Description:
A travel book for the strange and strange at heart with shadows of whimsy and wellness, this volume outlines a cryptid road trip quest of epic proportions to bring adventure and nature back into daily life. This journey through the United States and into Canada celebrates creepies and crawlies, howlers and horrifiers, mysteries in many forms to propel yourself away from the drudgeries of daily work life. Featuring stops at cryptid-related festivals from the Badlands to Bourbon Country and beyond, it reveals a land teeming with legendary creatures of local lore. There are hikes, museums, statues with famous butts, conventions, and enough fun runs honoring elusive critters to rack up all the Monster Miles you could ever want to run (or walk, or crawl).
Brief description: Erin McGuire-Thompson is a communications manager in land conservation, with a background in theatre administration and animation, and an author/illustrator of books for the young and the young at heart. Drawing from her professional background in theatre and land conservation, she brings a holistic perspective to her creative pursuits, embodying a passion for storytelling, environmental stewardship, and everyday adventures.