The power of memory
The Power of Nostalgia: Why the Past Feels So Meaningful
Why does nostalgia feel so powerful? Explore how memories, music and familiar places reconnect us with people and experiences we treasure.
Read the storyBooks for the culture curious
For the love
of pop culture.
The moments that move us. The stories that stay with us. The culture that brings us together.
We bring it all to the page—with books made to spark your curiosity, stir your memories, and keep you turning pages.
Meet Awesome 80sTHE POP CULTURE BOOKS SPOTLIGHT
A big decade.
A new book.
Coming soon.
A new book.
Coming soon.
AWESOME 80s · JON OLSON01 / THE BEGINNING
BIG MOMENTS ✦ Unforgettable music ✦ Everyday icons ✦ Extraordinary stories
Hello. We’re Pop Culture Books.
Great culture deserves
a great story.
Some things never leave us. A song. A movie. A favorite place. An entire era.
Pop Culture Books is a publishing company created by author Jon Olson to celebrate those connections—and to bring exciting books about pop culture to life.
Our vision is simple: create quality books that are as enjoyable to read as they are rewarding to explore. Engaging, informative, and entertaining, with the detail that feeds your curiosity and the storytelling that makes you want more.
We’re beginning with Awesome 80s. And we’re looking ahead with the same enthusiasm that started it all: there are so many great stories in the culture we share.
Our upcoming release
One decade.
Endless awesome.
Awesome 80s
Everything We Loved About the Greatest Decade Ever
Turn up the volume. Rewind the memories. Step back into a decade that still makes an impact.
From mixtapes and shopping malls to MTV and the pixelated thrills of video games, the 1980s had an energy all their own. Awesome 80s takes readers through the music, movies, television, fashion, gadgets, and everyday experiences that made the era unforgettable.
Fascinating facts, iconic moments, and vivid storytelling bring the decade into focus—whether you lived it the first time or are discovering what all the excitement was about.
Music & moviesTV & technologyStyle & everyday life
Enter the world of Awesome 80s The pleasure of rediscovery
Stories that bring it all back.
Explore music, memories, retro games, and the everyday experiences that make pop culture so much fun to revisit.
Music & memories
Why Does Music Bring Back Memories So Quickly?
Discover why familiar music brings back memories, how listening rituals shape nostalgia, and how old favorites create new connections.
Read the storyAcross generations
Can You Feel Nostalgic for a Time You Never Lived In?
Explore why people feel drawn to decades they never lived through, from family playlists and favorite films to the enduring appeal of the 80s.
Read the storyThe analog experience
Analog Nostalgia: Why We Miss Life Before Smartphones
Explore analog nostalgia through the pleasures of records, video stores, anticipation and shared places—and ways to enjoy those experiences today.
Read the storyStories we share
Why Shared Pop Culture Memories Bring People Together
Discover how shared pop culture memories spark conversation, connect generations and bring familiar music, movies and places back to life.
Read the storyToys & games
Why Old Toys and Retro Games Bring Back Such Strong Memories
Explore why old toys and retro games bring back memories of people, places and play—and why those experiences still appeal to new generations.
Read the storyWhat goes into our books
Curiosity on every page.
Our aim is to make the familiar feel fascinating all over again.
Engaging by design.
Stories with personality, a sense of discovery, and a reason to keep reading. Because learning something new should be a pleasure.
Informative at heart.
The details, connections, and context that deepen your appreciation for the people, moments, and ideas behind the culture.
Entertaining to the last page.
A celebration of the things we love, full of warmth, energy, and those “I remember that!” moments worth sharing.
Your next trip down memory lane
The book is coming.
The adventure starts now.
Explore the Awesome 80s website for stories, nostalgia, and a taste of the decade. While you’re there, sign up for book release updates.
Visit Awesome1980s.com