Book Reviews

Chico author and retired US Navy Captain Gary Carter writes stories of his life as a pilot on aircraft carriers, then as a pilot for Delta Airlines

Retired professor Rebecca Knuth spent two years in London studying creative writing and tour guiding.

Chico-based author and artist Michelle Ott shares insights from her four seasons in Antarctica through her captivating words and illustrations.

Redding native Ed Mann wrote a memoir to show the reality of war and the lessons we need to learn from it.

An emergency room doctor, Steven Zlotowski, recalls the COVID years at Enloe Medical Center.

In "Nations Apart," journalist Woodard argues that America's deep political divisions stem from historically rooted regional cultures.

Jamie Johnston's early life included growing up a rebel in a contract with the Beatles' record producer alongside her songwriting partner. She eventually relocated to Paradise.

Two award-winning authors who teach college literature and writing courses.

Retired Judge Janet Kintner, who was appointed by Gov. Jerry Brown in 1976 as only the third female judge in San Diego's history, has recently authored a memoir. Titled A Judge’s Tale: A Trailblazer Fights for Her Place on the Bench, the book recounts her experiences.

Chico author C. David Ivy explores space and time in his sci-fi novel, "Beyond the Walls of Darkness," which incorporates blog content. Redding author Kimberly Macintosh's children's book, "How Lizzy Chose Her Mama," helps adopted children feel a sense of belonging.