My new book is (almost) here.

After years of planning, walking, writing, and, yes, smiling, I’m excited to announce that my second book, It’s Just sMiles: Just Pete on the Camino de Santiago, will be released on September 16.

In 2019, I laced up my shoes and set out across Spain and Portugal on the Camino de Santiago—more than 800 miles of coastlines, cobblestones, and sunsets. Along the way, I discovered something simple and powerful: a smile can bridge languages, ease tough miles, and open doors you didn’t know were there.

This book isn’t a guidebook; it’s a story—part adventure, part reflection, with a healthy dose of the “Just Pete” humor you’ve come to expect. You’ll meet good folks from every corner of the world, wander through seaside villages and cathedral towns, and (I hope) find a few reasons to smile right where you are.

A few easy ways to support the launch:

1. Mark September 16 on your calendar.
2. Share this post with a friend who loves travel stories.
3. Leave a review once you read it—those make a huge difference.
4. Follow along on Facebook at Just Pete Adventures for behind-the-scenes bits and Wednesday sMiles—a photo from the Camino, a short “smile” quote, and a tiny excerpt from the book. Mid-week pick-me-ups, no training required.

Thank you for cheering me on through the Appalachian Trail, the Camino, and Sea2Key. Your encouragement, notes, and smiles (digital and in-person) kept me going—mile after mile.

Just Pete

P.S. Book clubs: I’m happy to join your discussion via Zoom—Q&A, stories, and a few smiles guaranteed. Reach out if you’re interested!