John Meyer Books

travel fiction for curious explorers…

I’m John Meyer, the author of fictional travel novels that combine the fun facts of history with present-day drama and humor. Based on my adventures, these are thrilling guidebooks filled with very real travel details along with very imagined love stories.

So look around… discover all the details about my travel books, uncover the day-in-the-life drama of a working writer in my blog, or even collect practical tips for your next adventure on my travel pages!

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Shadows, Shells, and Spain

Jamie searches for his wife who has left him without any explanation. Then an urgent message arrives. His wife’s confessions and whereabouts are disclosed in several letters she’s left hidden along the ancient Camino trail. All Jamie has to do is retrace her footsteps…

Shadows, Shells, and Spain Details

Bulls, Bands, and London

Neil will do anything to win over the sexy but reckless Jordan. Even follow her to the rock ‘n’ roll wonderland of London and the chaotic debauchery of Pamplona’s San Fermin Festival—where secrets are exposed and their fragile relationship threatens to tear apart.

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Bullets, Butterflies, and Italy

Zack hopes his trip to captivating Amalfi, majestic Rome, and breathtaking Siena will inspire him to enjoy a happier life. Falling in love is certainly a good start. Unfortunately, he also offends an elusive mobster who threatens to turn his dream trip into a nightmare.

Bullets, Butterflies, and Italy Details

Adventures for curious explorers...

Each of my travel books is based on an epic journey. So here’s your chance to plan your own exhilarating vacations to Siena, Pamplona, and northern Spain with practical tips on where to stay, where to eat, and what you can expect when you add a pilgrimage or a foreign festival to your itinerary.

Spain Camino

If you’re planning on walking the Camino de Santiago, this page is for you! When to go, how long you should go, what to bring, what not to bring… Plus warnings and tips to make your Camino experience the best it can be.

Spain Camino Details

Pamplona Bulls

Here you’ll find details on the eight-day binge of bulls, beer, and reckless bravado in Pamplona during its equally glorious and controversial San Fermin festival. Plus details and tips on the rules and dangers of the Running of the Bulls.

San Fermin Festival Details

Siena Palio

All you need to know about Siena’s spectacular Palio festival. Plus race day tips and warnings as the Tuscan town’s fervent citizens gather to watch the historic horse race around its beautiful Piazza del Campo.

Siena Palio Details