Our Own Emily Carter’s Debut Essay Collection A Spork in the Road Lands on National Bestseller List

The Detour Book Tour rolls on as “A Spork in the Road” takes the country by storm.

We’re over the moon to share that A Spork in the Road, the debut collection of essays by local author Emily Carter, has earned a spot on IngramSpark’s Top 5 Memoirs list this May! That’s right—Emily’s heartfelt, often hilarious reflections on life’s twists and turns are resonating far beyond Carteret County, and we couldn’t be prouder.

If you’re not familiar with IngramSpark, it’s one of the major platforms that gets indie-published books into the hands of readers all over the world—from local bookshops and libraries to big online retailers. Making their Top 5 list is no small feat. It means “Sporky” is not only selling well, but connecting with readers across the country.

Published under our EPIC Carteret Books imprint, A Spork in the Road is a collection of sharp, tender, and laugh-out-loud essays that navigate the unexpected moments that make a life. Since the book’s release, Emily’s been busy bringing those stories to life through her Detour Book Tour, with stops in places like Bogue Banks, Greensboro, Carthage, and Morehead City. Up next: events in Raleigh, Southport, and Pawleys Island, South Carolina.

One early reader, Jen Heironimus, captured the spirit of the book perfectly:

“This is not a book to read all at once. Keep it on your nightstand. Flip to a random page when you need perspective. The visuals of Southern life? Unrivaled. You can tell each sentence was crafted for maximum visual effect.”

We hope you’ll come say hi at an upcoming event—and bring a friend. You’ll laugh, you might cry, and you’ll definitely leave with a new favorite book. Get to know Emily better and pick up a copy of her book at one of her readings or online at achicksview.com.