Travel Mischief
True tales of wild places, strange encounters, and the soul of the road ( as a starter phrase on the back)
This is not your average travel diary.
Travel Mischief drops you into real, raw, and often hilarious stories from the forgotten fringes of the map—where rules blur, wild characters thrive, and culture isn’t just observed, it’s lived. Whether dodging crocodiles in Sudan, navigating riots in Papua New Guinea, diving into ancient tribal lands, or getting into unexpected trouble on the Trans-Siberian Railway, these true tales are filled with heart, danger, and poetic insight.
From the deep jungle to high mountains, dusty outposts to sacred festivals, this book captures the spirit of adventure that comes only when you leave comfort behind and walk straight into the unknown.
If you crave authentic experiences, dream of connection beyond tourism, and don’t mind laughing at life’s chaos along the way—this book is your invitation.
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Online Book Club review by Ikenga Evanson
According to Steve Kenyon, one of the greatest things about travelling is that we get to visit all the places we read about in books. In his book, Travel Mischief, he provides snippets of his travel adventures to at least 64 countries worldwide. His travels span from the mountainous jungles in Mongolia to the African Savannah and professional duties in North America. Kenyon does not promise a detailed chronological account of his travels; he gives bits from his memory in a manner that’s vivid and informative to the readers. The timeline of the stories ranges from as far back as the 1960s to as late as 2022 and encompasses various aspects of his life, such as work, leisure, social life, and family.
What I enjoyed most about this book is how the author is multifaceted. The ‘Jack of All Trades’ persona makes the stories interesting to read by introducing a variety of events and activities: from being a construction worker to an English teacher to joining the film industry. Steve Kenyon’s stories are quite adventurous and not just geographically. One thing that the book certainly delivers is humor, lots of it. Also included are the facts and history of the places he visited, such as his homeland, Australia, and other countries.
This book excels in almost all aspects. The language is vivid, straightforward, and easy to relate to, even for the average reader. The pictures included at the start of some of the chapters helped connect with some of the author’s experiences. What I appreciated the most were the bits of wisdom in Chapters 61 and 62, which were witty and informative. There’s nothing to criticize or dislike about this book. I could not help but share in Kenyon’s sense of humor, a human both simple and complex. The only thing I’d wish for is that the author could have provided a detailed chronological account of his life and travel; maybe that’s an idea for another book.
Travel Mischief deserves a perfect rating due to the issues I have highlighted. I rate it 5 out of 5 stars. The editing was exceptionally well done, as I did not note even a single typo. It contains no sexual content and just a couple of profane words, but nothing more than spicing up the stories.
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Travel Mischief
by Faith Strable (OnlineBookClub.org) –
I’ll love to read this book because I feel like I’ll get to travel the world through Steve Kenyon’s eyes without leaving my chair. I’m excited by the mix of adventure, humor, and life lessons in his stories—from jungles in Mongolia to the African savannah. I’ll enjoy how the book combines history, personal experiences, and vivid storytelling, and I can already tell I’ll laugh along with his sense of humor while learning about new places and cultures.
Online Book Club review by Chinedu Omenkukwu –
“Travel Mischief” by Steve Kenyon is a delightful whirlwind of adventures across 64 countries. I loved his humor, vivid storytelling, and the glimpses into history and culture. A fun, insightful read