The Unexpected Circumnavigation: Unusual Boat, Unusual People
Part 1 -San Diego to Australia
AND
Part 2 – Australia to Oman
See summaries below:
ONLINE STORES
Lulu: has both parts in e-book and paper form.
Lulu’s “preview” feature allows you to see the first ten pages of the book. The quality is poor in the preview, but we assure you both the paper and e-book files are high quality and look great!
Lulu is currently offering 2 coupons (but they can’t be used simultaneously). One is for free ground shipping of paper books. At the check out screen, simply enter the coupon code WHOASHIPPING. The other coupon is for 30% off any one book, whether paper or ebook. At the check out screen, simply enter the coupon code SHELFSTOCK305. Both coupons expire January 31, 2012.
Amazon: has paper copies only of Part 1.
Amazon’s “look inside the book” programs lets you read about thirty pages of the book, but not necessarily consecutive pages.
RETAILERS
Mail Boxes Express, 1220 Rosecrans St, San Diego, CA 92106
(619) 222-1230
Nautical Mind Bookstore, 249 Queen’s Quay West, Unit 108 Toronto, ON M5J 2N5
(416)-203-1163
BOOK SUMMARIES:
The Series: No one expected these thirty-something professionals to give up their successful careers to pilot their own small boat around the world, especially because they started with almost no boating experience. Instead of the expected sailboat, they chose a 43 foot trawler powerboat, which many believed was incapable of crossing oceans. Most people expected them to fail. But they surprised the skeptics when they successfully circumnavigated the globe in two years, visiting 110 places along the way in thirty-four countries.
Part 1 of The Unexpected Circumnavigation follows Christi and Eric daily as they travel to eighteen exotic South Pacific islands that few people ever see. You will experience the local food and cultures, participate in island tours and adventure activities (include going to the rim of an active volcano), and feel what it is like to be on long sea passages. Learn about the challenges, rewards, and the surprises that come with both traveling and boating. Click here for more info and reviews.
Part 2 of The Unexpected Circumnavigation journals Christi and Eric’s travels to 21 fascinating destinations, ranging from popular to remote. You will feel what it is like to be on long sea passages, experience the local food and cultures and participate in unique tours and adventures, including SCUBA, exotic animals, nature’s 600 foot tall “secret rooms” & villages untouched by modernization. Learn about the challenges, rewards, and surprises that come with both traveling and boating. Click here for more info.
Both books are a fun and easy read that boaters and non-boaters alike will enjoy.
Ms. Grab:
I read your entire blog on your around the world adventure. I also recently purchased your book and read it. What an amazing adventure. What is you timetable for publishing your other books?
Ken Harris
Fort Worth, Texas
We’re glad you liked the book! I plan to have “Part 2: Australia to Oman” out in late 2011. The prologue will cover the later planning stages of our trip and will address many of the common FAQ’s, such as “What about pirates?” and “What about rogue waves?” When Part 3 comes out depends on how well Part 2 sells. The more time I spend marketing, the less time I have to write.
I loved your book Mrs. Grab, it took me two days to read as I could not put it down. When do you anticipate part 2 will be available. Is it possible to email me when it does come out? Thank you for sharing your adventure with me.
Joseph A. Zebzda
PS Traveling around the world is a great accomplishment, unfortunately I did not do mine on my own yacht but on a AIrcraft Carrier USS Kitty Hawk back in 1986-1987.
Thank you so much for the compliments on book 1! Book 2 is with the editor now, so it is on the home stretch. We’ll definitely email you when it is available!
Christi and Eric,
Debbie and I really enjoyed your book! We were your neighbors on the narnie oshea in early August (Christi, we spoke about the postal service issues). The book makes us feel like we were on the boat with you. It reminded me of my travels in Africa.
Please send us an email when you second book is available, can’t wait!
Thank you,
Scott & Debbie
So glad to hear that you enjoyed the book. Yes, I will definitely let you know when Book 2 is out. Should be soon.
Hi Christi, I’m Shirley Huynh’s Mom and I met you at one of her scrapbook crops. I came upon your blog through FB as a friend of Shirley’s and read with great interest your travel adventure. I would love to read your book and will order it……also love to keep in touch with more of your adventures.
Best,
Jenny Boyd
I have read your book and your web site. Great Book!!! Once I started reading your book I just could not put it down. Please let me know when Part II,comes out. May You Always Have Smooth Seas. Jerry
I am so glad you liked Book 1! Book 2 is in the home stretch! The editor just finished the book up on Friday. I am working on the changes she requested. I will let you know when it is ready.
Dear Christi:
Can you let me know when Book 2 is available for purchase. Thank you. I enjoyed reading about your adventures with your husband.
Joseph A. Zebzda