Books List

A practical introduction to game theory applied to real-life situations. The authors show how strategic thinking can improve decision-making in business, politics, negotiations, and everyday life. Clear examples make complex concepts easy to understand.

A guide for mission-driven organizations to use data, discipline, and measurable outcomes to create meaningful social impact. Morino emphasizes strong leadership, accountability, and continuous learning—especially in resource-limited environments.

A groundbreaking re-telling of American history from the perspective of Indigenous nations. Dunbar-Ortiz details colonization, land theft, resistance, and survival, challenging traditional narratives and highlighting Native resilience across centuries.

A heart-wrenching memoir of a pediatrician who starts a street clinic for homeless children in Bolivia. Huang shares stories of suffering, resilience, and compassion while confronting poverty and injustice. The book is both inspiring and emotionally powerful.

An Indigenous perspective on global systems, knowledge, and sustainability. Yunkaporta uses Indigenous thinking—symbolism, story, pattern, and connection—to critique modern society and offer alternative ways of understanding the world. It’s philosophical, poetic, and deeply grounded in Aboriginal wisdom.

A memoir by Elmer Dixon, co-founder of the Seattle chapter of the Black Panther Party. Dixon reflects on his activism, leadership, and the Panther movement’s role in standing against racism and police violence. The book highlights community empowerment, political courage, and lifelong advocacy.

Civil rights attorney Ben Crump exposes how America’s legal and social systems continue to undervalue Black lives. Through case studies and personal experiences, he argues that violence against Black people is enabled by systemic injustice—and calls for legal and social reform.

Pham breaks down respect into seven distinct forms and shows how people give and interpret respect differently based on culture, upbringing, and work environments. The book provides practical tools for improving communication, collaboration, and workplace culture by understanding what respect actually means to different people.

A clear, accessible guide to understanding race and racism in America. Oluo breaks down tough topics—privilege, microaggressions, police brutality, systemic inequality—and offers practical advice for having honest, productive conversations about race.

A personal account of Captain Robert L. Martin, one of the Tuskegee Airmen. The book details his experiences as a Black military pilot in World War II, the challenges of segregation, and the courage of the legendary Red Tails. It is both a family legacy and a crucial piece of African American history.

A transformative exploration of love as a cultural, emotional, and political force. hooks critiques how society misunderstands love and offers a vision of what genuine love—rooted in care, commitment, respect, and honesty—could look like in families, relationships, and communities.

A gripping memoir by the founding captain of the Seattle chapter of the Black Panther Party. Dixon recounts his experiences with community organizing, police brutality, and political resistance. The book provides an intimate look into the rise of the Panthers and the ongoing struggle for Black liberation.

A transformative exploration of love as a cultural, emotional, and political force. hooks critiques how society misunderstands love and offers a vision of what genuine love—rooted in care, commitment, respect, and honesty—could look like in families, relationships, and communities.

Phillips argues that the battle over America’s multiracial democracy didn’t end with the Civil War. He explores how white supremacy remains embedded in political systems and outlines a bold strategy to build lasting multiracial political power. The book is both a warning and a roadmap for strengthening democracy through grassroots organizing.

A powerful environmental and historical narrative about the Duwamish River, tracing its transformation from a vibrant, life-giving waterway for Indigenous peoples to one of the most polluted rivers in America. Cummings blends ecology, activism, and community stories to reveal how the river shaped Seattle—and how its restoration is tied to justice, culture, and healing.