So what’s it like to ride the best roller coasters in the country? In his new book entitled America ’s Top Roller Coasters and Amusement Parks (A guide for those who ride them and especially for those who FEAR them) Pete Trabucco takes the reader behind the scenes and presents an e-ticket ride to the best amusement parks and roller coasters around the country. Pete is a pilot and freelance writer and has been published in dozens of National magazines. Over the years, he has traveled around the country (as well as internationally) in the aviation industry. While on the road, Pete has acquired a peculiar habit of visiting amusement parks wherever he goes. When he is not working, you will find him at the local amusement park soaking up the sun with family and friends as well as clients. With over 300 top roller coasters ridden, he truly has a story to tell! With thousands of new gravity-defying contraptions across the nation, and more cropping up every day, roller coasters and thrill rides are truly the driving force behind any amusement park and in most cases are the sole basis of that amusement park's very existence. Inside these pages, you will experience the best of the best roller coasters around the country and get an inside look at why this billion-dollar business attracts over 100 million people (or 1 in 3 Americans) a year to its gates. The intention of this book is to explore and share with the readers the best roller coasters and parks around the country—to find out what makes these rides so breathtaking and to help thrill riders make their choices on where to sit and when the best time is to ride the rails.

However, it has also been written to help those of you who simply fear coasters and just want to overcome the fear of these “monsters of the midway.” Imagine it as a tutorial on how to overcome your fear demons… For once, you conquer a chronic childhood fear like this one, isn’t it safe to say that you will then be able to a handle just about any other fear that comes your way. Pete, who overcame this fear in order to share these experiences with his family, says yes and after you read his book, whether you are a roller coaster enthusiast or just one in training, we believe you will enjoy the journey through these pages. The book has been released by Tate Publishing and is available at Tate Publishing as well as Borders, Barnes &Noble, target and at local book stores. The ISPN# is 978-160696-645-7. Pete is also available for interview, book signings and speaking engagements. If you would like a copy of the book or just want to talk with Pete, go to americasrollercoasters.tatepublishing.net. or contact him directly at 732-723-2312 or through e-mail at Trabucco@optonline.net.