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Escape and inspiration about unusual and fascinating places, as well as the deeper side of books and travel.
I'm Jo Frances Penn (J.F. Penn), award-winning author of thrillers, dark fantasy, crime and memoir, and I'll be doing solo shows about my travel experiences and interviewing authors about how travel inspires their writing. Plus book recommendations for every interview so you have things to read on the move.

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J.F. Penn Jo Frances Penn

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LK Wilde
LK Wilde is an author known for her exploration of themes related to spirituality and community. She has a deep connection to Lindisfarne, a place that inspires her writing and reflects her interests in the intersection of the physical and spiritual worlds. Her works often delve into the complexities of identity shaped by close-knit communities.
Andy The Highlander
Andy The Highlander is a storyteller and cultural ambassador who specializes in sharing the rich history and legends of Scotland. With a deep passion for the Scottish landscape, he brings to life the tales of ancient standing stones, whirlpools, and the myths surrounding famous battles. His work focuses on preserving and promoting Scottish culture and heritage through engaging narratives.
Steve Hall
Steve Hall is a multi-award-winning documentary filmmaker and a seasoned adventure hiker known for his extensive explorations of Death Valley National Park. His work often highlights the unique and sometimes perilous aspects of desert environments, providing audiences with a deeper understanding of these stark landscapes.

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graveyards cemeteries ossuaries life and death Franz Kafka Lindisfarne thin places spirituality community identity sacred sites Scotland ancient legends rugged beauty myths famous battles culture heritage storytelling Death Valley desert landscape documentary filmmaker adventure hiking superblooms curiosity reinvention inspiration travel writing

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Walking Amongst The Dead: Graveyards, Cemeteries, And Ossuaries With J.F. Penn

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J.F. Penn
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graveyards cemeteries ossuaries life and death Franz Kafka

“The meaning of life is that it stops.” — Franz Kafka I’ve always felt most grateful to be alive when I walk among the dead. That might sound strange, but bear with me! Step through a lychgate into a church yard or descend a narrow stone stair into a catacomb or ossuary, and the pace […]

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Thin Places and Tidal Shores: Lindisfarne, Holy Island, With LK Wilde

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J.F. Penn
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LK Wilde
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Lindisfarne thin places spirituality community identity sacred sites

What makes the tiny island of Lindisfarne a “thin place” where the spiritual and physical worlds seem to meet? How does living in such a close-knit community shape one’s identity? And what secrets lie beyond the tourist paths on this ancient sacred site? LK Wilde and J.F. Penn talk about their love of Lindisfarne.Laura is […]

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Lochs And Legends. Scotland With Andy The Highlander

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Jo Frances Penn
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Andy The Highlander
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Scotland ancient legends rugged beauty myths famous battles culture heritage storytelling

Experience the rugged beauty, ancient legends, and captivating history of Scotland with Andy the Highlander. From standing stones and whirlpools to myths and famous battles, Andy shares stories that bring the Scottish landscape alive. Discover why Scotland is more than tartans and bagpipes in this fascinating discussion about culture, heritage, and a passion for storytelling. […]

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Desert Storms and Superblooms: Death Valley With Steve Hall

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Jo Frances Penn
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Steve Hall
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Death Valley desert landscape documentary filmmaker adventure hiking superblooms

What are the fascinating — and also dangerous — aspects of Death Valley National Park? How does visiting a stark desert landscape give us perspective about our place in the world? Steve Hall is a multi-award-winning documentary filmmaker and a seasoned adventure hiker renowned for his extensive explorations of Death Valley National Park. What’s special […]

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Curiosity, Reinvention, And Inspiration: The Return Of Books and Travel

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Jo Frances Penn
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curiosity reinvention inspiration travel writing

Welcome back to the Books and Travel Podcast! In this episode, I explore why I’m restarting the show, how travel has shaped my writing, and the deeper reasons we journey—both physically and through books. From revisiting my first episode to discussing reinvention, curiosity, and the meaning of travel, this is a fresh start filled with inspiration […]

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