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Many Texas travel guides are all hat and no cattle, put together by temporary or transplanted Texans who aren’t well familiar with the state in its entirety, much less the experiences and marvels that express bona fide Lone Star spirit. Award-winning author E. R. Bills’ 100 Things to Do in Texas Before You Die is a definitive, quick-reference travel guide put together by a native-born, lifelong Texan who has traveled the state all his life and spent the last several years writing about its distinct treasures, attractions and history. From the Big Bend to the Big Thicket, the Panhandle to the Padre Island National Seashore and all points in between, join Bills in this Lone Star bucket list that emphasizes authentic Texas in in all of its amazing diversity, stark beauty and unparalleled presence in the lower forty-eight.
About the Author:
Born in Fort Worth and raised in Aledo, E. R. Bills is an award-winning author, journalist and travel writer. His Lone Star titles include Texas Obscurities: Stories of the Peculiar, Exceptional & Nefarious (The History Press, 2013) and Texas Far and Wide: The Tornado with Eyes, Gettysburg's Last Casualty, the Celestial Skipping Stone and Other Tales (The History Press, 2017). He currently resides in North Texas and contributes to several publications around the state, including Texas Highways, Texas Co-Op Power Magazine and Fort Worth Weekly.
Where in Nashville can you . . .
See a bear cave in a front yard?
Swim in a guitar-shaped pool?
Explore an ancient grotto?
Open the mysterious door to nowhere?
Get your fortune told by Willie Nelson?
See where “Pretty Woman” was written?
Play the piano staircase?
From prehistoric sabretooth fangs, across remnants of Civil War battlefields hidden in plain sight, around the hillside tombs of past presidents, past street corners where chart-toppers have had inspiration for #1s, to the cold stone heart of Music Row, Nashville is full of rich history . . . but it also has its share of hidden secrets that keep even the locals guessing.
Secret Nashville is an enigmatic tour through the eclectic locations and one-of-a-kind objects scattered across the city and beyond. For the casual visitor to Music City, it offers a much deeper dive into the sightseeing waters . . . and for the natives, it is the perfect complement to remember the legacies and legends of the area. From the mysteries of the broad skyline silhouette down to the fine white strands of Andrew Jacksons hair, this book explores Nashville in a brand new light, with over 90 unique and compelling obscurities casting the honky tonk neon into the shadows to find the forgotten and unknown lore behind Tennessee’s iconic capital city.
About the Author:
Mason Douglas is a pop-culture junkie and Nashville historian, publishing his first book, Now You Know Nashville, in 2013. He is also a hit songwriter, musician, producer, and actor in his spare time.
Events & Updates
Book Launch
Join Valerie Battle Kienzle, author of What's With St. Louis, Second Edition, for her book launch at STL Stylehouse (3159 Cherokee St., St. Louis, MO 63118) from 1-3 p.m. St. Louis-themed food and drink will be served!
— October 20, 2018
Book Signing
Join Kathy Witt, author of Secret Cincinnati, for a book signing at Books By the Banks (Duke Energy Convention Center, 525 Elm St., Cincinnati, OH 45202) starting at 10 a.m.
— October 20, 2018
Book Signing
Join Alexi Ruth Engesath, author of 100 Things to Do in Chattanooga Before You Die, Second Edition, for a book signing at McKay's Bookstore (7734 Lee Hwy., Chattanooga, TN 37421) from 1-5 p.m.
— October 20, 2018
Presentation
Join Jim Hinckley, author of 100 Things to Do on Route 66 Before You Die, for a presentation and book signing at Ozark Regional Library - Recklein Memorial Branch (305 N Smith St., Cuba, MO 65453) from noon to 1:30 p.m.
— October 20, 2018
Presentation
Join Jim Hinckley, author of 100 Things to Do on Route 66 Before You Die, for a presentation and book signing at Blackburn College (700 College Ave., Carlinville, IL 62626) from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
— October 20, 2018
Book Signing
Join Tui Snider, author of 100 Things to Do in Dallas-Fort Worth Before You Die, Second Edition, for a book signing at Chandor Gardens (711 W Lee Ave., Weatherford, TX 76086) at 1 p.m.
