BIG NEWS: I’m Writing A Travel Book About Washington, D.C.

I’m thrilled to announce that I’m writing a travel book, 100 Things to Do in D.C. Before You Die, to be published Spring 2015 by Reedy Press.

HAPPY DANCE!!!

100 Things to Do Before You Die is a book series created and published by Reedy Press. They approached me, thanks to a recommendation by my good friend, Holly, to write a book about Washington, D.C. for the series.

It didn’t take me long to agree to the project. 🙂

I’m not just writing the book. Technically, I’m co-publishing it. What does that mean? It means I’m working in partnership with Reedy Press to see this book into the world.  It means that this is not a traditional publishing deal — and that’s ok. In this crazy, constantly-changing publishing world, there is more than one path to author-hood. This is mine.

So, what’s next on my path from writer to author? I’ll be spending the next three months researching and writing the book. I’d love your help, at least with the researching part. I really want this book to be more than just a list of the typical tourist attractions. I’d like it to be a helpful resource for families discovering the city and I’d like to share the experiences that make D.C. special.

I created a survey to discover and select my 100 things to do in D.C. I would be so grateful if you would take a few minutes to complete the survey. As an incentive, I’m giving away a $25 Amazon gift card (out of my own pocket). I will randomly select and announce a winner on July 15, 2014. I hope you win! You’ll find the survey here.

What are your top things to do in Washington, D.C.? Please share them in the comments below.