Immersed in West Africa is a powerful on the ground diary of one man’s solo journey through West Africa. This is NOT a cookie-cutter guidebook.
For roughly two months Terry Lister traveled across Senegal, Mauritania, the Gambia, Guinea and Guinea Bissau. What he experienced touched both his spirit and his soul. The ups and downs of travel, the people, the transport, the weather, the food, the haggling. He embraced it all. This was the real Africa.
But not all travel is endless sunsets and warm experiences in the presence of beautiful people. Lister sees and shares the hardships of travel too. From harrowing experiences with border police, to day-long travel on crowded mini-buses, Lister’s accounts of daily life shed light on the real side of Africa. He does not sugarcoat the experience of travelling in these countries. His accounts are raw and honest. This is travelling at its most essential.
Lister shows us that while Africa is still the brunt of many jokes and misconceptions, the five countries he visits should be high up your personal list of must visit places. Immersed in West Africa unveils the Africa beyond the big tours, inspiring travelers to step out with courage and faith to experience the reality of life in West Africa beyond the classic tourist brochure.
Lister showcases his experiences of travel so that you can step boldly along your own path and plot an adventure into West Africa knowing what to expect and how to handle it. So let’s step into this adventure together!

He was willing to let foreign cultures collide with his own perceptions. This time, they exceeded every expectation.

Terry Lister still wasn’t done unearthing new experiences. After his harrowing travels through parts of West Africa, he set his sights on four more of the vast continent’s countries in the hope of gleaning insights into unfamiliar values and intriguing local customs. And with the infamous Ivory Coast on his list-to-visit, he knew he’d be in for the unexpected.

Armed as usual with his meticulous research, Terry was prepared to venture far beyond tourist traps in his thirst for knowledge. But as he quickly realized, sometimes the most well-planned journeys reveal their deepest secrets when spontaneity strikes.

In this second installment, Terry Lister returns with his trademark wit and wisdom to share with readers his quest to show the side of a landscape rarely seen. And as he debunks the myths about danger and risk, heads to pristine beaches, and discovers ancient castles, this down-to-earth explorer delivers on his promise: an unforgettable adventure that will spark your soul.

A New Day Dawns: My Solo Journey Into West Africa is the hugely entertaining second book in the Travels with Terry travelogue series. If you like real-life stories, people who adore pushing boundaries, and spirited tales of solitary encounters, then you’ll love this exciting dive into an incredible challenge.

Buy A New Day Dawns to see the sunrise with different eyes today!

Embark on a remarkable literary adventure through the captivating landscapes and vibrant cultures of Gabon, Cameroon, and Namibia with award-winning travel writer, Terry Lister. In "Let's Go To Gabon, Cameroon, and Namibia," the third installment of his Travels with Terry series, Lister invites readers to join him on an extraordinary journey of exploration and cultural discovery.

From the very first pages, you'll be transported to the heart of these remarkable African nations. With Lister as your guide, you'll climb towering sand dunes, explore dense foliage, and immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of life in remote villages as he shares his encounters in local communities and offers insight into their profound cultural heritage.

"Let's Go To Gabon, Cameroon, and Namibia" is an invitation to experience the thrill of exploration and the joy of cultural immersion.
Whether you dream of embarking on your own African adventure or seek to savor the beauty of these lands from the comfort of your armchair, this book is your passport to discovery. So, grab your backpack, prepare your senses, and get ready to embark on an extraordinary voyage of exploration, where every turn of the page unveils a new layer of beauty, discovery, and cultural immersion.

Let's go on an unforgettable adventure together!

Many travellers associate Senegal with the Door of No Return—the place where over two million Africans passed through Gorée Island on the way to the New World for centuries. While this is certainly a historic feature of the county, there’s so much more to experience.

And world-traveller Terry Lister has proof!

Terry escorts the curious reader along Senegal’s culture-rich coast as he explores national landmarks, stumbles upon unexpected African markets, and makes new friends along the way, notwithstanding debilitating language barriers. Of course, there are the familiar squabbles with border patrolmen and taxi drivers. Yet all these experiences are what make this amusing short-read both educational and unforgettable.

If you’ve got one hour, you’ve got time to travel to Senegal: The Land of Peace and Purpose.

For some living in highly developed societies, Christmas is a time of exorbitant expense and sheer panic. Children are suddenly acutely aware of their conduct, and parents subconsciously feel pressured to tackle pricey wish lists.

But in Africa, Christmas is a little different, especially depending on the country you decide to visit.

Terry Lister’s experiences and research gives the reader a glimpse into the customs and practices of more than 13 African nations, delivering an educational taste of the traditional foods and common rituals. Vibrant photographs display the cultural variety and demonstrate the ways in which unlikely communities work together to make the season a festive time for all, including the most impoverished.

There are lessons to be learned and adventures to be had within the pages of this literary travel treasure. Explore Christmas in Africa and prepare to walk away challenged on the concepts of what it really means to have peace, joy and love during the holiday season.

After watching the British TV show Desmond's and hearing one of the characters talk about The Gambia, Terry Lister knew he had to visit. Armed with determination and a valid passport, he sets off for the West African coast to explore the beauty and wonders of this captivating country.

Throughout his journey, Lister experiences both the anticipated and the surprising. Reuniting with old friends and forging new connections, he encounters everything from playful gorillas to run-ins with ‘evil spirits.’ In this entertaining and enlightening short read, Lister invites curious readers to discover the charm and excitement of The Gambia.

Got an hour to spare? Then you've got time to explore The Gambia: The Smiling Coast.