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• Life, the Universe, and Everything

  Adams, Douglas, 1952-2001

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  Arthur Dent and his friends embark on a chaotic intergalactic journey to save the universe from destruction, encountering absurd adventures, quirky aliens, and the unexpected humor of life along the way.

• Tip of the Iceberg

  My 3,000-mile Journey Around Wild Alaska, the Last Great American Frontier

  Adams, Mark

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  A modern retracing of Alaska’s historic Harriman Expedition that reveals how the state’s wild beauty and urgent environmental challenges intersect.

• The Naked Don't Fear the Water

  An Underground Journey With Afghan Refugees

  Aikins, Matthieu

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  Acclaimed journalist Matthieu Aikins takes readers on a harrowing journey along the smugglers’ route to Europe, following his Afghan refugee friend in pursuit of a safer, better life.

• All God's Children Need Traveling Shoes

  Angelou, Maya, 1928-2014

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  Memoir of Angelou’s years in Ghana (1962–1965), exploring identity, home, and belonging.

• I'm Traveling Alone

  Bjørk, Samuel

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  Haunted investigator Mia Krüger is drawn back into duty on a tense journey to track a cunning killer whose crimes intertwine with her past, a missing child, and a personal threat to her mentor’s family.

• Sensible Shoes

  a Story About the Spiritual Journey

  Brown, Sharon Garlough

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  A group of women from different walks of life embark on a transformative journey of friendship, self-discovery, and healing as they navigate the challenges of life together.

• A Dog's Journey

  Cameron, W. Bruce

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  Through loyalty, love, and multiple lives, a devoted dog embarks on a heartfelt journey to protect and reunite with the family he cherishes most. Available in multiple formats.

• Journey of the Pharaohs

  Cussler, Clive, 1931-2020

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  In a thrilling race against time, adventurers embark on a perilous journey across deserts and seas to uncover the secrets and treasures of the ancient Pharaohs. Available in multiple formats.

• A Knight in Shining Armor

  Deveraux, Jude

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  A woman embarks on a remarkable journey through time when she encounters a mysterious knight from the past, discovering love, destiny, and the power of connection across centuries.

• Float Plan

  Doller, Trish

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  After a tragic loss, a young woman embarks on a solo sailing journey to rediscover herself, facing the challenges of the sea and the emotional currents of healing and hope.

• Off the Map

  Doller, Trish

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  A free-spirited traveler and a directionally lost cartographer embark on an unexpected journey across Ireland, discovering love, connection, and the surprises that come from taking life’s detours.

• Eighty Days to Elsewhere

  Dyer, K. C.

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  A fast-paced, around-the-world scavenger hunt that pushes a rule-following woman to break free from her comfort zone and rediscover herself.

• Repotting Your Life

  Sense When You're Stuck, Explore What's Possible, Claim Room to Grow.

  Edmonds, Frances

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  Through reflection, growth, and embracing change, this book guides readers on a personal journey to reshape their lives and flourish in new ways.

• Doctor Who and the Krikkit Men

  Goss, James

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  A thrilling journey through time and space to prevent the vengeful Krikkit men from destroying the universe, facing danger, intrigue, and unexpected alliances along the way.

• The White Darkness

  Grann, David

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  In a gripping true story, an obsessive explorer embarks on a perilous journey across the Antarctic, confronting both the deadly landscape and the limits of his own mind. Available in multiple formats.

• The Nightingale

  Hannah, Kristin

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  Set during WWII, follow two French sisters in very different “journeys” — one in the Resistance, the other trying to protect her family. Available in multiple formats.

• Thanks a Thousand

  a Gratitude Journey

  Jacobs, A. J.

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  In a witty and enlightening exploration, the author embarks on a journey to thank everyone involved in the making of his morning coffee, uncovering surprising stories and connections along the way.

• Last Stage to El Paso

  Johnstone, William W., 1938-2004

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  In a lawless frontier, a determined hero embarks on a perilous journey to El Paso, facing danger, outlaws, and the harsh challenges of the Old West along the way.

• The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry

  Joyce, Rachel

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  Harold, a 65-year-old man, walks hundreds of miles across England after receiving a letter from a friend, believing his walk could somehow save her. Available in multiple formats.

• Pachinko

  Lee, Min Jin

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  A Historical fiction novel, following a Korean family across generations as they migrate to Japan. Available in multiple formats.