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Haunting Tours: Louisiana by Paul Buchanan**Venture into the shadowed heart of Louisiana with tour guide Paul Buchanan. From the whispered tales of the French Quarter to the eerie serenity of its ancient cemeteries, dive deep into the mysteries that lie beneath the state's moss-draped oaks. Uncover legends of voodoo queens, spectral figures in haunted bayous, and chilling encounters in antebellum mansions. Join this immersive journey and experience the chilling tapestry of Louisiana's spectral lore. Dare you step beyond the veil?

With its focus on the quirky, the hidden, and the unconventional, "Eccentric Adventures in the Empire State" promises to guide readers through a New York they've never seen before. It will surely stand out as an intriguing and engaging addition to the series. Is there anything else you need for this installment?

Embark on a riotous ride with the offbeat explorer, Paul Buchanan, as he unravels Rhode Island like never before! 'A Weird and Wondrous Journey Through Rhode Island' delves beyond the mundane, surfacing the state's quirky corners and overlooked oddities. From supernatural shenanigans to spirited speakeasies, this voyage is sure to redefine your understanding of the smallest state in the U.S.! Strap in for the unexpected, and prepare to be utterly amazed by Rhode Island's boundless curiosities!

Dive into the peculiar heart of Utah with your eccentric guide, Paul Buchanan! From spiraling artworks emerging from salt lakes to ghost towns hidden within arid deserts, we invite you on a journey that reveals the strange, the unexpected, and the utterly fascinating in every corner of the Beehive State.

Dive into the stormy seas of piracy's golden age with "Sea of Conquests: The Pirate's Art of War." This riveting odyssey unveils the cunning tactics and strategies that legendary pirates wielded in their bloody skirmishes. From Blackbeard's audacious gambits to the pirate codes that governed battle and honor, navigate through the harrowing battles and unexpected alliances that shaped a tempestuous chapter in maritime history. Prepare to hoist the Jolly Roger, and set sail on an adventure that's as boundless and audacious as the pirates themselves.

Stepping off the plane at O'Hare, I was immediately swept up in the kinetic energy of Chicago, the Windy City. However, I didn't come to Chicago to click pictures of Cloud Gate or stand in line for the SkyDeck. No, I ventured here to capture the unseen, the overlooked, the marvelously odd aspects of the city that surprise even its long-time residents.So, let's pull back the curtain of the commonplace and shine a light on the fantastic.Let's see Chicago as you've never seen it before. For in the Windy City, the wild, the wondrous, and the weird are never more than a stone's throw away. After all, you're in Buchanan's world now, and we do things a little differently around here. So buckle up, keep your eyes wide and your mind open. The adventure is just beginning.

Dive into the thrilling world of "The Pirate Republic," where audacious pirates carve out their own kingdoms upon the high seas. Witness the birth and fall of infamous havens like Nassau, and delve into the myths of Libertalia, the utopia that might have been. Through stormy waves and the clash of cutlasses, explore how pirates built their own societies, with codes and economies as rich as the treasures they sought. This is a voyage into freedom, rebellion, and the indomitable spirit that wrote legend across the very fabric of the ocean.

Dive headfirst into the mystifying world of Las Vegas with "Sin City's Hidden Wonders: A Wonderous, Weird, and Wild Walk Through Las Vegas" as your guide, Paul Buchanan, uncovers the lesser-known tales lurking beneath the city's glitz and glamour. From cursed jackpot displays to love in the time of volcanic eruptions, and intriguing legends that will make you question everything you thought you knew about this iconic city. Buckle up for a ride into the heart of Vegas as you've never seen it before - bizarre, fascinating, and utterly unforgettable.

Dive into the tumultuous waves of "The Pirate's Code," where history and high-seas adventure collide. Discover the unwritten laws that governed the notorious pirate crews as they sailed in search of plunder, and how their codes embodied a raw form of democracy and justice. Unravel the legacy these codes have left on modern society, and the captivating allure they still hold through literature and film. Set sail on an enthralling journey into a world where honor among thieves was more than just a saying; it was a code to live and die by.

