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Seattle Picks: Native American Fiction

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National Native American Heritage Month, observed in November, honors the histories, cultures, and contributions – historical and ongoing – of American Indians and Alaska Natives. Tribal affiliation(s) listed before annotations. (Updated October 2023)

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Swim Home to the Vanished

Swim Home to the Vanished

by Basham, Brendan Shay

Book - 2023

(Diné) Grieving the death of his younger brother, Damien ends up in a fishing village in the company of a family of brujas, worried that he himself is turning into a fish. (Diné) Grieving the death of his younger brother, Damien ends up in a fishing village in the company of a family of brujas, worried that he himself is turning into a fish. Show less

(Diné) Grieving the death of his younger brother, Damien ends up in a fishing village in the company of a family of brujas, worried that he himself is turning into a fish. (Diné) Grieving the death of his younger brother, Damien ends up in a fishing village in the company of a family of brujas, worried that he himself is turning into a fish. Show less

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A Minor Chorus

A Minor Chorus

A Novel

by Belcourt, Billy-Ray

Book - 2022

(Driftpile Cree) A Cree graduate student sets aside his doctoral dissertation to write a novel about the ironies and challenges of queer life in his rural Alberta hometown; perhaps the very novel you’re reading right now? (Driftpile Cree) A Cree graduate student sets aside his doctoral dissertation to write a novel about the ironies and challenges of queer life in his rural Alberta hometown; perhaps the very novel you’re reading right now? Show less

(Driftpile Cree) A Cree graduate student sets aside his doctoral dissertation to write a novel about the ironies and challenges of queer life in his rural Alberta hometown; perhaps the very novel you’re reading right now? (Driftpile Cree) A Cree graduate student sets aside his doctoral dissertation to write a novel about the ironies and challenges of queer life in his rural Alberta hometown; perhaps the very novel you’re reading right now? Show less

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To Shape A Dragon's Breath

To Shape A Dragon's Breath

by Blackgoose, Moniquill

Book - 2023

(Seaconke Wampanoag) When the Anglish conquered the First Peoples of Maspaupaug, everyone thought the days of dragons were over. Then young Anequs found a curious egg. The debut of an epic fantasy series. (Seaconke Wampanoag) When the Anglish conquered the First Peoples of Maspaupaug, everyone thought the days of dragons were over. Then young Anequs found a curious egg. The debut of an epic fantasy series. Show less

(Seaconke Wampanoag) When the Anglish conquered the First Peoples of Maspaupaug, everyone thought the days of dragons were over. Then young Anequs found a curious egg. The debut of an epic fantasy series. (Seaconke Wampanoag) When the Anglish conquered the First Peoples of Maspaupaug, everyone thought the days of dragons were over. Then young Anequs found a curious egg. The debut of an epic fantasy series. Show less

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Màgòdiz

Màgòdiz

by Calderón, Gabe

Book - 2022

(Anishnaable, L’nu, and mixed white) Forced into the margins by evil spirits, a band of Indigenous, two spirit, queer and disabled outcasts join forces to re-enchant and restore hope for post-apocalyptic humanity. (Anishnaable, L’nu, and mixed white) Forced into the margins by evil spirits, a band of Indigenous, two spirit, queer and disabled outcasts join forces to re-enchant and restore hope for post-apocalyptic humanity. Show less

(Anishnaable, L’nu, and mixed white) Forced into the margins by evil spirits, a band of Indigenous, two spirit, queer and disabled outcasts join forces to re-enchant and restore hope for post-apocalyptic humanity. (Anishnaable, L’nu, and mixed white) Forced into the margins by evil spirits, a band of Indigenous, two spirit, queer and disabled outcasts join forces to re-enchant and restore hope for post-apocalyptic humanity. Show less

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The Missing Morningstar

The Missing Morningstar

And Other Stories

by Denetsosie, Stacie Shannon

Book - 2023

(Diné) The long-lasting impacts of settler colonialism show up in these stories, which examine family life, grief, and identity in Diné communities plagued by violence against women. (Diné) The long-lasting impacts of settler colonialism show up in these stories, which examine family life, grief, and identity in Diné communities plagued by violence against women. Show less

(Diné) The long-lasting impacts of settler colonialism show up in these stories, which examine family life, grief, and identity in Diné communities plagued by violence against women. (Diné) The long-lasting impacts of settler colonialism show up in these stories, which examine family life, grief, and identity in Diné communities plagued by violence against women. Show less

