Mushrooms flanked by a couple trees behind which is a yellow background

Katya's Book of Mushrooms: Fungi, Fauna, Facts & Folklore

by Katya Arnold Author and Sam Swope Illustrator

Written by a mushroom lover, this is an introduction into the world of mushroom for aspiring fungus fans and the mycologically curious. The book contains vivid botanical illustrations and personal anecdotes from the author sharing scientific information on the organisms that are all around, even when hidden from view. They can be fascinating to see appear, and occasionally delicious to cook with. By knowing what to look for and how to look, a mushroom hunt can be a safe endeavor. Through the author’s passion, she seeks to give new perspective to those who have previously haven’t given fungi a glance, for whom a walk in the woods will never be the same. This book target readership is ages 10 to 14.