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Start early. Stay late.

The edges of the day tend to hold the best experiences.

Author, E.M. Rhodes

Tecumseh, Nebraska

Eugene Manlove Rhodes was born in a double log, "dugtrot" cabin in Tecumseh on January…

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Bess Streeter Aldrich (1881-1954)

Elmwood, Nebraska

Bess Streeter Aldrich was one of Nebraska's most widely read and enjoyed authors. Her writing…

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Let it unfold.

Not everything needs to be scheduled to be meaningful.

Cowtown History

Ellsworth, Kansas

"Every other business a Saloon!"During the years 1867 to 1871, the frontier town of Ellsworth…

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A place to slow down.

Not every stop needs to be busy to be worth your time.

Cyrano's Bookstore

Highlands, North Carolina

Main Street. Books for the mind, heart, and soul. Our shop is intentionally small, but…

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Take the detour.

The extra miles are often where the story begins.

Down East Books

Rockport, Maine

Down East Books, Maine's largest book publisher, publishes nonfiction and fiction books for adults and…

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Pause when it feels right.

Some stops aren't on the map, but they're worth taking.

Historical Essays

St. Marys, Kansas

Historical Essays written by local historian, Dorothy Hoobler, are reprinted from the St. Marys Star.…

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Mari Sandoz 1896-1966

Gordon, Nebraska

The fears, the passions, and the distinctive speech of the Western Nebraska homesteader come alive…

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Worth the stop.

Some places don't need much time, just the right moment.

McCune Rare Book and Art Collection

Vallejo, California

The McCune Rare Book Collection highlights the printing arts from 15th-20th centuries. It starts with…

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New Holy City History Book Available

Lawton, Oklahoma

Oklahoma City author, Jacqulein Vaughn Lowry has authored a new pictorial history book about the…

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A place to slow down.

Not every stop needs to be busy to be worth your time.

Page After Page Bookstore

Elizabeth City, North Carolina

Wide range of book titles in fiction, non-fiction and children's

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Quayle Rare Bible Collection

Baldwin City, Kansas

The Quayle Bible Collection includes over 700 volumes and manuscripts dating from hand-lettered and ornately-decorated…

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Somewhere between here and nowhere.

The spaces in between are often the most memorable.

The Conway Springs Madstone

Conway Springs, Kansas

It is recalled that Dr. William Monnet had a madstone and people of that time…

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Worth the stop.

Some places don't need much time, just the right moment.

Thrifty Joe's Books & Music

Glendale, Arizona

Features more than 60,000 books, a large collection of vinyl records of all genres, and…

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Pause when it feels right.

Some stops aren't on the map, but they're worth taking.

Walk the Trail of Louis L'Amour

Jamestown, North Dakota

Self-guided walking tour to see where Louis L'Amour began his journey into the world of…

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The road is the experience.

Getting there is often the point, not just the outcome.

Wilson Auditorium at Monmouth University

Long Branch, New Jersey

Showcases award winning national and international authors and poets for readings, workshops and discussions.

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Zane Grey Country

Payson, Arizona

Under the Tonto Rim, Code of the West, To the Last Man, are all western…

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Upcoming & Annual Events

Keep it easy.

The best days usually come without pressure or overplanning.

Alabama Book Festival

Montgomery, Alabama

The Alabama Center for the Book will enrich the lives of elementary, middle and high…

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Go a little further.

The next turn is often where things start to get interesting.

Annual Collingswood Book Festival

Collingswood, New Jersey

The largest event of its kind in the region, a week of literary activities will…

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Go a little further.

The next turn is often where things start to get interesting.

Annual Crystal Coast Book Festival at the Webb Memorial Library

Morehead City, North Carolina

Over 30 well known authors in all genres in free public programs, autograph sessions or…

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Annual Friends of the Library Used Book Sale

Greenville, Ohio

The annual Used Book Sale of the Friends of the Greenville Public Library is coming.…

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Let the road decide.

Plans are useful, but flexibility is where the real discoveries happen.

Annual Gathering of Kansas Authors

Wilson, Kansas

Outstanding Kansas authors from across the state will join together for the Annual Gathering of…

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Make time for quiet places.

Not every destination needs noise to be meaningful.

Annual James Marshall Memorial Poetry Slam

Hamden, Connecticut

Poets from New York City and Greater Hamden area perform.

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Make time for quiet places.

Not every destination needs noise to be meaningful.

Annual Used Book Sale to Benefit Richmond Free Library

Richmond, Vermont

The book selection is huge and well organized. The prices are very reasonable.All proceeds directly…

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Somewhere between here and nowhere.

The spaces in between are often the most memorable.

Austin International Poetry Festival

Austin, Texas

From academic poets in Anchorage to folk poets in Zambia, AIPF draws poets from every…

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Keep moving.

Even slow progress opens up new places and perspectives.

Author Signing Book: The White Lie by Philip Shirley

Homewood, Alabama

Little Professor Book Store in Homewood will host award-winning author Philip Shirley signing his new…

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Take the detour.

The extra miles are often where the story begins.

Authors, Kevin and Patricia Kimle, present "Missives of the Civil War"

Lewis, Iowa

Sunday, July 10, 2022, The program, "Missives of the Civil War", will be provided by…

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Follow what feels interesting.

