Of a Woman: the journey to becoming
In every person’s life, there occurs an event so life-changing that it questions who they thought they were, molds who they become, and directs their future.
Follow food, wine, and travel writer Shannon DalPozzal on her path to learning about faith, forgiveness, and happiness. Her transformative journey takes you through the tragedy of a brain tumor diagnosis to the remarkable discovery of the woman she was meant to be.
Be inspired by Shannon’s raw and poignant first-person account and learn to let go of your past and step into the future you are meant to have.
Banana Pudding and other Sticky Situations
Join women from different backgrounds as they come together to share their own experiences of disappointment, discomfort, and determination, first-hand and in heartwarming detail. This Women’s Anthology became a Number 1 Beststeller in its first week.
Civil War Sites in the South (Insiders Guide Series)
U.S. War history buffs will love this unique travel guide to the South’s most famous and infamous battle sites, including historical background, directions to hard-to-find locations, and tips on where to stay, eat, and shop. Updated version by Shannon DalPozzal under pen name, Shannon Hurst Lane.
The Definitive Guide to Travel Writing
The Definitive Guide to Travel Writing is a practical, no-nonsense approach to the business of travel writing. This how-to book, is a must have for anyone considering becoming a travel writer. This book includes areas to take notes while on assignment, as well as how to land those assignments. This guide will reveal to aspiring travel writers all they need to know to become successful in the beginning stages of their career. Get your passport ready! Written by Shannon DalPozzal under pen name, Shannon Hurst Lane.
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Shannon’s Guide to MIDCOAST MAINE
Shannon’s Guide to Midcoast Maine is a love letter to the rocky shores, quiet harbors, and storybook towns that define this stretch of New England. Written from the perspective of a Gulf Coast transplant turned coastal Mainer, this guide leads you through charming villages, local-favorite eateries, scenic hikes, and salty little surprises tucked along Route 1 and beyond. Whether you’re kayaking at sunrise, treasure hunting in an antique barn, or chasing the perfect lobster roll, this curated collection of experiences offers the inside scoop with a dose of wit, warmth, and wanderlust. Come for the coastline—stay for the soul.
Shannon’s Guide to NEW ORLEANS
Shannon’s Guide to New Orleans is your backstage pass to the Crescent City’s most soulful sights, bites, and backstreets. Skip the clichés and dive into the real New Orleans—the one where neighborhood joints outshine tourist traps, second lines surprise you on a Tuesday, and every street corner hums with history. This guide blends deep local knowledge with a traveler’s curiosity, highlighting where to eat, wander, linger, and let loose. From the Bywater to the bayous, it’s part culinary pilgrimage, part cultural deep dive, all seasoned with that unmistakable New Orleans magic.
Shannon’s Guide to BATON ROUGE
Shannon’s Guide to Baton Rouge dives into the gritty charm and unexpected flavor of Louisiana’s capital city. This isn’t your typical guide to government buildings and college football—though you’ll find those, too. Instead, it’s a curated journey through hidden gems, soulful eats, riverside strolls, and neighborhoods with stories to tell. From old-school po’boys to modern art spaces, Baton Rouge blends tradition and reinvention in every corner. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a returning explorer, this guide helps you experience the city like a curious local—one bite, beat, and backroad at a time.
Shannon’s Guide to ST. FRANCISVILLE
Shannon’s Guide to St. Francisville, LA is a slow-sippin’, story-soaked stroll through one of Louisiana’s most charming small towns. Nestled along the bluffs of the Mississippi River, St. Francisville blends mossy oaks and antebellum history with quirky shops, cozy cafés, and winding backroads that beg for a Sunday drive. This guide captures the town’s timeless elegance and local color—with tips on where to stay, what to eat, and how to embrace the Southern art of lingering a little longer. Whether you’re drawn by ghost stories, garden strolls, or just need a good place to exhale, this is your invitation to savor the soulful pace of St. Francisville.
The Louisiana Rum Trail
The Louisiana Rum Trail is your spirited guide to the sugarcane-soaked soul of the Bayou State. From historic distilleries tucked along moss-draped backroads to bold new makers redefining Southern sipping culture, this travel companion blends tasting notes with travel tips, insider interviews, and a dash of Louisiana lore. Whether you’re a rum enthusiast or just curious where to find the best barrel-aged cocktail in The Boot, An Adventurer’s Guide to the Spirit of the Bayou offers a flavorful journey through the heart of Louisiana—one pour at a time.