Thank you so much to independent booksellers around the world for carrying my book. Though it began with a small indie imprint, Hamilton Bloomsbury’s acquisition has given it global reach—and without a big marketing push, this success rests entirely on the dedication of the folks at Hamilton Bloomsbury, the librarians who have championed it, and the teachers who’ve introduced it in their classes.

Since its November 27, 2025 release—barely five months ago—my book has already been adopted at Miami University (Ohio), Owens University, Thomas More University, Lourdes University (which, despite planned closure after fall 2026, is offering it this term), Anderson University, Elmhurst University, St. Paul’s Episcopal School, Lyon College,Owens Community College,Drake University, and several other campuses I can’t remember right now.

This slim nonfiction volume—small enough for your back overalls pocket—traces the heritage gathering of the communities of the Great Dismal Swamp: how they remember it, why it matters, and the ongoing campaign to designate it a national heritage area. I’m planning a second edition to cover developments since publication and to revise the acknowledgments—removing those who’ve since shown they are not to be named any longer in my orbit (printed or IRL)and new people—their support🫶🏾 and adding new heritage travelers who’ve joined in the efforts for heritage area designation.

From the bottom of my heart, thank you to Hamilton/ Bloomsbury, to every librarian and independent bookseller, and to everyone eager to learn more about the Great Dismal Swamp.