Curiosity is usually a better guide than a strict plan.

Book Fair and Child

Perry, Iowa

Favorite books and authors.

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Book Signing with Carla Maria Verdino-Süllwold

Freeport, Maine

Award-winning author, Carla Maria Sullwold of Brunswick, will be at Sherman's Books in Freeport, ME,…

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Book-signing Event at Museum

Sedona, Arizona

The Sedona Heritage Museum will host a book-signing for author Patrick Naville on Saturday, December…

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Let the road decide.

Plans are useful, but flexibility is where the real discoveries happen.

Bookfest

Toms River, New Jersey

BookFest, a New Jersey festival of reading, will celebrate the joys of cooking and reading…

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Simple trips are often the best.

You don't need much for a place to leave an impression.

Children's Literature Festival

Warrensburg

This annual event is fun-filled for all ages. The festival showcases various writers and artists…

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Simple trips are often the best.

You don't need much for a place to leave an impression.

David Connon, presents "Iowa Confederates in the Civil War"

Lewis, Iowa

Sunday, June 26, 2022, join us for a special presentation by David Connon, author of…

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Keep it easy.

The best days usually come without pressure or overplanning.

Dramatic Voice in Poetry

Ouray, Colorado

Getting beyond technique — take your poetry to a new level.

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Take the long way.

The best parts of the trip are usually the ones you didn't plan.

Fairlee Library Book Sale

Fairlee, Vermont

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Stop when something catches your eye.

Those moments tend to matter more than the planned ones.

First Annual Book and Author Luncheon

New Braunfels, Texas

Come dine and meet local and Texas authors while benefiting projects for our library's children's…

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Leave room for the unexpected.

The best parts of a trip rarely show up on an itinerary.

Laurie Alberts Book Reading

Bellows Falls, Vermont

A reading of Between Revolutions, An American Romance with Russia and a discussion of writing.…

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Stop when something catches your eye.

Those moments tend to matter more than the planned ones.

Maine Authors Series & Literary Festival

Camden, Maine

This second annual fesitval, entitled "Mayhem, Money & Mirth," provides a rich mix of presentations,…

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Pause when it feels right.

Some stops aren't on the map, but they're worth taking.

Meet the author of Life and Times on Pleasant Pond

Island Falls, Maine

The author, Sandra S Newman, will be in Northern Maine signing her newly released book…

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Not every place needs a reason.

Sometimes it's enough just to be there.

Meet the Authors

Luling, Texas

Texas authors on hand to discuss & autograph their books. Sponsored by the Friends of…

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The road is the experience.

Getting there is often the point, not just the outcome.

Ohioana Day

Columbus, Ohio

The Annual Meeting will be followed by the Ohioana Awards Presentation Luncheon.  The Ohioana Awards…

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Not every place needs a reason.

Sometimes it's enough just to be there.

Palettes with a Story

South Burlington, Vermont

Sponsored by South Burlington Community Library

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Start early. Stay late.

The edges of the day tend to hold the best experiences.

Poetry Reading

Bellows Falls, Vermont

Second Saturday of each month, read or listen to poetry.

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Take less, experience more.

What you carry matters less than what you notice.

Richard Russo Book Reading & Signing

Waterville, Maine

The Waterville Public Library presents Pulitzer Prize-winning author, Richard Russo. Mr. Russo will read from…

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Somewhere between here and nowhere.

The spaces in between are often the most memorable.

Rocky Bridge Day

Mansfield, Missouri

Celebrate at the home of Laura Ingalls Wilder with authors signing autographs, musical entertainment, afternoon…

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Start early. Stay late.

The edges of the day tend to hold the best experiences.

Scissortail Creative Writing Festival

Ada, Oklahoma

Fifty poets and authors from Oklahoma and beyond will read from their original work on…

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Follow what feels interesting.

Curiosity is usually a better guide than a strict plan.

Six Bridges Book Festival

Little Rock, Arkansas

The Six Bridges Book Festival is a celebration of literacy, language, and the written word.…

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Worth the stop.

Some places don't need much time, just the right moment.

Stowe Free Library Giant Book Sale

Stowe, Vermont

Major annual book sale.Many books are in like-new condition.Your one stop shop for summer reading.

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Leave room for the unexpected.

The best parts of a trip rarely show up on an itinerary.

Sunken Garden Poetry Festival

Farmington, Connecticut

The Sunken Garden Poetry Festival will take place on Hill-Stead's expansive and picturesque West Lawn…

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A place to slow down.

Not every stop needs to be busy to be worth your time.

The Chisholm Trail Book Festival

Duncan, Oklahoma

The Chisholm Trail Book Festival is certainly one of the largest book signings in the…

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Simple trips are often the best.

You don't need much for a place to leave an impression.

The Very Big Book Sale

Bridgeport, Connecticut

Friends of the Bridgeport Public Library fill every nook and cranny of the art center…

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Take less, experience more.

What you carry matters less than what you notice.

THIS IS WHERE I LEAVE YOU Book Signing

Santa Monica, California

Join us for a book signing from the upcoming film THIS IS WHERE I LEAVE…

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