More Than Halfway to Somewhere

These terrific tales of travel from around the globe find Australian-born, US-based writer John Burbidge swapping Perth, WA for Chicago, hitch-hiking in Africa, praying to Lord Ganesh on the way to Rajapur, derailed while crossing the Nullabor and being pursued by a wild pig in a Central American rainforest.

- Will Yeoman, The West Australian

Already winning accolades for Best Travel Writing at this year's Solas Awards for his wonderfully funny and engaging 'King of the Road' chapter, Burbidge has crafted one of my favourite books to date on the subject of travel.

- Terry Larder, Out in Perth

A writer I admire brings freshness and humor to his world travels. This book is especially enjoyable because we don't have to go anywhere to appreciate it. He's been there for us!

- Peter Goers, ABC Radio, Adelaide

More Than Halfway to Somewhere is a fascinating glimpse into the kind of travel I've never done. While The Spouse and I are flexible and adaptable independent travellers, we plan our itineraries meticulously...where we're going, where we're staying, what museums and galleries we'll visit and sometimes even which restaurants we want to go to. But John Burbidge's travels have been much more adventurous and infinitely more serendipitous.

- Lisa Hill, ANZ LitLovers LitBlog

Already a sensitive biographer and memoirist, John delivers here a series of observant and entertaining snapshots from a well-traveled life. 

- Suzanne Falkiner, author, Sydney

A world traveller myself, I enjoyed reading More Than Halfway to Somewhere immensely. I liked the book's episodic pattern and I share John's view that the main joy of travel is getting to know people and how being away from home creates unique new opportunities. This is a convincing and entertaining book, beautifully written, and a rewarding read for any traveller, whether armchair or on the road.

- Dr Susan Boyd, author of Not Always Diplomatic