New from Smithsonian Books, "Sky Walking: An Astronaut's Memoir" offers a gripping first-hand account of life in space from astronaut Tom Jones. bit.ly/4c1dUui

Looking forward to a #SpaceShuttleStories event, talk, and signing Wings Museum on July 5. One of my favorite aerospace stops in the nation. Let's swap some air and space stories. Smithsonian Books @AF_Academy U.S. Air Force Academy Association & Foundation wingsmuseum.org/events/speaker…

Echoing @themarshtit recommendation to buy Dr Erica McAlister fantastic new book exploring the vast spectrum of connections that humanity has with insects as scientists utilize the inner workings of these small creatures to drive innovation, which I reviewed for Booksin5 below! 1/5

Learn about the experiences of women supporting World War II efforts in the Smithsonian Books memoir “Slacks and Calluses.” bit.ly/3zyAbkX

I bought this gorgeous book and I can't wait to get stuck into it. Museum published books have given me a lot of inspiration for my own work. Reading leads to writing!

I was grateful to join the @WingsMuseum podcast, "Behind the Wings," on their September episode. Smithsonian Books Listen in as we discuss USAFA, Titan IIs, Boeing Defense B-52s, and NASA space adventures: wingsmuseum.org/resources/podc…

Join veteran NASA astronauts AstroMike Massimino and #SidGutierrez and me Intrepid Museum for a #Shuttle Stories discussion in the orbiter #Enterprise pavilion on the carrier's flight deck. Starts 5 pm. Book signing to follow! Smithsonian Books eventbrite.com/e/intrepid-mus…

"Magnificent Intentions: John Wood, First Federal Photographer (1856-1863)" by Adrienne Lundgren is "a remarkably fresh look at American visual culture," writes James Brookes. Read more about it here: bit.ly/3Nuabep #CivilWar

From Smithsonian Books, "Bats: An Illustrated Guide to All Species" is the ultimate illustrated guide to all known bat species. bit.ly/4hlf3jT

A new Smithsonian Books reckons with the enduring legacies of slavery and capitalism. bit.ly/3YDIiWj

🚀 Afrofuturism: A History of Black Futures is a visually rich, empowering exploration of Afrofuturism through music, art, and speculative fiction. Get a copy of Afrofuturism: A History of Black Futures @kstrait35 (published by Smithsonian Books) here: bit.ly/40jLJRD

Looking for a last minute gift this holiday season? Check out these top picks from Smithsonian Books. bit.ly/3Bluf0h

Habari gani?!? Kuumba! KUUMBA (Creativity): To always do as much as we can to leave our community more beautiful and beneficial than we inherited it. 🎨 We selected Afrofuturism: A History of Black Futures.

This book explores the boundless creativity of Afrofuturism, showing how imagination and innovation can reimagine Black identities, histories, and futures in transformative and empowering ways. @kstrait35 Smithsonian Books

The 2025 Dartmouth Medal Winner is Smithsonian Atlas of Space: A Map to the Universe from the Big Bang to the Future. Read more about the medal and honorable mentions at rusaupdate.org/2025/01/2025-d… #LiblearnX25

These books from Smithsonian Books can help you plan your best D.C. getaway! bit.ly/4iJ6Ci1

Mother's Day is around the corner—do you need to find a gift for your mom or mother figures in your life? Smithsonian Books has you covered with books that are sure to make her day! bit.ly/4k5vnG0

"Theodore Roosevelt and the Smithsonian Expedition to British East Africa, 1909-1910," a new title from Smithsonian Books, takes readers on the 1909 expedition with Roosevelt’s own words, written during evenings in his camp tent. bit.ly/4pDHBZU

Did you know Smithsonian Books has published graphic novels? Peer into the pages of some of those today in honor of National Comic Book Day! bit.ly/3IqJhoV

"Theodore Roosevelt and the Smithsonian Expedition to British East Africa, 1909-1910," a new title from Smithsonian Books, takes readers on the 1909 expedition with Roosevelt’s own words, written during evenings in his camp tent. bit.ly/4pDHBZU