Scenic hikes and scrumptious dining are combined in this great guide to Arizona's best vistas and food!No matter where you are in Arizona, you’re only minutes from an amazing hiking trail—and there’s probably a locally owned eatery nearby if you know where to look. Roger Naylor, “the dean of Arizona travel writers,” knows where to look. Naylor combines two great passions—hiking and hamburgers—to create the ultimate culinary adventure for the Grand Canyon State.

Arizona’s national parks and monuments range from places of staggering natural beauty to ancient historic sites. They are spread throughout the state, featuring deserts, mountains, sparkling lakes and rivers, canyons, a forest of fossilized trees, and dazzling cliffs and rock formations. The historic parks reveal Arizona’s past, dating back to the Ancestral Puebloan villages and their rock art. There are Spanish missions, old west forts, Mormon forts, stagecoach routes, and a still-operati...

Which state has the most national monuments? Where in America can you find one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World? Where is the largest contiguous forest of ponderosa pine? In Awesome Arizona, Roger Naylor, “the Dean of Arizona Travel Writers,” has amassed 200 amazing facts and fascinating commentary about his beloved state. This is the fast-paced, funny encyclopedia that lovers of Arizona have been craving.Awesome Arizona captures the essence of the sixth-...

Home to one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, Arizona is a beacon for outdoor enthusiasts—the desert landscape is brimming with opportunities for exploration and adventure. In this guide we join travel writer Roger Naylor as he takes us through the state parks of this amazing region. The parks featured throughout this book offer some of the best hiking, camping, fishing, boating, stargazing, and wildlife watching in the state. It’s no surprise to Arizona residents that these state...

Tired of the same old tourist traps?Whether you’re a visitor or a local looking for something different, Arizona Off the Beaten Path shows you the Grand Canyon State you never knew existed.Take a scenic drive on Schultz Pass Road for views of the San Francisco Peaks and ponderosa pine forestsEnjoy a spooky overnight stay at the Ghost City Inn Bed-and-BreakfastFeed a roadrunner out of the palm of your hand at Sabino Canyon

Arizona’s Scenic Roads and Hikes directs visitors toward the very best the state has to offer. Travel from sun-kissed deserts to the summits of snow-capped mountains, from the cosmic abyss of the Grand Canyon to the red rocks of Sedona and the soaring monoliths of Monument Valley. Visit ancient Native American villages, chase Old West legends, and get your kicks on Route 66.In this captivating new guide Roger Naylor features all twenty-seven of Arizona’s state-designated s...

Tired of the same old tourist traps?Whether you’re a visitor or a local looking for something different, Arizona Off the Beaten Path shows you the Grand Canyon State you never knew existed.Take a scenic drive on Schultz Pass Road for views of the San Francisco Peaks and ponderosa pine forestsEnjoy a spooky overnight stay at the Ghost City Inn Bed-and-BreakfastFeed a roadrunner out of the palm of your hand at Sabino CanyonSo if you’ve...

Which state has the most national monuments? Where in America can you find one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World? Where is the largest contiguous forest of ponderosa pine? In Awesome Arizona, Roger Naylor, "the Dean of Arizona Travel Writers," has amassed 200 amazing facts and fascinating commentary about his beloved state. This is the fast-paced, funny encyclopedia that lovers of Arizona have been craving.Awesome Arizona captures the essence of the sixth-...

Lt. Lee Marks, a Fifth Air Force P-38 pilot, tastes the blend of excitement and fear as he enters the air war over 1944 New Guinea. In a campaign where the weather claims as many pilots as the Japanese, Marks must quickly learn the idiosyncrasies of both if he is to survive.A rapid succession of air victories confirms his preparation for combat. But nothing in his training has prepared him for duty under Major Mo Brennan. A triple ace, Brennan manipulates his men and the system as ...

When California entrepreneur Hudson Bryant answers the phone, his old friend Gibby Gunderson shouts, Hud, after all the other stuff they done to us, they killed our dog, Herman. The plea for help prompts Hud to fly to the aid of his old fishing buddy, who lives in retirement on the shores of Black Rock Bay near the Minnesota-Canada border. Hud anticipates a quick fix for his friends problems. Instead, he finds himself on the first line of battle in a heated territorial conflict right out o...

Middle-aged and unemployed Buck Barnum, once a feisty sports writer, lands a job in public relations with a Los Angeles shipyard. The company is about to launch a controversial high-tech ship. But Buck runs up against those who will do what-ever it takes to stop the project. Cast in the role of point man, he charges ahead, but with each step he sinks deeper into the confusing quagmire. He must stretch his ingenuity to new lengths if he is to save the project, his family, and himself.

Test your California knowledge with this trivia book covering the state's rich history, geography, sports, culture, notable figures, and more!Home of Hollywood, Redwood National Park, and the 1849 Gold Rush, California is a fascinating state, and California Trivia is full of facts to prove it. This book is the ultimate resource on the who, what, when, where, why, and how of the Golden State. Filled with interesting questions and fascinating facts, Cali...