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The Towpath: History, Mystery, and the Making of a Thriller

  • Kirtland Public Library 9267 Chillicothe Road Kirtland, Ohio, 44094 United States (map)

What secrets lie buried beneath the trails, forests, and waterways of the Cuyahoga Valley?

Join Northeast Ohio author Jonathan Walter for a fascinating presentation exploring the real history, legends, folklore, and hidden influences behind his time-travel suspense thriller, THE TOWPATH. Drawing from the rich heritage of the Ohio & Erie Canal, Cuyahoga Valley National Park, Indigenous history, local mysteries, and forgotten lore, Walter will reveal how Northeast Ohio itself became a character in the novel.

Perfect for readers, history enthusiasts, and fans of suspense, this engaging talk blends storytelling, regional history, and behind-the-scenes insight into the creative process behind THE TOWPATH and its companion novella, THE LOST DIARY OF GIL STANFORD.

Copies of THE TOWPATH will be available for purchase and signing following the presentation.

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