Send us a textIn this special episode, Kim and Amy recount their recent visit to The Sitting Room, a unique library and literary salon in Sonoma, CA, dedicated to women's literature. Trip highlights included a stay at a Julia-Morgan-designed architectural gem in Berkeley, a private tour of Jack London State Park, and a fascinating tour of The Sitting Room’s extensive collection of books and artifacts. Listeners will also hear snippets from an engaging evening with library co-founder J.J. Wilson, making this episode a heartfelt homage to the preservation and celebration of books by women writers.Mentioned in this episode:Julia MorganThe Berkeley City ClubLitquakeJack London State ParkLost Ladies of Lit Episode No. 27 on Charmian Kittredge LondonCharmian Kittredge London: Trailblazer, Author, Adventurer by Iris Jamahl DunkleThe Sitting RoomJ.J. WilsonLost Ladies of Lit Episode No. 187 on Kay BoyleLost Ladies of Lit Episode No. 162 on Meridel Le SeuerLost Ladies of Lit Episode No. 264 on Jessica MitfordLost Ladies of Lit Episode No. 140 on Zora Neale HurstonLyndall GordonA Luminous Halo: Selected Writings by Virginia WoolfThe Life of Violet: Three Early Stories by Virginia WoolfGorgeous Nothings: Emily Dickinson’s Envelope PoemsSupport the showFor episodes and show notes, visit: LostLadiesofLit.comSubscribe to our substack newsletter. Follow us on instagram @lostladiesoflit. Email us: Contact — Lost Ladies of Lit Podcast

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