John Meyer Books

Stories for curious explorers....

Hello and welcome to my website! I’m John Meyer, the author of unique adventures that combine the fun facts of history with present-day drama and humor. I call them fictional travel memoirs, because while the books are based on my own thrilling journeys, they also present fictitious love stories.

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

John Meyer on ET Canada desk
Shadows, Shells, and Spain cover

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…
Bulls, Bands, and London cover

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.
Bullets, Butterflies, and Italy cover

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.

Journeys for curious explorers....

Each of my books is based on a truly epic adventure. So here’s your chance to plan your own exhilarating vacations to northern Spain, Pamplona, and Siena 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.
Siena medieval costumes
Leaving Pamplona

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.
San Fermin Festival

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.
Siena Palio

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.