New and forthcoming environmental books: June 2026 roundup
By
John Yunker
A baker's-dozen of insight crammed into one ring.
Summary
A curated selection of new and forthcoming environmental books for June 2026, featuring "The Life of a Creature: Stories" by Nadja Lubiw-Hazard — a debut short story collection exploring the interconnection between humans and animals, navigating themes of love, loss, healing, trauma, and anxiety through creatures that swim, slither, and soar.
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Creatures swim, slither, and soar their way through this stunning short story collection about the inextricable nature of humans and animals.
A woman's personal trauma and anxiety are intertw
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