Out of the Box: Exceptionally Extraordinary

Author James Leach and his wife Cindy own “Jim and Cindy’s Tours” and have been traveling the world for 25 years, escorting curious travelers to 148 international destinations. This 405-page “OUT OF THE BOX” (exceptionally extraordinary) is a wide range of 79 poems and short stories, offering a glimpse into the wild and crazy experiences of this Kansas Native, fully illustrated by 14 creative artists. Also included are 223 personal photos of Jim’s life and world travels, plus the years he farmed 7,000 acres in Bird City, Kansas.

The author has a charismatic personality, displaying his unique and fertile imagination. It’s hard to envision one person writing these world experiences. Jim is a romantic and shares a birthday with author Barbara Cartland on July 9th. In this intriguing collection, many poems exemplify Jim’s actual experiences.

Jim likes people, God and country, music, ballroom and tap dancing, reading, movies, science, boxing, military history, large cities, and small towns! He also enjoys racing his Corvette at a drag strip in Wichita, Kansas, where he now lives. Jim’s creative mind and fun approach to everyday topics make this book a great read!

Jim’s poetry is delightfully entertaining, and it takes the reader on an eclectic, fun ride!!
Orphan Boy, Love on the Mississippi, The American Soldier, How Old is Grandpa, The Dog & The Pig & The Pig’s Brother, Bottom Squirter, The Old Man and The Boy, Mach 2, A Surprise Blizzard, Poverty Street, The Curse of Beauty, plus 68 more!