When fifteen-year-old Marlee Stanley joins her two sisters and the sons of their family friends on a secretive hike in the middle of the night, she is thrilled and nervous. Battling her conscience, she prays that the hike will go flawlessly and that they will return to the safety of their campsite before their parents wake. The start of the hike is beautiful and wonderfully memorable. In a white flash so fast that Marlee can barely comprehend what has happened, an avalanche crashes into their … [Read more...] about Avalanche by M. Liz Boyle
Around the World in 80 Tales by Dave Tomlinson
80 Stories, 25 Countries, 5 Continents, One Heck of a Ride! Come with me on a journey of captivating true travel stories from around the world. This fascinating kaleidoscope of people, places, history, food and culture will inspire, amuse and even amaze. Around the World in 80 Tales lets you experience the challenges and rewards of budget travel without leaving home! Targeted Age Group:: 18-80 What Inspired You to Write Your Book? After travelling through more than 50 countries I … [Read more...] about Around the World in 80 Tales by Dave Tomlinson
My Pilgrimage to Nowhere by Garred Kluth
My Pilgrimage to Nowhere by Garred Kluth Join me on my journey of 1,100 miles on the Pacific Crest Trail. "We conversed about the many levels of the hike, from the physical to the mental to the emotional to the spiritual. Layer upon layer of trials and growth. We called ourselves pilgrims, but realized that there really was no destination, no holy monastery, no mecca, no temple at the end waiting for us. The journey itself was our destination and our sanctuary. This was our pilgrimage to … [Read more...] about My Pilgrimage to Nowhere by Garred Kluth
Interview with Author – Garred Kluth
About Garred Kluth: My life has been about passion. Passion for the outdoors, art, music, and all of the beautiful things of this world. This is my first book and is a true story of my travels on the Pacific Crest Trail. What inspires you to write? I'm inspired by the idea of inspiring others. That a reader might find encouragement in my adventures to go out and write their own story, maybe not so much in words, but in experiences. Tell us about your writing process. Writing … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Garred Kluth
Where Can I Find Wifi? Work Anywhere, Travel Forever: Tales Of A Digital Nomad by Kayla Kurin
Do you want to join the digital nomad community and live a location independent life by working remotely? Do you want to travel the world indefinitely, setting up your office in cafes with views of crystal clear seas in Greece, guesthouses with mountain views in the Rockies, next to a mouthwatering bowl of Gnocchi Gorgonzola in Italy, or anywhere you can get the bloody wifi connection to work? You might have seen expensive courses or trendy Instagram accounts giving advice how to work … [Read more...] about Where Can I Find Wifi? Work Anywhere, Travel Forever: Tales Of A Digital Nomad by Kayla Kurin
Interview with Author – Dave Tomlinson
About Dave Tomlinson: I'm originally from beautiful New Zealand and now live in Brisbane Australia. My passion is for travel, outdoor adventure and cultural understanding. I've now explored over 50 countries across 5 continents of the world. Apart from photography, I have used my love of travel to create a website and write two books. Travel Unravelled is a guide book for anyone wanting to travel the world on a budget and Around the World in 80 Tales is a collection of my unique experiences … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Dave Tomlinson
Bargain Book: Highs and Lows on the John Muir Trail by Inga Aksamit
This lively account of a woman’s trek on the John Muir Trail is a must-read for those who plan to hike the trail or armchair travelers who want to live the adventure vicariously. Written in journal style, the author’s description of the majestic scenery, comradery of trail friends and challenges of the terrain are engaging and informative. Along the way, trekkers will see how she and her husband met challenges head-on, lightened their load, planned meals and managed daily logistics for more than … [Read more...] about Bargain Book: Highs and Lows on the John Muir Trail by Inga Aksamit
Sihpromatum – I Grew My Boobs in China by Savannah Grace @Sihpromatum
This book is bargain priced from 05/09/2014 until 05/13/2014 Sihpromatum (Sip-row-may-tum) is a memoir series of one family’s incredible four-year, 80 country backpacking adventure. The first installment, I Grew My Boobs in China, takes the reader through China and Mongolia. In 2005, 14-year-old Savannah Grace's perfect world is shattered when her mother unexpectedly announces that she, her mother (45), brother (25) and sister (17) would soon embark on a trip around the world. This is a … [Read more...] about Sihpromatum – I Grew My Boobs in China by Savannah Grace @Sihpromatum
Interview with Author – David Clarkson @dclarksonwriter
Author Bio: After growing up in the north east of England, studying English Literature at Sunderland University and failing to make it as a rock star, the real story began in 2006, when just days after my 27th birthday I boarded a plane to Sydney, Australia, with no return ticket. I then spent 2 years in the land downunder and travelled through every far flung corner of the country, earning my keep by taking up jobs doing everything from pruning grape vines to tractor driving. In my spare … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – David Clarkson @dclarksonwriter
The Outback by David Clarkson @davidclarksonwriter
When Matt joins the outback harvest trail he is filled with apprehension. Is it really worth doing three months of back breaking work in exchange for another year added to his visa? His new friends certainly think so and it is not long before they convince him of the same. Of course, none of them are counting on their new boss. Rhett is cold, callous and delights in watching others suffer. Convinced that the old man is hiding a criminal past, the backpackers begin to do a little digging. … [Read more...] about The Outback by David Clarkson @davidclarksonwriter
