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Month: June 2014

Wichita Falls, Texas: The World’s Smallest Skyscraper

The World’s Smallest Skyscraper Built in 1919, the Newby-McMahon Building in downtown Wichita Falls (701 La Salle, Wichita Falls, TX) is more commonly referred to as “the world’s smallest skyscraper.” Here’s the story behind this quirky structure and how it got its nickname: J.D. McMahon was an engineer and oilman from Philadelphia who breezed into Wichita Falls with blueprints to build a high-rise building in the downtown area. McMahon must have been a good talker, because it didn’t take him long to raise $200,000 (a fortune for that time) from local investors. The Difference Between Feet & Inches At a glance, it appeared…

Interviews, Events, & Appearances

Tui Snider’s Interviews, Events, & Appearances Check out this page periodically to see what I’m up to, including interviews, speaking engagements, book signings, and other fun events! If you know of an upcoming paranormal, writing, or travel-themed events you think I should attend or speak at, drop me an email at TuiSnider [@] gmail [.] com Books & Banter November 22, 2014 Lawton, OK More info here: Presentation & Book Signing from 2:00 – 6:00 p.m. Radio Interview: The Joe Show on AM 930 Progressive Talk October 27, 2014 More info here: Interview on The Joe Show on AM 930 Progressive Talk…

Venice Enchants – Even During Flood Season

High Tide in Venice Italy Venice is known for seasonal flooding called Acqua Alta. This “high water” is especially strong when wintry high tides coincide with a Mediterranean wind called a scirocco. Normally, I would avoid traveling to a city during a flood, but Venice is different. Acqua Alta is something Venetians have dealt with for centuries, and visiting the city during this time makes you feel like part of some ancient rhythm. As you can see in the photo below, they sell rubber boots for travelers who show up unprepared. I like how they made that W, too. Does…

Media Kit for Unexpected Texas by Tui Snider

Media Kit for Author, Tui Snider Terms of use: I, Tui Snider, give permission for any and all of the information and photos on this page to be used for promoting my books and other creative projects both in print and online publications. Interviews, Guest Posts, Articles & Speaking Engagements: I am available for interviews, guest posts, articles, and speaking engagements. To make arrangements, please email me at TuiSnider @ gmail . com. I look forward to hearing from you! Short Bio Tui Snider writes offbeat travel guides. Her Amazon Best Seller Unexpected Texas features overlooked places, while Paranormal Texas…

Bedford, Texas: Is Moxley Manor Haunted?

The following is an adapted excerpt from Paranormal Texas, my best-selling travel guide to haunted places and paranormal hot spots near Dallas and Fort Worth. Check it out if you enjoy learning historic haunted lore, or are looking for unusual road trip ideas in north Texas. This Texas Thrill House May Actually Be Haunted! While businesses often downplay or deny on-site paranormal activity, Moxley Manor has every reason to flaunt its strange occurrences. Why? Because it is a commercial haunted house attraction. Texans celebrate Halloween with gusto, and the last I counted, there were at least 24 commercial haunted house…

Undertow – What Genre is this Song?

Can you help me out? When people ask what kind of music I record, I flounder. I want to describe it accurately, but I don’t know how! Sure, I grew up playing classical piano. As a clarinetist, I’ve played jazz, too. I’ve been known to dink around on the guitar and flute, but when it comes to writing and recording my own songs… I never know what to call the result! What genre is this song? I realize that musical tastes vary greatly, but if you could please listen to my song “Undertow,” then leave a comment telling me what…