Journal of Alta California

Journal of Alta California

Editor & Publisher William R. Hearst III

Managing Editor: Blaise Zerega

Creative Director: John Goecke

Editor at Large: Mary Melton

Books Editor: David L. Ulin

Digital Editor: Beth Spotswood

California Book Club Editor: Anita Felicelli

Newsletter Editor: Matt Haber

Associate Editor: Ajay Orona

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