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VenCo

VenCo

A Novel

by Dimaline, Cherie

Book - 2023

(Métis) When Lucky St. James feels an unnatural pull leading her to a silver spoon, she connects with a group of witches dedicated to fighting a centuries-old foe. (Métis) When Lucky St. James feels an unnatural pull leading her to a silver spoon, she connects with a group of witches dedicated to fighting a centuries-old foe. Show less

(Métis) When Lucky St. James feels an unnatural pull leading her to a silver spoon, she connects with a group of witches dedicated to fighting a centuries-old foe. (Métis) When Lucky St. James feels an unnatural pull leading her to a silver spoon, she connects with a group of witches dedicated to fighting a centuries-old foe. Show less

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The Lost Journals of Sacajewea

The Lost Journals of Sacajewea

A Novel

by Earling, Debra Magpie

Book - 2023

(Bitterroot Salish) A Native woman's perspective on the oft-told story of Sacajewea sheds light on the violence of settlers and the quality of survivance. (Bitterroot Salish) A Native woman's perspective on the oft-told story of Sacajewea sheds light on the violence of settlers and the quality of survivance. Show less

(Bitterroot Salish) A Native woman's perspective on the oft-told story of Sacajewea sheds light on the violence of settlers and the quality of survivance. (Bitterroot Salish) A Native woman's perspective on the oft-told story of Sacajewea sheds light on the violence of settlers and the quality of survivance. Show less

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And Then She Fell

And Then She Fell

A Novel

by Elliott, Alicia

Book - 2023

(Mohawk) New mother Alice experiences a descent into mental illness; her only salvation is to tell a modern version of the Haudenosaunee Creation Story. (Mohawk) New mother Alice experiences a descent into mental illness; her only salvation is to tell a modern version of the Haudenosaunee Creation Story. Show less

(Mohawk) New mother Alice experiences a descent into mental illness; her only salvation is to tell a modern version of the Haudenosaunee Creation Story. (Mohawk) New mother Alice experiences a descent into mental illness; her only salvation is to tell a modern version of the Haudenosaunee Creation Story. Show less

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A Calm & Normal Heart

A Calm & Normal Heart

Stories

by Hicks, Chelsea T.

Book - 2022

(Osage) Living in a country within our country that is unknown to all but its first inhabitants, the women of these joyful and reflective stories work to reconcile and heal a world out of balance. (Osage) Living in a country within our country that is unknown to all but its first inhabitants, the women of these joyful and reflective stories work to reconcile and heal a world out of balance. Show less

(Osage) Living in a country within our country that is unknown to all but its first inhabitants, the women of these joyful and reflective stories work to reconcile and heal a world out of balance. (Osage) Living in a country within our country that is unknown to all but its first inhabitants, the women of these joyful and reflective stories work to reconcile and heal a world out of balance. Show less

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Calling for A Blanket Dance

Calling for A Blanket Dance

A Novel

by Hokeah, Oscar

Book - 2022

(Cherokee and Kiowa) The life and times of young Ever Geimausaddle as seen through the eyes of his Kiowa, Cherokee, and Mexican family, revealing invisible webs of culture and tradition that bind us, and set us free. (Cherokee and Kiowa) The life and times of young Ever Geimausaddle as seen through the eyes of his Kiowa, Cherokee, and Mexican family, revealing invisible webs of culture and tradition that bind us, and set us free. Show less

(Cherokee and Kiowa) The life and times of young Ever Geimausaddle as seen through the eyes of his Kiowa, Cherokee, and Mexican family, revealing invisible webs of culture and tradition that bind us, and set us free. (Cherokee and Kiowa) The life and times of young Ever Geimausaddle as seen through the eyes of his Kiowa, Cherokee, and Mexican family, revealing invisible webs of culture and tradition that bind us, and set us free. Show less

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Bad Cree

Bad Cree

A Novel

by Johns, Jessica

Book - 2023

(Cree, Sucker Creek First Nation) Nightmares seep into reality for Mackenzie whose sorrow, two years after the death of her sister, is feeding a wheetigo spirit. (Cree, Sucker Creek First Nation) Nightmares seep into reality for Mackenzie whose sorrow, two years after the death of her sister, is feeding a wheetigo spirit. Show less

(Cree, Sucker Creek First Nation) Nightmares seep into reality for Mackenzie whose sorrow, two years after the death of her sister, is feeding a wheetigo spirit. (Cree, Sucker Creek First Nation) Nightmares seep into reality for Mackenzie whose sorrow, two years after the death of her sister, is feeding a wheetigo spirit. Show less

