A cover of the Bay Curiuos book, featuring illustrated local icons like the Golden Gate Bridge, a victorian house, a buffalo and the Winchestser Mystery House.

Bay Curious

Exploring the Hidden True Stories of the San Francisco Bay Area

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With explorations into unique local legends, interesting landmarks, and uncovered histories, Bay Curious is a fun, quirky guide to the secret stories of the San Francisco Bay Area for visitors, newcomers, and California natives alike. The book drops May 2, 2023, but you can pre-order now!

About the book

  • With subjects ranging from Marin's redwood forests to the Winchester Mystery House, from the Black Panther Party's school program to the invention of the Mai Tai, Bay Curious gives you the entertaining and informative, weird and wonderful true stories of the San Francisco Bay Area.

    NOT YOUR AVERAGE GUIDEBOOK: Bay Curious takes a unique approach to exploring the Bay Area through its lesser known, but no less fascinating stories, taking readers on a reportorial rather than literal tour.

    BEYOND THE PODCAST: With 49 entries—inspired by the famous 49 Mile Drive—Bay Curious includes a combination of updated popular episodes from the podcast and brand new, never before heard stories researched for the book, plus fun illustrations and irresistible trivia sidebars.

    PERFECT FOR: Bay Area locals and new arrivals, San Francisco tourists, Fans of the NPR-member radio station KQED podcast, History buffs, Anyone who enjoys unexpected and quirky true stories

Maria on Goodreads

“I learned so much about how the area was shaped and got its unique flavor. Great for those planning a visit or even residents who want to learn a little more or fact checked what they do know.”

Meg on Goodreads

“I am originally from the Bay Area and found this book to be a delightful insight into all the quirky little things that make the area special. The book is a nice blend of both historical and current topics. This would make a great gift for any fans of the podcast or any locals interested in the history around them.”