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For a poetry fix, fuel your imagination with America The Beautiful, by Katherine Lee Bates. The now-famed patriotic American song was born from lyrics written by Bates in 1893 who took a trip to the top Pikes Peak by prairie wagon and mule. Once sat atop Pikes Peak and taking in the view, the inspiration for the poem was born, as she later recalled "All the wonder of America seemed displayed there the sea-like expanse."

For a longer read, sink into Havenfall, by New York Times bestselling author, Sara Holland. Released this March, this fantasy novel takes readers to the fictional Colorado town of Havenfall, where main character Maddie loves to spend summers at her uncle's inn. The tale leads to a discovery of a hidden gateway to another world hidden beyond the beautiful Rocky Mountains town, which brings with it discovery, ancient magic and shocking truths. ($9.00 on Amazon AU)

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