The often overlooked sites and attractions of Iowa are revealed in this guide to the Hawkeye State: 160 acres of preserved prairie in the Great Lakes region; sculptures made from ordinary kitchen matches at Matchstick Marvels; and a tribute to the history of balloons at the National Balloon Museum.
Freelance writer and Iowa native Lori Erickson grew up on a farm near Decorah and has written articles for regional and national magazines and newspapers. She lives in Iowa City.
Native Iowan Tracy Stuhr grew up in Cedar Rapids and, after a longtime banking career, has returned to her first love--writing. She lives in Solon, Iowa.