· The authors’ inn, Inn Serendipity Bed & Breakfast, has won two awards, including Natural Home (2005) for Top 10 Eco-destinations in North America and EPA Energy Star Small Business (2004) · The authors have travelled to over thirty-five countries on six continents, working with numerous organizations on sustainable development, and ecologically responsible business. · Previous books, either co-authored, or written independently, include: Rural Renaissance (2004), Edible Earth (2007) Kiss off Corporate America: A Young Professional Guide to Independence (1998), and a series of multicultural children’s photo books for Global Fund for Children. · The book speaks to a workforce where job security, pension and healthcare are a thing of the past, and to social trends that are moving to more self-reliance and sustainability. · Both authors are very seasoned speakers and lecturers on a large variety of topics related to their book.