— October 21, 2018
Book Signing
Join Tui Snider, author of 100 Things to Do in Dallas-Fort Worth Before You Die, Second Edition, for a book signing at Chandor Gardens (711 W Lee Ave., Weatherford, TX 76086) starting at 1 p.m. Admission is $1.00 per person.
— October 21, 2018
Book Signing
Join Kristen Hare, author of 100 Things to Do in Tampa Bay Before You Die, Second Edition, for a book signing at the Oxford Exchange (420 W Kennedy, Tampa, FL 33606) from 12-2 p.m.
— October 21, 2018
Author Event
Join Beth D'Addono, author of 100 Things to Do in New Orleans Before You Die, Second Edition, for a presentation and book signing at Southern Food and Beverage Museum (1504 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., New Orleans, LA 70113) at 3:30 p.m.
— October 22, 2018
Presentation
Join Mary Dixon Lebeau, author of Secret Philadelphia, for a presentation at Cherry Hill Public Library (1100 Kings Hwy North, Cherry Hill, NJ 08034) at 7 p.m.
— October 24, 2018
Book Signing
Join Kathy Witt, author of Secret Cincinnati: A Guide to the Weird, Wonderful, and Obscure, for a book signing at Frisch's Mainliner Restaurant (5760 Wooster Pike, Cincinnati, OH 45227) at 4 p.m.
— October 24, 2018
Presentation
Join Anietra Hamper, author of Secret Columbus, for a presentation and book signing at The Upper Arlington Public Library (2800 Tremont Rd., Upper Arlington, OH 43221) at 7 p.m.
— October 24, 2018
Presentation
Join Mary Dixon Lebeau, author of Secret Philadelphia, for a presentation at Cherry Hill Public Library (1100 Kings Highway N, Cherry Hill, NJ 08034) at 7 p.m.
— October 24, 2018
Presentation
Join Carol Ferring Shepley, author of St. Louis: An Illustrated Timeline, Second Edition, for a book signing at Missouri Athletic Club (405 Washington Ave., St. Louis, MO 63102) from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
— October 25, 2018
Presentation
Join Kristen Hare, author of 100 Things to Do in Tampa Bay Before You Die, Second Edition, for a presentation and book signing at Bruton Memorial Library (302 McLendon St., Plant City, FL 33563) from 7-8 p.m.
— October 25, 2018
Book Signing
Join Alison Carpenter Davis, author of Letters Home from Stanford, for a book signing at Stanford Bookstore (519 Lasuen Mall, Stanford, CA 94305) from 3-5 p.m.
— October 25, 2018
Author Event
Join Tui Snider, author of 100 Things to Do in Dallas-Fort Worth Before You Die, Second Edition, for the Oakwood Saints and Sinners Tour at Oakwood Cemetery (701 Grand Ave., Fort Worth, TX 76164) starting at 7 p.m. More information can be found here: https://www.facebook.com/Oakwood-Cemeterys-Saints-and-Sinners-Tour-346554562163288/ and on Tui's blog post: http://tuisnider.com/2015/11/03/10th-annual-saints-sinners-tour-in-fort-worth-texas/
— October 26, 2018
Author Event
Join Tui Snider, author of 100 Things to Do in Dallas-Fort Worth Before You Die, Second Edition, for an event at Oakwood Cemetery (701 Grand Ave., Fort Worth, TX 76164) starting at 7 p.m. This is amazing annual event has costumed reenactors from the North Fort Worth Historical Society who give tours through this beautiful garden cemetery. Check the Facebook page for more information: https://www.facebook.com/Oakwood-Cemeterys-Saints-and-Sinners-Tour-346554562163288/ Here's a blog post I wrote about them: http://tuisnider.com/2015/11/03/10th-annual-saints-sinners-tour-in-fort-worth-texas/
— October 26, 2018
Book Signing
Join Nancy Hamilton, author of 100 Things to Do in Fort Myers and Sanibel Before You Die, for a book signing at Annette's Book Nook (7205 Estero Blvd., Ste. 701, Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931) starting at 10 a.m.
