It investigates how people can move, communicate, and share information in organized, often geometric ways. The book explores how groups form physical patterns, operate devices together, and coordinate actions in both two-dimensional and...

The Bible of Black Prosperity: Reclaiming Lost Black Wealth by Woody R. Clermont examines the historical and systemic reasons behind the racial wealth gap in America. The book provides a thorough analysis of the economic, social, and legal systems that have influenced Black prosperity and...

Signs from Spirit by Sondra Sampson is a collection of journal entries and poems inspired by moments of otherworldly experiences. Being from the Lumbee tribe, the author shares profoundly personal connections with her father after he passed from this world to the next. But has...

Mark Elberfeld’s Sour Cherries at Buc-ee’s is a collection of essays that examines the complexities of human connection, memory, and the interaction between place and identity. With a sharp eye for detail and a reflective tone, Elberfeld guides readers through his experiences, blending personal stories,...

Bridges of Words: Haikus Uniting Cultures from 57 Countries of the World by Esperanza Pretila is a poetic masterpiece that captures the essence of humanity through the delicate art of haiku. This collection takes readers on a journey around the world, offering glimpses into the...

Kiwi Roots by John Mullinder is an engaging memoir of life in New Zealand, blending personal stories with historical and cultural insights. Mullinder connects his family’s experiences with the broader context of New Zealand’s unique identity. From his father’s intense wartime exploits to his own...

In the Land of a Thousand Springs by Dr. Nesreen Barwari details her journey from being a young Kurdish girl in Iraq to becoming a pioneering leader and advocate for her people. The book offers a vivid portrayal of her life, filled with personal and...

In his memoir 1980s: The Days of Innocence, Durgesh Pimparkar shares his early years in a small Indian village in the titular decade, where curiosity about objects and surroundings shaped his understanding of the world. He explains how his father changed his birth date for...

More Manchester Than Mongolia by Jacqueline Lambert is an adventure memoir that follows the author, her husband Mark, and their four furry companions on a journey through the British countryside. After postponing their Mongolian road trip, they decided to take a test ride in their...

In Monks, Monkeys, and Misty Rice Fields: Journeys and Discoveries in Thailand and Southeast Asia, Robert Wilson takes readers on an intimate, insightful journey through Thailand and its neighboring countries. What begins as a teacher’s relocation from San Diego to the northern Thai town of...