This engaging introduction to Florida's Emerald Coast guides readers through a fascinating history that includes ancient tribes, Scottish pioneers, a Civil War camp, and a pirate's playground. Original.

Fred the frog and his friends from the Apple Bunch Books are back. The pals are headed south to Florida with a happy mix of excitement and anticipation about their trip to see and explore the Emerald Coast.Follow along as what begins as a relaxing vacation discovering the natural beauty and wonders of Florida, turns into an adventure-filled voyage where Fred finds the hero within himself.Along the way, Fred and the beloved cast of characters from Apples for Fred and Tator's Big Race, meet new and interesting friends who come through when Fred needs them most.In the latest adventure, Fred learns he not only has true friends at home, but also the wonderful new friends from his adventure to the amazing Emerald Coast of Florida.

Since World War II, tourists have flocked to Florida's northwest Gulf Coast and sun and fun spots at Panama City Beach, Fort Walton Beach, and Pensacola Beach. Every year those visitors number in the millions. For those who long to recall how the vacationland appeared thirty, forty, or even fifty years ago, Tim Hollis has written Florida's Miracle Strip: From Redneck Riviera to Emerald Coast. In a style that informs and entertains, Hollis describes the rise of early developments, such as Long Beach Resort, and major tourist attractions, such as the Gulfarium and the Miracle Strip Amusement Park. With heartfelt nostalgia and a dose of tongue-in-cheek, he reminisces on the motels and tourist cottages; the restaurants, such as Captain Anderson's and Staff's; the elaborate miniature golf courses, such as Goofy Golf and its many imitators. He takes a special delight in recovering the memories of those quirky businesses that now exist only in faded photographs and aging postcards, such wacky tourist traps as Castle Dracula, Petticoat Junction, Tombstone Territory, and the Snake-A-Torium. In the book, Hollis examines how this area became known as the "Miracle Strip," and how the local chambers of commerce got so tired of that image that the name gradually fell into disuse. The book is illustrated with a profusion of vintage photos and advertisements, most of which have not been seen in print since their original appearances. For the nostalgia lover, the snowbird, the tourist seeking yesteryear, Florida's Miracle Strip: From Redneck Riviera to Emerald Coast will be a welcome traveling companion.

Whether you're an experienced angler or a newcomer to the sport, everything you need for the perfect saltwater fishing trip is in this book. It explores all the inshore and offshore fishing locales from Pensacola to Homosassa - with GPS coordinates so you'll never get lost.

Claire escapes on Christmas Day. She leaves behind her stifling family, her controlling fianc� and her grueling job. In Lemon Cove, a Florida town off Highway 30A, she finds new friends, a challenging career and a beautiful coach house right on the beach. How lucky can she get? But within days her perfect new life begins to disintegrate. Her date for New Year's Eve is found dead in a gangland shooting. She hears voices in the night and has the distinct feeling she's being followed. Gripped by fear, she is suspicious of Daxton Simmons, a handsome, cocky neighbor; of Seijun, the charismatic Buddhist priest; and of the mysterious hitchhiker. Claire is determined to uncover the truth and reclaim the life she's begun to build...no matter what it takes. This fast-paced novel takes place on the exquisite Emerald Coast along Highway 30A in the Florida Panhandle. Part travelogue and part thriller, THE GIRL ON 30A paints a vibrant portrait of a distinctive region while spinning its intriguing tale.

Victoria Palmer is a social-media queen with millions of followers. Her wedding promises to be the cyber event of the year. The nuptials will take place at the fabulous Magnolia Resort, a haven for the super-rich. For Morgan Lytton, Magnolia's wedding planner, the four-day extravaganza provokes anxiety. An impending storm off the Gulf of Mexico looms on the horizon. Pernicious paparazzi threaten to infiltrate the event. In addition, an undercurrent of hatred and jealousy simmers under the feigned camaraderie of the wedding party. Unwittingly, Morgan becomes enmeshed in their conflicts. After the first murder, the members of the wedding party begin to suspect one another. Morgan works with the police and finds herself a target for the vindictive killer.This thriller takes place on the exquisite Emerald Coast along Highway 30A in the Florida Panhandle. This is a classic mystery that will keep you guessing until the end.

THE GIRL ON 30A IS BACK.It's true. Bad things come in threes. With no warning Claire learns via text that she's been fired. Hours later she discovers her husband has drowned in the Gulf of Mexico. But how can that be? Dax was a strong swimmer. Days later Claire's house is ransacked for no apparent reason. What were the burglars looking for? What had Dax been involved in? Claire needs to find the truth. The police and her new friend Hobbs tell her to let it go, but she can't give up her investigation. After all, Detective Drakos isn't coming up with anything new. In spite of Claire's new job in real estate, she continues her cautious investigation. Eventually she uncovers the evidence of a criminal network that is operating amidst the exotic real estate along Highway 30A. MISSING ON 30A will transport you to the sunny skies, sparkling waters and white sandy beaches of the exquisite Emerald Coast on Florida's Panhandle. With captivating characters and high intrigue, this fast-paced novel will keep you entranced until the exciting conclusion.