Queen Mary 2 Cruise to New York

QUEEN MARY 2 CRUISE FROM ENGLAND TO NEW YORK - LITERATURE & LINERS Please Call 1-800-7-CUNARD (1-800-728-6273) and mention Literature and Liners Please join the editors of Literary Traveler this fall aboard the wonderful ocean liner, Queen Mary 2, from Cunard, for a literary traveler's once-in-a-lifetime trans-Atlantic crossing that brings us back to the elegant days of Edith Warton and Mark Twain. The setting will be the decks, staterooms and ballrooms of Queen Mary 2. Passengers on this transatlantic crossing will have the option to take part in the Literature and Liners series. This voyage will be joined by Bill Bryson and Joanne Harris. Don't miss this chance for Literary Travel on the high seas. One of the highlights of this journey is the Queen Mary 2 herself. Join us as we partake of the remarkable amenities of this fabulous floating city during our six night voyage. Treat yourself to a massage at the Canyon Ranch spa and fitness center, visit the planetarium, browse the library, or attend a class taught by some of the world's most well know writers. In the evenings, enjoy a performance at the theatre, have a drink at the piano bar, or take a turn on the dance floor.   Sincerely, Francis McGovern Literary Traveler PS. Please don't hesitate to contact me if you have any questions or would like to join us on this cruise.  Please Call 1-800-314-8602   Discussion Leader(s): Bill Bryson: Best-selling American author Bryson is scheduled for the 1 October westbound Crossing. He is well known for his humorous books on travel, including A Walk in the Woods and The Lost Continent. Bryson also has penned a number of other bestsellers on the subject, as well as those on the English language and scientific subjects. In addition to being an author, Bryson also spent many years writing for The Times and The Independent while living in England. Joanne Harris: The British writer is best known for her acclaimed novel, Chocolat, which was made into an Oscar®-nominated film starring Juliette Binoche and Johnny Depp. She is also the author of The Evil Seed, Sleep, Pale Sister and seven other novels, most recently The Lollipop Shoes and Runemarks. Harris' other works include Jigs & Reels, a collection of short stories, and two cookbooks with food writer Fran Warde - The French Kitchen and The French Market. Her books are now published in more than 40 countries and have won a number of British and international awards. She will be joining the 1 October westbound Crossing, as well as the 12 October eastbound Crossing. Advertisement: Location: England to New York Date(s): October1 - 7, 2010 Fees: Fares range from $995.00 (per person double occupancy) to $4195.00 Please contact Cunard for updated fares and availability. Accomodations: The Queen Mary 2 Advertisement: