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Stealing Fatima's Hand    by Carolyn Theriault
Price: $6.99 USD. 118110 words. Published by Vox Humana Books  on May 30, 2010. .

“ …Finally a grand taxi stopped and offered to take us to the train station for the unbelievably low fare of twenty dirham, so unbelievably low, that I was not a little disappointed when the driver didn’t rob us, slit our throats, and dump our bodies into the Strait of Gibraltar… “ Stealing Fatima’s Hand is a collection of narratives presenting an alternative view of Morocco.
China Silk Road Adventures    by Brian Lawrenson
Price: $2.99 USD. 9840 words. Published on June 6, 2010. .

Travelling by train across the Silk Road from Beijing to Kashgar is an established tourist route. It offers adventure, history and an opportunity to meet some of the cultures that you’ll find along the Silk Road. This is the story of a couples quest to meet these people, of experiencing their culture and their foods. The journey ends as they connect up with the Karakorum Highway into Pakistan.
Machu Picchu and the Incas    by Brian Lawrenson
Price: $2.99 USD. 12070 words. Published on August 5, 2010. .

This is the story of a couples search to explore and understand the culture of the Incas and the meaning behind the legendary lost city of the Incas, Machu Picchu. They meet the people behind the legends and visit Lake Titicaca the legendary birthplace of the Incas. Illustrated with color photographs.
Cruising Cape Horn and Patagonia    by Brian Lawrenson
Price: $2.99 USD. 12030 words. Published on August 20, 2010. .

Cape Horn has long been a place of adventure, history and fear. Almost every ocean sailor has had a dream of sailing round Cape Horn. It is the ultimate sailing challenge. Join this couple as they take a cruise round Cape Horn on the 70,000 ton cruise ship Splendour of the Seas. Afterwards they returned to spend ten days exploring Patagnia.
Brazil Beaches and Waterfalls    by Brian Lawrenson
Price: $2.99 USD. 11160 words. Published on September 1, 2010. .

Brazil is one of the most interesting and diverse countries on earth. It is a great tourist destination. This is the story of a couples two weeks vacation in Brazil and the story of the places that they visited and the people that they met. Not everything was as straightforward as expected but overall the holiday was an exciting adventure.
Wanderings, Reflections of a Wilderness Nomad    by David Gafney
Price: $9.95 USD. 63770 words. Published on September 9, 2010. .

It was as if God had called and asked if I would like to try out heaven for a few months. But it wasn't really God; it was the chief naturalist at Zion National Park on the phone offering me a seasonal position. That call led to 15 years of blissful wanderings around the U. S., living and working in federal wilderness areas and in such diverse national parks as Yellowstone and the Smokey Mountains
What the Hell Are We Doing Here! [Across the Sahara to West and Central Africa by Land Rover]    by Murray Gough
Price: $9.99 USD. 21750 words. Published on November 1, 2010. .

Three friends confronting middle-age set out to explore the world and the great sweep of people who inhabit it. 4WD across the Sahara to Africa - sights & adventures from one of the world’s most colourful overland routes. For travellers, 4WD enthusiasts, and armchair adventurers. For iPad & similar - 180 colour photos, links to videos. Greyscale version also available "Across the Sahara..."
How Josh Met Mister Grumpy    by James Antonio
Price: $1.25 USD. 9530 words. Published on November 30, 2010. .

This is the story of a boy, Josh, who accidentally comes upon the most amazing thing he's ever seen--something that he will never forget. What an adventure!
Passage to Alaska    by Elsan Zimmerly
Price: Free! 10080 words. Published on March 5, 2011. .

Sam embarks on a journey to Alaska fulfilling a life-long dream. After devoting all his energy to a career that now has no use for him he begins this journey believing he can escape from all he deplores. Yet a powerful force awaits him. One that is captivating and even bewitching. Alaska is more than a place it is a spirit. Will Sam allow Alaska’s spirit to re-kindle his own spirit?
Why are you doing this?    by Paul van Deursen
Price: $3.99 USD. 39500 words. Published on March 24, 2011. .

This travelogue describes a cycling journey from Calgary, Alberta to Panama and back to Calgary, about 13000 kms. The trip,took 8 months and last but not least was taken by a more than middle aged man, completely unsupported and using only used equipment. Hopefully it may catapult someone to do something unorthodox,experience the odd adventure and discover how other people live.