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“Under Milk Wood” by Dylan Thomas: Although not technically a novel, this renowned play by…

“Hedd Wyn” (1992) – A period drama based on the true story of a Welsh…

Located in the countryside of Wales, Dyfed beckons with its landscapes, history, and warm Welsh…

Located in the countryside of North Wales across the Irish sea from Leinster, Clwyd is…

“Brokeback Mountain” by Annie Proulx – This short story, later adapted into a film, is…

Brokeback Mountain (2005) – This iconic film directed by Ang Lee tells the story of…

As you embark on a journey to the majestic state of Wyoming, prepare to be…

“Our Town” by Thornton Wilder – This classic play is set in the fictional town…

“Dairyland”: This 2020 coming-of-age drama tells the story of a young girl growing up on…

Located in the heart of the United States, Wisconsin, the home of Harley Davidson, cheese…

“Rocket Boys” by Homer Hickam – This memoir, also known as “October Sky,” tells the…

“The Silence of the Lambs” (1991) – Though primarily set in other locations, some scenes…

The enchanting state of West Virginia, located amidst the Appalachian Mountains is famous for its…

“The Manchurian Candidate” by Richard Condon: This political thriller takes place in Washington DC and…

“All the President’s Men” (1976) – This political thriller follows the journalists who uncovered the…

Capital of the United States, Washington DC is brimming with history and culture. Whether you…

“Snow Falling on Cedars” by David Guterson: This story takes place on the fictional island…

“Sleepless in Seattle” (1993) – A classic romantic comedy starring Tom Hanks and Meg Ryan,…

Located in the north west United States, Washington is a state that offers a diverse…

“The Known World” by Edward P. Jones – This Pulitzer Prize-winning novel explores the lives…

“Remember the Titans” (2000) – Based on a true story, this film portrays a high…

Welcome to the state of Virginia, where history breathes life and nature flourishes. Colonial Williamsburg:…

“Ethan Frome” by Edith Wharton: Though the story primarily takes place in Massachusetts, it features…

“White Christmas” (1954) – This classic holiday musical features a Vermont inn as its primary…

Located in the heart of New England, Vermont hosts scenic landscapes, and a culture that…

“Desert Solitaire” by Edward Abbey: Although not a novel per se, this memoir documents Abbey’s…

“Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid” (1969) – This classic Western film starring Paul Newman…

Utah, the land of red rock wonders and natural landscapes, offers a blend of iconic…

“Lonesome Dove” by Larry McMurtry: This Pulitzer Prize-winning novel follows a group of Texas Rangers…

“Giant” (1956): This epic drama follows the lives of a wealthy Texas ranching family and…

The Lone Star State, Texas, the second-largest state in the United States, is renowned for…

“Suttree” by Cormac McCarthy – This novel explores the life of Cornelius Suttree, who navigates…

“Walk the Line” (2005) – This biographical drama tells the story of legendary musician Johnny…

Tennessee is a state that captivates visitors with its history, music scene, natural beauty, and…

“The Personal History of Rachel DuPree” by Ann Weisgarber – This historical novel tells the…

“Dances with Wolves” (1990) – This epic Western film directed by Kevin Costner features the…

Located in the heart of the United States, South Dakota is home to Mount Rushmore…

“The Secret Life of Bees” by Sue Monk Kidd: Set in the fictional town of…

The Notebook (2004): This romantic drama, based on a best-selling novel, tells the story of…

South Carolina, with its blend of beaches, golf, history, natural beauty, and warm hospitality, is…