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Theresa L. Goodrich is an Emmy-winning author, content creator, and travel blogger for The Local Tourist and Your Chicago Guide. With a background in journalism, she began by exploring Chicago as a "local tourist," documenting the city's landmarks and history. Her scope later expanded to include broader American travel, with a particular emphasis on road trips. This work often highlights local stories and unexpected discoveries encountered along the way, moving beyond typical tourist paths. Goodrich authored *Living Landmarks of Chicago*, a book that explores the history and stories of fifty of the city's iconic sites. She also developed the *Two Lane Gems* book series, which chronicles her extensive road trips across the United States. These volumes – including *Two Lane Gems, Vol. 1: Turkeys are Jerks and Other Observations from an American Road Trip* and *Two Lane Gems, Vol. 2: Bison are Giant and Other Observations from an American Road Trip* – blend information, trivia, history, and humor from her journeys. Beyond her writing, Goodrich speaks at events such as the Travel and Adventure Show and teaches workshops on travel writing and self-publishing. Her work encourages a deeper connection to destinations, inviting travelers to "experience the fascination of a tourist; feel the comfort of the local" by highlighting their unique character, history, and people.
