Last updated on November 22nd, 2025
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JourneyWoman Travel Book Club
Featured JourneyWoman Book Club Selections
Women Who Followed Their Own Path: Six Unique Travel Books for Women to Inspire a New Direction in 2026
Perfect for holiday gift-giving, these travel books hold a secret dose of inspiration, with stories of women who followed their own path.
JourneyWoman Book Club: “Saltblood”, by Francesca De Tores, Tells the Remarkable Story of Female Pirate Mary Read
In Saltblood, Francesca de Tores shares an unconventional narrative about one of history’s most adventurous women, female pirate Mary Read.
Aging with Style: At 85, Diana Eden Hopes to Inspire Women With New Memoir: “Getting Old and Other Indignities”
At 85, passionate traveller Diana Eden’s new memoir, “Getting Old and Other Indignities” shares the joy and freedom that comes with aging.
2025 JourneyWoman Book Club Meeting
Our last book club meeting will be November 25, 2025 at 8 pm ET. Sessions are recorded and shared on our YouTube channel Sign up here.
Travel by book (in partnership with TripFiction)
10 Books to Inspire Travel to South Africa
In preparation for JourneyWoman’s 30th Anniversary expedition trip in November 2024, we’ve curated 10 books about South Africa for curious travellers.
Ten Great Books Set in The Mediterranean
These ten books set in the Mediterranean will have you planning travels to less-travelled islands like Alba, Crete and Sardinia in no time!
10 Intriguing Books Set in Great Britain and Ireland
Take a break from the classics and discover these 10 intriguing books set in Great Britain and Ireland, from city to countryside.
Discover the Wonders of Asia and India With These 10 Books
JourneyWoman travel book club partner TripFiction recommends 10 books to help solo women travelers discover the wonders of Asia.
Spark Your Curiosity With These 10 Books Set in South America
TripFiction’s Tina Hartas shares 10 books set in Central, Latin, and South America that capture the heart and soul of the countries in this incredibly culturally rich and beautiful part of the world.
Five Inspiring Books Set in the Middle East
TripFiction’s Tina Hartas recommends five books set in the Middle East, a region overflowing with history, beauty and culture.
Featured Memoirs by Women
Women Who Followed Their Own Path: Six Unique Travel Books for Women to Inspire a New Direction in 2026
Perfect for holiday gift-giving, these travel books hold a secret dose of inspiration, with stories of women who followed their own path.
Aging with Style: At 85, Diana Eden Hopes to Inspire Women With New Memoir: “Getting Old and Other Indignities”
At 85, passionate traveller Diana Eden’s new memoir, “Getting Old and Other Indignities” shares the joy and freedom that comes with aging.
With “Nature Swagger”, Rue Mapp Writes a Love Letter to the Outdoors — And Invites Us to Find Joy in Nature
Outdoor Afro Founder and CEO Rue Mapp, winner of the 2023 JourneyWoman Award for lifetime achievement, talks about her hope for the future and her book, Nature Swagger.
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What’s New and Hot
Women Who Followed Their Own Path: Six Unique Travel Books for Women to Inspire a New Direction in 2026
Perfect for holiday gift-giving, these travel books hold a secret dose of inspiration, with stories of women who followed their own path.
JourneyWoman Announces New Women’s Travel Book: “Never Too Late: How Women Travellers 50+ Are Making the Rules”
JourneyWoman’s Carolyn Ray and award-winning photographer Lola Akinmade are collaborating on a new travel book to inspire older women.
Eight New “Soulful” Travel Books by Women to Add to Your Reading List
Get inspired with these new books from Soul of Travel Podcast guests on solo travel adventures, mindful travel and self-discovery.
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Previous book club selections (2020-2024)
JourneyWoman Book Club: Sally Andrew’s “Recipes For Love and Murder”, Set in South Africa
Set in the rural community of Ladismith, South Africa, our June-July 2025 Book Club selection is full of humour, romance, and recipes.
JourneyWoman Book Club: Kindness Wins in Lesley Crewe’s Book “The Spoon Stealer”, Set in Nova Scotia, Canada
Our April Book Club pick is set in Nova Scotia, Canada and the UK. “The Spoon Stealer” shares a heartwarming story of a young woman’s courage, confidence and kindness.
Larissa Behrendt’s “After Story”: More Than a Mother-Daughter Literary Tour of England
Our February 2025 book, ‘After Story’ by Larissa Behrendt, takes us into the world of England’s literary hotspots but goes much deeper.
2025 JourneyWoman Book Club Selections: Books to Spice Up Your Travel Plans
From Bordeaux to Venice, the 2025 JourneyWoman Book Club celebrates the joy and wisdom learned through travel, history and culture.
Set in Crete, Kate Forsyth’s “The Crimson Thread” Explores the Ancient Legend of the Minotaur
Kate Forsyth’s novel, “The Crimson Thread”, reimagines the legend of the Minotaur in the Labyrinth myth set in Crete during WW2.
