FREE Book for Today: A Woman’s Survival Guide to Shopping in Rural Mexico: Where to Go to Get the Essentials

If you find yourself far from the comfort zones of ex-pat communities and need to stock up on essentials, A Woman’s Survival Guide to Shopping in Rural Mexico is here to help! This handy guide is your go-to resource for navigating the unique shopping experiences that rural Mexico has to offer. From markets filled with fresh produce to the surprising world of livestock trading, this book empowers you to shop like a local with confidence and ease.

Inside, you’ll discover:

  • Tips on where to find essentials: From groceries to household items, learn the best local spots to pick up what you need.
  • Navigating traditional markets: Get insider advice on how to approach open-air mercados, find the freshest foods, and even bargain like a pro.
  • Specialized shopping tips: Thinking about livestock? Ready to try new ingredients? This guide covers everything you need to know for a successful rural shopping adventure.

So grab your bag, say ¡Vamos de compra! and download A Woman’s Survival Guide to Shopping in Rural Mexico today. With this book in hand, you’ll be prepared for any shopping scenario, making your time in rural Mexico smoother and more enjoyable. Happy exploring!

August 2023 Writing Challenge Update

I wasn’t sure I was going to finish the shopping book in July. Not only did formatting give me grief, but the rainy season meant my internet was unstable, and uploading the manuscript to Amazon took DAYS! 
Anyway, to celebrate, the ebook version of A Woman’s Survival Guide to Shopping in Rural Mexico: Where to Go to Get the Essentials is FREE August 1-5. The print version is still under review and not live quite yet on Amazon. 


As much as I want to work on herbs some more (the wellness garden book is calling my name), I’m going to spend this month working on another book in La Yacata series. It’s not my best-selling series, but I’m pretty sure I can get this one out in a month, as I have the draft done already. Remember that impressive list of WIP I started the year with?


I am going to do some revisions on The Mexican Apothecary book. I received some constructive criticism which I’m going to use to rethink the book before I move on to the next one in the series. So I won’t totally be deprived of herbs this month! Don’t forget to grab your free book!