Book Soup is proud to be part of a lively, local literary community.
Please take a moment to browse this list of local authors whose books we sell.
To find out more about our consignment program please click here.
Marjorie Goodson, veteran ballet and jazz dancer and daughter of famed gameshow producer Mark Goodson, has brought us MG; an ambitious collection of over 150 photographic essays, beautifully formatted in a sleek, oversized hardcover book.
Provocative, gritty and sensual, MG was a three year long collaborative effort with international fashion photographer Andreea Radutoiu and celebrity hair and makeup artist Torsten Witte. Enjoy the ride!
Using her body like a canvas, Veteran ballet and jazz dancer Marjorie Goodson and the daughter of late gameshow producer Mark Goodson, takes us on a wild ride in her new art book MG2. Unlike her first book MG, which was moody, sensual and gritty, MG2 is bold, electric and futuristic. Working intimately with paint, powder and smoke, or as she likes to call them "my dance partners", Goodson becomes both artist and scientist. Welcome to the experimental world of MG2.
A combination of advice, insight, and inspiration, The Transformational Actoris a guide to best practices, covering wide-ranging traditional and innovative techniques entirely based on the imagination. Frisch's book is also filled withpragmatic tips related to auditions, acting on camera, casting, comedy, and training. Powerful and reliable approaches to craft.
"ZAK VS. ZOMBIES is a fun, laugh-out-loud twist on the zombie genre that appeals to kids and grownups of all ages. Tightly written and beautifully illustrated, the book manages to weave some wickedly funny commentary on cell phone addiction into a fast-paced, movie-worthy plot...it’s a surefire crowd-pleaser for every kid that’s ever had to battle a screen for a grownup’s attention.”~ J. Leven Writer/Producer
Ashe, a scenster moving amid the starlight of Hollywood’s nightclubs gets a fateful invitation from his closest friend Danny, a famous LA promoter organizing Lebanon’s largest concert featuring 50 Cent. He goes to Beirut for adventure and gets stuck in a country tipped into war overnight.
My story unfolds on a remote Alaskan island, a community of 1,000 souls where the rhythm of life mirrored the tides. There, at 18, I embarked on a challenging yet rewarding career as a commercial fisherman. For twelve years, I braved the unforgiving Alaskan waters, navigating not just the seas but also the solitude – a testament to my self-reliance.
This fierce independence became a defining trait, shaping me not only on the open ocean but also in my personal journey. One of my greatest challenges involved overcoming alcohol addiction. In the depths of despair, I found the strength to conquer it, a testament to the human spirit's ability to heal.
IN MY EYES: PHOTOGRAPHS 1982-1997 features hundreds of impressive (and never-before-seen) photos of punk and hardcore legends such as: Fugazi, Minor Threat, Void,Black Flag, Circle Jerks, Dead Kennedys, Jawbox, Government Issue, The Faith, Iron Cross and more. But Saah’s musical palette wasn’t just confined to punk rock, as evidenced by the inclusion of The Cramps, The Pixies, Lou Reed, Guided by Voices, Fishbone, Wilco, to to name a few. The hardcover book closes with several intimate interviews between Saah and longtime friends/fans including Ian MacKaye (Minor Threat, Fugazi), J. Robbins (Jawbox), Jon Langford (Mekons), artist Shepard Fairey, and photographers Cynthia Connolly and Patrick Graham.
Wengrofsky's literary debut dazzles with surreal charm. The first story had me biting my nails. The second had me locking the door. By the third story, I saw it: a comic book with this skinny bespectacled kid as a spy hero exacting revenge on crazy monsters. And that's just the beginning!" - Excene Cervenka, X
In a city shadowed by fear, a ruthless serial killer preys on undocumented immigrants, exploiting their invisibility to evade justice. Detective Anaya Nazario, burdened with the daunting task of solving a case that seems to lead nowhere, fights tirelessly against bureaucratic obstacles and a ticking clock to keep the investigation alive.
Kill Me Now is a satirical whocareswhodunnit centered around the murder of a gay man in the Hollywood Hills. Hear first-hand accounts from those closest to him about his life, their crazy adventures through the queer scene in LA, and who they think killed him. In the end, the question won't be who's lying. It'll be: why are you telling me this?
Fractured Families. Whimsical wanderers. Colourful Characters. From the summer sun deep in American suburbia to the exotic views of snow-covered Europe and monochrome Paris to the stop-motion worlds of foxes and dogs; One storyteller has distinctly cemented himself as a maestro of visual storytelling. Wes Anderson's films are known for their eccentricity, unique visual and narrative styles, and frequent use of ensemble casts. Dive deep into this iconic auteur's body of works with over 100 pages of art and editorials specially curated by Layered Butter.
