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Imagine: Charlotte’s Web and The Pushcart War meet National Treasure!

SOME THINGS SHOULD NEVER BE BOUGHT -- OR SOLD.

When ten-year-old Allie Campion wins a finalist slot in the Friendly Family Freedom Franks national Fourth of July essay contest, she and her dad, Dan, depart their small Virginia town, embarking upon a zany whirlwind adventure in the nation's capital. During their week in Washington, Allie and her spirited fellow finalists discover a conspiracy of crony corruption in high places, and - inspired in part by a curmudgeonly American bald eagle - gallantly set about revealing the truth and righting the wrongs. But can they prevail, all while navigating betrayal, defamation, and their own growing need for independence?

Intelligently and charmingly written by a former licensed D.C. tour guide, Some Guy Wants to Buy the Fourth of July™ offers readers a heartwarming, wholesome, laugh-out-loud tale of the indefatigable American spirit.

Suitable for independent reading by ages 8 and up. Family-friendly, educational, enjoyable entertainment. Highly recommended for vocabulary and civics learning.

"A bedazzling book! A fun read for all freedom-lovers… Former D.C. tour guide, Beth Homicz, takes readers on a rousing 'tour' of the capital that includes political chicanery, vile villains, an eloquent eagle, and some very smart, determined children."

-- Claire Wolfe, author of Hardyville Tales and other books

About the Author

Beth Homicz is a national award-winning former local reporter and a co-author of AMC’s Best Day Hikes near Washington, D.C. (Appalachian Mountain Club Books: 2023, 2017, and 2011). As a licensed professional tour guide based in the nation’s capital for many years, Beth hosted more than 15,000 travelers from all walks of life – primarily student groups – on their own memorable Washington adventures. She now lives in the mountains of Virginia, where she is at work on several other stories. This is her first novel.

Published by Windrise Books, first printing July 2025

Third printing, April 2026

List Price: $14.95 (paperback); ISBN 979-8-9992994-0-6

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