books

In a new book, a master of motion explains how he teaches Hollywood to move.

The UCLA professor, who co-authored the book, discusses the issue of dying with no one to care for the remains.

From conferences to art making, explore events across campus that represent the diverse experiences, leadership and research of women.

Coach Wooden created two beloved characters to teach children that they, too, could climb the Pyramid of Success.

The English professor was honored for his boldly experimental work, which incorporates vignettes, imagery and poetry to present a dialogue.

The bestselling author and UCLA professor discusses his new novel, ‘Blackouts,’ and the writers who inspire him today.

UCLA faculty, staff and alumni share some of their favorite books, shows, podcasts and other media picks.

The Bruin Bookshelf catalogs books published by faculty, students, alumni and staff.

Harryette Mullen, celebrated poet, literary scholar and UCLA English professor, has a singular way of connecting readers with the world around them.

Dual role intersects provision of research materials to campus and academic communities across the University of California system.

The UCLA Anderson professor’s new book aims to help people “make tomorrow better today.”

UCLA staff recommend books, films, music and more to celebrate Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month.

The professor, who specializes in immigration, gender and broad conceptualizations of violence, was elected as the W.E.B. Du Bois Fellow.

The historian and author discusses her ongoing research and her new book, “What Sorrows Labour in My Parent’s Breast?”

From books, graphic novels and podcasts to narrative films and documentaries, staff members recommend their top picks.

Historian Kelly Lytle Hernández was honored for her book “Bad Mexicans,” which looks at the Mexican Revolution from both sides of the border.

“The Power of Nature,” edited by the UCLA anthropologist, explores how people have responded to volcanoes, epidemics and droughts.

Schwartz’s new book, “Shielded: How the Police Became Untouchable,” illustrates how the legal system shields officers and prevents victims from receiving justice.

Q&A with Professor Kal Raustiala, whose new book illuminates the life and legacy of the only UCLA alumnus to receive the Nobel Peace Prize.

Kelly Lytle Hernández’s ‘Bad Mexicans’ comes at a time when L.A.’s politics reckon with racism.

UCLA staff members recommend works for education and entertainment to celebrate throughout November.

A Bruin guide to some of this month’s most intriguing events at UCLA.

Patricia Turner discusses her new book, “Trash Talk: Anti-Obama Lore and Race in the Twenty-First Century”

Lynn Vavreck and Chris Tausanovitch discuss their new book, “The Bitter End: The 2020 Presidential Campaign and the Challenge to American Democracy.”

With the Supreme Court ruling on affirmative education looming, Gary Orfield’s book calls for race-conscious policies that can open the doors to educational opportunity for all.