Writing for Immortality
Writing for Immortality
Barbara Basbanes Richter
Out in the World: An LGBTQIA+ Travel Guide
39 minutes Posted Oct 3, 2024 at 10:00 am.
Introducing 'Out in the World': A Travel Guide for the LGBTQ+ Community
The Importance of a Strong Book Proposal
Creating an Inclusive Travel Experience for Everyone
Travel as a Path to Healing and Personal Growth
120 Unique Destinations: Personal and Diverse Recommendations
A Global Perspective and Budget Options
Iceland: A Standout Destination
Smooth Collaboration and Open to Feedback
Future Books and Writing Plans
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Travel books help us imagine ourselves in new places, but until recently, most books didn't offer specific travel guidance for LGBTQIA+ travelers beyond what felt like the compulsory section on nightlife and local safety concerns. And regardless of sexuality, not everyone wants to go to a rave at 2am--some travelers would much rather go antiquing. With 120 destinations, OUT IN THE WORLD
https://tinyurl.com/3znkampe is an impressive assemblage of places to go and things to do for everyone from birdwatchers to bibliophiles. (Attention book lovers: the authors managed to find what feels like every remaining local bookstore on their destination list and include them here, for which alone this is a fantastic resource.)
Authors Amy B. Scher https://amybscher.com/and Mark Jason Williams https://www.markjasonwilliams.com/
draw on their deep love of travel (Sher's first book was a memoir dedicated to the transformative and healing power of travel, and Williams is a travel writer for the New York Times, Out Magazine, and others) and a desire to help others discover inclusive destinations.
This conversation covers travel, how OUT IN THE WORLD came together, the importance of a fantastic book proposal, and what to expect when co-authoring a project. Listen and start planning your next travel adventure!
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