Book excerpt: Hotshot rookie race car Lightning McQueen is living life in the fast lane . . . until he hits a detour on his way to the most important race of his life. Stranded in Radiator Springs, a forgotten town on U.S. Route 66, he meets Sally, Mater, Doc Hudson, and a variety of quirky characters who help him discover that there's more to life than trophies and fame. Disney Pixar fans will love this collector's edition graphic-novel-style retelling of the movie, available in hardcover and softcover from Joe Books."