Meet the unusual creatures of the Pacific Northweird.

The Pacific Northwest is a land of secrets, legends, and some might even say monsters. Stories of cryptids—hidden animals—are whispered throughout the region’s history, told in everything from bashful confidences to bold headlines.

Unusual creatures like the Cadborosaurus have been sighted in the Salish Sea, and the Pend Oreille Paddler is rumored to live inland, lurking deep in still waters. It’s said that one can sometimes catch a glimpse of a hulking bat-humanoid winging its way across gray skies, and the rugged Pacific Coast could be hiding more scaled, tailed, finned and furred sea cryptids in remote harbors. The foggy forests, thick with evergreens, are said to hide everything from an arboreal octopus to the king of cryptids, Sasquatch.

Peppered with historic and contemporary newspaper articles, expert interviews by cryptozoologists and cryptid enthusiasts, and retellings of local legends, author and professional weirdo Devon Kelley uncovers the hidden creatures of Cascadia.   

In this carefully researched volume, native Milwaukeean Al Dickenson brings historic Catholic churches and communities to life. Drawing from personal, parish, and institutional collections, the photographs capture striking architectural details alongside the people and moments that defined parish life—from prominent clergy and parishioners to pivotal events in Milwaukee’s history. 

Since the city of Milwaukee’s first Mass in 1835 in the home of the Catholic and future first mayor of Milwaukee, Solomon Juneau, Milwaukee’s history and growth have been closely entwined with Catholicism. In the archdiocese’s first century, nearly 70 parishes were founded across what would become Milwaukee. Germans, Irish, Slovenians, Poles, Mexicans, African Americans, Kashubs, and many others found not only spiritual homes within these parishes but vital centers of faith, culture, and community for generations. Diocesan priests and religious orders alike, such as the Jesuits, Pallottines, and Salvatorians, shaped neighborhoods and left lasting marks on the city’s religious and architectural landscape. This book provides an excellent example of why Milwaukee is referred to as the “City of Steeples.”

An Artful Coloring Book for Any Age Celebrating the Iconic Buildings of San Francisco

Explore iconic and lesser-known buildings that shape San Francisco, the City by the Bay. From Alcatraz to the Golden Gate Bridge and the Transamerica Pyramid, this book invites you to reimagine the city through color. Gather your favorite coloring tools and bring each scene to life, one mark at a time, in a place full of stories and character.

Jerseyville, located across the Mississippi River from St. Louis, Missouri, is the largest community in Jersey County as well as the county seat. The county is comprised of four villages, Brighton, Elsah, Fidelity, and Fieldon, along with 17 unincorporated communities and the towns of Otterville and Grafton. In 1827, James Faulkner of Pennsylvania built his family a home in the area and named it the Little Red House. By 1834, Hickory Grove, the small settlement that grew around Faulkner’s house, was formed. Later, the land was surveyed and plotted by two emigrants from New Jersey, and the name “Jerseyville” was chosen for the settlement. Jersey County is notable for its agricultural heritage and small-town atmosphere. Residents and guests also frequent Marquette State Park in Grafton for activities such as hiking and boating. Today, many workers travel outside the county to work in industrial plants in Alton, Wood River, and Roxana. The former Little Red House is now the site of the Jersey County Historical Society.

Michael Barr Mossman is a graduate of Southern Illinois University in Edwardsville and has taught in the Jerseyville School District for over 20 years. The images for this book have been provided by the Jersey County Historical Society and Stan Sinclair, a longtime local businessman. 

Founded in 1894, the Ebell of Los Angeles is one of the city’s oldest organizations with a mission to advance women’s education, cultural enrichment, and civic engagement.

Started in the parlor of a private home, the Ebell grew from a small gathering of women into a prominent cultural institution that shaped the civic landscape of Los Angeles. In 1927, the Ebell opened its iconic campus on Wilshire Boulevard, a magnificent Italian Renaissance Revival complex that includes the Wilshire Ebell Theatre. The Ebell became a vibrant center for arts, lectures, performances, and community events. Now, well into its second century, the Ebell stands as a testament to the power of women working together for the common good. At a time when women’s opportunities were limited, the Ebell welcomed women who wanted to make a difference—and it still does. The Ebell tells the story of women’s quest for community, equality, and meaningful civic participation, of women who came together, built something beautiful, and set out to change the world.