At the time that I am writing this review EcoBrain, a paperless publisher, has saved 10704 trees because the books they sell are sent to you via the internet.  Not only does this method of publishing save trees, but it also cuts on energy use (packing material, truck) to get you the book you buy.  EcoBrain offers a wide range of books from children books to how to cook books.  They also offer a large section of outdoor travel guides, that offer suggestions on different hikes around the country.  I am sure that if you visit their site you are sure to find a book that will tickle your green curiosity.If you are more into memoirs, fiction or academic books you are sure to also find a title of interest.  EcoBrain was started by two families who believe in supporting authors in their quest to publish while staying eco-friendly.

Here I review one of the books they offer to give you a taste of what EcoBrain offers:

You travel in the wilderness and cherish the moments you share with your children in the outdoors. You are proud when your children can identify specific plants or when they re-use a piece of paper.  There is a book that can help you go beyond your love for nature and support you in creating a smaller carbon foot print.  This book will not only guide you through a journey that will explain to you the context of your decisions but will support you in making decisions to simplify your life.

Radical Simplicity: Small Footprints on a Finite Earth by Jim Merkel is an easy read that is sure to inspire you.  Not only will reading this book give you great ideas on how to simplify your life, it will also not kill any trees in the process. It is offered through EcoBrain, a paperless publisher.  This book is a tool kit that will take you through the process or examining your spending, your habits, and your connection with nature.  Jim Merkel has an interesting background that reinforces the sound advice found in this book.

The book’s introduction finishes with these words:

“We have everything to lose and nothing to lose — everything to gain

and nothing to gain. And we have our life as the greatest expression of

our commitment to the ones we love, to the voiceless, to the land, and

to unborn generations.”  Jim Merkel

Please click on this link to purchase this worthwhile read:

Radical Simplicity: Small Footprints on a Finite Earth

Heidi

One lucky reader will receive a free e-copy of this book. Simply submit a baby of the month suggestion or a tip on how to simplify outdoor travel with children before October 15th and one lucky winner will be selected.