My table display for my Falling Uphill book tour with globe, maps, bookmarks, bike and more.
Bringing a map to show people your journey is almost an essential item. You’ll be surprised how many people have never seen a map. And, kid's will love an inflatable globe, but — careful — it will turn into a game of football.

The book tour arrives in Wisconsin

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Currently, I am in Wisconsin, my home state. I have been really impressed with the hospitality and friendliness. It’s so refreshing not to be lost in the shuffle. And I’ve discovered that one of the best ways to bring my book to life is by speaking to the local schools. It can be overwhelming at times to be the center of a mad rush of 150 students, but I love to see their eyes sparkle with inspiration.

I shall be here for a few months as I try a new strategy of planting some seeds. I have discovered in my traipsing around the country that a rolling stone gathers no moss, but it also gathers no community either, and I’ve come to believe our greatest resource on the planet is our network of friends.

So, I’d like to extend an invitation to join my adventure even if it is only for a day or only for a mile. See the Book Tour Home Page for more details.

Falling Uphill Anniversary Edition: One man's quest for happiness around the world on a bicycle. By Scott Stoll.

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Every chapter answers a question that people asked me while I traveled the world, but unlike this matter-of-fact article, Falling Uphill is told as it is happening. You’ll feel like you’re riding a bicycle right alongside me, and reliving all the literal ups and downs.
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Scott Stoll

My claim to fame is that I rode a bicycle around the world and wrote some books. More about me.

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