Santa Monica Press has been publishing an eclectic line of books since 1994. Our critically acclaimed titles are sold in chain, independent, on-line, and university bookstores around the world, as well as in some of the most popular retail outlets in North America. Our authors are recognized experts who are sought after by the media and receive newspaper, magazine, radio, and television coverage both nationally and internationally. At Santa Monica Press, we’re not afraid to cast a wide editorial net. Our diverse list of lively and modern non-fiction titles includes books in such categories as popular culture, film history, photography, humor, biography, travel, and reference. Remember to look for the shell! Browse Our Entire Book Catalog Roadside Baseball The Locations of America's Baseball Landmarks   Just Doing My Job Stories of Service from World War II   Pop Surf Culture Music, Design, Film, and Fashion from the Bohemian Surf Boom   Faces of Sunset Boulevard A Portrait of Los Angeles The Quotable Actor 1001 Pearls of Wisdom from Actors Talking About Acting   Passings Death, Dying, and Unexplained Phenomena   John Van Hamersveld Post-Future   The Third Tower Up from the Road A Compilation of Columns from McSweeney's Kevin Dolgin Tells You About Places You Should Go About Santa Monica Press | Book Catalog | Ordering Information | Author Guidelines | Media & Publicity