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Don't Fear the Reaper

Don't Fear the Reaper

by Jones, Stephen Graham

Book - 2023

(Blackfoot) Proofrock, Idaho, is at the mercy of a sadistic escaped serial killer. Can Jade Daniels use her wits and encyclopedic knowledge of slasher films to save her town? The secret to My Heart is a Chainsaw. (Blackfoot) Proofrock, Idaho, is at the mercy of a sadistic escaped serial killer. Can Jade Daniels use her wits and encyclopedic knowledge of slasher films to save her town? The secret to My Heart is a Chainsaw. Show less

(Blackfoot) Proofrock, Idaho, is at the mercy of a sadistic escaped serial killer. Can Jade Daniels use her wits and encyclopedic knowledge of slasher films to save her town? The secret to My Heart is a Chainsaw. (Blackfoot) Proofrock, Idaho, is at the mercy of a sadistic escaped serial killer. Can Jade Daniels use her wits and encyclopedic knowledge of slasher films to save her town? The secret to My Heart is a Chainsaw. Show less

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Blood Sisters

Blood Sisters

by Lillie, Vanessa

Book - 2023

(Cherokee) Called back to her hometown in Oklahoma, where she survived an attack that killed her childhood best friend, archaeologist Syd must fight threats from all angles as she works to identify remains and find her missing sister. (Cherokee) Called back to her hometown in Oklahoma, where she survived an attack that killed her childhood best friend, archaeologist Syd must fight threats from all angles as she works to identify remains and find her missing sister. Show less

(Cherokee) Called back to her hometown in Oklahoma, where she survived an attack that killed her childhood best friend, archaeologist Syd must fight threats from all angles as she works to identify remains and find her missing sister. (Cherokee) Called back to her hometown in Oklahoma, where she survived an attack that killed her childhood best friend, archaeologist Syd must fight threats from all angles as she works to identify remains and find her missing sister. Show less

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Sinking Bell

Sinking Bell

Stories

by Louis, Bojan

Book - 2022

(Diné) Captured in arresting, poetic relief, the lives of people variously struggling to make ends meet in the microcosm of Flagstaff, Arizona, shine forth with stark beauty, dignity, and wonder. (Diné) Captured in arresting, poetic relief, the lives of people variously struggling to make ends meet in the microcosm of Flagstaff, Arizona, shine forth with stark beauty, dignity, and wonder. Show less

(Diné) Captured in arresting, poetic relief, the lives of people variously struggling to make ends meet in the microcosm of Flagstaff, Arizona, shine forth with stark beauty, dignity, and wonder. (Diné) Captured in arresting, poetic relief, the lives of people variously struggling to make ends meet in the microcosm of Flagstaff, Arizona, shine forth with stark beauty, dignity, and wonder. Show less

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Sisters of the Lost Nation

Sisters of the Lost Nation

by Medina, Nick

Book - 2023

(Tunica-Biloxi) The all-too-real horror of the disappearance of Indigenous women and girls takes on mythic proportions when Two-Spirit teen Anna Horn connects a new casino to an ancient evil. (Tunica-Biloxi) The all-too-real horror of the disappearance of Indigenous women and girls takes on mythic proportions when Two-Spirit teen Anna Horn connects a new casino to an ancient evil. Show less

(Tunica-Biloxi) The all-too-real horror of the disappearance of Indigenous women and girls takes on mythic proportions when Two-Spirit teen Anna Horn connects a new casino to an ancient evil. (Tunica-Biloxi) The all-too-real horror of the disappearance of Indigenous women and girls takes on mythic proportions when Two-Spirit teen Anna Horn connects a new casino to an ancient evil. Show less

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A Grandmother Begins the Story

A Grandmother Begins the Story

by Porter, Michelle

Book - 2023

(Métis) Five generations of women cross paths with one another, the land, and animal relatives as they navigate what it means to be Métis and what relatives owe each other. (Métis) Five generations of women cross paths with one another, the land, and animal relatives as they navigate what it means to be Métis and what relatives owe each other. Show less

(Métis) Five generations of women cross paths with one another, the land, and animal relatives as they navigate what it means to be Métis and what relatives owe each other. (Métis) Five generations of women cross paths with one another, the land, and animal relatives as they navigate what it means to be Métis and what relatives owe each other. Show less

