LSJ Local Authors

This is the first in a series of gritty crime novels from Lansing born poet and writer Jones. They feature August Snow a half Mexican, half Black ex-cop who helped prosecute a police corruption case and finds himself continuing to defend his Detroit community from criminals and law enforcement alike.

Okemos native Williams sets her slightly futuristic thriller-with-a-twist in and around the capital city and follows a “restored” woman’s attempts to solve her own murder.

This powerful inspiring memoir by Lansing area journalist and public relations professional Sharon Emery is a personal story of resilience, wisdom, and hope through a life that has been challenged by disability and unimaginable loss.

Local historian, author, and co-chair of the Save the Flags Project, Matthew J. VanAcker researched letters and archived newspaper articles to tell the story of Lansing’s involvement in the Civil War, where 500 men enlisted to fight.

We were greatly saddened to hear of Rosalie Sanara Petrouske’s recent passing, and want to recommend readers pick up this stunning poetry collection. These beautiful poems evocatively capture the flora, fauna, and the powerful presence of nature in the life of the late poet and LCC Writing Professor, with reflections on her Upper Peninsula childhood, her Ojibwe heritage, her special relationships with her father and daughter, and meditations on loss and healing.

Julian Van *** starting drawing as a toddler and has been active in the Lansing arts scene dating back to the 1980s. His murals are beloved around town, so discovering his books will stir young artists to paint and tell their stories.

Many are familiar with Greater Lansing author Jim C. Hines’ adult fantasy titles, but he also writes for younger readers. Full of magical portals and goblins his stories exhibit a fondness for humor and librarians.