Meet Beau Miles, author of The Backyard Adventurer

Meet Beau Miles, polyjobist, sea kayaker, KZbinr, new dad and a little bit odd. His debut book, The Backyard Adventurer, tells of his adjustment from travelling the world looking for the next big adrenaline rush to finding challenge and satisfaction close to home.
Australia and NZ can buy the book here: booktopia.kh4ffx.net/NK9b1N
Kindle version: amzn.to/3oh0zpU
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Beau's KZbin: / @beaumiles

[@spencerfreeman7213]

Can’t wait for this to be in audiobook form read by Beau

[@BeauMiles]

Hmmm, I might have to have a few stiff drinks to get thought the taping...(all that reverberating self in the room!!) But sure...it's on the way Spence

[@rakadoni8403]

@@BeauMiles Aw that would be awesome ! I've always got your videos on when I'm home -I've been showing you're videos to friends, both outdoorsy and not so outdoorsy, they all love you 😊 I did some litter picking at my old job and was being a bit miserable, then I thought ah I'll act like Beau, got right in the bushes and straight away I found £20 👌 😊

[@kansaswildcat8265]

Please do it Beau!

[@jasen17king]

Yes please!!

[@rakadoni8403]

@@BeauMiles You know what might be a cool video, is seeing the editing process and your mates behind the camera because I do wonder 😊 really looking forward to your river descents !!

[@craigharrop5200]

Hey Beau, please turn this book into a audio version as I consume all my books these days whilst on my Saturday long run. I came across yourself when I found your film about a little gentle bimble you undertook a while back in the Australian mountains, not a bad runner.

[@anthonybuckley2144]

That’s a yes from me but has to be his voice! I could listen to him all day!

[@mrgiantanthem]

Agreed!!!

[@douglasfink131]

Do it beau!

[@briobooks7611]

Hi Craig, it's done! Audio book should be available all over the place now. But let us know if you can't find it.

[@AnonymousCaveman]

Can't wait for this to be released in the United Kingdom. Fantastic guy and sounds like an amazing book to enjoy. Good stuff!!!

[@driftingdan]

2nd that!

[@SchalkGreyling]

Its available on Amazon Kindle for less than 10GBP. Check his website.

[@loulou24051990]

Same! 🤟❤

[@driftingdan]

@@SchalkGreyling no no no no no. No kindle. BOOK

[@thescrapbuilder]

I'm in the UK and have a copy, just had to pay shipping

[@tessaf2181]

Have the book at home and can't wait to finally read it after seeing this!

[@samhall6554]

Just finished, ripper read. I know others will probably be most impressed by the marathons, channel crossings, long commutes etc, but for me the highlight was your brutal efficiency in setting up back-to-back-to-back-to-back dates with prospective suitors (and finding Helen in the process). Bloody ripper tale Beau. Keen for book 2 🤜🏼

[@danerose575]

Hi Sam, That does sound worth the read. I wrote a book about healthy dating and my experiences, translated it into Thai, posted it on an online PDF and then sent interest to 5,000 Thai women, e-mailed the book to 1000 who showed back interest, communicated with 250 who read the book and liked it, then met the four that were interested in a serious relationship. I think a good partner in life is worth the effort and I can only imagine Beau's effectiveness in this area. I'm looking forward to the audible book. Best, Dane

[@jman4241]

@@danerose575 That's Wild, I'm curious to know if you found your soulmate I after meeting the 4 women interested ?

[@SeekersofUnity]

The Legend Returns

[@noahlopez4819]

Definitely need an audiobook on audible read by Beau!

[@WillyToulouse]

Leaks are like the periods of a sentence. There’s a break but the story/adventure goes on.

[@wildknits]

Received my copy here on the shores of Lake Superior about a week ago, had things to do but sat down to read the first chapter and the last. Had to tear myself away because, well… things to do. In an effort at discipline I have told myself I need to finish another memoir I am reading first (dinner before dessert?). Thank you for this book, excited to hear there will be a second. And thank you for your stories and films!

[@kymcopyriot9776]

Thanks Beau. I assure you it’s a page turner, I read it in one sitting. And the odd boo-boo just adds character. Your stories have honestly helped validate to me that I’m okay, I’m not the only ‘weird’ one out there who explores, stops to pick things up from the roadside, thinks a bit differently and ponders people and places. All my life people have referred to me as ‘quirky’ and I’ve hated it. From here on in I’m gonna embrace it. Well done, great book, looking forward to more stories.

[@JohnChapman7]

"I didn't know what I wanted to be. I'm not even sure what I am now." There it is. This is the wisdom. Don't be any 'thing'. Be yourself and experience life!