The Widows of Malabar Hill, Based on the Story of India’s First Female Lawyer
Inspired in part by a real woman who became India’s first female lawyer, The Widows of Malabar Hill brings us to 1920s Bombay.
“Dust Child” by Nguyễn Phan Quế Mai Tells Untold Stories of the Impact of the Vietnam War
Set in 1969 to the present day, Dust Child, by Nguyễn Phan Quế Mai tells the story of four lives entwined forever by the Vietnam War.
A Book for Bookstore Lovers: “The Storied Life of A.J. Fikry”
Set on a fictional island in the US, “The Storied Life of A.J. Fikry” is a powerful reminder about what saves us from loneliness and isolation.
Lisa See’s “Lady Tan’s Circle of Women” Celebrates the Bonds Between Women
Meet bestselling author Lisa See, Author, “Lady Tan’s Circle of Women”, at our November 15 Book Club.
Pip William’s “The Dictionary of Lost Words” Shows How Language Shapes our World
Our October 2023 Book of the Month, “The Dictionary of Lost Words”, explores the creation of the Oxford English Dictionary and how words mean different things to men and women.
Six New Travel Books for the 2023-24 JourneyWoman Book Club
Our JourneyWoman Book Club members have spoken! Announcing six new book selections to help women learn and travel by book.
Maria Dueñas’ Wartime Spy Novel “The Time In Between” Travels Back to 1930s Tangiers
In Maria Duenas’ “The Time In Between”, we learn about the Spanish Civil War from the perspective of a seamstress turned skillful spy.
Sarah Winman’s “Still Life”: A Love Letter to Florence, Italy
Sarah Winman’s captivating novel “Still Life”, set in Florence, Italy, brings the magic of chance encounters and kindred spirits to life.
Getting Real About Spain’s Camino with Jane Christmas and “What the Psychic Told The Pilgrim”
Jane Christmas’s funny memoir of her 780-kilometre trek across Spain on the Camino de Santiago to celebrate her 50th birthday and midlife.
Abi Daré’s Book “The Girl With the Louding Voice” Inspires Hope
Abi Daré’s debut novel, “The Girl With the Louding Voice”, is the unforgettable story of Adunni, a 14-year-old Nigerian girl.
Travel to Japan with Rebecca Copeland’s Suspenseful Novel “The Kimono Tattoo”
Set in Kyoto, Japan, Rebecca Copeland’s thriller “The Kimono Tattoo” shows a deep reverence for Japanese culture.
Set in New Zealand, “Remember Me” Asks ‘Are Some Secrets Best Left Buried?’
Charity Norman’s latest book “Remember Me”, set in New Zealand’s mystical Ruahine Range, is a suspenseful story of love, secrets and loss.
JourneyWoman Book Club: Six Inspiring Travel Books For Women in 2023
The JourneyWoman Book Club announces our next six reads, designed to spark your wanderlust and connect us as women.
Travel by Book to Tangier, Morocco with “Tangerine” by Christine Mangan
For our March 2023 book of the month, we return to Morocco, for a gripping psychological thriller set in 1950s Tangier.
Travel by Book to South America with Isabel Allende’s “Eva Luna”
Set in South America, our February Book is Isabel Allende’s “Eva Luna” which explores the transformative power of words and stories.
The JourneyWoman Book Club Travels to Ukraine With Erin Litteken’s “The Memory Keeper of Kyiv”
JourneyWoman readers have chosen Erin Litteken’s “The Memory Keeper of Kyiv”, set in Ukraine, as our January 2023 Book of the Month.
Movies and Films
G Adventures’ Bruce Poon Tip on “The Last Tourist”, Women and Sustainable Travel
JourneyWoman’s Carolyn Ray and G Adventures founder Bruce Poon Tip, executive producer of “The Last Tourist”, talk about sustainable travel.
Margaret’s Travel Treats: 10 of the Best Travel Documentaries to Feed a Curious Mind
As we look to future travel, here are a fresh selection of films and documentaries shared by JourneyWoman Margaret Byrne in Australia to ease her border blues.
The Ultimate Women’s Travel Movie List: 16+ Top Picks from JourneyWomen
Need a little pick-me-up? Here are 16 of the best travel movies recommended by JourneyWomen to fuel your wanderlust.
Book Club Gift Guides
2025 Black Friday Deals For Travel: Luggage, Electronics, Books and Travel Essentials
Featured image: Get ready for your next adventure for less with these Black Friday deals for travel | Photo by oneinchpunchphotos on EnvatoSave big on these tried-and-tested products loved by women curated by JourneyWoman Black Friday is here, and we’ve rounded up the...
Women Who Followed Their Own Path: Six Unique Travel Books for Women to Inspire a New Direction in 2026
Perfect for holiday gift-giving, these travel books hold a secret dose of inspiration, with stories of women who followed their own path.
30 Valentine’s Day Travel Gifts for the Woman Over 50
Get gift giving inspiration with our list of 30 Valentine’s Day Gifts for the woman over 50 traveller, as recommended by our readers.
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