— October 27, 2018
Author Event
Join Irene Levy Baker, author of Unique Eats and Eateries of Philadelphia, for a book talk and food tasting at Reading Terminal Market (51 N 12th St., Philadelphia, PA 19107) from 2-4 p.m. Tickets are required for the event (https://city-kitchen.ticketleap.com/calling-all-foodies/) and include: a signed book, book talk, and tastings.
— October 27, 2018
Author Event
Join E. R. Bills, author of 100 Things to Do in Texas Before You Die, for a signing at the Texas State Capitol Grounds as a part of the Texas Book Festival from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
— October 27, 2018
Author Event
Join Amy S. Eckert, author of 100 Things to Do in Detroit Before You Die, Second Edition and Easy Detroit Outdoors, for a book festival at Leon & Lulu (96 W 14 Mile, Clawson, MI 48017) from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
— October 28, 2018
Presentation
Join Jessica Mlinaric, author of Secret Chicago, for a presentation at Logan Square Library (3030 W Fullerton Ave., Chicago, IL 60647) from 6:30-7:30 p.m.
— October 30, 2018
Presentation
Join Molly Page, author of 100 Things to Do in Chicago Before You Die, for a presentation at Eisenhower Public Library (4613 N Oketo Ave., Harwood Heights, IL 60706) at 7 p.m.
— November 1, 2018
Presentation
Join Molly Page, author of 100 Things to Do in Chicago Before You Die, for a presentation at Eisenhower Public Library (4613 N Oketo Ave., Harwood Heights, IL 60706) starting at 7 p.m.
— November 1, 2018
Book Signing
Join Nancy Hamilton, author of 100 Things to Do in Fort Myers & Sanibel Before You Die, for a book signing at the Nest Home and Garden (2214 First St., Fort Myers, FL 33901) starting at 6 p.m.
— November 2, 2018
Author Event
Join Katie Bianco, author of 100 Things to Do in Washington DC Before You Die, Second Edition, for a book fair at the National Press Club (529 14th St., Washington, DC 20045) from 5:30-8:30 p.m.
— November 2, 2018
Presentation and Book Signing
Join Jim Merkel, author of The Making of an Icon: The Dreamers, The Schemers, and The Hard Hats Who Built The Gateway Arch, 2nd Edition, for a presentation and book signing at Maplewood Public Library (7550 Lohmeyer Ave., Maplewood, MO 63143) at 1 p.m. This event is part of the library's celebration of National Novel Writing Month.
— November 3, 2018
Presentation
Join Tui Snider, author of 100 Things to Do in Dallas-Fort Worth Before You Die, Second Edition, the History, Haunts, & Legends Conference at Jefferson Visitor Center (305 E Austin St., Jefferson, TX 75657). The event lasts from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Tui will speak between 10 a.m. and 11 a.m.!
— November 3, 2018
Presentation
Join Tui Snider, author of 100 Things to Do in Dallas-Fort Worth Before You Die, Second Edition, for a presentation at the History, Haunts, and Legends Conference. The Conference will be held at Jefferson Visitor Center (305 E Austin St., Jefferson, TX 75657) from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
— November 3, 2018
Presentation
Join Jim Merkel, author of The Making of an Icon, Second Edition, for a presentation at Maplewood Public Library (7550 Lohmeyer Ave., Maplewood, MO 63143) starting at 1 p.m.
— November 3, 2018
Presentation
Join Carol Ferring Shepley, author of St. Louis: An Illustrated Timeline, Second Edition, for a cemetery tour at Bellefontaine Cemetery (4947 W Florissant Ave., St. Louis, MO 63115) from 1:30-3:30 p.m.
— November 3, 2018
Presentation
Join Irene Levy Baker, author of Unique Eats and Eateries of Philadelphia, for a book talk aboard the Moshulu on the Delaware River from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. For tickets, email [email protected]
— November 4, 2018
Book Signing
Join Valerie Battle Kienzle, author of What's With St. Louis, Second Edition, for a book signing at Left Bank Books (399 N Euclid Ave., St. Louis, MO 63108) from 7-8 p.m.
