Books by Kalya Ryan

50 Maps of the World: Explore the globe with 50 fact-filled maps! (The 50 States)

by Ben Handicott, Kalya Ryan

Discover the most awesome places on Earth. An essential addition to the bookshelf of any young travel lover, map maestro, or geography genius.

Geography, history, and culture spill from the pages of this luxuriously illustrated treasure trove of travel knowledge for 7-to-10-year-olds. Each two-page spread is dedicated to a different country, providing both quick-fire facts and the chance to delve deeper into what makes every nation unique. Natural wonders, bustling metropolises, storied pasts, and cultural icons are all presented in expert detail from experienced explorers Ben Handicott and Kalya Ryan, alongside Sol Linero’s eye-popping artwork.

Meet our earliest ancestors in Ethiopia, marvel at Machu Picchu in Peru, and visit the floating villages of Cambodia, in this colorful guide to 50 fascinating countries. It’s a diverse guide that spans from Spain to Singapore, Colombia to Canada, Turkey to Tanzania, and more.

Each spread includes dozens of spotlighted locations, a timeline of the nation’s history, and introductions to the people who have helped shape it.

With the expertise of Ben Handicott (Hello Atlas, Atlas of Adventures: Wonders of the World) and Kalya Ryan, alongside the stunning illustrations of Sol Linero (The 50 States, 50 Cities of the U.S.A.), experience the diversity of our world like never before.

50 Maps of the World reimagines what maps for kids can be, providing not just a geographical fact-fest, but a vivid insight into the history, culture, and wildlife that shape our living world. This is the perfect way for aspiring adventurers to find out more about all the exciting destinations around the world. A quirky, dynamic book of atlases that makes a perfect companion for holidays and during trip planning.

Lonely Planet Experience France (Travel Guide)

by Damian Harper, Joe Bindloss, Lonely Planet, Kalya Ryan, Sarah Bennett, Catherine Le Nevez, Gregor Clark, Nicola Williams, Kerry Christiani, Andrew Bain, Anita Isalska, Oliver Berry, Alexis Averbuck, Daniel Robinson, Sarah Baxter, Paul Bloomfield, Paul Bloomfeild, Janine Eberle, David Else, Andy Murdock, Helen Elfer, Sarah Reid

Lonely Planet: The world's leading travel guide publisher
Inside Lonely Planet's Experience France you'll travel through vibrant cities, rural villages, majestic mountains and swanky chateaux, discovering the secrets to French style, embarking on your own study of wines and cheeses, and immersing yourself in history, art and all things la belle France.
This new part-pictorial, part-guidebook hardback is built around themes that introduce you to the heart of France, and is packed with trip-planning tips and inspiring advice on the most authentic local sights and activities - shining a spotlight on the huge diversity of people, places, culture, food and history that shape this extraordinary country. It's perfect for seasoned travellers and lovers of all things French who want to discover something new and exciting.
- Includes over 70 experiences stretching across France
- Multiple ways to navigate the book - thematically, geographically or by interest
- Hundreds of stunning photos on gloss paper stock
Experience France is presented across five themes:
- Innovation & Creation: France ahead of the curve
- Je Ne Sais Quoi: That intangible quality that makes France so French
- Joie de Vivre: A talent for enjoyment of life
- Light & Shade: Art & revolution, love & war
- Out of the Blue: Unexpected and surprising France
Get to the heart of France and begin your journey now!
Inside Lonely Planet's Experience France: Full-colour images throughout Inspiration for your next trip, to help tailor it to your personal needs and interests Insider tips that reveal sights and cultural attractions beyond the guidebooks Covers French icons, modern France, the French way of life and more
The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet's Experience France covers both top sights and roads less travelled, and is the perfect place to get inspired and plan an itinerary for an upcoming trip.
Once you've decided where you're headed in France, check out the relevant Lonely Planet French destination travel guides for even more detailed planning and on-the-go advice.
About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company and the world's number one travel guidebook brand, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973. Over the past four decades, we've printed over 145 million guidebooks and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travellers. You'll also find our content online, on mobile, video and in 14 languages, 12 international magazines, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and more.

Experience Spain

by Josephine Quintero, Regis St. Louis, Duncan Garwood, Lonely Planet, John Noble, Ben Handicott, Kalya Ryan, Catherine Le Nevez, Gregor Clark, Lucy Corne, Anthony Ham, Andrew Bain, Anita Isalska, Brendan Sainsbury, Oliver Berry, Andy Symington, Sally Davies, Sarah Baxter, Lorna Parkes, Isabella Noble, Clifton Wilkinson, Sarah Reid, Oliver Smith

Lonely Planet: The world's leading travel guide publisher

Inside Lonely Planet's Experience Spain you'll travel through buzzing cities, rural villages, rugged mountains and blissful beaches, discovering the secrets of Barcelona and Madrid's nightlife, eating your way through the streets on a delectable tapas tour, and finding your new favourite hike, festival and siesta spot.

This new part-pictorial, part-guidebook hardback is built around themes that introduce you to the heart of Spain, and is packed with trip-planning tips and information on the most authentic local sights and activities - shining a spotlight on the huge diversity of people, places, culture, food and history that shape this extraordinary country. It's perfect for seasoned travellers and lovers of all things Spanish who want to discover something new and exciting.

- Includes over 75 experiences stretching across Spain
- Multiple ways to navigate the book - thematically, geographically or by interest
- Hundreds of stunning photos on gloss paper stock

Experience Spain is presented across five themes:

- Tradition & Passion: Family, culture and customs
- The Good Things in Life: Chill out in the Spanish sun
- Living History: The story of Spain through cave art, castles and Quixote's windmills
- Art & Modernity: Innovation and Spain today
- Adventure: An active exploration from mountains to coast

Get to the heart of Spain and begin your journey now!

Inside Lonely Planet's Experience Spain:

• Full-colour images throughout
• Inspiration for your next trip, to help tailor it to your personal needs and interests
• Insider tips that reveal sights and cultural attractions beyond the guidebooks
• Covers Spanish icons, modern Spain, the Spanish way of life and more

The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet'sExperience Spain covers both top sights and roads less travelled, and is the perfect place to get inspired and plan an itinerary for an upcoming trip.

Once you've decided where you're headed in Spain, check out the relevant Lonely Planet Spanish destination travel guides for even more detailed planning and on-the-go advice.

About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company and the world's number one travel guidebook brand, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973. Over the past four decades, we've printed over 145 million guidebooks and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travellers. You'll also find our content online, on mobile, video and in 14 languages, 12 international magazines, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and more.