Nonfiction

Staff Lists
Inspired Reads with your New Library Card
Pick up one of our limited edition library cards and pair it with our book selections inspired by African American in the Arts in Oakland.
Brontez Purnell Reads His New Memoir in Verse at Rockridge
If you were wondering whether attending a book talk is worth it, this is your sign. Yes, it is!
Behind the Book: Interview with Author Meikko Sheiree
We all love a good book but what does it take to publish one? Oakland author, Meikko, talks about her writing and publishing journey.
Inspired Reads with your New Library Card
Pick up one of our limited edition library cards and pair it with our book selections inspired by African American in the Arts in Oakland.
Brontez Purnell Reads His New Memoir in Verse at Rockridge
If you were wondering whether attending a book talk is worth it, this is your sign. Yes, it is!
Behind the Book: Interview with Author Meikko Sheiree
We all love a good book but what does it take to publish one? Oakland author, Meikko, talks about her writing and publishing journey.
Nonfiction Staff Picks
Staff Lists
Lost at Sea
Ahoy Matey! Nothing like a good sea-faring adventure to turn the tides and rock your boat.
What Now?
Brilliant thinkers on taking action, staying grounded, finding hope, and supporting each other
Black History Through Film
Learn about Black history with these films available on Kanopy.
Lost at Sea
Ahoy Matey! Nothing like a good sea-faring adventure to turn the tides and rock your boat.
What Now?
Brilliant thinkers on taking action, staying grounded, finding hope, and supporting each other
Black History Through Film
Learn about Black history with these films available on Kanopy.