[@TheBjinkins]

Can’t wait to get a hold of this! Each of your videos open my mind a little more to the vigor of life. Cheers from Colorado, USA. 🇺🇸

[@swiftysavage9182]

Beau is my favorite man on the planet

[@philwo4040]

Just started, it’s already a good one. Best part is when I read I hear your accent.

[@lukebell3258]

Finished my pre ordered copy in just over a week. Never read a book before in my life. I’m now re reading it because I enjoyed it that much, love the work Beau, look forward to the next book

[@camshand]

Yeah it's so easy to read! I've finished probably a handful of books in my adult life and this is a breeze so far. Probably helps the content is fantastic

[@wilsonuhh]

Beau reminds me alot my late stepfather. He was the one who taught me to have an appreciation for nature and to just get out and do stuff. I would've loved to share Beau's work with him as I know it would've resonated with him just as much as It does with me. Cheers everyone, live every day!

[@thomasjensen3214]

Hi Beau, I finally managed to order a copy of your book. I had difficulties finding a distributor who would send your book to Europe! One distributor who could not offer this, gave me a link to a competitor who could offer this service. A very nice gesture!! The costs of posting the book to Europe is more expensive than the book itself. But if the book is like your films on KZbin, it is definitely worth it. Cheers Beau!!!!

[@felixdv]

I pre-ordered this one two months ago and finished it last week - absolutely loved it. So much so that I actually developed a reading habit over lunch because I didn't want to wait until the evening to continue reading this book. So yeah, looking forward to the next one Beau!

[@kathrynhilder9609]

I've got my signed copy here. Super excited for some rain to keep me out of the garden so I can start reading. 😉 Cheers for all the inspiring adventures Beau! You really get me looking at my world through a different lens. 👍

[@BeauMiles]

Thanks Kathryn. Happy gardening (and reading). Put mud all over the pages...authentic!

[@lukeadamson8428]

‘Meaningful and pointless expeditions, self-experiments and the value of other people’s junk’. What a great strapline! Can’t wait to get my hands on it here in Northern Ireland and read it with my best attempt at an Aussie accent

[@robert_parry]

Excellent work as always Beau! I’m looking forward to reading your book. Thank you for everything you do, you’re a great inspiration to many!

[@no_excuses]

Great work Beau I can't wait to get my hands your book. It's clear everyone wants to see, listen and read a good a adventure during these COVID times. I think your backyard adventures are both quirky and relatable to everyone's life wherever they are in the world.

[@harrygrimley4352]

Cheers mate. Thanks for sharing your adventures with us. It's been interesting. Keep fighting the good fight.

[@keithboyd842]

I injoy the enthusiasm you have in everything that you do and how you inpart that to others.

[@MurrayBarton]

Nearly halfway through and loving the book, well done mate!

[@nahblue]

That was a one-of-a-kind Q&A session! Can't wait for the book to be available here..

[@nathandavies327]

I love the book! Your voice really comes through, your a great story teller. Can't wait for the next one!

[@speljester]

Love your videos Beau. Your story telling voice definitely resonates with me. Some of the adventures are a little weird, but you know that and even call yourself out on it. It's honest, fun, and interesting. Picked up the book right away. Cheers.

[@saintcityriot1]

This book just showed up in the mail, very excited to get started!

[@srflan]

Love the quirkyness of your delivery & adventures... can so relate to mixing it up from home rather than hopping on another plane. Good on ya...

[@observer7662]

Looking forward to this. Great vids

[@lok14]

Already finished it! love your work Beau your a massive inspiration.

[@BeauMiles]

Cool...whatcha think?

[@danrusseatshitandadventure4747]

Were just the universe experiencing itself and Beau embodies that...Great book so far ( Equipment ) Goodonya from the UK

[@terricraig616]

Beau is the best ❤️❤️

[@adamrtr71]

Looking forward to reading it. 👍👍🇦🇺🇦🇺

[@joelgroessler9910]

such a great role model, good onya Beau!

[@toddpegrum8855]

Just bought it online and am eagerly awaiting to read it.

[@AlexGifford-Awesomeist]

Fantastic read, I finished it last weekend, with a nice whisky!

[@pauljohns1016]

I love your videos on, visually impaired since birth and I like the way you think I’m a father of two kids. I love to catch up with you I live in Newcastle😊

[@sarahstrong7174]

Thankyou for sharing.

[@jethro2422]

Good read so far, thanks for not spoiling the ending for me!

[@HBCrigs]

What a great guy, and an excellent book too

[@gamegreg]

already sitting beside the book brewing kettle in joyous anticipation

[@dan.prosser]

Saw you on the ABC this morning! Love your work :D You're an inspiration to me.

