what kind of hiking book should i write?
thinking of writing a hiking book. whats my slant?
matthewski
doesnt matter, no one can put things into words quite like you., but please dont spell check, it would never be the same.
I think you should break your book up into sections based on topics. Don't write a trail journal. Write a chapter on food. One on gear. One on hiking philosophy. Etc.
Some knew me as Piper, others as just Diane.
I hiked the PCT: Mexico to Mt. Shasta, 2008. Santa Barbara to Canada, 2009.
I think you should write about something you know.
A guide to finding good bacon along each one of the National Scenic Trails.
You can add my farm to the list for the Ice Age Trail, I have Certified Naturally Grown double-smoked bacon made from pasture raised Hereford hogs.
I also win for having the most adjectives to describe my bacon.
Something funny.
Squint a Little More..... See It Yet?
How 'bout one written totally in a "Magic Eye" format. That should keep Lone Wolf up at night.....Originally Posted by mweinstone
"Fish Camp Woman.... Baby, I like the way you smell"
- Unknown Hinson
Whatever you're inclined () to do, bring a new view and keep it humorous.
Do an anthology of all the crazy, funny, snarky posts
and threads from Whiteblaze that you've had and comment
on them and organize by topic like someone else suggested.
And yeah - do the magic eye format. And when you're published,
put a bunch of autographed copies in Winton's shop. And maybe
do a Booknotes gig with Brian Lamb on CSPAN. That would be
fun to watch.
Good luck...
SS
The only reason I'm on WB is to compile a book - "the wisdom of matthewski"
I would have made millions... C'est la vie
What ever you do, please make your directions accrate and easy to follow..
"So what if theres a mountain, get over it!!!" - Graywolf, 2010
Bryson doesn't know ***** about hiking yet people keep buying his "hiking" book.
Pain is a by-product of a good time.
along the lines of Ray Bradbury's "The Illustrated Man".
you could do a painting and pull stories from that
I'm so confused, I'm not sure if I lost my horse or found a rope.
write about your wacky, intelligent & famous friends; humorous yet philosophical anecdotes backdropped with various beautiful views & campsites along our trail. dangerous weather, unnerving animal encounters, poops & giggles, etc
Mr Weinstone, I would read a book you put together
your slant would be slightly over the edge
Write it from the views of the animals --and maybe mice--along the trails and near the shelters. Have them describing what its like from their view --being invaded by 2,000 of these things called hikers with all of their styles--gear--mannerisms etc.
It will be a hoot!! lol
Remember to cut me in--when this book goes big! No doubt a movie will follow. This is a winner---trust me on this one.
If I buy the book, do I get the pdf for free?
Roland
I'd rather take LSD.Mr Weinstone, I would read a book you put together
Same result, just quicker.
If you really feel that way, why are you on this thread?
Crapping on other WB members is not cool.
Last edited by Roland; 01-31-2011 at 18:32. Reason: Spelling
Roland
.......Hmmmm, are you sure?
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