Thin Air and Good Intentions
Trekking Nepal’s Three High Passes to Everest
I never did set out to write a book. I set out at age 58 to complete a crazy ass trek in the Himalayas that would take me to Everest Base Camp—the long, non-traditional way around. There wasn’t any high drama; no one died, I didn’t freeze overnight in a snow hole and return home minus fingers, toes, a nose or other essential appendage. But from the moment I set out I was inspired to write about my daily experience: the beautiful landscape, the warmth of the Sherpa people, and the resonance I felt with Buddhism writ large.
And, since it became readily apparent that I’d bitten off entirely more than I could chew, I wanted to share with complete honesty what it’s like to undertake a lengthy, high-altitude endeavor of this nature. My journey didn’t take me into the “death zone”, not even close. It did, however, push me beyond any physical limits I’d thought possible, and surface raw, unexpected emotions. If, like me, you’re an unremarkable person who occasionally thinks they’d like to do something quite remarkable, who enjoys learning about the world and its places and people, and reading a good story told with frankness and humor, I think you’ll enjoy Thin Air and Good Intentions.
I’ve been developing this book for the last year, and it’s currently in manuscript review. To stay in the know and get early access to excerpts and more, just sign up!
Backpacks and Buddha
On a grueling trek through the Himalayas, a mismatched group of travelers must confront their emotional baggage, clashing worldviews, and unexpected truths before the mountains—and each other—break them apart.
Told with a blend of heartfelt British humor and emotional introspection and set against the majestic yet humbling backdrop of the Himalayas, this movie is a comedy-drama about ordinary people navigating altitude, ego, and unresolved trauma on a 100-mile trek to Everest Base Camp. Each carries secrets heavier than their gear—from addiction and grief to identity and generational rifts. Stripped of comfort, control, and a cell signal, unlikely bonds form, and transformations take root. What begins as escapism becomes a hard-won journey toward reckoning, repair, and renewal.
Think “A Real Pain” meets “Wild” — but on a glacier!
I’m incredibly excited about this project! Based on my original idea, the screenplay was developed by Steve Lewis and Tony Owen, two veteran UK-based screen writers with production credits. I’m currently seeking interest from producers and investment partners to move the project to the next stage. For more information please contact me.