First up, Johnson speaks with San Diego–based Alana Quintana Albertson about her latest novel, Kiss Me, Mi Amor. Albertson discusses how the Golden State’s diverse settings provide endless inspiration for her many romance novels. “I really use setting as a character, and I was contrasting La Jolla and Barrio Logan and different communities,” says Albertson. Albertson also shares a few sneak peaks of her upcoming works and names some of her top San Diego County spots for coffee, tacos, and books.
Next, Johnson is joined by Melissa Broder, author of the mystical desert tale Death Valley. The Los Angeles author and poet recounts how a traumatic personal experience in the California desert inspired her latest novel. “I was just going to Zabriskie Point where nobody—it's a very touristy area—nobody ever gets lost there. I got completely lost and did everything you're not supposed to do,” Broder recalls. She tops off the conversation by sharing her favorite local boutiques, restaurants, and hiking trails.
Lastly, Johnson talks with South Lake Tahoe–based memoirist and poet Suzanne Roberts. The Almost Somewhere author recounts her experience hiking the John Muir Trail: “Those 28 days taught me that there is more than one view of nature, that nature is a place where we should be connecting and not conquering.” The experienced outdoorswoman also builds an itinerary for both a laid-back and action-packed winter weekend in her hometown.
Cowboy Culture, Highway One, Bikes and Hikes LA
California Surfing Day, Ryan Robinson, Glamping
California Wine Month
Michelin Guide, Central Coast Road Trip, LGBTQ Travel
Balboa Park, Wellness Travel, Wide Open Walls
Road Trip: Music to Wine on 99
Road Trip: Searching for Stars
Whale Watching, Dog-Friendly Travel, Ironstone Vineyards
Spas, National Monuments, Mission San Juan Capistrano
Sunnylands, Oysters, Free Activities
Butte County, Temecula, San Diego County
Fascinating Road Trips
Culinary Greatest Hits
California Cuisine, Sonoma County, Yosemite
California Curiosities, Architecture, East Bay
Solo Travel, L.A. Street Food, Olive Oil Tasting
Redwood Coast, Favorite Hotels, Sacramento Dining
Jonny Moseley, Orange County, Museum Hack
Rock Climbing, Best Campgrounds, L.A. Shopping
Anderson Valley, L.A. Music Venues, Family Travel
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