— November 6, 2018
Presentation
Join Julie Furst Henning, author of 100 Things to Do in Eugene Before You Die, for a presentation at REI from 7-8 p.m. More info here: https://www.rei.com/event/eugene-bucket-list100-things-to-do-in-eugene-before-you-die/eugene/218488
— November 6, 2018
Book Signing
Join Celia Anderson and Gretchen Hall, authors of 100 Things to Do in Little Rock Before You Die, Second Edition, for a four-day shopping event at Holiday House at the Statehouse Convention Center (101 E Markham St.) starting at 6 p.m.
— November 7, 2018
Presentation
Join Jim Merkel, author of The Making of an Icon, Second Edition, for a presentation at Left Bank Books (399 N Euclid St., St. Louis) at 7 p.m.
— November 7, 2018
Presentation
Join Molly Page, author of 100 Things to Do in Chicago Before You Die, for a presentation at Oak Park Public Library (834 Lake St., Oak Park, IL 60301) from 7-8 p.m. More info here: http://oppl.evanced.info/signup/EventDetails?EventId=38561&df=list&backTo=List&startDate=2018/11/01&endDate=2018/11/15
— November 7, 2018
Author Event
Join Irene Levy Baker, author of Unique Eats and Eateries of Philadelphia, for a presentation and book signing at Park Towne Place (2200 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy., Philadelphia, PA 19130) from 7-8:30 p.m.
— November 7, 2018
Author Event
Join Beth D'Addono, author of 100 Things to Do in New Orleans Before You Die, Second Edition, for a presentation and book signing at Alvar Library (913 Alvar St., New Orleans, LA 70117) starting at 6 p.m.
— November 8, 2018
Author Event
Join What's With Chicago? author Ellen Shubart for a trivia event at the Rock House (1742 Glenview Rd., Glenview, IL) from 7-8 p.m.
— November 8, 2018
Presentation
Join Carol Ferring Shepley, author of St. Louis: An Illustrated Timeline, Second Edition, for a presentation at Missouri Athletic Club (405 Washington Ave., St. Louis, MO 63102) from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
— November 8, 2018
Book Signing
Join E. R. Bills, author of 100 Things to Do in Texas Before You Die, for a book signing at Lee Public Library (312 W Pacific Ave., Fladewater, TX 75647) from 7-9 p.m.
— November 8, 2018
Book Signing
Join Irene Levy Baker, author of Unique Eats and Eateries of Philadelphia, for a book talk and signing at Frieda (320 Walnut St.) from 3-4:30 p.m. One ticket includes a signed book and light bites. For details, email [email protected]
— November 10, 2018
Book Signing
Join Tui Snider, author of 100 Things to Do in Dallas-Fort Worth Before You Die, Second Edition, for a book signing at Granbury's monthly Girls Night Out event at Market on the Square (112 N Houston St., Granbury, TX) starting at 5 p.m.
— November 10, 2018
Author Event
Join Irene Levy Baker, author of Unique Eats and Eateries of Philadelphia, for a presentation and book signing at Frieda (320 Walnut St., Philadelphia, PA 19106) from 3-4:30 p.m. Tickets can be purchased from: [email protected]
— November 10, 2018
Book Signing
Join Irene Levy Baker, author of Unique Eats and Eateries of Philadelphia, for a book signing at Kaiserman JCC (45 Haverford Rd., Wynnewood, PA) from 7-8:30 p.m.
— November 13, 2018
Book Signing
Join Irene Levy Baker, author of Unique Eats and Eateries of Philadelphia, for a book signing at Kaiserman JCC (45 Haverford Rc., Wynnewood, PA) from 7-8:30 p.m.
— November 13, 2018
Author Event
Join Irene Levy Baker, author of Unique Eats and Eateries of Philadelphia, for a presentation and book signing at Philadelphia City Institute Library (1905 Locust St., Philadelphia, PA 19103) from 6:30-8 p.m.
— November 14, 2018
Book Signing
Join Rich Grant and Irene Rawlings, authors of 100 Things to Do in Denver Before You Die, Second Edition, for a book signing at Tattered Cover Bookstore (2526 E. Colfax, Denver, CO 80202) from 7-8 p.m.
