Winter Olympics Guide Recognized by USA Book News

USA Book News has named Torino 2006: A Locals Guide to the Winter Olympics," by James Sajo, a Finalist in the Best Books 2005" competition.

Livermore, CA (PRWEB) October 6, 2005 -- USA Book News has named Torino 2006: A Locals Guide to the Winter Olympics," by James Sajo, a Finalist in the Best Books 2005" competition.

"Torino 2006: A Local's Guide to the Winter Olympics" is a pocket-sized guide published by Wing Span Press that combines valuable information about a little known Italian destination with details of one of the worlds largest sporting events. USA Curling News calls it a good buy for visitors." An independent review on amazon.com says, the best Ive found on travel and entertainment."

The book has 130 pages of practical information including descriptions of important tourist sites, dining suggestions, a regional wine guide and more. Olympic data includes a schedule of competition and descriptions of each sports venue in Turin and outlying mountain villages.

An extensive list of useful Italian words and phrases, detailed maps of central Turin, and a thorough explanation of the public transportation network complete the guide.

Sajo is a freelance journalist who has lived in Italy for 13 years. His experience writing about Italian travel, sports, cuisine and culture provided the tools for a comprehensive book that will help visitors enrich their Olympic experience.

The book sells for $10 or 8 Euro and is available at www.overlookedbooks.com. It is also available in selected bookstores in Turin.

About the book:

Title: Torino 2006, A Locals Guide to the Winter Olympics

Author: James Sajo

Nonfiction Travel Guide

Publication date: September 2005

130 pages, perfect bound soft cover

ISBN: 1-59594-009-X

US $10

Euro 8

Available at www.overlookedbooks.com

Published by: Wingspan Press, Livermore, CA

Web: www.wingspanpress.com

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