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8 Strange 4th of July Facts

Psst! There’s a video, too: And if you’d rather take this info in through a video, check out my YouTube channel below. Please like and comment while you’re there: 8 Strange Facts about The 4th of July How will you celebrate Independence Day this year? If you’re American, chances are you’ll join family and friends for a backyard barbecue and a firework display. But how much do you really know about this annual summer celebration? I do a lot of newspaper research for the books I write. Not only is it a great way to separate Urban Legends from actual…

Online Author Events for “100 Things to Do in Dallas – Fort Worth Before You Die”

Online book promo – there will be prizes! I’ve got a brand new travel book published via Reedy Press! It’s called 100 Things to Do in Dallas – Fort Worth Before You Die. While I’ve got a lot of in-person events scheduled to promote it, I’m doing a lot of FUN online things, too. Scroll down to find out about my upcoming Book Blog Tour through Lone Star Literary Life. Not only will it be fun, but there will are prizes to be had! What’s it about? Click here to see a 40-second book trailer Basically, my new book is meant to inspire people…

2018 Historic Cemetery Symbols Tour in Granbury, Texas – Info & Tickets!

Cemetery Tour: back by popular demand! How would you like to explore a historic cemetery in Granbury, Texas with author, Tui Snider, as your guide? Tui (that’s me!) will explain the meanings behind the architecture and symbols found in this fascinating burial ground. Last year’s cemetery tour was so much fun and so many people have asked about it, that I decided to do it again! The cemetery tour is fun to do after the speakers and booths close up for the night (8pm, Saturday, Sept 29th, 2018) during the fabulous Granbury Paranormal Expo.  However:While the tour is family-friendly, it’s probably not suitable for children under the age of 12. It’s your call!…

In-Person Author Events for Tui Snider: “100 Things to Do in Dallas – Fort Worth Before You Die”

Fall 2018 Author Events for me and my books: Fall of 2018 is going to be a busy time for me and my books! Here’s a current list of author events I’ve got planned for the  100 Things to Do in Dallas – Fort Worth Before You Die book release. I’ll keep adding to this. If you live in Texas, I hope to see you at one or more of these events! What’s the new book about? This new book is a playful bucket list meant to inspire people to explore North Texas. It’s chock full of ideas for day trips, road…

Historic Cemeteries: Cast Iron Graves by J.R. Abrams #GraveHour

Cast iron grave covering – not mere decoration The photo below shows a child’s grave with a cast iron covering. This type of cast iron grave covering was patented in 1873 by Joseph R. Abrams, and there’s a lot more to it than mere decoration!  It was intended to be better than simply mounding dirt at a gravesite.   Invented by J.R. Abrams in 1873 As J.R. Abrams explains in his patent: “By this construction the sinking of the loose earth in the grave has no effect upon the superposed and hardened artificial mound formed by the cement.” Click here to read…

Author Events for Tui Snider: “100 Things to Do in Dallas – Fort Worth Before You Die” #100Things #dfw @reedypress

My book hit #1 on Amazon: ***Scroll down to see my fall author events! :)*** My newest travel book comes out soon! I’ve got a brand new travel book coming out September 15, 2018 via Reedy Press! It’s called 100 Things to Do in Dallas – Fort Worth Before You Die. The book is available for pre-order, but guess what? It’s already hitting bestseller lists on Amazon as you can see in the graphic above! Road trip inspiration: This new book is meant to inspire people to explore North Texas. It’s chock full of inspiration for day trips, road trips, date nights, family fun,…