— November 14, 2018
Author Event
Join Irene Levy Baker, author of Unique Eats and Eateries of Philadelphia, for a presentation and book signing at Cherry Hill Public Library (1100 Kings Highway North, Cherry Hill, NJ 08034) from 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.
— November 15, 2018
Book Signing
Join Nancy Hamilton, author of 100 Things to Do in Fort Myers and Sanibel Before You Die, for a book signing at Sun Harvest Citrus (14601 Six Mile Cypress Pkwy., Fort Myers, FL 33912) starting at 1 p.m.
— November 16, 2018
Book Signing
Join Kevin Gibson, author of 100 Things to Do in Louisville Before You Die, Second Edition, for a book signing at Speed Art Museum (2035 S 3rd St., Louisville, KY 40208) from 6-8 p.m.
— November 16, 2018
Presentation
Join Jan Jacobi, author of Young Lincoln, for a presentation at Maplewood Library (7550 Lohmeyer Ave., St. Louis, MO 63143) at 1 p.m.
— November 17, 2018
Presentation
Join Jan Jacobi, author of Young Lincoln, for a presentation at Maplewood Library (7550 Lohmeyer Ave., St. Louis, MO 63143) at 1 p.m.
— November 17, 2018
Book Signing
Join Valerie Battle Kienzle, author of What's With St. Louis, Second Edition, for a book signing at Main Street Books (307 S Main St., St. Charles, MO 63301) from 1-3 p.m.
— November 17, 2018
Book Signing
Join Jim Merkel, author of The Making of an Icon, Second Edition, for a book signing at Half Price Books (630 N McKnight Rd., University City, MO 63132) from 1-5 p.m.
— November 17, 2018
Presentation
Join Kristen Hare, author of 100 Things to Do in Tampa Bay Before You Die, Second Edition, for a presentation and book signing at USF St. Pete (140 7th Ave. S, St. Petersburg, FL) from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
— November 17, 2018
Author Event
Join Irene Levy Baker, author of Unique Eats and Eateries of Philadelphia, for a presentation and book signing at William Penn House (1919 Chestnut St., Philadelphia PA 19103) from 8-9:30 p.m.
— November 19, 2018
Presentation
Join Jim Merkel, author of The Making of An Icon, for a presentation for the Affton Historical Society at Oakland House (7801 Genesta, St. Louis, MO 63123) at 1:30PM.
— November 20, 2018
Presentation
Join Jim Merkel, author of The Making of an Icon, Second Edition, for a presentation at Oakland House (7801 Genesta, Affton, MO) starting at 1:30 p.m.
— November 20, 2018
Presentation
Join Kathy Witt, author of Secret Cincinnati: A Guide to the Weird, Wonderful, and Obscure, for a presentation at Behringer-Crawford Museum (1600 Montague Rd., Covington, KY 41011) at 2 p.m.
— November 24, 2018
Book Signing
Join E. R. Bills, author of 100 Things to Do in Texas Before You Die, for a book signing at Galveston Bookshop from 2-5 p.m.
— November 24, 2018
Author Event
Join members of the Spokesman-Review staff, authors of 100 Things to Do in Spokane Before You Die, for an event at The Bing Theater (901 W Sprague Ave., Spokane, WA 99201) from 7-9 p.m.
— November 27, 2018
Presentation
Join Kathy Witt, author of Secret Cincinnati, for a presentation at Baker Hunt Art & Cultural Center (620 Greenup St., Covington, KY 41011) starting at 6 p.m.
— November 28, 2018
Book Signing
Join Rich Grant and Irene Rawlings, authors of 100 Things to Do in Denver Before You Die, Second Edition, for a book signing at the North Pole Marketplace in downtown Golden, CO from 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
— December 1, 2018
Author Event
Join Ann Smith, co-author of 100 Things to Do in Portland, OR Before You Die, Second Edition, for the Oregon Historical Society's annual celebration of Oregon authors at Oregon Historical Society (1200 SW Park Ave., Portland, Oregon 97205) starting at noon.
