Barreling Across America: Sample

We’re excited to introduce a concept we think could be a perfect fit for Cracker Barrel: a custom puzzle book series based on our Across America collection. This screen-free, state-by-state journey is filled with puzzles, trivia, and fun facts that celebrate the charm and history of all 50 states. It’s designed to entertain guests and bring families together along the way.

We’d customize this series specifically for Cracker Barrel, aligning it with your in-store experience, retail strategy, and guest engagement goals. Designed as a collectible, it would be sold only in your retail locations, encouraging return visits as new volumes are released. We use IngramSpark for printing and distribution, making the fulfillment process smooth, scalable, and retail-ready.

To give you a feel for tone and format, we’ve attached a short sample below.

In the full version, we envision an immersive experience with approximately 12 themed puzzles per state—from trivia and word searches to crosswords and rebus challenges—creating a rich journey through regional culture, food, music, and roadside Americana. These books are crafted to entertain a broad age range, offering wholesome, screen-free fun that’s perfect for road trips, rainy days, and relaxed evenings on the porch.

This project is powered by something proven and low-tech: the puzzle book. It’s not just entertainment, it’s a keepsake that deepens emotional connection and reinforces Cracker Barrel’s role as a cherished stop on the American road trip.

This sample is intended for internal review only. The cover art includes a placeholder “Country Barrel” logo in place of Cracker Barrel’s official branding, used solely to convey the tone and spirit of the proposed concept.