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Are you ready for a relaxing getaway?Show Me Shipshewana: a Guide to Indiana Amish Country invites you to step away from the frenzied pace of day-to-day life. You're invited to relax. To eat (a lot). To enjoy connecting with your loved ones, with nature, and with yourself.Show Me Shipshewana is more than a travel book; it's a companion that invites you to experience the third largest Amish community in the world and create memories that will last a lifetime.Here's What's InsideIntroduction to Amish CountryWho are the Amish, and why are there so many in Indiana?Learn the stories of the towns of LaGrange County, including why there's one named Mongo and how to pronounce Wolcottville (it's not what you think)Discover the proper etiquette when dining in an Amish homeFind out why their peanut butter tastes so darn goodHow to navigate the Midwest's largest flea marketTips for shopping in Amish countryGo beyond the buggy: there's more to see in ShipshewanaThe basics: weather, best time to visit, etcAnswers to your FAQs about visitingSuggested driving toursAnd much more!There are even planning and journal pages, so you can easily plan your trip to Shipshewana, and then remember everything you experienced long after you return home.You'll be amazed at how much Shipshewana offers.

Dive into the captivating world of Midwestern state parks with Midwest State Park Adventures, your all-in-one guide to discovering the region's most awe-inspiring natural wonders.Written by a team of local authors with deep-rooted connections to the land, this meticulously crafted guidebook brings you closer to the heart of the Midwest than ever before.In these pages, you'll find:170+ exceptional state parks, hand-selected for their unique landscapes, diverse ecosystems, and exhilarating activities.Insider tips and recommendations from lifelong Midwesterners who know these parks inside and out.A carefully organized layout, featuring five distinct regions in each state, ensuring a comprehensive exploration of the Midwest's finest outdoor offerings.Lists of every state park in each state, highlighting featured amenities like hiking, camping, and swimming.Up-to-date information, practical advice, and useful resources to help you plan your perfect adventure.Whether you're seeking adrenaline-pumping excitement or serene moments of reflection, Midwest State Park Adventures is your ultimate passport to the breathtaking beauty of America's heartland. From tranquil forests and rolling hills to rugged cliffs and majestic waterways, let this indispensable guidebook be your compass as you venture into the enchanting wilderness that awaits.Embark on a journey that will inspire and transform you-grab your copy of Midwest State Park Adventures today and let the magic of the Midwest unfold before your very eyes.

A new cooking show. A stunning location. And murder is on the menu. Can she find out who did it or will the episode end in death?Travel writer Alex Paige is ready for a drama-free visit to Colorado Springs after her last adventure almost got her killed. Although she hates reality shows with a white-hot passion, she agreed to cover this one because her best friend's competing. The icing on the cake was that it wouldn't be one of those cutthroat drama fests. At least, that's what they promised.But then the show's playboy producer is literally stabbed in the back and Emily's the prime suspect. Can Alex find out who did it before her friend's goose is cooked?Join Alex, her delightful friend William, and meet feisty Emily in this new Alex Paige cozy travel mystery.Revenge in the Rockies is the second book in the adventures of Alex Paige. If you love engaging characters, dastardly villains, and a setting that'll have you booking your next adventure, you'll love Theresa L. Carter's travel mystery series.Buy Revenge in the Rockies for a fun escape! Here's what readers have to say about Peril on the Peninsula:I loved Peril on the Peninsula, and read it in one weekend. Perfect length, great attention to detail, and I could relate to the characters (everyone except the killer, of course). Thank you for the adventure, Theresa! ~Kerrie KuiperI'm pretty stuck on mystery page-turners...but the pull of Michigan Great Lakes and a well-written story are bonus finds in this debut novel! Alex is the main character, but the rest of the lovable-not-always-nice cast keeps this unputddownable! Knowing there'll be more to this series is always a plus! ~Joan S.Theresa's first foray into fiction is amazing! Especially for this Wisconsin girl! I love the back drop of our beautiful Door County! It's a gripping mystery with rich characters. I can't wait to follow Alex on all her adventures! ~Lori Helke

Two Lane Gems, Vol. 1: Turkeys are jerks and other observations from an American Road Trip is a road trip romp from the Chicago area to San Diego and back. Theresa Goodrich grabs her laptop, her camera, and her journal and makes (asks, she means, asks) her husband, Jim, to drive 6,479.5 miles through thirteen states so she can fulfill a childhood dream.Starting at the most important archaeological site in North America, their journey takes them through sand dunes, forests, plains, and mountains. They stayed in haunted hotels, a rustic cabin, charming bed and breakfasts, and the oldest motel in Arizona. They camped in canyons and deserts and were visited by deer and surrounded by turkeys (jerks). They met a World War II vet, learned how to grow a date, and had a beer in the lowest bar in the Western hemisphere with a bartender named Scheherazade.They also: made a wish at the Center of the World toured an abandoned mountain lion zoo rode a vintage train with a singing engineer ate schnecks touched goblins did not get blown up by unexploded ordnance did not kill each other Two Lane Gems, Vol. 1 is an uplifting, inspirational, and often humorous love letter to America. From cliff dwellings to buried cars to more hoodoos than you can shake a switchback at, this tale follows their round-about journey to find the country's treasures.