Read Me, Los Angeles: Exploring L.A.'s Book Culture

One of Smithsonian's “Ten New Travel Books to Read When You’re Stuck at Home”

"A reference guide that is deserving of a spot on the bookshelf of any bookworm.” ―Smithsonian

A colorful, lively, and informed celebration of all things bookish in L.A. past and present, including interviews with current L.A. writers; day trips in search of favorite fictional characters, from Marlowe to Weetzie Bat; author quotes galore; curated lists of the must-read L.A. books; a look at where writers have lived and worked in the City of Angels; and insight into the city's book festivals, bookstores, publishers, literacy nonprofits, libraries, and more. Rich with photographs, book images, and vintage maps.