Books

“Black Woods, Blue Sky” showcases author Eowyn Ivey’s imaginative powers and a deep knowledge of Alaska and its beings.

In 1978 he published his first book, “Doug Lindstrand’s Alaskan Sketchbook,” which went on to have 13 editions.

Edited by Ray Bonnell from a collection of letters and writings from his wife’s grandmother Margaret Miller, the book offers insight into a unique chapter in Alaska’s history.

“A Place Among Giants” chronicles Lisa Roderick’s 22 years managing the Kahiltna Glacier basecamp in poignant detail.

Tricia Brown’s book delves into Sherman’s troubled past and explores how she was embraced by residents of the Golden Heart City.

Rich with Alaska-specific details, “Bad River” is the sixth book in the series from the prolific Eagle River author.

Margaret F. Merritt writes about her many adventures throughout the state, from the Arctic coast to the shores of Southcentral Alaska.

Author Jon Waterman opens readers to sharing his appreciation and the need to safeguard a world that grants us so many gifts.

The sports romance genre is seeing a new trend thanks in part to the popularity of the docuseries “Drive to Survive.”

Fueled by FOMO and inspired by social media, a new generation explores an old craft.

While the first two editions cover Russell’s life before he reached Alaska, the next installment will focus on his year living in a rural village.

Their lists include poetry, graphic art, plus books about fishing, nature and history.

New editions of books by John Dickson Carr, Tom Mead and Edna Sherry remind me why I loved them the first time.

The book is the culmination of more than two decades of research and also examines the role that the art form plays in contemporary Tlingit society.

Holly Miowak Guise’s book details that Alaska Natives, far from being passive participants in a war brought to them, actively protected their lands and cultures — leading to strengthened tribal connections and greater equality.

The book is the final novel in Fairbanks author Kris Farmen’s “Seasons of Want and Plenty” trilogy.

M Jackson, a geographer and glaciologist who has written two nonfiction books, applies her extensive knowledge to a new genre.

This year was a boon for whodunit readers, with great books by Donna Leon, Richard Osman, Louise Penny and more.

Fairbanks author David Marusek covers familiar themes with familiar characters, but brings readers to a different conclusion this time.

From the streets of Philadelphia to the high seas, these novels brought history to life in vivid detail.

The book has plenty of the hallmarks of Straley’s crime novels, but a new protagonist gives “Big Breath In” a different perspective.

Carlstrom, who lived near Fairbanks for nearly two decades, completed the book in part as a gift for her grandchildren.

This wonderful children’s book invites readers of all ages and from every corner of the planet into the heart of a culture that arose in isolation from nearly all of the rest of the world.