Diary of a Prosecutor on the Run introduces us to regular men and women in law enforcement who have been battered by life but manage to retain their dignity: a forensic artist, a public attorney, a financial regulator, current and former FBI agents, a U.S. Marshal and prison guard, among others. The subjects share moments from their lives; they talk openly openly and sometimes hilariously about their desires and vulnerabilities, weaving a grisly and morbid tale of crime and criminals in the modern era.
This darkly comic vision begins with a psychological thriller: a prosecutor goes on the run after she brings a powerful CEO to trial. By turns strange and familiar, Diary of a Prosecutor on the Run is a tale that provokes and surprises.
The year is 2080, America is in a Civil War. California has seceded from America to form the Pacific People’s Collective. What follows is an adventure that involves American marines, prison escape, hippies, communist spies, murder, prophecy, hormone therapy, a fighting tournament, a bear, and a rebirth of ancient spirits on the California coastline.
In PORN AGAIN: A MEMOIR, Josh Sabarra throws open the proverbial closet -- and bedroom --doors, taking readers on a Hollywood thrill-ride through growing up, coming out, coming of age and finally finding himself at 40. Despite being a high-level entertainment executive, Josh was still a virgin at 31. Uncomfortable in his own skin, haunted by painful childhood memories, he kept laser-focused on building an unparalleled career trajectory at the expense of his personal life.
Tormented by schoolmates for being "different," Josh clung to his aberrantly close relationships with a small circle of adult females. But, even with that support, the shame and contempt that grew from his sexuality locked him in a prison of self-hate that robbed him of an emotional and sexual identity for more than three decades. Movie studio jobs, through which he met celebrity idols, led to friendships and relationships with some of the industry's most notable characters. Those intimacies created a false sense of acceptance and approval, requiring that he continue to up the stakes - celebrity lovers, the crazy world of online dating, sexual fetishists and porn stars-for-hire.
The gay best friend you always wanted, Josh Sabarra delivers a whip-smart, poignant memoir set against a glittering backdrop that is at once heartbreaking, glamorous, sexy and hilariously honest.
Paintings of Records is a photographic record of a 6 year project I undertook to paint 100 paintings of my favorite records. Painted with acrylic paint on canvas boards, each painting is more like a sculpture, featuring the front, back, spine and every lovely imperfection of the actual record in my collection.
In his memoir, Lenny Bazemore shows you what the definition of fortitude means. This is a story about achieving the American Dream. All he wanted was to be able to provide for his family and break the chains of generational poverty and abandonment. Born and raised in a humble environment with limited resources and opportunities, he just never gave up! It's an inspirational journey through adversity as he proves time and time again to be resilient. He went from being a little black boy who grew up just outside of Philly to becoming an incredibly successful man who has traveled and explored on all 7 continents. He is thankful for his experiences both good and bad and lives a life of gratitude.
A month in the life of a Los Angeles scriptwriter. Old grudges plague new opportunities as Neil Barnett is tested by a fast-moving filmmaking project led by a dynamic woman he grows to admire. At month's end (and his 40th birthday) he's in a much different place than he had hoped.
Known professionally as Vixen, Maggie Deacon was one of the best cat burglars to ever work in Europe. Now in her sixties, Maggie tries to enjoy the normal life she’s crafted, even as she craves the excitement & adrenaline dangled by the former.
Suddenly, opportunity arrives in the form of a friend’s personal humiliation at the hands of a charismatic billionaire. Jumping at the chance for action, Maggie instead ends up smack-dab in the middle of a chaotic feud between Russian gangsters, a dead movie producer, his vengeful widow and more. Throw in the most valuable missing painting the world has ever known and Maggie doesn’t know if normal life will ever be in reach again.
Embark on an enlightening journey into The Kingdom, a mystical realm designed to teach life's greatest lessons. Learn about the core directives of the mind — love, sex, and death — and discover their powerful potential to guide you toward freedom, purpose, and happiness.
What happens when the class clown becomes the teacher? Steve Milliken’s passion for humor takes the reader on a touching and hilarious literary escapade through the decades, chronicling his adventures as a gay baby boomer during his lifelong pursuit of the perfect coming-out story. Spoiler alert: it's a comedy of errors….
Andrew Elliot is being forced into a marriage by his aristocratic father, but before the marriage takes place, he's being sent to America with the girl and her brother as chaperone. His father is certain this union will cure him of his feelings for the son of a caretaker on his parent's country estate.
Matthew Ahearn, a working-class Irishman dreaming of a fresh start in the New World, finds himself running from the police after an accident. In Southampton, he gets a job as a third-class steward on a passenger liner bound for New York. Andrew and Matthew's paths cross, and they find romantic feelings for one another, unaware that they will soon take part in an event that will change the
course of history: It's April of 1912, and they are aboard the R.M.S Titanic.
