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Mike Sonksen

Mike Sonksen aka Mike the PoeT is a 3rd-generation Los Angeles native. Poet, professor, journalist, historian and tour-guide, his latest book “Letters to My City” was just published by Writ Large Press. He teaches at Woodbury University.

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The 37 Best Books About Los Angeles Culture (and Beyond) Published In 2023

Books change lives when they are read wholeheartedly and must be shared. This collection covers everything from L.A. noir to sci-fi to identity and poetry. Read, gift, and get inspired.

December 22, 2023

The 27 Best Books About Los Angeles In 2022

December 23, 2022

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Meet the Gangster-Turned-Muralist Out of Boyle Heights Who Survived L.A.’s ‘Decade of Death’ and Now Makes Art That Unites Black and Brown Communities

January 4, 2022

L.A. Taco Guides

The 2021 L.A. TACO Book Guide: 34 Books to Read, Gift, and Get Inspired By

December 16, 2021

Remembering DJ Al Jackson, the Voice of the Soul Children

June 16, 2021

In a Rapidly Changing L.A., This OG Muralist From South Central Captures Communities As They Transform

January 28, 2021

L.A. Taco Guides

The 2020 L.A. Taco Book Guide: 32 L.A.-Centered Books to Read, Gift, and Get Inspired On

December 9, 2020

Rasquachismo and Public Spaces: A Primer on Latino Urbanism with James Rojas

December 3, 2019

The Mural Mile ~ A History of Pacoima Told Through the Tapestry of Street Art

April 7, 2019

‘Postcards Written With Ocotillo and Yucca’: City of the Future ~ New Book By Sesshu Foster Is A Poetic Elegy For Los Angeles

June 29, 2018