I’m reflecting on my Camino journey from nine years ago, captured in this photo on a historic stone bridge in Spain, as I celebrate the anniversary of my book “Show Me The Way to Santiago,” published after four years of writing and editing. It took me two years to write the book and another two years working with editors to hone it to its final publication.
The Camino de Santiago, a 500-mile pilgrimage route, saw a record 446,000 pilgrims in 2024, a 10% increase from the previous year, highlighting its growing global appeal. My book joins a rich tradition of Camino literature, a genre that includes works by authors like Paulo Coelho and Shirley MacLaine, often blending personal transformation with cultural exploration.
The weather during my 2016 pilgrimage was cold and wet in Spain, contrasting sharply with a UK heatwave that saw temperatures hit 30°C (86°F) in May, an unusual event for that time of year.
Writing “Show Me The Way to Santiago” was a deeply personal process, inspired by the myths, legends, and fellow pilgrims I encountered, much like Robert Mullen’s “Call Of The Camino,” which also weaves historical lore with personal stories.
The bridge in the photo is part of the Camino Francés, a UNESCO World Heritage route, known for its medieval architecture and scenic landscapes, which I vividly describe in my book.
I’m thrilled to share that “Show Me The Way to Santiago” is still available for purchase. I’m still as proud of Show Me The Way to Santiago as I am of my new poetry pamphlet IMPRINTS, which was launched on Saturday.
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Show Me The Way To Santiago
I am happy to announce that Show Me The Way To Santiago will be available from the 18th April. All my profits from the sales of the book will go to the Motor Neurone Disease Society (MND)
The paperback version will retail at £17.99 from Amazon and other on-line book selling outlets. Sales from this route will contribute around £2 per book to the MND.
Purchase here: A kindle version is available for £6.99. This will contribute £2.40 per book to MND.
I will be purchasing a number of books myself, in order to provide books for friends and family and to provide signed copies. (upon request).
Some of these books will be available for future book launch events, when circumstances allow. Such signed copies will be available for £14.50 plus postage. This arrangement will contribute £5 per book to the MND.
To take advantage of this offer contact me on the CONTACT ME page