Now You Are a Missing Person is the culmination of a lifelong inquiry, written from a place of longing and compassion. It’s about finding strength in individuality, no matter what stage of life you are in. Coming of age isn’t just for adolescents.
Billed as a sci-fi word symphony in three movements, The Sound of Light is the endlessly inventive first movement of Miltenberg's proposed trilogy. A fresh, dynamic, and personal ode to music and the natural world, The Sound of Light
is an unforgettable and uplifting spiritual adventure.
Experience the remarkable journey of a young man who dared to chase his dream of becoming a Hollywood hairstylist. Follow his intuitive path to success and the extraordinary adventures that shaped his destiny. Enjoy his thought-provoking experiences while working alongside numerous Hollywood A-listers, and the lessons he learned.
Experience the remarkable journey of a young man who dared to chase his dream of becoming a Hollywood hairstylist. Follow his intuitive path to success and the extraordinary adventures that shaped his destiny. Enjoy his thought-provoking experiences while working alongside numerous Hollywood A-listers, and the lessons he learned. The story gets even better in Volume 2!
My name is Imani Hood-McDonald. I am a mother of three who went through my own trauma and the trauma of my kids being abused. I have overcome many obstacles in my lifetime, and I hope to encourage you to overcome the obstacles in your life. I hope to shed light on both verbal and physical abuse and how to overcome them.
HELL JUST GOT WORSE.
It used to be, the most terrifying thing about Hunter State Penitentiary was its electric chair.
Not anymore.
Something has found a way inside, ripping guards and prisoners to pieces and feasting upon what's left. And Hunter State Penitentiary has now become THE HEN HOUSE.
Be drawn into the vibrant world crafted from a 7 year old's imagination and her grandmother's colored pencil. Join little snow leopard Winter on her travels as she learns about different wildcats and how they can work together to change the world!
Scammed by an evil Las Vegas con artist, pianist George Sistern descends into a deep depression; and even after three years, his pain, guilt, self-loathing, rage, and desire for revenge remain. Through an acquaintance, he contacts Mildred Markowitz, a psychologist and philosopher of genius, and embarks on a journey of transformation. Dialogues with the Wise Woman is an inspiring story of self-enlightenment, transcendence, and the power of the human spirit.
This is a guided journal that helps you explore your relationship with everyday habits. You will have prompts to write about triggers and coping mechanisms with additional emphasis on the elimination or inclusion of habits monthly for self-exploration. Includes photography from Joshua Tree in California and mixed media art.
In the late 1990s, gifted teenager Erzsebet Eszterhas and her friend Sebastian went missing without a trace, only to inexplicably reappear three years later. Haunted and physically disabled by her encounter with the powers of darkness, she retreats to a quiet and hidden life in rural southern California. Now, a decade later, she feels she has made peace with her traumatic past and accepted her life in exile. But far, far away on the opposite end of the Golden State, strange events threaten to shatter her uneasy repose and suck her back into the vortex of mysteries and shadows from which she fled. The misty town of Crescent City, California rests on a foggy bay between the vast redwood forest and the Pacific Ocean, just south of the Oregon border. When Deputy Sheriff Perd Gorlsen’s daughter Kimmy vanishes from a nearby State Park, neither state nor local authorities can turn up any sign of her. After weeks of frivolous searching, the long-lost Sebastian – now serving a stint at the Del Norte County Jail – convinces him to contact Erzsebet in a last ditch effort to rescue his daughter. At first wishing only to reunite with her friend, Erzsebet travels north. But when someone begins making attacks on Erzsebet’s life, she realizes there is more to the disappearance of Kimmy Gorlsen than meets the eye. As she reluctantly agrees to help Perd, Erzsebet delves into the secret history and folklore of the land of giants, discovering behind the child’s disappearance a web of crime, espionage, secret societies, and black magick. Propelled by curiosity and the call of destiny, Erzsebet must confront the ghosts of her own past as well as the ancient forces lurking in the dark heart of the Redwood Empire in time to save Kimmy from a fate worse than death.
Orphaned at birth in the winter of 1942/43, foster care in former SS-officer’s family, then under Catholic Sisters’ care. Immigration to the USA at eighteen without knowledge of English or family support. Memoir is book-ended with critical thoughts about nationality: Considered German in the United States versus American in Germany. Closure with reflections on today’s
Germany.
Critical reviews available on my Authors Guild website: https://www.trauteroseauthor.com/
Take a trip with me as we journey through some of the most loved songs of the 60’s and 70’s. This is your backstage pass into the lives of the singer-songwriters and the music they created…the very origins of them. It’s a behind-the-scenes look at the stories behind the songs. Who wrote them? When? Where? Why? These songs make up a musical landscape that became the soundtrack of a whole generation.
