The End of 2015 and the Start of 2016 – Why I’m Not Returning to the UK
The end of 2015 brought with it my return to the UK, briefly. I promised to return for Christmas, but I’ve quickly made the decision that I will not live in this country any longer. I won’t say that it’s because I hate the UK or that I’ve turned against Yorkshire, but the world beyond has altered me.
Although 2015 has yet to end, I already know what I’m going to do in 2016.
A Life on the Road
I’ve spoken to many people about how leaving home feels. And I can confirm that how I feel about home is entirely normal. When you leave your home you often never want to go back to it. From the first day back in the UK, I realised I didn’t really want to be here.
The reality is I find life far more interesting abroad. And that’s why in 2016 I fully intend on continuing my life of travel. The first year demonstrated that I could sustain it with few problems, and considering I managed it in Europe I’m sure in cheaper parts of the world it will be no problem.
The Churn
But of course I’m not going on holiday when I travel. I still have to work. I’m still limited by my need to access the Internet. I hope one day that satellite technology will enable me to use the Internet regardless of where I am in the world, but until that time I have to be careful.
I’m continuing to write my books and I’m going to continue releasing them. You should expect an extra week or two added to my release schedule simply because my current Pomp and Poverty series is longer than anything I’ve written before. Every book is at least 20k words more.
Plus, later this year I want to begin opening a beta reading team, where you can receive my latest releases for free in exchange for nothing but your opinion. More on that in the future, but if you subscribe to my newsletter you’ll be hearing all about it soon.
First Destination
My first destination in 2016 is most certainly Spain. Why? Because I figure it’s one of the warmest places in Europe at this time of year. Granted, it’s still not that warm, but when you’ve been living in Ukraine in November and December I’m sure it can’t be that bad.
Yes, I’m staying in Europe again. I think I’m going to travel along the Mediterranean this year all the way to Istanbul again.
Writing business will be resumed as normal, however.
Until next time…
James Farner
Although 2015 has yet to end, I already know what I’m going to do in 2016.
A Life on the Road
Leeds Upon My Return
I’ve spoken to many people about how leaving home feels. And I can confirm that how I feel about home is entirely normal. When you leave your home you often never want to go back to it. From the first day back in the UK, I realised I didn’t really want to be here.
The reality is I find life far more interesting abroad. And that’s why in 2016 I fully intend on continuing my life of travel. The first year demonstrated that I could sustain it with few problems, and considering I managed it in Europe I’m sure in cheaper parts of the world it will be no problem.
The Churn
But of course I’m not going on holiday when I travel. I still have to work. I’m still limited by my need to access the Internet. I hope one day that satellite technology will enable me to use the Internet regardless of where I am in the world, but until that time I have to be careful.
I’m continuing to write my books and I’m going to continue releasing them. You should expect an extra week or two added to my release schedule simply because my current Pomp and Poverty series is longer than anything I’ve written before. Every book is at least 20k words more.
Plus, later this year I want to begin opening a beta reading team, where you can receive my latest releases for free in exchange for nothing but your opinion. More on that in the future, but if you subscribe to my newsletter you’ll be hearing all about it soon.
First Destination
The bridge to my departure from Amsterdam
My first destination in 2016 is most certainly Spain. Why? Because I figure it’s one of the warmest places in Europe at this time of year. Granted, it’s still not that warm, but when you’ve been living in Ukraine in November and December I’m sure it can’t be that bad.
Yes, I’m staying in Europe again. I think I’m going to travel along the Mediterranean this year all the way to Istanbul again.
Writing business will be resumed as normal, however.
Until next time…
James Farner
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