— December 2, 2018
Book Signing
Join Ashley Petry, author of 100 Things to Do in Indianapolis Before You Die, Second Edition, for a book signing at Central Library (40 E St. Clair St., Indianapolis, IN 46204) at 6 p.m.
— December 7, 2018
Book Signing
Join Ashley Petry, author of 100 Things to Do in Indianapolis Before You Die, Second Edition, for a book signing at Central Library (40 E St. Clair St., Indianapolis, IN 46204) starting at 6 p.m.
— December 7, 2018
Presentation
Join Kathryn Witt, author of Secret Cincinnati, for a presentation at Le Sorelle Boutique (341 Fairfield Ave., Bellevue, KY 41073) from 6-8 p.m.
— December 7, 2018
Book Signing
Join Beth D'Addono, author of 100 Things to Do in New Orleans Before You Die, Second Edition, for a book signing at Treasure Tattoo (2350 St. Claude Ave., New Orleans, LA 70117) starting at 6 p.m.
— December 8, 2018
Author Event
Join Lynn and Cele Seldon at the Frampton Plantation House (1 Low Country Ln., Yemassee, SC 29945) starting at 10 a.m. for Author Under the Live Oaks. This holiday festival celebrates local authors and is also a Toys for Tots toy-raiser.
— December 8, 2018
Presentation
Join Kathryn Witt, author of Secret Cincinnati, for a presentation at Kenton County Public Library Covington Branch (502 Scott Blvd., Covington, KY 41011) from 2-4 p.m.
— December 15, 2018
Presentation
Join Jim Merkel, author of The Making of an Icon: The Dreamers, The Schemers, and The Hard Hats Who Built The Gateway Arch, Second Edition, for a presentation at Six Mile Regional Library's Johnson Road Branch (245 John Rd., Granite City, IL) at 2 p.m.
— January 19, 2019
Presentation
Join Jim Merkel, author of The Making of an Icon, Second Edition, for a presentation at Six Mile Regional Library's Johnson Road Branch (2145 Johnson Rd., Granite City, IL) at 2 p.m.
— January 19, 2019
Author Event
Join Irene Levy Baker, author of Unique Eats and Eateries of Philadelphia, for romantic stories and meals for Valentine's Day at Open Book Bookstore (7900 High School Rd., Elkins Park, PA 19027) from 7-8:30 p.m.
— February 7, 2019
Book Signing
Join E. R. Bills, author of 100 Things to Do in Texas Before You Die, for a book signing at Jefferson Carnegie Library from 6-8 p.m.
— February 21, 2019
Presentation
Join Nancy Hamilton, author of 100 Things to Do in Fort Myers and Sanibel Before You Die, for a presentation and book signing at the Sanibel Public Library (770 Dunlap Rd., Sanibel, FL 33957) at 2 p.m.
— February 26, 2019
Presentation
Join Carol Ferring Shepley, author of St. Louis Timeline, Second Edition, for a presentation at the Schlafly Branch Library (225 N Euclid Ave., St. Louis, MO 63108) from 7-9 p.m.
— March 6, 2019
Presentation
Join Joni Hirsch Blackman, author of This Used to Be Chicago, for a presentation and book signing at Schaumburg Township District Library (13 S Roselle Rd., Schaumburg, IL) starting at 7 p.m.
— March 13, 2019
Author Event
Join Irene Levy Baker, author of Unique Eats and Eateries of Philadelphia, for a presentation and book signing at Pyramid Club (1735 Market St., Philadelphia, PA 19103) from 6-8 p.m. Tickets ($20) can be purchased here: https://www.centercityproprietors.org/calendar#!event/2019/3/14/unique-eats-and-eateries-of-philadelphia
— March 14, 2019
Presentation
Join What's With Chicago? author Ellen Shubart for a presentation at Northbrook Public Library in Northbrook, IL starting at 2 p.m.
— March 23, 2019
Presentation
Join Molly Page, author of 100 Things to Do in Chicago Before You Die, for a presentation at Riverside Public Library (1 Burling Rd., Riverside, IL 60546) starting at 8:30 p.m.
— March 28, 2019