A world-class marathoner who completed all six of the Abbott World Marathon Majors, Charles Moore brings to light his experiences as a Black man in the marathon world in his incisive memoir.
A timely and unforgettable memoir of long-distance running, Moore is one of the few to address the Venn diagram of Blackness and long-distance running. Apropos of Running is an essential testament to the persistence and power of Black marathon runners and how one man transformed his life and the sport of running just by showing up at the starting line time after time.
The long awaited deja vu to the The Journey of a Song 60s & 70s (part 1) is here! More stories behind more iconic songs from those colorfully psychedelic and soulful days that gave birth to the musical landscape that became the soundtrack of a whole generation.
The Art of the Filmmaker: The Practical Aesthetics of the Screen explores the filmmaker's intention and method, their creation and capture of the fiction on the screen, and their formulation of the elements of the frame as a designed address to the audience. For all filmmakers and lovers of cinema.
"Loved it. 180 Days reads like coffee or drinks with an old friend. Smart, funny, emotional and naughty. Filled with musical Easter eggs and authentic Bay Area details offered up in spades. It’s a painfully relatable love story that poses so many questions - and so many answers - in vivid and raw detail. Hella Yes!"
Mike Dirnt – Green Day
A crime thriller, coming-of-age story and a family saga, “The Price You Pay” is set in mid-1970s in a crumbling New Jersey city where violence and coercion reign. Young Mickey Wright is thrust into a world controlled by a powerful Teamster local. The man who put him in jeopardy: his father, a renegade cop.
Following the events of BEDLAM - In the wake of a world turned upside down, Willa sets out to reunite with her brother. Amidst the relentless obstacles, fragile alliances, and her personal struggles, she discovers sinister truths behind the events that changed their lives forever.
When an obscure virus shifts into a full-blown epidemic, a group of teens are forced to navigate a city plagued with infected beings. The insidious disease targets older and weaker cells, leaving in its wake a landscape of parentless survivors. They find refuge in a warehouse facility where they encounter some friendly faces, and some unfamiliar ones. Amid their daily trials, splintered pieces of a larger conspiracy begin to emerge. Personalities clash and desperation boils... until the creatures they face are no longer the only threat to their survival.
The December 2023 release of director Jonathan Glazer's award-winning new movie The Zone of Interest has returned to the spotlight his previous film, Under the Skin. Foster's lively and detailed homage is a scene-by-scene, behind-the-scenes deep dive into this quiet yet visually dazzling science fiction masterpiece, now a cult classic.
Love(ly) Child is a thought-provoking collection of poetry that delves into themes of identity, love, and self-discovery. With a unique blend of personal anecdotes and social commentary, Love(ly) Child offers a captivating exploration of life's highs and lows, leaving a lasting impact on those who immerse themselves in its pages.
A controversial but highly acclaimed début memoir by Young Kim, A Year On Earth With Mr. Hell traces her intense relationship with pioneering punk rocker Richard Hell while processing her grief for her late partner, the artist and seminal punk figure Malcolm McLaren. An erotic account that retains sensitivity and taste, it is set in a Warholian swirl in the worlds of art, music, and fashion, spanning continents. Though written as it happened like a diary, in its cinematic sweep, it reads like a novel. Unusually, the man plays muse to a woman.
For over a decade, Los Angeles street poet Bryan Mahoney has written rhyming stories for strangers. With just a typewriter and his imagination he spins personal poems about fantastical adventures, family histories, and even a couple obituaries. But sometimes people don't come back for the poems. Their stories landed here.
Laurie Raskin and Joyce King Heyruad created this handy little book because...Help! We Can’t Stop Aging. Longevity is both a challenge and a gift. The book includes art by Laurie and poems by Joyce as well as inspiring and whimsical quotes on the aging process for all women.
A criminal mastermind and a deadly female FBI agent time-travel back in time to prevent the murder of African American jazz musicians in Nazi-occupied Paris. Sci-fi and action adventure collide with history - it's heists, Hitler, and ass-kicking lesbians - so strap in tight. It's if Spike Lee directed Raiders of the Lost Ark.
Dive into the thrilling love story of Alissa, the Mirral princess, and Elgard, her warrior, in "The Queen of Nordern." As they traverse realms for love, heartbreak looms when destiny challenges their union, Will they defy fate, fighting against all odds to be together, or succumb to the inevitable?
This moving novel teases us with the question of what Dickens’ Pip might have been like had he
grown up as a contemporary queer youth in the American South.
A perfect match for fans of Barbara Kingsolver’s Demon Copperfield.
2023 Winner of the Next Generation Indie Award (First Novel) and the National Indie Excellence
Award (LGBTQIA Fiction).