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‘Must-read… A funny yet tragic tale of a husband and wife’s car journey across the US with Albert the alligator in tow. Yes, really.’ Marie Claire A journey of a thousand miles. With an alligator on the back seat. And John Steinbeck as a passenger. This is a tale where everything is true...

Billy Connolly, music-lover, biker, and scourge of the beige and bland the world over, has dreamed about taking a trip on the legendary Route 66 since he first heard Chuck Berry belting out one of the greatest rock 'n' roll records of all time. And now he's finally had the chance to do it, heading out on his custom-made trike in search of the real America that can still be found beyond the nation's freeways.

Bloomsbury presents The Crossroads by C.J. Box, read by David Chandler. When Joe Pickett is shot in the line of duty, his daughters must work together to find his attacker. The brilliant new thriller from New York Times bestselling author C.J. Box 'Raining here, but I’ve got a cup of hot tea...

In 1986, 20-year-old Christopher Knight left his home in Massachusetts, drove to Maine, and disappeared into the woods. He would not speak to another human being until three decades later when he was arrested for stealing food. Christopher survived by his wits and courage, developing ingenious ways to store food and water in order to avoid freezing to death in his tent during the harsh Maine winters. He broke into nearby cottages for food, clothes, reading material and other provisions, taking only what he needed. In the process, he unwittingly terrified a community.

Old Town sounds different after dark. A footstep travels along a wooden gallery. Beyond a cemetery wall, a marker interrupts the sidewalk. On Presidio Hill, the trees stir above ground that holds centuries of memory.Follow a trail of restless stories through twelve stops in Old Town and Presidio...

Discover the city where Vermont’s natural beauty, creativity, and community spirit come together.Experience Burlington: Lake Champlain, Church Street, and Vermont’s Most Vibrant City takes readers on a journey through the cultural heart of Vermont. Set along the shores of Lake Champlain and...

Discover Gulf Shores beyond the beach. From sweeping beachfront views and warm Gulf waters to coastal adventures, wildlife encounters, historic forts, scenic parks, and hidden gems, Experience Gulf Shores explores the many sides of Alabama’s beloved coast. Wander through Gulf State Park...

Discover Delaware beyond the familiar beaches and highways with a journey through the history, landscapes, communities, and unforgettable destinations that make America’s First State worth exploring.From colonial streets and historic landmarks to Atlantic beaches, scenic parks, elegant estates...

Experience Northern New Mexico: Mountain Villages, Ancient Cultures, and Scenic High Country AdventuresDiscover a side of New Mexico that many travelers never fully experience.Beyond the galleries of Santa Fe and the famous sights of Taos lies a region of historic mountain villages, ancient...

The Blue Ridge Mountains are a destination where winding roads lead to breathtaking views, forest trails reveal hidden waterfalls, and charming mountain towns preserve the enduring character of Appalachia. Blue Ridge Uncovered invites you to experience this remarkable region through scenic...

Discover Savannah, Georgia, a city where historic streets, graceful architecture, Southern hospitality, and coastal beauty come together to create an unforgettable destination. Experience Savannah takes you beyond the famous landmarks to explore the city’s historic squares, elegant homes...

The Last Flight is the heroic story of Gil Connor, an Army helicopter pilot as he struggles with the finality of a terminal illness. Haunted by the horrors of war and a turbulent past, Connor is torn between ending his embattled life and saving the survivors of a remote Alaska plane crash. Amid the turmoil of an approaching storm and almost certain failure, his underlying intentions are unknown, even to himself, until the very end.

Experience an Alabama that reaches far beyond its most familiar attractions. From the beautiful Gulf Coast beaches of Gulf Shores and Orange Beach to the quiet landscapes of Dauphin Island, historic Mobile, charming Fairhope, vibrant cities, scenic back roads, small-town communities, and natural...

Discover Lewes, Delaware, where historic streets, coastal landscapes, waterfront views, and small-town charm create an unforgettable seaside escape. Experience Lewes takes you beyond the familiar beach vacation to explore the town’s colonial heritage, historic district, museums, local shops...

Discover Alabama, a state where Southern history, natural beauty, and unforgettable destinations come together. From its Indigenous roots and early settlements through the Civil War, Reconstruction, the Civil Rights Movement, and the modern era, Alabama’s past has shaped the communities and...

A dramatic reading of stories and quotations from Brandon Stanton’s photography book Dear New York, the inspiration for the groundbreaking Grand Central Station installation. While the book pairs photographs with firsthand accounts from their subjects, this audio companion features different...

Florida is more than theme parks, famous beaches, and busy tourist attractions. Beyond the familiar postcard image lies a Sunshine State filled with quiet coastlines, hidden towns, crystal-clear springs, wild wetlands, scenic backroads, wildlife refuges, barrier islands, and unforgettable...

A searing memoir about one woman’s road to hope following the death of her troubled brother, told through the series of cars that accompanied her on her journey Growing up in a blue-collar family in the Midwest, Melissa Stephenson longed for escape. Her wanderlust was an innate reaction to the...

Tampa Bay joins Miami in representing the (alleged) Sunshine State in the Noir Series arena.

Drawing on rarely examined diaries and journals, Down the Great Unknown is the first book to tell the full, dramatic story of the Powell expedition. On May 24, 1869 a one-armed Civil War veteran, John Wesley Powell and a ragtag band of nine mountain men embarked on the last great quest in the...