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
National Native American Heritage Month Reading Suggestions
This annotated bibliography features 23 adult books exploring Native American and Indigenous issues.
The Town's TBR: Food Sovereignty
Wonder why food isn’t free, corner stores outnumber groceries, or how elites decide what’s safe to eat and grow? This is for you.
National Native American Heritage Month Reading Suggestions
This annotated bibliography features 23 adult books exploring Native American and Indigenous issues.
The Town's TBR: Food Sovereignty
Wonder why food isn’t free, corner stores outnumber groceries, or how elites decide what’s safe to eat and grow? This is for you.