Ilyssa Kyu and Dave Kyu present 'Campfire Stories: The San Juan Islands'

Third Place Books welcomes Ilyssa Kyu and Dave Kyu, editors of the Campfire Stories series, to our Seward Park store. The Campfire Stories books compile history, fresh perspectives, myths and legends, and travel pointers about America's beloved natural spaces. Their newest volume, profiles Washington's own San Juan islands.

Ilyssa and Dave's presentation is co-sponsored by the North Cascades Institute, a nonprofit conservation organization working to inspire environmental stewardship through transformative learning experiences in nature. Learn more at ncascades.org.

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Immerse yourself in a unique blend of literature and lore about the the San Juan Islands

• Curated story collections explore the rich and diverse legacies of the San Juan Islands
• Contributors include Rena Priest, Jill McCabe Johnson, Quincy Henry, June Burn, Samuel Green, Anna Odessa Linzer, and more
• Local recommendations for outdoor exploration, select cultural activities, camping options, gateway towns, and more
• "How to Visit Well" and "Community Resources" sections offer tips on sustainable travel while highlighting cultural, Indigenous, and conservation organizations

Expanding on the bestselling Campfire Stories volumes, which feature shareable tales from our national parks, this new series from Ilyssa and Dave Kyu immerses readers in the storytelling endemic to America's beloved natural spaces, offering unique tours through diverse histories, lore, and landscapes.

Part story collection and part travel companion, each eye-catching volume begins with an anthology of "campfire stories"--from classic passages to original poetry, historical excerpts to fresh perspectives, treasured folk songs to local myths. Through the magic of storytelling, readers are deeply drawn into each distinctive terrain. These tales are then followed by a mini-guide: community-sourced recommendations for outdoor activities, cultural landmarks, and historical points of interest that will enrich the reader's experience, as well as tips on how to best travel lightly and respectfully through these scenic and varied public lands.

Ilyssa Kyu is a design researcher focused on storytelling and creative solutions at the intersection of nature, design, and inclusion and the founder of Amble, a sabbatical program for creative professionals to take time away with purpose in support of nature conservancies. Dave Kyu s a socially engaged artist, writer, and arts administrator. Born in Seoul, South Korea, and raised in the United States, he explores the creative tensions of identity, community, and public space in his work. They live with their two daughters outside of Philadelphia and are always seeking adventure and connection in the outdoors. Find them online at campfirestoriesbook.com and on Instagram @campfirestoriesbook.

About Third Place Books

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