How a Mountain Was Made

Interconnected original stories set in Northern California's Sonoma Mountain explore themes of leadership, community, and connection to the landscape. Through the twin crows, Question Woman and Answer Woman, readers encounter a vibrant world filled with enchanting elements, such as a creek-stealing Water Bug and Rain as a memory-keeper. Inspired by Coast Miwok and Southern Pomo creation tales, these narratives blend timeless wisdom with contemporary relevance, showcasing Sarris's inventive prose and advancing American Indian literature.