In a series here on Goods, we will be spotlighting various Matador community members and providing links to their favorite books.

Matador Member – Kate Holmes

Photos by Kate Holmes

I’m fired up on romance and road trips. I travel because I want to know about everything.

I want to make a difference by changing the world’s perception of Americans.

Be sure to check out Kate Holmes’ Matador profile.

Favorite books: Fitzgerald, Herodotus, Kesey, Kerouac, J Maarten Troost, Rough Guides, The Dalai Lama

      

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  • http://sarahdweaver.blogspot.cm SWeaver

    I saw a link to your blog on Twitter this morning. I am THRILLED to see Getting Stoned With Savages on your life. I loved reading this book so much I went out and bought Lost on Planet China. I will have to check out the other books you recommended. Thanks! Happy Travels.

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