[@BeauMiles]

I got shortshifted by the Treasurer...Ah well, I'll be sure to make my Tax return a little dodgy

[@PrimeministerAus]

Love your work mate….look forward to reading it on a beach somewhere

[@jont3354]

Love your channel, Beau - I am in the process of making a “found-wood” paddle! Can’t wait to see ur book in the UK 👍

[@rushtonian]

I never buy a book on release but this is an exception!

[@BeauMiles]

Ta Pete

[@rajeevchakraborty3315]

Hello Beau, I really appreciate your 1440 trees plantation project....It's awesome...Mother earth would grace all her bounties upon you.....I am interested to see the forest that you started to create...Please upload the current videos regarding this....

[@jeffreygatrall]

Yes, please make more films!

[@jayerjavec]

Thanks for the book and signature. Keep doing what you're doing. It really inspires me how humble yet powerful your experiences are. And as always, there are no kangaroos in Austria ;)

[@190Michael190]

can't wait to buy it in Europe!

[@SinCityRaider81]

This is a good man here in a mission to impact rhe World in a Positive wholesome way.

[@BeauMiles]

Nice message Max. Ta mate

[@timcroft8633]

Man I hope I get a first print! Thanks for writing mate, im frothing to get it

[@siam22]

Hopefully this will come to the US soon!

[@jeremydipilato1428]

Goodonya mate from the states! Love ya

[@jackvanderjeugd346]

Hoping my signed copy is coming, havent heard anything recently but eager to sink my teeth into it. Fingers crossed

[@Tui4ui]

Bought and paid. Btw. I’d love an audio book.

[@briobooks7611]

Hi Philip, there is now an audio book. Should be available everywhere. cheers from Beau and us.

[@bizzybugseverywhere7801]

Go beau , you absolute legend

[@dan19820128]

It’s a book I look forward to picking up again each day on the train home but also don’t want to finish. It’s kind of nice to know I’ll never finish the end of page 97, I’ll be technically still reading the book until I can look at a second print.

[@ARTexplains]

Way to go Beau!

[@Willv4]

Hi Beau , looking forward to the book release here in the UK , are you thinking about making an audiobook version ? For those armchair adventurers who live vicariously through amazing people in the world like you 👍

[@briobooks7611]

Hi Will, there is now an audio book version out there - sorry it took so long. The shutdowns here made it hard to get Beau into the studio.

[@jvalentino1083]

Beau! How do I order a copy in the states!? This time last year my friends and I engaged in our own “mile an hour” and it was a glorious experience. I’ve been following your work ever since and I MUST attain a copy of this book for myself and a few of my mates! TIA. Cheers, Jay

[@backtothebasics9366]

Cheers from the Indiana, USA

[@BeauMiles]

Cheers from Vic, Aus (fireside, winter, about to pour a Gin)

[@mikebrown1036]

Well done Beau. My order is on its way. Mike B (NZ)

[@BeauMiles]

There he is! Good man. Lets drink Whiskey when I'm in NZ (I'll let you know...)

[@mikebrown1036]

@@BeauMiles nice interview on RNZ this morning. Well done Beau

[@theoutbacklawnie1433]

The man himself 😍

[@BeauMiles]

Thanks James

[@Paul4350]

Thanks

[@TheRealAB]

Hey Beau, are you doing an audio book? You'd nail that mate...

[@briobooks7611]

Update: Audio book is done and available. Hard to get Beau to sit still you know :)

[@goldlad3875]

Shattered me and a mate got to your book opening at the Morwell innovation centre tonight and it was closed. The eventbrite email went both to our junk email. And the Facebook page launch didn’t say it had been postponed. Oh well we’ll wait for the next one. Regards Shane

[@MaijaBumbiere]

Need this available in Latvia

[@xkpm]

I'd buy the audio book version voiced by Beau in a second.

[@briobooks7611]

Audio book, read by Beau, is now available. Let us know if you have any trouble finding it.

[@federfunke3460]

In German please! This would be the perfect gift for friends and family

[@SomeYouTubeGuy]

While I'm sure that 98% of us are here because we already know who Beau Miles is and his book is just another thing to devour. I wonder what he would say if asked that someone might experience Beau Miles for the first time by reading his book. Has he given that any thought at all.

[@levidaisyyoung220]

I just love your energy, so rustic and determined. your a bloke and honestly we need more blokes in the world because more and more are becoming indoorzy where you take us on adventures and its fun to watch, at least I dont get blisters watching you lol.. I would love to kayak from Melbourne to tassie but I dont think I could do those rolls under water, thats creepy.. ya know, I didnt even know those islands existed so you taught me something too.. thanks mate..

