Every good coffee table needs a couple of great coffee table books. And these two are a perfect fit for those looking for interesting places to visit now that the country is opening back up.
Only in America! The Weird and the Wonderful 50 States (Volume 12) ($30), written by Heather Alexander and illustrated by Alan Berry Rhys, is a state-by-state compendium of weird laws, quirks, one-offs and unusual records in the U.S.A.
And specifically for the queer traveler, Sassy Planet: A Queer Guide to 40 Cities, Big and Small ($22.49), by David Dodge, Nick Schiarizzi and Harish Bhandari and illustrated by Braulio Amado, offers up the latest hot spots in 40 cities around the world.