by Jeff Dixon
Now some of you may be thinking…what happens next? Will we see more of Grayson Hawkes in the future? Good questions to be sure. The answer is a vague but intriguing…time will tell. There are surely many other things for him to do… but in the meantime, there are many avenues for us to explore. So close the book and start exploring. The world is waiting, your future is yet to be discovered. The best time to get started is right now.
Jeff Dixon
Author, dreamer, a fellow adventurer
Key to the Kingdom
Unlocking the Kingdom
Storming the Kingdom
www.DixonOnDisney.com
Bibliography
The following resources were invaluable in understanding the background, history, operation, and attractions within Walt Disney World.
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———. The Vault of Walt Volume 2. United States of America: Theme Park Press, 2013.
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———. The Quotable Walt Disney. New York: Disney Editions, 2001.
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Websites
These are a few of the author’s favorite Disney news and fan sites that helped provide information and resources beyond the printed page. The WDW Radio Show, http://www.wdwradio.com.
Inside the Magic w/ Ricky Brigante, http://www.distantcreations.com.
Jim Hill Media, http://www.jimhillmedia.com.
Disney Pal, http://www.disney-pal.com.
Passport to Dreams Old and New, http://www.passport2dreams.blogspot.com.
Resort Information, http://www.mouseplanet.com.
Disney History Institute, http://www.disneyhistoryinstitute.com.
DIS, http://www.wdwinfo.com.
Walt Disney World News, http://www.wdwmagic.com.