Books Reviews

Two Chico authors who are members of the North State Writers group have each created a series of three novels.

Chico retired professor Gayle Kimball offers tips for dealing with depression, fatigue, and insomnia, among other challenges.

Retired Game Warden Steven Callan has just published a second novel in his Game Warden Henry Glance series, which takes place in areas familiar to North Staters.

Two guests: the author of a young adult graphic novel, and Chico author of a children’s book set in Nepal.

Redding author Kelly Ramsey recounts the two years she spent as a member of a hotshot wildfire-fighting crew.

Former Chico resident Bruce Bechtol, Jr., coauthored a book examining the international consequences of two rogue states' rebellion.

Chico author David Bruhn's book Sanctuary Not Certain tells the story of hospital ships during World War II.

Chico State University history professor Michael Magliari clarifies possible misconceptions about Chico founding father John Bidwell.

Two experienced travelers have suggestions for their readers. Retired psychotherapist Leah Fisher witnessed cremations in Indonesia among her solo travels, and CBS Sunday Morning called Chico author Douglas Keister “America’s chief cemetery tourist.”

Chico author Paul Belz shares personal reflections and casual conversations about Chico’s crown jewel, Bidwell Park.