Fall 2026
The Origin of Ava
Review of a 2026 novel by Annie Lampman » More ...
Humanities
Fall 2026
If We Don’t Get It: A People’s History of Ferguson
Review of a 2025 nonfiction book by Stefan M. Bradley » More ...
Fall 2026
Believing In Indians: A Mixed‑Blood Odyssey
Review of a 2026 memoir from Tony Tekaroniake Evans, published by Basalt Books/WSU Press » More ...
Fall 2026
Annie Lampman on The Origin of Ava
The Origin of Ava (2026, Torrey House Press) features a trio of unlikely but compelling characters who are linked by their losses. They flee in order to face and heal from their trauma. Their carefully crafted story offers commentary on the climate crisis as well as the current state of higher education while, most of all, examining the human condition.
Native American mythology—specifically surrounding the revered Raven, creator and cunning trickster—threads through the entire tale along with bits and pieces of Pacific Northwest history and vivid description of remote landscapes recognized by those who have spent time exploring the Palouse and the regions around … » More …
Summer 2026
Chosen Land
A conversation with historian Matthew Avery Sutton about Christianity in America
Christian faith has always played a significant part in American public life. Today nearly two-thirds of Americans identify as Christian, even if many don’t regularly attend church. The story of the United States is intertwined with the religion despite being a nation with a secular Constitution.
Matthew Avery Sutton, Claudius O. and Mary Johnson Distinguished Professor and chair of the Department of History at Washington State University, explores that story in his book Chosen Land: How Christianity Made America and Americans Remade Christianity (Basic Books, 2026). His expansive history of … » More …
Summer 2026
A Longer Look
Revisiting America’s Revolutionary past on the 250th anniversary of the country » More ...
Summer 2026
The Tracks of My Years: A Music-Based Memoir
Review of a memoir by Washington State University alum Doug Bradley » More ...
Summer 2026
Listening to the Birds: A Nez Perce Woman’s Journey of Self-Discovery and Healing
Review of a WSU Press book by Roberta Tawlikitsanmay’ Paul » More ...
Summer 2026
WSU’s Spirit of ’76 at the Bicentennial
The university celebrated in 1976 with education, music, and more. » More ...
Summer 2026
Secret Spokane: Q&A with Adriana Janovich
Washington State Magazine associate editor Adriana Janovich has written a book about curious and quirky Spokane spots. Secret Spokane: A Guide to the Weird, Wonderful, and Obscure was released in spring 2026 by Reedy Press. Part bucket list and part travel guide, it provides snapshots of 84 interesting places to see in the Lilac City. Here, Washington State Magazine uncovers some of the secrets of Secret Spokane.
What inspired you to write Secret Spokane?
Secret Spokane is my second book with Reedy Press. … » More …