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A Council of Dolls

A Council of Dolls

A Novel

by Power, Mona Susan

Book - 2023

(Standing Rock Sioux) Three dolls, beloved by young girls from one ancestral line in the 1960s, 1930s, and 1880s reveal their history of colonization, forced assimilation, trauma, and resilience. (Standing Rock Sioux) Three dolls, beloved by young girls from one ancestral line in the 1960s, 1930s, and 1880s reveal their history of colonization, forced assimilation, trauma, and resilience. Show less

(Standing Rock Sioux) Three dolls, beloved by young girls from one ancestral line in the 1960s, 1930s, and 1880s reveal their history of colonization, forced assimilation, trauma, and resilience. (Standing Rock Sioux) Three dolls, beloved by young girls from one ancestral line in the 1960s, 1930s, and 1880s reveal their history of colonization, forced assimilation, trauma, and resilience. Show less

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The Half-white Album

The Half-white Album

by Sylvester, Cynthia J.

Book - 2023

(Diné) The threads of one Diné family are unwoven and restrung through poetry, short stories, and music as they grapple with the realties of being urban Natives. (Diné) The threads of one Diné family are unwoven and restrung through poetry, short stories, and music as they grapple with the realties of being urban Natives. Show less

(Diné) The threads of one Diné family are unwoven and restrung through poetry, short stories, and music as they grapple with the realties of being urban Natives. (Diné) The threads of one Diné family are unwoven and restrung through poetry, short stories, and music as they grapple with the realties of being urban Natives. Show less

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Night of the Living Rez

Night of the Living Rez

by Talty, Morgan

Book - 2022

(Penobscot) By turns harsh and tender, these candid and compassionate vignettes lay bare the life of David, a young man growing up on the Penobscot reservation in Maine. (Penobscot) By turns harsh and tender, these candid and compassionate vignettes lay bare the life of David, a young man growing up on the Penobscot reservation in Maine. Show less

(Penobscot) By turns harsh and tender, these candid and compassionate vignettes lay bare the life of David, a young man growing up on the Penobscot reservation in Maine. (Penobscot) By turns harsh and tender, these candid and compassionate vignettes lay bare the life of David, a young man growing up on the Penobscot reservation in Maine. Show less

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Stealing

Stealing

A Novel

by Verble, Margaret

Book - 2023

(Cherokee) Shipped off to a residential school, nine-year-old Cherokee girl Kit Crockett turns to her journal to puzzle out the mystery of how she wound up there, and how she might be freed. (Cherokee) Shipped off to a residential school, nine-year-old Cherokee girl Kit Crockett turns to her journal to puzzle out the mystery of how she wound up there, and how she might be freed. Show less

(Cherokee) Shipped off to a residential school, nine-year-old Cherokee girl Kit Crockett turns to her journal to puzzle out the mystery of how she wound up there, and how she might be freed. (Cherokee) Shipped off to a residential school, nine-year-old Cherokee girl Kit Crockett turns to her journal to puzzle out the mystery of how she wound up there, and how she might be freed. Show less

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Buffalo Is the New Buffalo

Buffalo Is the New Buffalo

Stories

by Vowel, Chelsea

Book - 2022

(Métis) “Education is the new buffalo.” So a slogan advocating assimilation goes, but Métis futurist Vowel envisions a extraordinary range of alternative post-colonial realities for First Nations peoples. (Métis) “Education is the new buffalo.” So a slogan advocating assimilation goes, but Métis futurist Vowel envisions a extraordinary range of alternative post-colonial realities for First Nations peoples. Show less

(Métis) “Education is the new buffalo.” So a slogan advocating assimilation goes, but Métis futurist Vowel envisions a extraordinary range of alternative post-colonial realities for First Nations peoples. (Métis) “Education is the new buffalo.” So a slogan advocating assimilation goes, but Métis futurist Vowel envisions a extraordinary range of alternative post-colonial realities for First Nations peoples. Show less

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Never Whistle at Night

Never Whistle at Night

An Indigenous Dark Fiction Anthology

Book - 2023

26 Indigenous authors share twisted tales of hauntings and horror, using fantastical elements to shed light on all too real trauma experienced by Indigenous people across the continent. 26 Indigenous authors share twisted tales of hauntings and horror, using fantastical elements to shed light on all too real trauma experienced by Indigenous people across the continent. Show less

26 Indigenous authors share twisted tales of hauntings and horror, using fantastical elements to shed light on all too real trauma experienced by Indigenous people across the continent. 26 Indigenous authors share twisted tales of hauntings and horror, using fantastical elements to shed light on all too real trauma experienced by Indigenous people across the continent. Show less

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