Alaska Curiosities is a good-naturedly humorous compendium of the state's quirks and characters, with wholesome Americana content that will appeal to the whole family. A fun and accessible combination of almanac, off-the-wall travel guide, and wacky news gazette, Alaska Curiosities is great for travelers and non travelers alike. About author(s): B. B. Mackenzie is the pseudonym for the author of ten Alaska books for children and adults. An Alaskan for over thirty years, she lived in several villages in southwestern Alaska before moving to Fairbanks and then Anchorage. She blogs at 49writers.blogspot.com and retreats to a riverside cabin whenever she gets a chance.