‘Life is not about what you own, life is about what you do.’

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Some of the things you can do on this website include reading sample chapters, watching TV interviews and learning a little bit more about the inspirational travel talks that I do for Schools, Travellers and Corporate clients alike. If you want the full nitty gritty of the story then you have to pay the price of a small handbag and order the book direct .

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1st Jan 2010 - A Maren Mende Book Review to start the new year!
When I was given this book by a friend I had no idea what to expect. Much like the author judges Lohrey’s ‘The Philosopher’s Doll’ by its title and cover, I was doing the same. I saw a girly travel journal, written by a man I had never heard of. I set out scrutinising every word, questioning the necessity of every paragraph, not caring what the author might think of my overly-critical review and correct-grammar-OCD.

However, as I read my way through the heart-warmingly honest descriptions of each day of Will Baxter’s journey, I began to feel like I knew him. I subconsciously found myself analysing his personality, making comparisons and finding similarities and differences between myself and the people described in this book. I found myself laughing at the first, naïve and fearful… Read full review.

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22nd October 2009 - The Mere Book Launch
Read all about the Mere book launch.

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What would you like to do now?
a) Read the full story. (Article that appeared in the Derby Telegraph).
b) Read the first chapter. (Will jetting off from Heathrow to Mumbai).
c) Order your copy of the book today.