The Press Democrat Book Recommendations & Book Mentions
This list consists of recommendations or mentions of books spotted in media, social media accounts, podcasts or other public websites.
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Lucky Wreck
Ada Limon
U.S. Poet Laureate Ada Limón, a native of Sonoma, read her poems exploring themes of love, grief and family Tuesday to an audience at Santa Rosa Junior College. https://t.co/hHxlvNPj7f
Paperback, 2021
$17.95$8.98 + Free shipping50% off your first book![Book Cover for: Manresa: An Edible Reflection [A Cookbook], David Kinch](https://d16057n354qyo4.cloudfront.net/9781607743972.jpg?nextExtension=webp&version=1732567533)
Manresa: An Edible Reflection [A Cookbook]
David Kinch
Chef David Kinch is officially closing his Bay Area restaurant Manresa after 20 years. https://t.co/CQnQfNlEza
Hardcover, 2013
$50.00$25.00 + Free shipping50% off your first book
Dune
Frank Herbert
Frank Herbert was hired in 1949 as a reporter for The Press Democrat when he was about 29 years old. https://t.co/bTukZ3ckfD
Paperback, 2005
$18.00$9.00 + Free shipping50% off your first book
Ninth Census of the United States: Agriculture
United States
Snakes are most active from April to October, according to the United States Department of Agriculture Forest Service, which only increases the likelihood you’ll run into one while out on a walk, hike or camping trip. https://t.co/WuHwwE15ON
Out of stock

Charles M. Schulz: The Art and Life of the Peanuts Creator in 100 Objects (Peanuts Comics, Comic Strips, Charlie Brown, Snoopy)
The Charles M. Schulz Museum
The Charles M. Schulz Museum put out “Charles M. Schulz: The Art and Life of the Peanuts Creator in 100 Objects” last year. https://t.co/wNgm21ajOs
Hardcover, 2022
$50.00$25.00 + Free shipping50% off your first book
Sideways
Rex Pickett
Author Rex Pickett is coming to Ram’s Gate Winery in Sonoma this month in celebration of the release of a collector’s editor of his novel “Sideways.” https://t.co/cGCPEtMOzR
Paperback, 2004
$18.99$9.49 + Free shipping50% off your first book
Bay Area Air Quality Management District
Jesse Russell
The smoke is coming from the Rum Creek Fire in southwest Oregon, according to the Bay Area Air Quality Management District. https://t.co/skV6bfdInN
Out of stock

Peanuts: Sunday's Fun Day, Charlie Brown
Charles M. Schulz
Help us celebrate the 100th birthday of the late Charles M. Schulz by taking selfies with local Peanuts statues. https://t.co/wQPMpJKLD2
Out of stock

Surf When You Can: Lessons in Life, Loyalty, and Leadership from a Maverick Navy Captain
Brett Crozier
Brett Crozier, former captain of the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt, will discuss his new book, “Surf When You Can.” https://t.co/j2VdbYtQZI
Hardcover, 2023
$28.00$14.00 + Free shipping50% off your first book
Jesus and Other Lovers: An Intimate Memoir of a Catholic Nun
Judy Theo Lehner
Sonoma artist Judy Theo Lehner chronicles her time serving the church, her efforts to be a ‘good nun,’ and the sacrifices nuns make to dedicate themselves to Jesus in her book ‘Jesus and Other Lovers: An Intimate Memoir of a Catholic Nun.’ https://t.co/9ykrP2bxPY
Paperback, 2022
$27.95$13.98 + Free shipping50% off your first book