Theresa L. Goodrich is an Emmy-winning author and content creator with a penchant for storytelling and a keen eye. As the force behind The Local Tourist, she’s dedicated to telling in-depth stories of magnificent, quirky, and unique places. She’s slightly obsessed with travel and history and has turned these passions into multiple books, including the Two Lane Gems series, *Living Landmarks of Chicago*, *Planning Your Perfect Road Trip*, and *Show Me Shipshewana*. **Theresa is the publisher of *Midwest Road Trip Adventures, 2nd Edition* and *Midwest State Park Adventures.* Under the pen name of Theresa L. Carter, she's the author of the Alex Paige cozy mystery series, featuring a travel writer and breast cancer survivor who unwillingly becomes an amateur sleuth.A cancer survivor herself, Theresa is a firm believer that storytelling is life changing. She speaks across the country about travel and road trips and teaches both writing and self-publishing. She’s driven, often literally, to inspire you to get off the interstates and explore the towns and communities that make this country a constant and welcome surprise.
Announcing a Free Live Dive into Chicago's Greatest Landmarks
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Hello Reader, Four years ago, on April 16, 2021, I wrote “The End” on a manuscript that changed everything. If you’ve been with me for a while, you know how much I love bringing stories to life—whether they’re about mysteries, road trips, or the history that shaped Chicago. This particular manuscript was Living Landmarks of Chicago, and I wrote most of it while I was taking chemotherapy for breast cancer. Researching and writing this love story to the Windy City kept me going, and I finished it one week before my last treatment. Since then, it’s been received beyond my wildest hopes. Thousands have purchased it. WGN’s Dina Bair called it a “wonderful bible of Chicago,” among other rave reviews. And this summer, I’ve been invited to speak at the Mensa Annual Gathering, which takes place at one of the landmarks whose story I told. They invited me specifically because of this book. To say Living Landmarks of Chicago is special to me is definitely an understatement! I’d like to celebrate, and I’m inviting you to join me. On the fourth anniversary of that ending that became a beginning, I’m hosting a free webinar: 📣 Inside Chicago’s Greatest Landmarks📅 Date: April 16, 2025; 1pm Central* 📍 Where: Online (Join from anywhere!) 🎟️ Register Here *Can’t make it? No worries. There’ll be a recording. This live event is for anyone who loves history, architecture, and the fascinating figures who built this city. Whether you’re a lifelong Chicagoan or just love a great story, you’ll get an inside look at the drama, ambition, and larger-than-life personalities behind Chicago’s most famous landmarks. 🏛️ How a public library became a palace of culture 🌊 Why building a world-class aquarium required thousands of miles of train travel 🎭 How one man saved the Field Museum 🚢 How a pier meant for commerce became the ultimate lakefront playground … and so much more. Plus, an Exclusive BonusOnce you register for this FREE event, you’ll get a special link to grab the e-book version of Living Landmarks of Chicago for just $4.99—plus the option to upgrade to the audiobook for just $5 more! This is more than just a webinar. It’s a celebration of storytelling, the city I love, and the journey that started four years ago with one simple phrase: The End. I’d love to see you there. Click here to save your spot! See you inside, Theresa |
Theresa L. Goodrich
Theresa L. Goodrich is an Emmy-winning author and content creator with a penchant for storytelling and a keen eye. As the force behind The Local Tourist, she’s dedicated to telling in-depth stories of magnificent, quirky, and unique places. She’s slightly obsessed with travel and history and has turned these passions into multiple books, including the Two Lane Gems series, *Living Landmarks of Chicago*, *Planning Your Perfect Road Trip*, and *Show Me Shipshewana*. **Theresa is the publisher of *Midwest Road Trip Adventures, 2nd Edition* and *Midwest State Park Adventures.* Under the pen name of Theresa L. Carter, she's the author of the Alex Paige cozy mystery series, featuring a travel writer and breast cancer survivor who unwillingly becomes an amateur sleuth.A cancer survivor herself, Theresa is a firm believer that storytelling is life changing. She speaks across the country about travel and road trips and teaches both writing and self-publishing. She’s driven, often literally, to inspire you to get off the interstates and explore the towns and communities that make this country a constant and welcome surprise.
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Hello Reader, Today's the last day to get Menace at the Marina for only $0.99! Here's what one reviewer said (and this almost made me cry!): Because this is the 6th book in the Alex Paige Travel Mysteries series, I'm offering a special deal: you can get all six for just $8.99. How? Click this link and Menace at the Marina to your cart (discount appears at checkout) Then add the Alex Paige 1-5 Bundle. At checkout, use code MENACE20 to save 20% on the bundle. Viola! Hours of entertainment for...