Travel books help us imagine ourselves in new places, but until recently, most books didn't offer specific travel guidance for LGBTQIA+ travelers beyond what felt like the compulsory section on nightlife and local safety concerns. And regardless of sexuality, not everyone wants to go to a rave at 2am--some travelers would much rather go antiquing. With 120 destinations, OUT IN THE WORLD
https://tinyurl.com/3znkampe is an impressive assemblage of places to go and things to do for everyone from birdwatchers to bibliophiles. (Attention book lovers: the authors managed to find what feels like every remaining local bookstore on their destination list and include them here, for which alone this is a fantastic resource.)

Authors Amy B. Scher https://amybscher.com/and Mark Jason Williams https://www.markjasonwilliams.com/

draw on their deep love of travel (Sher's first book was a memoir dedicated to the transformative and healing power of travel, and Williams is a travel writer for the New York Times, Out Magazine, and others) and a desire to help others discover inclusive destinations.

This conversation covers travel, how OUT IN THE WORLD came together, the importance of a fantastic book proposal, and what to expect when co-authoring a project. Listen and start planning your next travel adventure!

Chapters

00:00 Introducing 'Out in the World': A Travel Guide for the LGBTQ+ Community

07:07 The Importance of a Strong Book Proposal

13:47 Creating an Inclusive Travel Experience for Everyone

15:31 Travel as a Path to Healing and Personal Growth

20:58 120 Unique Destinations: Personal and Diverse Recommendations

24:56 A Global Perspective and Budget Options

29:43 Iceland: A Standout Destination

34:31 Smooth Collaboration and Open to Feedback

37:58 Future Books and Writing Plans