In "Big Adventures in the Big Easy: A weird and wonderous journey through New Orleans," our eccentric guide, Paul Buchanan, immerses you in the heartbeat of a city where tradition meets eccentricity. Experience the hidden depths of Mardi Gras, uncover the mystical intrigue of voodoo culture, and dance through the vibrant nightlife that fuels the soul of this unique city. From the somber beauty of its cemeteries to the invigorating rhythm of its jazz clubs, this is New Orleans as you've never seen it before. Hold on tight, it's going to be a wild ride!

In the annals of human history, few things have captivated the imagination as thoroughly as the fabled wealth of pirates. These outlaw seafarers, these buccaneers and privateers, these denizens of the sea, have etched their place in our collective memory not only with the audacity of their lawless deeds, but also with the untold wealth they are believed to have amassed.

The second novel in the PI Jim Keegan series.A reclusive millionaire hires PI Jim Keegan to look after her interests, she is currently hidden away at the legendary Chateau Marmont hotel.

Summer, 1962. A scorching heat wave is suffocating L.A.PI Jim Keegan is offered a small fortune to find a beautiful woman.He refuses.The job seems suspicious.The next day the same woman turns up on his doorstep.Eve fears for her safety. She is being watched. Before Keegan knows it, someone has been killed with KeeganΓÇÖs own gun, and he gets sucked into a world of suspicion and betrayal where heΓÇÖs never quite sure where the truth lies. Before long heΓÇÖs the prime suspect in a murder he didnΓÇÖt commit, and all the evidence seems to point in his direction.ItΓÇÖs almost like someone planned it that way.ΓÇÿTerrificΓÇÖ Publishers WeeklyΓÇÿA very cleverly written bookΓÇÖ @mrsfegfictionΓÇÿI knew what was going on until three pages before the end when I was proven HORRIFICALLY wrongΓÇÖ @nobooksgivenΓÇÿA truly exciting, punchy and interesting readΓÇÖ @reading_for_my_mindΓÇÿIt pulls you inΓÇÖ BooklovelifeΓÇÿClassic mystery lovers this novel is highly recommended for youΓÇÖ @nightfallmysteries

On a snowy, wintry day, Barron Docksteder’s protégé uncovers a manuscript Docksteder was working on shortly before his untimely death. Clearly at least partly autobiographical, the manuscript tells the story of a world-famous author—whose books have been turned into Hollywood blockbusters—caught in a deadly crossfire between competing Las Vegas and East Coast gambling interests.  Meanwhile, that same world-famous author is ensnared by the irresistible allure of a beautiful, mysterious, and equally deadly woman who is determined to outmaneuver them all.The central character of the story sounds a lot like, well, Docksteder himself before he was murdered.  Could the manuscript be more proof that Barron Docksteder lived a life worth writing about?

It is the late 1990s, and world-famous author Barron Docksteder has been murdered in the small rural town of Tryon, NC. His protégé knows the police are blaming the wrong person, but how can he prove it? Is the answer in one of the celebrated writer’s numerous notebooks? Accompanied by Docksteder’s highly trained guard dog, Doc—a menace to men yet docile to women—the former café owner embarks on an adventure to the heart of Carnival and Mardi Gras in the notorious French Quarter. There, fate and Docksteder’s notes bring him to the home of Desirée, the mysterious and alluring former Queen of Carnival. What is Docksteder’s connection to Desirée? And what does her tragic past have to do with the newly minted writer, his next book, and his quest to solve his famous mentor’s murder?

It’s 1995. When famous author Barron Docksteder moves to the Carolina foothills, the locals don’t know what to make of it. Why did this hotshot writer, whose works have been made into Hollywood films, move to the middle of nowhere? Despite living in North Carolina, Docksteder regularly drives across the border to South Carolina for a late breakfast at a comfortable small-town café. The young café owner, who is a frustrated writer, is befriended by Docksteder, and the two initiate a mentor-mentee relationship that extends well beyond the page. The young man has no idea what he’s getting into. While under the tutelage of Docksteder, the café owner—still a novice to life—encounters some startling things, including a vicious security dog, unexpected violence, and sexually charged confrontations. An electrifying beginning to the series, book 1 of Docksteder Tales is a funny, irreverent story with a fascinating cast of characters—each with his or her own secrets, agendas, and desires. Behind the adventure is a complex mystery filled with questions about Docksteder. What does he see in this young café owner? Is his complicated past about to catch up with him?