[@benweir665]

Righteous

[@ashschannel5024]

I would love to get my hands on this book, any timeline for a UK release? Or an Audible version would be even better (read by the legend himself of course).

[@AnonymousCaveman]

I would actually listen to that if he was reading!!!

[@wesleyerskine725]

Beau Miles/Paul McCartney Yeah about on the same scale Haha!

[@peterkamenek5084]

Thank you Beau u inspired me too live my life and get off my Ass cheers 👍🏿

[@markcrumbs]

Is this book going to be available in the UK. I just got the kindle version but would love a physical copy

[@ColbySharp]

Will this be published in the states?

[@eddiejefferies3659]

Saying that you love your daughter more than Helen, is in my mind the correct answer, as after all, May is the combination of both of you.

[@ForwardEarth]

The second most popular video on this channel has 39 views.

[@peterkirillo8990]

Any chance we get this somewhere in Canada? Many thanks for the inspiration.

[@briobooks7611]

Hey Peter, Book Depository has it: www.bookdepository.com/The-Backyard-Adventurer/9781922267306

[@jackcarver8259]

When does the physical copy of the book become available in Canada?

[@dksurfer]

Awesome! Are you planning on releasing an audio version of the book?

[@briobooks7611]

Yes. yes we are. Beau is in the studio right now I believe.

[@briobooks7611]

And now it should be available everywhere!

[@HayWilliamJohnson]

I would love to buy the book but apart from the ebooks it is unavailable anywhere else :(

[@briobooks7611]

Book Depository can help you out: www.bookdepository.com/The-Backyard-Adventurer/9781922267306

[@keeeksmonster]

To anyone who has already read it: is it still worth reading if you watched all the films about his adventures on youtube?

[@nktpj]

I was wondering the same thing, If someone read it please let us know !

[@stephenparkinson4419]

Love it, when can we buy in the UK?

[@BeauMiles]

Try a few online places...but not long off getting a publisher...mark my words!

[@danrusseatshitandadventure4747]

Book depository

[@PhilHaddon]

@@BeauMiles I want a signed copy Beau. I live in the UK. You're an inspiration to a 50yr year old has been 😉🤣

[@89gauna]

can someone tell me what the name of song is that starts right at the end of the video? makes me want to pick up my guitar straight away and play along.

[@89gauna]

8 months later: if anyone is also wondering, the song is called "Peace Be Still" by "The Hunts" and it's the instrumental of that song.

[@jootai]

This guy's book should be named: Reasons to avoid work! Walk to work Kayak to work. Go to work backwards.

[@austencia]

Hey Beau, what software do you use to edit your videos?

[@severnwomble6036]

Love my Kindle, but this is the sort of book you have to hold, crease up, write notes in. In short, just some good old fashioned book porn 😊

[@ThaGlittersAintGold]

When will it be available in the states?

[@briobooks7611]

We are trying to engage a US publisher. If you want to petition them we won't object. :)

[@ThaGlittersAintGold]

@@briobooks7611 Tell me what to do and I’ll do it! America needs Beausims now more than ever before.

[@Sparegrisen1992]

Hope my book is not lost in transit. Has been no update on the tracking for over a week now.

[@briobooks7611]

We hope so too! It seems postage around the globe is all over the place.

[@PhilHaddon]

@@briobooks7611 how do I get a signed copy please? I'm in the UK

[@WilliamThePayne]

How can I buy this book in the UK?

[@BeauMiles]

Hmmm. The big online sellers should be almost there...otherwise, not far off getting a collab going. Will let you and folks know when I know more

[@AnonymousCaveman]

@@BeauMiles that's good to hear I'd love to read it and I'm in the UK.

[@WilliamThePayne]

@@BeauMiles thanks mate! I look forward to reading your book when I can get my hands on it.

[@AdamSmith-du6us]

Bang to buck, this is pretty shmick!

[@BeauMiles]

Thanks Adam. We reckon so

[@woutverschuere6596]

Amazon doesn't ship the book to belgium (not yet though, hope they will)... And I'd like the real book, not the kindle version... :((

[@joshuabraam2368]

i wish Beau was my dad

[@johnbischoff5862]

How do we buy this in the US? Have it shipped?

[@BeauMiles]

This should work, John? Otherwise, a local publisher on the horizon we think...www.amazon.com/The-Backyard-Adventurer/dp/1922267309

[@johnbischoff5862]

@@BeauMiles It does!! Thank you!

[@lloyddoyle5700]

Just bought it for a mate on the condition that I get to read it after him. keep doing you mate. But also do you have a big head now or what?

[@gzahnd]

At 3:00 Beau says, “it says a few thing…” and then the edit never says more than the first point. I am still waiting for the other things.