Beetling Beyond Borders

A Familyโ€™s Epic Mid-Century Journey Overlanding Africa in a 1200 cc Volkswagen

A true story of faith, wit and the will to keep going.

Embark on the extraordinary 1956 adventure from the Belgian Congo to Brussels in a classic Volkswagen Beetle. Discover the captivating true story that blends travel, history and human spirit with stunning visuals and heartfelt narrative.

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Premiere Edition

40 / 50 copies still available

Be among the first readers to own this special, numbered early printing of Beetling Beyond Borders โ€” a chance to relive the extraordinary 1956 journey from the Congo to Brussels. Pre-order directly from the author and enjoy a few thoughtful early-supporter keepsakes as a thank-you.

Limited to 50 numbered Premiere Edition copies; buy your copy today. Pre-orders are honoured on a first-reserved basis. All pre-orders fully refundable before shipping.

Other editions and pricing choices

By registering your interest in the Standard Editions now, youโ€™ll get notified at launch, receive 10% off and enjoy first dibs when pre-orders open.

โ‚ฌ25

Standard Hardback

Expected delivery: Summer 2026.

โ‚ฌ20

Standard Paperback

Expected delivery: Autumn 2026.

โ‚ฌ15

Audio/Digital Edition

Expected delivery: Winter 2026.

If youโ€™d prefer to simply register your interest or join the newsletter for now, you can do so by clicking hereโ€” and youโ€™ll get early updates on potential side projects too, from a childrenโ€™s retelling to the early murmurs of a film production.

Chapters Preview
Go on then, have a snoop through the chaptersโ€ฆ then grab your copy before theyโ€™re sold out.
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  1. CHARTING THE UNKNOWN
  2. WE MUST DECIDE
  3. NO SPACE FOR PITY
  4. PSYCHOPATHS LURKING AROUND
  5. CHINKED COURAGE OR NOT
  6. INDELIBLE MARKS
  7. A LITTLE HOT AND BOTHERED
  8. CROSSING OVER
  9. THE CLAIRVOYANTS OF DOOM
  10. A MATTER OF DEVOTION
  11. BEDLAM AND BLESSINGS
  12. STRANGE PURSUIT
  13. SANKOFA
  14. THROUGH DUST AND BUREAUCRACY
  15. THE REVEL OF THE BLUNDER
  16. CHORUS OF WARNINGS
  17. INTO THE WILDERNESS
  18. DAWN PATROL
  19. SALAM ร€ LA BEACON
  20. PATH OF INDIFFERENCE
  21. NATIONAL DILEMMA
  22. STAYING TRUE
  23. MEDICINE FOR THE SOUL
  24. THE MAN FROM SUDAN
  25. FROM FAUX PAS TO THE PALACE
  26. A ROUGH RIDE
  27. FRIENDS IN EL FASHER
  28. YIELDING TO DESERT TERMS
  29. OASIS AND UNEXPECTED LIFT
  30. NEARLY IN STITCHES
  31. FINDING OUR WAY
  32. SCATTERED CONVOY
  33. UNWARRANTED FAVOUR
  34. A RUTHLESS RESOLVE
  35. A BEAUTIFUL SURRENDER
  36. SLEUTHING ON THE NILE
  37. A THOUSAND MINARETS
  38. BITTERSWEET GOODBYE
  39. THE END GAME
  40. A MOMENTOUS REUNION

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