“Writing Abroad explores the ways in which journeys and travel experiences can be a rich and compelling source of insights about people and cultures both familiar and unknown.”

Best Books for Writers | Poets & Writers

“This book is a summary of what Chilson and Mulcahy have learned that has worked during many years of classroom teaching: arduous cultural research, compulsive journaling, choosing the form of the narrative—using techniques of a documentary or profiles of people and setting—followed by the process of writing, revising, editing, rewriting. . . . The book may be labeled a guide for travelers, but it’s also about good writing someone else will want to read.”

Winner, Best Travel Book Award | Peace Corps Worldwide

“Prepares us for observant travel to the mall or around the world to some exotic destination. The examples they use to highlight their tutorial discussions are excellent. Along the way, (Chilson and Mulcahy) challenge us with provocative prompts and writing exercises to help sharpen our awareness.”

Portland Book Review

“Chilson and Mulcahy remind us of the joy of writing in order to learn what we think, and they invite the traveler to slow down and go deep in order to engage and negotiate difference. What they ultimately argue is that writing and editing create a means to reflect on the fascinating nature of life in a world populated by a range of others who have new things to teach us about how to be human in the 21st century.”

The Interdisciplinary Journal of Study Abroad

“This is an exciting book. In an age of globalization, where crossing borders is complex and nuanced, Chilson and Mulcahy provide a comprehensive way to look at and learn from our experiences in other cultures. Readers will return to this book over and over again for ongoing guidance.”

Brian Whalen, president and CEO, The Forum on Education Abroad

“This excellent, portable guide will appeal to travelers who want to write about their journeys effectively and engagingly. Its tools and techniques can help writers deepen observation, improve engagement, and enhance learning while on the move, and create rich work upon return.”

Jordana Dym, editor of Mapping Latin America