Tom Bodett Books in Order
Tom Bodett is a renowned American author, voice actor, and radio host. As the iconic spokesman for Motel 6, he's made the phrase "We'll leave the light on for you" synonymous with hospitality. A native of Sturgis, Michigan, Bodett has had a distinguished career in broadcasting, offering commentary for NPR's All Things Considered and serving as a regular columnist for Mr. Showbiz. His versatile voice has been featured in various projects, including the Animaniacs segments "Mime Time" and "Good Idea/Bad Idea." Bodett has hosted two radio programs: The End of the Road and Bodett & Company, and the public television program Travels on America's Historic Trails. He remains a regular contributor to The Bob Edwards Show and a panelist on NPR's Wait Wait... Don't Tell Me! news quiz show, showcasing his engaging personality and expertise.
Bibliography verified: January 2026
Book Series by Tom Bodett
- #1AmazonAs Far As You Can Go Without A Passport(1985)
- #2AmazonSmall Comforts(1987)
- #3AmazonThe End of the Road(1989)
- #4AmazonThe Big Garage on Clear Shot(1990)
- #5AmazonLast Decent Parking Place in North America(1991)
- #6AmazonExploded(1993)
- #7AmazonFree Fall of Webster Cummings(1995)
- #8AmazonTom Bodett's American Odyssey: The Great Divide(1995)
- #9AmazonTom Bodett's American Odyssey: Peach Picking Time(1995)
- #10AmazonNo Place Like Home(1996)
- #11AmazonTom Bodett's American Odyssey: Ed's Fruits and Vegetables(1996)
- #12AmazonWilliwaw!(1999)
- #13AmazonThe Tom Bodett Value Collection(2000)
- #14AmazonNorman Tuttle on the Last Frontier(2004)
- #15AmazonThe Better Part of the End of the Road(2009)
- #16AmazonOld Fools and Young Hearts(2009)
- #17AmazonGrowing Up, Growing Old and Going Fishing at the End of the Road(2009)
About Tom Bodett
Tom Bodett is a renowned American author, voice actor, and radio host. As the iconic spokesman for Motel 6, he's made the phrase "We'll leave the light on for you" synonymous with hospitality. A native of Sturgis, Michigan, Bodett has had a distinguished career in broadcasting, offering commentary for NPR's All Things Considered and serving as a regular columnist for Mr. Showbiz. His versatile voice has been featured in various projects, including the Animaniacs segments "Mime Time" and "Good Idea/Bad Idea." Bodett has hosted two radio programs: The End of the Road and Bodett & Company, and the public television program Travels on America's Historic Trails. He remains a regular contributor to The Bob Edwards Show and a panelist on NPR's Wait Wait... Don't Tell Me! news quiz show, showcasing his engaging personality and expertise.
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