Reedy Press is pleased to announce the release of our newest guidebook, 100 Things to Do in Mississippi Before You Die, by Dori Lowe and Brandi Perry.
Mississippi may be the best kept secret around. From spellbinding architecture to some of the best culinary experiences in the country, the Magnolia State truly has something for everyone. Adventures last a lifetime, so let 100 Things to Do in Mississippi Before You Die be your guidebook to explore what makes the Magnolia State a special place.
Sink your teeth into the mouth-watering fried chicken that now has a worldwide following and experience Highway 61, the Blues Highway. Explore Mississippi’s literary heritage at the annual Mississippi Book Festival, where history has been made for more than 200 years. Hike the most beautiful waterfalls at Clark Creek Natural Area and enjoy some of the state’s outdoor adventures. Explore the birthplace of Elvis Presley and learn why Mississippi is the birthplace of American music. Find the unique gifts, antiques, and oddities at one of the most popular stores in the state and grab a hotdog from the Coney Island Café just down the street.
Authors Dori Lowe and Brandi Perry invite you to hold on for an adventure unlike any other through the backroads and byways of Mississippi. The seasonal itineraries will take you through each region of the Magnolia State, where you will be greeted with a hospitality like no other. Find out what Mississippi has to offer around every corner.
100 Things to Do in Mississippi Before You Die is available wherever books are sold.
TALKING POINTS FROM THE BOOK:
- Explore the ghost town of Rodney along the banks of the Mississippi River.
- Devour the Best Fried Chicken in the State at the Old Country Store in Lorman.
- Sip The Nectar of the Gods at Queen’s Reward Meadery in Tupelo.
- Indulge in Mississippi’s history as you ride the Natchez Trace.
- Read Along with World-Renowned Authors at the Mississippi Book Festival.
- Experience Farm to Table Goods at The MAFES Store on the campus of Mississippi State.
- Find the perfect vintage gift at The Lucky Rabbit in Hattiesburg.
- Walk the red carpet at the Mississippi’s Grammy Museum.
- Don’t sell your soul at the Devil’s Crossroad.
- Climb the steep bluffs of Red Bluff.