We may not be ready for open-toe sandals, but we’ll soon be strapping on our driving shoes. With plenty of long weekends in our future, we’re planning some sanity-saving extended road trips. And we’re packing…
What: Taxi Driver Wisdom (Chronicle Books, $16.95)
Who: Risa Mickenberg
Why we’re packing it: It’s better than playing Eye-Spy
A compilation of brilliant taxi driver musings will keep us entertained for hours. Added bonus: Keeping the driver involved ensures no falling asleep at the wheel.
What: The Road (Random House, $21)
Who: Cormac McCarthy
Why we’re packing it: Because relativity is everything
Reading this post apocalyptic story of a father and son on a grueling journey along ‘the road’ will make even the worst road-trip disaster seem like a walk in the park.
What: Rosie Little’s Cautionary Tales for Girls (MacAdam Cage, $23)
Who: Danielle Wood
Why we’re packing it: An easy read
This clever book, nicely broken up into short stories, provides bursts of literary escapism (perfect for tuning out poor radio station choices).
What: Toddlers Gone Wild! (Key Porter Books Ltd, $19.95)
Who: Rebecca Eckler
Why we’re packing it: We need all the help we can get
Being stuck in a car for hours with a toddler can be challenging. Rather than making a run for it at the next stoplight, take a mental break with Rebecca Eckler’s humourous and educational third book.
All books available for purchase at:
Chapters.Indigo
Retail locations listed at:
www.chaptersindigo.ca
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