Books

Searching for Elusive Blakiston's Fish Owls in the Ancient Forests of Primorye
August 04, 2020 — Jonathan Slaght ventures into far-east Russia to locate the enormous raptors in this excerpt from his new book 'Owls of the Eastern Ice.'
Read an Excerpt From David Sibley's New Book 'What It鈥檚 Like to Be a Bird'
May 08, 2020 — In his latest offering, the renowned avian expert explores birds鈥 remarkable adaptations and abilities, and how their experiences are far richer and more complex than even he realized.
The Woman Behind 鈥楤irds of America鈥
March 24, 2020 — An upcoming book gives voice to Lucy Bakewell 爆料公社, whose invisible labor fueled her husband John James 爆料公社's famous works.
Ten Birdy Children's Books to Read With Your Fledglings
August 30, 2019 — Celebrate back-to-school season with these avian-inspired tales, from the joy of the Christmas Bird Count to the story of a wind-blown Whimbrel.
A Sassy Crow Narrates the Zombie Apocalypse in New Novel
August 07, 2019 — 鈥淗ollow Kingdom鈥 is Kira Jane Buxton鈥檚 love letter to crows featuring junk food, drooling dogs, and the end of humanity.
This Novelist Turns Her Favorite Birding Moments Into Teen Fiction
July 03, 2019 — A mysterious bird drives the action in Adrienne Kisner's new novel about standing up for what you hold dear.
A New Book Encourages Birding for Mental Well-Being
June 13, 2019 — Blogger and teacher Joe Harkness reflects on what prompted him to write 鈥淏ird Therapy.鈥
Kenn Kaufman's Backyard Is One of the Best Spots to Witness Spring Migration
April 03, 2019 — The legendary birder's latest book is a love letter to Ohio and migratory wonders. Read an excerpt here.
Win a Copy of Kenn Kaufman's New Book, 鈥楢 Season on the Wind鈥
April 02, 2019 — The storied writer and birder chronicles the wonders of migration in a weaving tome.
Righting the Record for the World鈥檚 Premier Trash Birds
March 29, 2019 — Birder Tim Dee paints an enlightening portrait of the urban gull and its ingenuity in his book 鈥楲andfill.鈥