Newly published - The Half Bird by Susan Smillie

If you loved The Salt Path by Raynor Winn, you will really enjoy this wonderful exploration of the world by boat from author Susan Smillie. The book tracks Susan’s journey in her beloved boat, Isean, whose name means the young of any bird in Gaelic. Learning to sail in her thirties and setting off on an adventure around the British Isles after quitting her job in London, the story is one of adventure on the high seas, thoughtful reflection on life and a commitment to allowing life to unfold before you.

A spontaneous departure from her initial intent of sailing around Britain, finds Susan heading across the channel and down Europe’s Atlantic coast and then into the non-tidal waters of the Mediterranean and on to Greece. The journey over sea runs parallel with an inner journey, which leads her to a newfound appreciation of the simple things like the beauty of her surroundings, being safe and for just being alive.

A lesson on how to live, how to heal, how to grow and how to fly

Gordan Buchanan, wildlife filmmaker

The book is sure to be a best-seller, pre-order your copy here