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Some books and DVDs ignite the dream and others give you the skills to make the dream come true.
 
As my mom always told me, "If you can read, you can do anything!"

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Sailing Down the Mountain

Published on December 25, 2015; last updated on June 10, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Great book! A fun read for anyone with a love of boats or living and working in a foreign country!

Great book! A fun read for anyone with a love of boats or living and working in a foreign country!

Voyaging with Kids

Published on July 23, 2015; last updated on January 4, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

Tons of insight on all sorts of pre-cruising questions that everyone has from three very experienced cruisers.

Tons of insight on all sorts of pre-cruising questions that everyone has from three very experienced cruisers.

Blown Away

Published on December 12, 2014; last updated on June 10, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Out of print for years, Herb Payson’s book is one that captured my imagination and got me thinking about cruising. Now it’s back in print!

The Marina Book Swap

Published on September 5, 2014; last updated on July 29, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Book swaps are great to pick up a bunch of new-to-you books. A couple of tips so you don’t pick up a bunch of bugs at the same time!

The Essential Knot Book for Boats

Published on July 12, 2014; last updated on June 10, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

A good book with all the knots and splices you're likely to ever need, including ones that hold in high tech line.

A good book with all the knots and splices you’re likely to ever need, including ones that hold in high tech line.

The Best Boat Mechanics Book

Published on June 6, 2014; last updated on January 2, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

A good library of troubleshooting books is essential on any cruising boat — the more remotely you intend to travel, the more extensive the library. Nigel Calder’s book is the perfect foundation for almost any boat’s collection.

Sailboat Maintenance Manual

Published on May 18, 2014; last updated on October 28, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Six books in one, all in understandable language and with LOTS of illustrations to help you understand your boat's systems.

Six books in one, all in understandable language and with LOTS of illustrations to help you understand your boat’s systems.

“As Long As It’s Fun”

Published on January 1, 2014; last updated on January 7, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

Lin and Larry Pardey As Long as it's Fun

We all know of Lin and Larry Pardey. Or at least we know the broad outlines of their story. Herb McCormick’s book will give you a far greater appreciation of this amazing couple.

The Care & Feeding of Sailing Crew

Published on October 3, 2013; last updated on May 31, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Take advantage of Lin Pardey’s extensive knowledge of offshore voyaging and her collection of tips to make it easier on the crew with her just-released fourth edition.

Leap of Faith

Published on September 28, 2013; last updated on March 20, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Dreaming of getting a boat and living on it? Wondering how people who aren't millionaires manage to do it? This book lays it out for you.

Dreaming of getting a boat and living on it? Wondering how people who aren’t millionaires manage to do it? This book lays it out for you.

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